Mary Baldwin University, founded in 1842 in Staunton, Virginia, offers undergraduate and graduate programs with a focus on leadership and personalized education. Known for its Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership and online programs, it combines academic rigor with experiential learning in a close-knit community.
Founded in 1865, Bowie State University is Maryland’s oldest historically Black university. Located in Bowie, it offers diverse programs in education, science, technology, business, and the arts. Part of the University System of Maryland, it emphasizes innovation, leadership, and community engagement in an inclusive environment.
Comfort Cases is a nonprofit organization providing backpacks filled with essential items for children entering foster care. Based in Maryland, it aims to replace trash bags often used to carry belongings, offering dignity and hope to youth during difficult transitions.
The AACPS Teen Parenting Alternative Program supports teen parents in Anne Arundel County Public Schools by providing childcare, parenting education, and academic assistance. It helps young parents continue their education while developing skills to balance school and parenting responsibilities.