A Better St. Mary's

06/02/2026

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05/13/2026

🌟 May is Foster Parent Appreciation Month 🌟

This month, we celebrate the incredible dedication, compassion, and resilience of our Resource Parents across Maryland. Every day, you open your hearts and homes to children and families, providing stability, love, and hope when it’s needed most.

Your impact goes far beyond what can be measured—you are mentors, advocates, caregivers, and champions for brighter futures. Because of you, lives are changed in lasting and meaningful ways.

💙 Thank you for all that you do, today and every day. Maryland is stronger because of you.

05/08/2026

05/04/2026

Foster the Family is thrilled to bring together foster, kinship and adoptive mamas around Central Maryland for a brunch, hosted by Rosedale Baptist Church! We look forward to another time to connect and build community with like-minded moms. When: Saturday, May 16th 2026, 10am-12pm Rosedale Baptist....

04/04/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a reminder that every child in our community deserves to grow up safe and healthy.

We all play a part in protecting children. Know the signs and how to help: If you have concerns, call 1-800-91-PREVENT (1-800-917-7383).

Learn more: https://dhs.maryland.gov/child-protective-services/reporting-suspected-child-abuse-or-neglect/signs-neglect-abuse/.

03/20/2026

03/03/2026

🏀 The Maryland Association of Social Services Board Foundation (MASSBF) invites St. Mary's County residents to help an at-risk-family in St. Mary’s County and to join MASSB Foundation's NCAA Bracket Challenge. We encourage you to have fun, participate and help those who need it most! 🏀

🏀 Join the NCAA MASSB Madness!
You are invited to participate in The MASSB Foundation’s NCAA Charity Pool. This is your chance to enjoy the excitement of March Madness without gambling.

Even better! Your $10 entry fee donation goes directly to supporting at-risk children and families right here in Maryland.

🏆 What’s on the line?

The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers will receive:
An awesome champion’s t-shirt. (So cool!)
The respect of your peers. (Very positive!)

❤️ Why play?

Community: Enjoy being part of a group and the thrill of the tournament.
Impact: Get that "good feeling" knowing your donation is helping families in need.

📝 How to Enter:

Donate: Go to massbfoundation.org and click "Donate Today" to pay your $10 entry fee.
Choose: You can select a specific MD county or the general fund.
Play: Watch your inbox on March 16th for your official invite link to fill out your bracket!

It’s easy to play:

Step 1: Donate $10
Click the link below to donate. You can even choose the specific Maryland county you’d like your donation to support!
👉 https://www.massbfoundation.org

Step 2: Join the Group
Head over to the ESPN Tournament Challenge and join our "MD Local Boards" group here:
👉 Join the MD Local Boards Group: https://fantasy.espn.com/tc/sharer?challengeId=277&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=f104ef5a-0b1b-442c-872b-7170976f811b

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02/11/2026

The St. Mary’s County DSS Advisory Board members were recognized at the volunteer appreciation & recognition ceremony during the St. Mary’s County Commissioners meeting on February 3, 2026.

It was an exciting opportunity to acknowledge the commitment and service volunteers provided throughout the 2025 calendar year in the county. Their leadership, insight, and passion for supporting our community made a real and lasting impact. We are truly grateful for the time, voice, and effort each member contributed.

Please join us in celebrating and thanking the St. Mary’s County DSS Advisory Board for their outstanding service.

Advisory Board Members Recognized:

Michael Blackwell
Christopher Beyer
Cynthia Brown
Jason DuBard
Meghan Fitzgerald
Tony Lawrence
Camille Lewis
Rose Miller
Kim Quade
Ebonee Rothwell
Angela Sacks
Randy Salm
Renee Thomas
Annette Wood
Alexis Zoss, Director of St. Mary’s County Dept. of Social Services

01/15/2026