“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
At the Fuel Fund of Maryland, we provide urgent utility assistance to households facing power disconnection or experiencing power outages, ensuring no one is left in the dark.
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: Last year, we helped 4,289 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 Maryland 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