At the Fuel Fund of Maryland, our mission is simple: to keep households connected.
“I give back because I believe in the good of people and I hope that if I ever needed help, someone would come to my aid as well.”
Mary C., Baltimore, MD
Why Give to the Fuel Fund of Maryland?
- Efficiency: $0.86 of every $1 donated goes directly to our mission.
- Tax Benefits: 100% tax-deductible.
- Transparency: 4-star Charity Navigator rating and Platinum Transparency Seal.
- Impact: In 2024, we helped 4,289 BGE residential households.
- Matching Gifts: BGE matches $0.50 for every dollar donated.
“I don’t like the idea of anyone worrying about electricity. This reality has become more poignant to me and my wife since having our first child last year.”
Jason H., Columbia, MD
Every contribution, no matter the size, can have a profound impact. Your generosity helps keep homes warm in the winter, cool in the summer, families safe, and communities thriving.
The Fuel Fund of Maryland is a small independent organization that depends on the generosity of individuals, businesses, foundations, organizations, and religious institutions to provide financial grants to more than 4,000 households each year.
If you have a question, please contact Denise Griffin, Director of Development or (410) 844-3833.
“It doesn’t matter what your zip code is – you never know when life is going to throw you a curve ball and you are going to need the Fuel Fund. It happened to me. It can happen to anyone.”
The Alexander Household, Glen Burnie, MD