Helping families since 2013
The Reality in Calvert County
Why It Matters - In Calvert County, too many families are one unexpected expense away from crisis. Nearly one in three households, and more than half of local seniors, cannot consistently afford basic living expenses.
When a car breaks down or a medical bill arrives, there is no safety net. What should be a temporary setback can quickly become a loss of housing, stability, and security.
Our Purpose
Calvert Family Advocates exists to support individuals and families in Calvert County during moments of financial hardship, providing the critical assistance needed to maintain stability and move forward. Through targeted support and strong community partnerships, we help prevent crisis, strengthen households, and create pathways toward long-term self-sufficiency.
How We Work
Calvert Family Advocates serves as the Social Services Advisory Board for Calvert County, giving us direct insight into the challenges local families face every day.
We provide financial assistance through a trusted referral process in partnership with the Department of Social Services and Calvert County Public Schools. This ensures support reaches individuals and families who are already working with professionals toward stability and self-sufficiency. We collaborate closely with local government and nonprofit partners to avoid duplication and maximize impact. As a volunteer-led organization with minimal overhead, the vast majority of every donation goes directly to helping Calvert County residents in need.
Our Parent Organization – The MASSB Foundation
Calvert Family Advocates operates under The MASSB Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established by the Maryland Association of Social Services Boards in 2007. The Foundation was created to support local Department of Social Services (DSS) Boards by enabling tax-deductible donations that directly fund community-based programs and charitable endowments across Maryland. This structure allows Calvert Family Advocates to receive and manage charitable contributions that support families in need within Calvert County. All contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
To learn more about The MASSB Foundation, visit:
www.MASSBfoundation.org
MASSB Foundation / Calvert Family Advocates is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Tax ID: 26-1192752