Simon Turner Memorial Garden Public Meeting
Rendering of Simon Turner Memorial Park featuring a splash fountain.The mission of the Simon Turner Memorial Garden is to provide an inclusive space that appeals to people of all ages and backgrounds. A virtual public information meeting will be held on Wednesday,...
2021 Frederick Nonprofit Summit Goes Virtual
Keynote Speaker & Panelist: Vu Le - NonprofitAF FounderAfter 2 years, it was such a pleasure for Frederick nonprofits and beyond to finally gather together to learn from such powerful, insightful regional and national nonprofit and philanthropic leaders. We...
Downtown Frederick Streetscape Study
Ausherman Family Foundation is honored to support the Downtown Frederick Streetscape Study through a $25,000 matching grant with the City. The study has been kicked off by the Downtown Frederick Partnership and The City of Frederick. The first step was to hire a...
Warehouse Cinemas Offers Free Facility Rental for Nonprofits
It is a pleasure to welcome Warehouse Cinemas to the Frederick community! They are already giving back by opening their facility to nonprofits free of charge. Throughout April and May, Warehouse Cinemas will be offering FREE Facility Rentals for Non-Profits to hold in...
Advocates for Homeless Families’ Participants Purchase Homes
Frederick family moves into their new home.Advocates for Homeless Families recently enabled several families to overcome their homeless status and purchase homes of their own. The organization offers Weekly Life Skills Workshops to educate participants on how to...
Mental Health Association Seeks Bilingual Therapist
As a result of COVID-19 stressors, trauma is rapidly increasing and the need for counseling services is higher than ever. The current waitlist for counseling appointments is 6 to 8 months. The 2-1-1 emergency hotline operated by the Frederick County Mental Health...
Frederick Rescue Mission Installs New Tent
Frederick Rescue Mission staff and volunteers install new tent.The Frederick Rescue Mission received $2,500 in Trustee Directed Grants to improve food distribution. Funds were used to purchase a large tent, heaters, and lights. Staff and volunteers installed the large...
The Initiative Releases Final Report
The Downtown Safety and Services Initiative (“The Initiative”) was born out of the community and comprised of several committees that were created based upon the needs and priorities identified by community stakeholders. Committees are chaired by community leaders in...
Ausherman Family Foundation Funding in 2020
Through grantmaking, community-benefit projects, leadership and educational opportunities, we put $2,100,000 charitable dollars back into the community in 2020. We thank our valued community partners, especially the dedicated nonprofits, fellow funders, and government...
Serving Frederick County Youth
COVID-19 is severely impacting our youth as they live in an everchanging world. From schooling to family life, our community is working to overcome battles we never imagined. As a result of COVID-19 stressors, trauma is rapidly increasing in both youth and adults. ...
Supporting Victims of Trauma
The Ausherman Family Foundation, local funders, and community members recognize the need to address trauma in Frederick County. As a result of COVID-19 stressors, trauma is rapidly increasing and now is the time to begin the healing process. The Ausherman Family...
COVID-19: How To Give Back Locally
Through COVID-19, many people are interested in giving back directly to their local community. There are several opportunities to donate or volunteer in your neighborhood through food banks, churches, drop off locations, and more. Please see the list below for a...