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Who Should Apply

We support charitable, educational, and other organizations as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. These organizations are generally based in Baltimore, Maryland. In one of our priority areas, Jewish Causes, we will consider supporting organizations outside of Baltimore.

If you wish to apply and have not had a conversation with foundation staff regarding eligibility to apply, please complete a Letter of Inquiry (“LOI”), which expresses your intent to apply if invited to do so. Upon review of the LOI, we will determine if your purpose for seeking funds aligns with our priorities and, if so, will invite you to submit a full application for funding.

We will not provide more than one grant to a grantee in a single calendar year.

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BLSYW Class of 2016, Baltimore Leadership School for Young WomenPhoto 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.”

— Chevonne Hall-Smith, CEO, Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women

“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.”

— Rick Berndt, J.D., Advisory Committee Member
Testimonial from Jacqueline Wheeler Lee, Director, C.D. Mote, Jr. Incentive Awards Program, University of MarylandPhoto 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.”

— Jacqueline Wheeler Lee, Director, C.D. Mote, Jr. Incentive Awards Program, University of Maryland