Dear Friends of Marian House,
I am grateful for the opportunity to reach out to you in my new role as Interim Chief Executive Officer. Over the past year as Chief Operating Officer, I have had the privilege of working closely with our leadership team, staff, and community partners. This foundation has allowed for a smooth transition. We are deeply appreciative of Katie’s service, friendship, leadership and strong impact on Marian House. We wish her all the best in her new role.
With the transition underway, the Board of Directors has initiated a comprehensive and thoughtful executive search process. Our goal is to ensure that the next CEO is well-positioned to guide Marian House into its next era of growth and service. The full position description is available through our search partners at Good Insight: www.good-insight.org/careers. During this search, we are committed to three priorities:
- Maintaining Continuity of Care – Ensuring that the women and families we serve experience seamless access to programs, services, and support.
- Strengthening Organizational Capacity – Continuing to invest in staff development, operational excellence, and strategic alignment across all departments.
- Upholding Mission-Centered Leadership – Selecting a permanent CEO whose vision, values, and experience advance the long-term health and direction of Marian House.
As the search progresses, our work continues with energy and enthusiasm—and we have an exciting lineup of events this spring and fall that I hope you will join us for:
- 44th Anniversary celebration with Jazz In the Garden – April 12: A special evening honoring four decades of hope, healing, and transformation, featuring Todd Marcus and his quartet in the Marian House Courtyard.
- Blingo – May 1: A fun and festive night of bingo, jewelry, purses, prizes, and community spirit benefiting our programs at a new location, get your tickets today! You can also purchase a table of 8 for $380.
- Ravens Raffle Tickets – Available now. Enter for a chance to win Baltimore Ravens Season tickets while supporting Marian House.
- Marian House 5K – September 26: Planning is in full swing for our signature event promoting wellness, community, and the journeys of the women we serve. We need sponsors, runners, volunteers, team leaders, peer-to-peer fundraisers and more.
As we move through this period of transition, please know that our mission remains steadfast, our programs remain strong, and our gratitude for your partnership remains unwavering. Thank you for walking alongside us, for believing in the potential of the women we serve, and for helping Marian House continue to be a place of safety, growth, and new beginnings. Event details are included throughout this newsletter. I look forward to seeing you this spring.
With gratitude,
Rebecca Perry
Interim CEO