Business Details
Trusted Philanthropy Partner in Baltimore, MD
The Blaustein Philanthropic Group represents a multi-generational commitment to strategic philanthropy rooted in Jewish tradition and social justice values. Our foundations focus on addressing critical challenges in education, health, environmental sustainability, and equality through annual grantmaking exceeding $19 million. With a geographic emphasis on Baltimore and Maryland, we also support national initiatives and international efforts primarily in Israel.Our collaborative approach combines deep community knowledge with rigorous grant evaluation to maximize impact. For over three decades, we have maintained transparent processes and ethical standards in advancing our founders' vision of equitable opportunity. Our team of experienced professionals ensures responsible stewardship of resources while fostering innovative solutions to complex societal issues.
Services
Grantmaking
Social Justice Support
Educational Initiatives
Health Programs
Environmental Grants
Highlights and features
- We offer three decades of experience in strategic philanthropy with $19M+ annual grantmaking
- Our team maintains rigorous evaluation processes for measurable social impact
- We provide geographic expertise spanning Baltimore, Maryland, and international markets
- Our foundations operate with transparent grant application and reporting procedures
- We combine Jewish tradition with innovative approaches to modern social challenges
Services
Grantmaking
Our grantmaking program distributes over $19 million annually to organizations addressing critical social challenges. We focus on education equity, healthcare access, environmental conservation, and human rights initiatives. Each foundation within our group maintains specific funding priorities while sharing common values of justice and opportunity.
Social Justice Support
We fund initiatives promoting equality and systemic change through legal advocacy, community empowerment, and policy reform. Our support spans local grassroots organizations and national networks working to address discrimination and economic disparities across multiple sectors.
Educational Initiatives
Our education grants focus on improving access to quality education from early childhood through higher education. We support innovative teaching methods, scholarship programs, and institutional capacity-building efforts that create pathways to opportunity for underserved populations in urban and rural communities.
Health Programs
We invest in comprehensive health initiatives addressing mental health services, public health infrastructure, and medical research. Our funding supports both direct care provision and systemic improvements to healthcare accessibility for vulnerable populations across our service areas.
Environmental Grants
Our environmental funding prioritizes climate resilience, conservation efforts, and sustainable community development. We support projects that protect natural resources while promoting equitable access to green spaces and environmentally responsible economic opportunities in urban and rural settings.
People
Michael J. Hirschhorn
President
President of Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Foundation with extensive experience in philanthropy and nonprofit leadership.
Regan E. Ralph
Executive Director
Executive Director overseeing grantmaking operations across all foundations with 20+ years in social justice philanthropy.
Jeanne P. Blaustein
President
President of Morton K. and Jane Blaustein Foundation, focusing on strategic grantmaking and organizational development.
Frank B. Rosenberg
President
President of Henry and Ruth Blaustein Rosenberg Foundation with expertise in international development and education grants.
Daniel B. Hirschhorn
President
President of David and Barbara B. Hirschhorn Foundation, specializing in community development and healthcare initiatives.
Questions
How do I apply for a grant?
Review individual foundation priorities and submit through the appropriate contact form with organizational details and website link.
What geographic areas do you support?
Primarily Baltimore/Maryland, with national U.S. and international programs focused on Israel.
What sectors receive funding?
We prioritize education, health, environmental sustainability, social justice, and community development initiatives.
How are grant decisions made?
Applications undergo rigorous evaluation by foundation directors considering alignment with priorities and potential impact.
Can international organizations apply?
Yes, though 50% of funding focuses on Maryland with primary international investment in Israel.
How to report on a funded project?
Grantees receive specific reporting instructions through their foundation's administrative contact.
