Maryland Physicians Care, in Partnership with Ascension Saint Agnes, Awards More Than $860,000 to Baltimore Nonprofits

Ascension Saint Agnes and Maryland Physicians Care awarded more than $860,000 in community grants to 12 Baltimore-area nonprofit organizations during a ceremony on June 2 at Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital.

The funding supports local programs focused on behavioral health, substance use recovery services, education, homelessness, environmental initiatives and community development. The investment reflects an ongoing commitment by both organizations to improving health outcomes and addressing the social factors that influence well-being across Baltimore and surrounding communities.

"Health is shaped by what happens in people's everyday lives at home, in their neighborhoods and with the organizations that show up for them when they need it most," said Beau Higginbotham, President and CEO of Ascension Saint Agnes. "Our work to meet our community members' health and social needs does not stop at our doors. These grants, in partnership with Maryland Physicians Care, strengthen our community's services and support system."

Ascension Saint Agnes is a partial owner of Maryland Physicians Care, a locally managed care organization that administers Maryland Medicaid in communities across the state.

"Improving health outcomes goes beyond medical care," said Jason Rottman, President and CEO of Maryland Physicians Care. "By investing in trusted community organizations, we're helping ensure individuals and families have access to the resources they need to live healthier, more stable lives."

The 12 grant recipients include Tuerk House, People Encouraging People, Blue Water Baltimore, UEmpower of Maryland, Saint Joseph's Monastery, Catholic Charities, Helping Up Mission, Community Assistance Network, St. Ignatius Loyola Academy, Reed House Foundation, St. Frances Academy and Friends of Violetville Park.