Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) employees held two fund-raising events and recently donated $55,650 to the hospice organizations in Southern Maryland. SMECO employees raised the money through the SMECO 75 Bike Ride held in June and the SMECO Annual Charity Golf Outing in October. The events are supported by a group of employee volunteers, vendors, […]
How Can You Help the Humane Society of Calvert?
Clearing out your attic, garage or estate? Consider clearing out and donating at the same time! Why not bring your donatable items to Bunting Online Auctions in Dunkirk? They will auction off your items and proceeds will go to the Humane Society of Calvert County! Items such as furniture, glassware, antiques, artwork, Collectibles, vintage coins, […]
Adult Day Care Centers Receive Surprise Donations
The Calvert County Department of Community Resources announces that the Calvert Family Advocates Board of Directors recently turned two holiday visits into surprise check presentations for Friendly Health Services, Inc. and Adult Day Care of Calvert County. Because of the generosity of an anonymous local business, Calvert Family Advocates was able to donate more than […]
Letter from Calvert Nature Society
Calvert Nature Society has much for which we are thankful in 2016. Our recent purchase of Keim Forest on Sixes Road doubles the protected land around Battle Creek Cypress Swamp. The Nature Society engages the community to preserve our natural resources in Calvert County, the Patuxent River and the Chesapeake Bay. Our members, volunteers, and […]
Honor Calvert County Hero Harriet Elizabeth Brown
Dear Friends and Neighbors, I am writing to invite you to honor Calvert County civil rights hero, Harriet Elizabeth Brown, by making a tax-deductible contribution to the Harriet Elizabeth Brown Commemoration Fund. In 1937, with the NAACP’s Thurgood Marshall at her side, Ms. Brown successfully challenged unequal pay for African-American teachers. Calvert County settled the […]
“Flag Barn” Moving andLooking for Donations
Calvert County’s iconic “Flag Barn” is on the move and your help is needed to preserve this enduring piece of Americana. Located along MD Route 4 in Owings, the barn is a landmark to travelers. However, its current site is being developed and a unique arrangement was brokered to save the barn and relocate it. […]
Armor of God Vest Donation
On February 9th 2016 the Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy, the police and correctional academy for Charles, Calvert and St. Mary’s counties, donated 400 complete used ballistic vests along with some extra carriers and ballistic panels to the “Armor of God Project”. The Armor of God Project began in 2009 and is dedicated to protecting […]
Calvert Nature Society Seeks Donations
Calvert Nature Society has much for which we are thankful in 2015. This year, thousands of enthusiastic children rush through the parks, filled with the excitement of adventure and discovery. That energy flows into everything that we do: Our park naturalists and managers provide experiences that awaken park visitors to the possibilities of the world […]
North Beach Children’s Fund
I wanted to reach out to everyone and let you know about the North Beach Children’s Fund. The NBCF help families from both beaches and the surrounding area during the holidays. This organization has been around for nearly 25 years and is currently helping approximately 100 kids. I’m asking for two favors; make a small […]
ReStore for Patuxent Habitat Needs You!
Patuxent Habitat for Humanity While you are searching for those deals in this giving season, here are three ways you can help change someone’s life in your community! SHOP~DONATE~VOLUNTEER We have moved- come check out the bigger, brighter store! 21600 Great Mills Rd. Suite 18A, (St. Mary’s Square) Lexington Park, MD. Looking for a unique […]