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  • Resident Spotlight: QuayResident Spotlight: Quay

    “You are not your mistakes. If you mess up, ask for help…” What was life like before coming to Marian House? Quay entered in September 2022. In my case, it depends on where the story begins. There’s a bizarre and confusing mix of awesomeness and tragedy. My journey to Marian House started around the same […]

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  • Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Katie O’Brien & Nazish Weaver, 5K Co-ChairsVolunteer Spotlight: Meet Katie O’Brien & Nazish Weaver, 5K Co-Chairs

    Marian House is excited to have Katie O’Brien and Nazish Weaver as our Co-Chairs for the 15th Annual Race to Embrace Independence 5K Run and Walk. Nazish previously volunteered with our race and eagerly stepped up to co-chair our 2023 5K. Katie ran our race in 2022 and was encouraged to help lead as a […]

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  • Ravens Raffle Winner has been chosenRavens Raffle Winner has been chosen

    And the Winner Is . . . Mark Davis is the winner of our Annual Ravens Season Ticket Raffle. Sold by our very own Scott. Mark was intrigued with the possibility of winning and brought tickets. When he was called on July 27, 2023, and notified that he was the winner, he was thrilled. He […]

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  • You Can Leave a LegacyYou Can Leave a Legacy

    You truly can leave a legacy! It is not just for the rich, wealthy or famous. Leaving a planned gift is a way to leave a legacy and support the work you championed in your lifetime. Planned gifts can be as simple as making an outright bequest or as complex as creating a charitable trust […]

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  • Volunteer SPOTLIGHT – Rev. Joyce and CMATVolunteer SPOTLIGHT – Rev. Joyce and CMAT

    Rev. Joyce E. Jones has been a Marian House volunteer since spring 2022. With an impressive background, Rev. Joyce graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Virginia State University and a master’s degree at Central Michigan University in Public Administration and Human Resources. Formerly employed by NSA (National Security Administration), she taught at Cryptologic Training School, […]

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  • RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – Nancy ARESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – Nancy A

    Nancy is the first to say that she never really had a childhood. As young as she can remember, she was the main person responsible for her family of seven despite being the middle sibling. When she wasn’t working to provide for them financially, she was acting as the head of household for other families. […]

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  • We are at the starting line!We are at the starting line!

    Planning for the 15th Annual Race to Embrace Independence IS UNDERWAY! The race will beheld in late September and will start and end at Marian House Virtual participation is available for those who can’t join us in-person. We are seeking sponsors from local businesses. By pledging to sponsor us from $1,500 to $10,000 your company […]

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  • Commentary on The Baltimore Sun: Marian House an example of saving BaltimoreCommentary on The Baltimore Sun: Marian House an example of saving Baltimore

    Thank you, Dan Rodricks, for sharing your reflections on “Our City of Perpetual Recovery” (”Dan Rodricks: Baltimore getting back to normal, and normal is always a mixed bag here,” June 17). This name well defines the beauty and complexity of Baltimore. The overarching problems of homelessness, addiction, criminal justice, poverty, racial inequality and violence are complex, […]

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  • Tell Us Your Story!Tell Us Your Story!

    We want to hear from you! Every woman & child we have served over the past 40 years has a story. Our staff have heard countless stories of survival, recovery, love, gratitude, success, and second chances. We would love to hear your stories. Your story is deeply connected to our story! Residents, former residents, donors, […]

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