In Service to Community
For over six decades, the France-Merrick Foundation has been devoted to supporting the people and organizations that make the Baltimore region vibrant and diverse. Our logo represents the roots we lay in our communities and the opportunities that branch out from them to strengthen our thriving and healthy communities, while the surrounding leaves stand for the individuals we support. We embrace a deep commitment to civic engagement, leadership, and community as evidenced by our support for a wide range of projects across our subject areas. Learn more about our areas of focus.
(Left to right) Photos courtesy of: Creative Alliance (Photo by E. Brady Robinson), The Well —Hon’s Honey, Baltimore Leadership School for Young Women, Backyard Basecamp, Inc. — Bliss Meadows, B’more Clubhouse, Arch Social Club (Photo by Edwin Remsberg Photographs for the Maryland State Arts Council)
Vision
We envision an equitable, vibrant and sustainable Baltimore community where people and places thrive.
Mission
We invest in non-profit organizations to enrich the quality of life across Baltimore and beyond through grantmaking and collaborative efforts.
Core Values
Collaboration
We recognize that our impact is greater when we work with others. We value collaborative relationships because they allow us opportunities to listen, learn, leverage and lead.
Learning
We commit to broadening our knowledge, perspectives and experience, by listening to and learning from past grantees and other partners and opening ourselves up to new ideas and relationships.
Impact
We work to make a lasting positive impact on our community through compassionate, informed, and future-oriented stewardship. We strive to be adaptive and effective in our efforts to influence the complex issues we care about.
Integrity
We act with a high standard of integrity that respects the vision of our founders, guides humble and ethical decision-making and reflects our commitment to inclusive actions and equal opportunities.
Our Values in Action
The France-Merrick Foundation is working toward advancing racial equity through our grantmaking, governance, operating, and investment policies and practices. Read more about our commitment to racial equity.