Many people do not know the story behind Valentines Day. It’s quite interesting. February is often called the month of love. The story that’s told happened in ancient Rome, Claudius the ruler felt single men were better soldiers than those with wives and children. Having to defend his boarders, he outlawed marriage. Valentine was a Catholic priest who considered the ban on marriage unjust, so he secretly performed marriages. When it was discovered, Claudius
FUEL FOR THOUGHT Third Edition – January 2026 From our Board of Directors: Thank You for Your Support in 2025 Front row from L to R: Scott Thompson, Debbie Brown (Executive Director), Dale Linaweaver, Marcus Walker & Robert Helm Second row from L to R: Lauren Zeigler, Phil Leadore, Brandi Nieland, Todd Carter, John Pastalow
Together, We Made the Connection Happen in 2025Debbie Brown, Executive Director Welcome to 2026! It’s hard to believe how quickly 2025 passed but what a year of impact we achieved together! Thanks to the generosity of more than 14,000 donors, foundations, businesses, community partners, and places of worship, the Fuel Fund of Maryland provided financial grants to 3,332
Powering Homes, Restoring Hope: Why Your Year-End Gift Matters As the year winds down, the gift of light and warmth becomes more meaningful than ever. At Fuel Fund, we believe that no family should have to face the cold and dark due to financial hardship. Year-end giving allows us to continue helping families like Maria’s,
🍂 October in Maryland: Fall Fun, Community Spirit, and Energy Awareness October in Maryland is a time of vibrant foliage, crisp air, and community connection. It’s a month that invites reflection and renewal. At the Fuel Fund of Maryland, we see October as an opportunity—not just to prepare for colder months, but it’s a good