SBGP Finance Committee Meeting
2025-03-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-01-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-11-14 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will be held by screen-sharing conference call. Email kfgordon@sbgpartnership.org at least 24 hours in advance to RSVP for the meeting and to request conference call instructions.
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.
Access the agenda here.

SBGP Strategic Planning Committee
2025-03-04 09:00 - 11:00
The SBGP Strategic Planning Committee will meet from 9:00 to 11:00 am on the 1st Tuesday of each month. This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will take place via screen-sharing conference call. Email brogers@sbgpartnership.org at least 24 hours in advance for call-in instructions.
Access Agenda Here
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.

communityBUILD Fundraising Workshop: Grant Writing 101
2025-02-20 18:00 - 19:30
communityBUILD Fundraising Workshop: Grant Writing 101 (virtual)
Thursday, February 20, 2025: 6:00 – 7:30pm
Register here.
Attendees will learn about the components of a successful grant proposal and best practices for approaching potential new funders.
About the presenter
Katie Sutton, CFRE

Katie is an accomplished fundraising professional with a decade ofexperience in nonprofit development and management. Currently serving as DeputyDirector at Business Volunteers Maryland, she specializes in relationshipdevelopment, fundraising strategy, and facilitation. Katie is dedicated todriving impactful nonprofit initiatives, especially related to education, andhas a proven track record in the Baltimore nonprofit sector. With a strongcommitment to philanthropy, she holds the Certified Fund Raising Executive(CFRE) credential. She is also a 2018 graduate of the civic engagement GIVEFellowship. Learn more and connect at linkedin.com/in/katiesuttoncfre/
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.

SBGP Board of Directors Meeting
2025-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | City Garage, 101 W Dickman St, Baltimore, MD, United States
The SBGP Board of Directors meets at least six times each calendar year. This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will be held in-person at City Garage with a virtual option: 101 W. Dickman Street, Suite 1000, Baltimore, MD, 21230
Email epitkow@sbgpartnership.org at least 24 hours in advance to RSVP for the meeting and to request conference call instructions.
Access the Agenda Here
In-person meeting attendees are expected to be vaccinated. Masks are welcome but not required. Parking on-site, ADA accessible bathrooms, first-floor meeting space.
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.

Presidents' Day (SBGP Closed)
2025-02-17 09:00 - 17:00
SBGP is closed for Presidents' Day.

Early Submission SBGP Community Grant Application: Technical Review Deadline (optional)
2025-02-14 17:00
Early Submission SBGP Community Grant Application: Technical Review Deadline (optional)
Any applications submitted before Friday, February 14, 2025 by 5:00pm through SBGP’s web portal, will receive a technical review to ensure that your required documents are correct and meet eligibility requirements for further review. SBGP staff will email you by Friday, February 21 to let you know about any missing or incorrect materials. It is encouraged that you read through the grant guidances to avoid needing to resubmit materials. You will have until 5:00pm on February 28 to update your application or resubmit necessary materials through SBGP’s web portal. The SBGP Review team will not consider incomplete applications for potential funding.
Learn more and apply at https://sbgpartnership.org/community-grants/

SBGP Community Grants Application Drop-in Clinic (virtual)
2025-02-13 18:00 - 20:00
SBGP Community Grants Application Drop-in Clinic (virtual)Thursday, February 13, 2025, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Register here.
Applying for an SBGP Community Grant? Join us for a drop-in clinic where we will cover:

Advice for writing a persuasive project narrative and budget
Technical assistance for using our online application platform
Community Grants decision-making process information
Answers to your questions

The Winter 2025 Community Grants application closes Friday, February 28 at 5:00pm. Optional, early submission deadline for technical review is Friday, February 14 at 5:00pm.
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.

SBGP Finance Committee Meeting
2025-02-12 09:00 - 10:00
This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will be held by screen-sharing conference call. Email kfgordon@sbgpartnership.org at least 24 hours in advance to RSVP for the meeting and to request conference call instructions.
Access the Agenda Here
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.

SBGP Strategic Planning Committee
2025-02-04 09:00 - 11:00
The SBGP Strategic Planning Committee will meet from 9:00 to 11:00 am on the 1st Tuesday of each month. This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will take place via screen-sharing conference call. Email brogers@sbgpartnership.org at least 24 hours in advance for call-in instructions.
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.
Access the agenda here: February 2025

SGBP Unconscious Bias & Grant Review Training
2025-02-03 18:00 - 20:00
The Unconscious Bias and Grant Review Training will explore how unconscious bias may impact grantmaking and the process of reviewing SBGP Community Grant applications. This training is required for all new board members and staff that wish to participate in the review process for Community Grant applications. Program Committee members are allowed to attend to provide additional context to their experience as a reviewer or if wishing to have a refresher course in how to review, score, and provide feedback to submitted applications.
This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will take place via screen sharing conference call. For call-in instructions email aasbell@sbgpartnership.org.
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.
Access the agenda here.

SBGP Keys to Capacity Workshop: Nonprofit Filings for 501(c)(3) Compliance (virtual)
2025-01-30 18:00 - 20:00
SBGP Keys to Capacity Workshop: Nonprofit Filings for 501(c)(3) Compliance (virtual)
Thursday, January 30, 2025: 6:00 – 8:00pm
Register here.
Acquiring and maintaining nonprofit tax-exempt status through annual and financial filings is essential for the success and continuity of charitable organizations. During this workshop participants will learn about:

Strategies to maintain 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

IRS 990 forms and staying in good standing with the state of Maryland

Ways to leverage 990 form to tell the nonprofit’s story and as a fundraising tool

If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.

Birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (SBGP Closed)
2025-01-20 09:00 - 17:00
SBGP is closed for the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

SBGP Board of Directors Meeting
2025-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | City Garage, 101 W Dickman St, Baltimore, MD, United States
The SBGP Board of Directors meets at least six times each calendar year. This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will be held in-person at City Garage with a virtual option: 101 W. Dickman Street, Suite 1000, Baltimore, MD, 21230
Email epitkow@sbgpartnership.org at least 24 hours in advance to RSVP for the meeting and to request conference call instructions.
In-person meeting attendees are expected to be vaccinated. Masks are welcome but not required. Parking on-site, ADA accessible bathrooms, first-floor meeting space.
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.
Access the agenda.

Community Grants Winter 2025 Info Session (virtual)
2025-01-09 18:00 - 19:00
Community Grants Winter 2025 Info Session
Thursday, January 9, 2025: 6:00 – 7:00pm
Register here.Get ready to apply for our next round of Community Grants! The Winter 2025 Community Grants application closes Friday, February 28 at 5:00pm. Optional, early submission deadline for technical review is Friday, February 14 at 5:00pm.
Join us virtually for an application overview and tips for prospective grantees so you can prepare a strong grant proposal.

If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.

SBGP Strategic Planning Committee
2025-01-07 09:00 - 11:00
The SBGP Strategic Planning Committee will meet from 9:00 to 11:00 am on the 1st Tuesday of each month. This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will take place via screen-sharing conference call. Email brogers@sbgpartnership.org at least 24 hours in advance for call-in instructions.
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.
Access the agenda here.

SBGP Community Grants Winter 2025 Application Opens
2025-01-02 10:00
Applications for our Winter 2025 Community Grants Cycle 15 open on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:00am and close on Friday, February 28, 2025 at 5:00pm.
Early Submission Community Grant Application: Technical Review (optional)
Any applications submitted before Friday, February 14, 2025 by 5:00pm through SBGP’s web portal, will receive a technical review to ensure that your required documents are correct and meet eligibility requirements for further review. SBGP staff will email you by Friday, February 21 to let you know about any missing or incorrect materials. It is encouraged that you read through the grant guidances to avoid needing to resubmit materials. You will have until 5:00pm on February 28 to update your application or resubmit necessary materials through SBGP’s web portal. The SBGP Review team will not consider incomplete applications for potential funding.
Learn more and apply at https://sbgpartnership.org/community-grants/

New Year's Day (SBGP Closed)
2025-01-01 09:00 - 17:00
SBGP is closed for New Year's Day.

Holiday (SBGP Closed)
2024-12-31 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-30 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-27 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-26 09:00 - 17:00
SBGP is closed for a holiday.

Christmas Day (SBGP Closed)
2024-12-25 09:00 - 17:00
SBGP is closed for Christmas Day.

SBGP Board of Directors Meeting
2024-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Gordon Ramsay Steak, 1525 Russell St, Baltimore, MD 21230, USA
The SBGP Board of Directors meets at least six times each calendar year. This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will be held in-person at Gordon Ramsay Steak in the Horseshoe Casino Baltimore with a virtual option: 1525 Russell St, Baltimore, MD 21230
Email epitkow@sbgpartnership.org at least 24 hours in advance to RSVP for the meeting and to request conference call instructions.
In-person meeting attendees are expected to be vaccinated. Masks are welcome but not required. Parking on-site, ADA accessible bathrooms.
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.
Access the agenda here.

SBGP Strategic Planning Committee
2024-12-03 09:00 - 11:00
The SBGP Strategic Planning Committee will meet from 9:00 to 11:00 am on the 1st Tuesday of each month in 2024. This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will take place via screen-sharing conference call. Email brogers@sbgpartnership.org at least 24 hours in advance for call-in instructions.
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.
Access the agenda here.

American Indian Heritage Day (SBGP Closed)
2024-11-29 09:00 - 17:00
SBGP is closed for American Indian Heritage Day.

Thanksgiving Day (SBGP Closed)
2024-11-28 09:00 - 17:00
SBGP is closed for Thanksgiving Day.

SBGP Nonprofit Boot Camp Workshop: Evaluation (virtual)
2024-11-21 18:00 - 20:00
SBGP Nonprofit Boot Camp Workshop: Evaluation (virtual)
Thursday, November 21, 2024: 6:00 – 8:00pm
Register here.
Telling the success story of a nonprofit can be challenging without a robust evaluation model. Join us to explore different methods!
During this workshop participants will:

Explore program evaluation models that help s your organization understand its successes, challenges, lessons learned, and partnerships.
Assess existing approaches to outcome evaluation and effectiveness of current tools used within your organization.
Identify ways to highlight your organizations’ work and improve data collection that is simplified within the nonprofits existing practices

If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.

SBGP Board of Directors Meeting
2024-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | City Garage, 101 W Dickman St, Baltimore, MD, United States
The SBGP Board of Directors meets at least six times each calendar year. This meeting is open to the public, however, part or all of the meeting may be conducted in a closed session to discuss matters that the Open Meetings Act permits to be discussed in a closed session.
This meeting will be held in-person at City Garage with a virtual option: 101 W. Dickman Street, Suite 1000, Baltimore, MD, 21230
Email epitkow@sbgpartnership.org at least 24 hours in advance to RSVP for the meeting and to request conference call instructions.
In-person meeting attendees are expected to be vaccinated. Masks are welcome but not required. Parking on-site, ADA accessible bathrooms, first-floor meeting space.
If requesting accommodations for this meeting, please reach out one week in advance to cemmanuelle@sbgpartnership.org. SBGP will make reasonable accommodations as possible.
Access the agenda here.
