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CDN is the voice for Maryland’s community development industry

CDN is the voice for Maryland’s community development industryCDN is the voice for Maryland’s community development industryCDN is the voice for Maryland’s community development industry

Our sole purpose is to promote, strengthen, and advocate for Maryland’s community development industry

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CDN is the voice for Maryland’s community development industry

CDN is the voice for Maryland’s community development industryCDN is the voice for Maryland’s community development industryCDN is the voice for Maryland’s community development industry

Our sole purpose is to promote, strengthen, and advocate for Maryland’s community development industry

Become a Member

COVID 19 Resources 9.1.2020

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Federal COVID 19 Response

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act created new workplace obligations for employers and expanded supports for individuals affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Eight days later, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) authorized more than $2 trillion in spending to inject cash into the economy, businesses, and nonprofits. 


CARES Act Stimulus Package Analysis – March 27, 2020

Analysis from National Alliance of Community Economic Agencies 

The U.S. Congress approved and the President signed a $2.2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that includes major funding for the community development sector.

Comprehensive list of community and economic development funding - Rapoza Associates

Section-by-section explanations

Small business provisions

Summary of unemployment and tax provisions

Overview of who's getting what and why it matters – Politico


What the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Means to Nonprofits

On March 19, the President signed into law, H.R. 6201, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. The bill includes a complex set of temporary paid leave mandates and employer reimbursement provisions, as well as funding for free coronavirus testing, food nutrition security, and Unemployment extension.

General Information - Maryland Covid 19

Governor Hogan Issues Stay At Home Order for Maryland      Residents - Marylanders must stay at home!

The Maryland Department of Health’s Coronavirus Tracking Page – Includes the latest information of the number of cases by jurisdiction, and the latest state information with regard to the pandemic.

Maryland Unites – Governor Hogan’s COVID-19 page, including background information, the latest news, a list of opportunities to help, and an “A-to-Z Resource Guide”.

The CDC’s Novel Coronavirus Outbreak Website – Includes state-by-state breakdown of Coronavirus cases, information about the Federal government response, and frequently asked questions about the pandemic.

Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center – Contains detailed information on the spread of the outbreak.

World Health Organization’s Coronavirus Portal – Realtime visualization of worldwide situation.

Social, community, religious, recreation, and sporting events and gatherings of more than 10 people are now strictly prohibited in all locations and venues in Maryland. Click here to read more about the restrictions in the executive order. 

  

Governor Larry Hogan announced these financial relief initiatives for consumers on April 3, 2020. 


The Department of Legislative Services has prepared this  analysis and overview of Federal COVID–19 Assistance for Maryland. 

Housing & Human Services

Grab-and-go meals for students 18 and under, or for students with disabilities who are older than 18 are available.  For a statewide map, click here. 

Maryland Senior Call Check System

Maryland is the first state in the country to start a free, opt-in, telephonic service to check on Maryland’s older residents, all across the state.​ Click here for more information.

United Way of Central Maryland COVID-19 Community Economic Relief Fund -- to help with rent, food, and bills. 

 FAQ on Maryland      Unemployment Insurance Benefits and COVID-19 from Maryland DLLR

Special Enrollment Period for Uninsured Marylanders. As part of the state’s overall response to the coronavirus, and in an effort to prioritize health and safety, Maryland Health Connection opened a new special enrollment period for uninsured Marylanders.

Marylanders Serving Marylanders: Resources During the Coronavirus

Non-Profit Operating Assistance

Maryland Small Business COVID-19 Emergency Relief Grant Fund offers working capital to assist Maryland small businesses and nonprofits with disrupted operations due to COVID-19. This funding does not cover self-employed people working in community development.

Nonprofit Resources for Remote Work During the COVID-19 Outbreak -- provides short reviews of different communications solutions for staff working remotely.

If your nonprofit pays Sales & Use Tax, note that the deadline has been extended and payment is not due until June 1st. The Comptroller's Office set up a dedicated email address taxpayerrelief@marylandtaxes.gov   to assist businesses with extension-related questions. 

 Maryland Nonprofits is compiling information here  

National Organizations COVID 19 Information

Enterprise Community Partners – Understanding Relief for Homeowners and Renter

National Community Reinvestment Coalition

National Low Income Housing Coalition

Joint Center for Housing Studies COVID19 

National Consumer Law Center article on consumer protection with links

Mental Health Resources

Maryland Department of Health - Updated 4.27.20

Mental Health – COVID -19 University of Maryland Resources

Protecting your mental health during the coronavirus - Johns Hopkins Univ.

Eastern Shore Mental Health

Communications & Fundraising Strategies

Planning for a COVID-19 Outbreak in Your Community from Leading Age provides a framework for organizations developing messaging for media consumption and/or responding to press queries about diagnosed cases of COVID-19 in your organization.
 

Framing COVID-19 from the FrameWorks Institute provides guidance on effective and inclusive communications during the pandemic, including guidance on making a powerful case for nonprofits.


Coping in a Pandemic: Essential Nonprofit Philanthropic Strategies from Bloomerang.

Meetings you Missed

CDN Monthly Meeting 4.17.20 

Braverman, Ryer, Tarbert

Files coming soon.

What We Do

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Who We Are

The Community Development Network (CDN) of Maryland promotes, strengthens and advocates for 

Maryland’s community development industry serving rural, urban and suburban communities statewide. 

CDN is a statewide network made up of over 180 member organizations from across the state. 

Our  member organizations , nonprofit community development organizations, financial institutions, 

developers and public agencies build affordable housing, revitalize communities, stabilize families 

and promote small business development along main streets. 

The 2018 legislative session, Governor Hogan signed two of our bills.

Advocacy

The core of CDN’s work is to represent the community development industry in Annapolis during the General Assembly each year.

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Capacity Building

CDN offers peer networking, local trainings, and scholarships to NeighborWorks and other nationally recognized trainings.

Welcome

CDN members work every day to improve their communities, and CDN is working every  day to strengthen community development organizations!  

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Your contribution will  strengthen CDN and thereby benefit community development organizations throughout Maryland.

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