For decades, you—our donors—have helped us share power with Maryland households.
Now, we’re proud to share something with you: knowledge that empowers everyday life, builds confidence, and strengthens well‑being.
That’s why we created POWER FORWARD, a 2026 workshop series designed especially for the Fuel Fund family.
POWER Forward is our way of saying thank you—by offering engaging, practical learning experiences that help you:
- Gain insights you can use right away
- Build financial, personal, and household resilience
- Connect with others who care deeply about Maryland communities
- Feel appreciated, informed, and energized
POWER Forward is more than a workshop series—it’s our commitment to the people who make our mission possible.
Our April 9th workshop, Think Before You Click, has concluded. Thank you for your participation!
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – Workshop #2
Your Usage, Your Power: A Practical Savings Workshop
Join us for an informative and engaging seminar designed exclusively for Fuel Fund supporters. Our partners at BGE will share practical ways to reduce energy usage, access rebates, and take advantage of programs that help households stay connected and energy‑efficient.
This interactive session will cover:
- Energy rebates and incentives
- Quick Home Energy Check-Ups (QHECs)—what they are and how they work
- Low‑ or no‑cost energy‑saving solutions
- Tools and programs BGE offers to help households save
A delicious lunch will be provided by a Fuel Fund sponsor, followed by time for Q&A and personalized support.
Presenter:
Cristiano Quijano
Energy Assistance Program Manager, BGE
📅 Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
📍 Location: Liquid Libs, Timonium, MD
Schedule
- Check‑In: Noon
- Lunch: 12:15 p.m.
- Seminar: 12:30–1:15 p.m.
Cost
- Free for Fuel Fund donors
- Donation requested for the general public
RSVP by June 3, 2026
Debbie Brown
📞 410‑844‑3834
📧 dbrown@fuelfundmaryland.org
🌟 Seating is limited—please register early.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 – Workshop #3
Smart Giving in Uncertain Times: Staying Generous Without Risking Your Financial Security
This interactive Lunch & Learn is presented by Stacey Spedden‑Irrgang and Shannon James of Heritage Financial Consultants, LLC. The session will explore how to balance generosity with long‑term financial confidence during uncertain times.
Topics include:
- Setting your personal “safe giving” amount
- Balancing generosity with financial security
- Flexible giving strategies in volatile markets
Lunch will be provided, followed by Q&A and individualized guidance.
Presenters:
Stacey Spedden‑Irrgang & Shannon James
Heritage Financial Consultants, LLC
📅 Date: Wednesday, September 15, 2026
📍 Location: Liquid Libs, Timonium, MD
Schedule
- Check‑In: Noon
- Lunch: 12:15 p.m.
- Seminar: 12:30–1:15 p.m.
RSVP
Debbie Brown
📞 410‑844‑3834
📧 dbrown@fuelfundmaryland.org
🌟 Limited seating available.
We hope you’ll join us for this meaningful and engaging series as we POWER FORWARD—and continue to share the power together.
