There are many ways to become involved with philanthropy. Whether you are the trustee of a small family foundation, the CEO of a large corporate giving program, or an individual interested in giving back to your community, there are ways to infuse philanthropy into your every day life.

Family Foundations Find information on Family Foundations. Community and Public Foundations Community foundations are publicly supported foundations operated by, and for the benefit of, a specific community or geographic region. Public foundations pool their funds as well but their grantmaking interests may extend beyond the "community". Corporate and Small Business Philanthropy Corporate philanthropy is a key component of a healthy and viable community, and is a longstanding tradition in Maryland. Learn about different corporate giving options. History of American Philanthropy Philanthropy has strong roots in religious beliefs, in the history of mutual assistance, in democratic principles of civic participation, in pluralistic approaches to problem solving and in American traditions of individual autonomy and limited government. New Trends in Giving Find out who's giving today, what they're supporting, and how they're getting dollars to the nonprofits that need them.

Giving Circles Giving Circles are comprised of groups of individuals who pool funds and make joint grants to affect change in specific areas of interest. Your Giving Journey There are as many motivations for a person's charitable giving as there are people — giving of your resources and time to help others is one of the most personal acts you can make. Learn of the many considerations you will adress as you embark on your giving journey. Volunteering Why volunteer? There are many ways to be philanthropic - and volunteering is one of the most critical ways to strengthen your community. you can be active in your neighborhood. Youth Philanthropy Youth philanthropy is practiced under all sorts of circumstances by all kinds of kids and for many different reasons. There are many ways to help young kids learn about philanthropy.