Photo Credit: Literacy Lab
Impact
“Too many people in Baltimore do not have the opportunity to fulfill their potential. The Richman Foundation wants to contribute in ways that enhance the growth and success of people in this community.”
“Our society is faced with some of the greatest challenges in our history. The philanthropy of Arnie and Alison Richman expressed through their Foundation to address these challenges represents their strong commitment to making the world a better place…. one step at a time. As an advisor to the Foundation, I am pleased to contribute to this important work, any way I can.”
“Baltimore is a blatant example of a tale of two cities. The Richman Foundation is trying to address the stark inequities in the City in order to even the playing field for families from low-income and minoritized backgrounds. I am most appreciative of the Foundation’s emphasis on early childhood interventions which have the potential to have long-term impacts on Baltimore’s children and families. Because of these and other priorities of the Foundation, I am pleased to be serving on its Advisory Committee.”
“There is nothing better to do than work on the areas of mental health services and developmental issues for today’s youth and do it with people you respect, love, and trust.”
“With support from The Richman Foundation, Roberta’s House continues to provide bereavement support and care for hundreds of children, teens, and their families at one of the most challenging times. It is heartening to have partners that share our vision of a community where no child has to grieve alone.”
Photo Credit: The Literacy Lab“The support we received from The Richman Foundation directly enabled us to expand our services to reach more Baltimore City students and school communities. Because of their support, over one hundred additional students across four school sites were able to receive individualized, high-dosage tutoring.”
“The foundation has invested in expanding the reach of the Chicago Parent Program and, in doing so, supporting a great many Baltimore families with young children. We are grateful for their vision and generosity, as are our families and community partners.”
Johns Hopkins School of Nursing
Photo Credit: The Associated“As supporters of the Associated’s Annual Campaign and other initiatives designed to address the challenges of our time, together, we have brought light and action to the critical issues confronting individuals, families, and those who value civility and kindness. As Rabbi Hillel says in the Ethics of the Fathers, “If I am not for me, who is for me and if I am only for myself, what am I? And if not now, when?” The Associated network looks forward to continuing our work with the Richman Foundation as we act when action is required.”
Photo Credit: Incentive Awards Program at the University of Maryland“The Richman Foundation’s investment has been a game-changer for the Incentive Awards Program. Their gift has enabled us to expand our reach within Baltimore City and help secure the future of the program. It signifies an abiding belief in the capacity of Baltimore City students to achieve and it will encourage our scholars to know that there are people from their hometown who are rooting for their success.”
Photo Credit: Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women“In large part due to the Richman family’s support and dedication, our Destination College program is a robust and well-established pillar of the Baltimore Leadership School For Young Women experience. Our school’s growth has benefited tremendously from the Richman family’s involvement. Their commitment to BLSYW has been instrumental in helping our students achieve their college dreams.”
Photo Credit: Center for Hope“Funds from The Richman Foundation have allowed the mental health team at Center for Hope to continue and expand free, flexible, and culturally appropriate trauma therapy that best meets the individual needs of our families. The training opportunities as well continue to build therapeutic capacity to better guide clients through their healing of complex PTSD, depression, anxiety, and so many other challenges resulting from the traumatic experiences that bring families through our door. We and these families are extremely grateful for the commitment to investing in client-centered healing spaces. “
Photo Credit: The Loyola School“Thanks to a gift from the Richman Family Foundation, The Loyola School was able to integrate digital learning with traditional classroom instruction using iPads and Chromebooks, adaptive software, Lexia Reading, and Dreambox Math. These essential tools in our blended learning program help us support student academic learning and accelerate recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Photo Credit: Chesapeake Bay Foundation“The Richman Foundation’s support has been instrumental to advancing the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s mission to Save the Bay. This investment has improved the health of our local communities and helped protect our waterways for future generations.”
“The foundation’s support of the Mead Maternal Health & Preventive Care Center will empower vulnerable people from underserved communities to take a more active role in managing their conditions. This philanthropy is advancing the high-quality health care, education, and compassionate services that Mercy is able to offer to all those in need—and to ensure we address each patient’s unique challenges in a way that honors their dignity. We are so thankful to the foundation for its investment in Mercy’s mission and the health of our shared community.”
“The Mead Maternal Health & Preventive Care Center at Mercy offers one high standard of care, in one convenient location, to two vulnerable populations: at-risk expectant mothers and high-risk chronically ill patients. Thanks to the foundation’s support, Baltimore’s neediest will receive comprehensive pre-natal services, on-site chronic disease diagnostics and treatment, robust patient navigation and education, and referrals to community resources that will help address socio-economic barriers to wellness. The foundation’s partnership in this work will have tremendous impact on people’s health outcomes.”
Photo Credit: University of Maryland Baltimore County, The Sherman Center“The foundation’s support has provided us the opportunity to meet needs expressed by families and early childhood professionals and educators in southwest Baltimore. We expanded on our math and STEAM enrichment and are partnering with Arundel Judy Center to offer tangible learning resources to parents of young children. We are invigorated by the ability to broaden our support of our youngest community members and the adults in their lives!”
“The foundation is making a difference in the lives of children in Baltimore. The foundation’s support of UMBC’s work in southwest Baltimore is helping ensure that all children – from their earliest ages–have a chance to thrive in school and live rich full lives.”
Photo Credit: American Jewish World Service“The Richmans embody a deep commitment to tikkun olam—the Jewish responsibility to repair the world. Since 2004, the Richman family’s support of American Jewish World Service (AJWS) has propelled our work to pursue social justice and build more equitable communities in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Their investment ensures that AJWS can continue to fight poverty, protect the environment, and advance equality for women and girls around the globe.”