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May 5, 2020 | Alexandra Macia

MCEDC Launching Telework Assistance Program for Local Businesses and Nonprofits

The Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation will be administering and awarding up to $2,500 grants to eligible county businesses and nonprofits for teleworking equipment and software purchased due to the pandemic. Applications for the grants open on May 6 at 10 a.m. on the MCEDC website. The $250,000 Telework Assistance Program fund was approved on […]

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May 1, 2020 | Alexandra Macia

SEEC Distributing Masks, Gifts to Direct Support Professionals Throughout Maryland

Supporting Employment Equality and Community a local nonprofit that supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, has already distributed over 3,000 masks for Direct Support Professionals in Maryland. DSP’s work with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities to live independently and have become even more important now for those who are homebound. Executive Director […]

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March 11, 2019 | Sam Merrill

Women’s History Month: MCM Spotlights Nonprofit President Dr. Erin O’Shea

In honor of Women’s History Month, MCM is recognizing some of Montgomery County’s most notable women. Women who have driven change, fought for equality and provided representation for the many diverse parts of our community. Dr. Erin O’Shea has dedicated her career to researching biological sciences and is the president of the Howard Hughes Medical […]

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June 12, 2018 | Staff Writer

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Hero Dogs in Gaithersburg to be Recognized by State Officials

Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot is expected to travel to Gaithersburg Thursday to present a proclamation to Hero Dogs. Hero Dogs is a nonprofit that raises, trains, and places service dogs with military veterans for free with lifetime support. With more than 100 volunteers, Hero Dog also trains dogs to help in group therapeutic environments at […]

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