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04/01/2026

HERstory Matters: Rooted in Power, Not Permission.

This recap captures moments from an evening where Black women nonprofit leaders came together to engage in honest conversation about what it means to lead in today’s climate. Across the sector, leaders are navigating shifting funding priorities, increased community need, and growing expectations while continuing to build and sustain organizations that communities rely on.

The conversation reflected real experiences, balancing responsibility, protecting mission, and finding ways to stay grounded while leading through uncertainty. It also created space for connection, shared perspective, and the kind of dialogue that doesn’t always happen publicly but is necessary for leadership to move forward.

We are grateful to our featured speakers:
Dr. Nia Imani Fields, Executive Director, GreenLight Fund Baltimore
Dana Cole, Executive Director, Impact Hub Baltimore
Geri “Coach G” McCarter, Founder & Executive Director, Coach G Academy, Inc.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the energy in the room. This work continues beyond the convening.

📍 Stem & Vine | Baltimore, MD
🎥 Video: Inkwell Recording Studios |

03/19/2026

Happy Birthday, Jade! 🎂

Today, we’re celebrating the woman behind so much of the work, the vision, and the heart of this community. Jade shows up for Black nonprofit leaders day after day, advocating, connecting, pushing doors open, and reminding us that we don’t have to do this work alone.

Your leadership has created spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to keep going, even when the work is hard.

We hope today brings you the same care, appreciation, and joy that you pour into everyone else all year long.

Send your birthday wishes to Jade in the comments! 🎉

03/16/2026

HERstory Matters 2026: Rooted in Power, Not Permission ✨

What happens when Black women leaders gather in one room without needing to ask for permission? Powerful conversation. Real talk. Genuine connection.

HERStory Matters brought together voices shaping the nonprofit sector right now, creating space to reflect, challenge, and support one another.

We are grateful to everyone who showed up and made the evening meaningful.

📍 Stem & Vine |
📷 Photos: KFinch Photography |

03/16/2026

HERstory Matters 2026: Rooted in Power, Not Permission ✨

What happens when Black women leaders gather in one room without needing to ask for permission? Powerful conversation. Real talk. Genuine connection.

HERStory Matters brought together voices shaping the nonprofit sector right now, creating space to reflect, challenge, and support one another.

We are grateful to everyone who showed up and made the evening meaningful.

📍 Stem & Vine
📷 Photos:

03/11/2026

Join us in celebrating women who are leading, building, and shaping Baltimore!

Our Founder & Executive Director, Jade Nicole Neverdon Merritt, will be a featured panelist at the Second Annual Leading Ladies of Baltimore Women’s Empowerment Panel, hosted by Leader Breeders Inc. This inspiring gathering will bring together women across generations for meaningful conversation, connection, and shared wisdom from leaders across the city.

Bring the young women in your life and come be part of a space designed to uplift, encourage, and inspire the next wave of leadership.

🗓 March 25
⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Pl, Baltimore, MD

Free event • RSVP required
🔗 Register here: tinyurl.com/LLOB2

03/10/2026

A look back at Meet the Funders 2026, a continued joint effort between the BLK ED Network and Maryland Philanthropy Network.

Black nonprofit leaders and institutional funders came together for facilitated conversations about the realities organizations are navigating today, how funding relationships are evolving, and what it takes to move forward with stronger partnerships.

Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation and contributed their perspectives to the room.

📸 Inkwell Recording Studios

03/05/2026

Our Founder and Executive Director, Jade Nicole Neverdon Merritt, was recently featured in AFRO News following the CIAA Health and Mental Wellness Summit panel “Silent Struggles: Women, Fibroids, Endometriosis, Uterine Health.”

Read the full article: https://afro.com/health-disparities-fibroids-endometriosis

03/04/2026

Have you secured your seat for HERstory Matters?- https://mailchi.mp/theblackednetwork/have-you-secured-your-seat-for-herstory-matters

03/03/2026

𝓜𝓮𝓮𝓽 𝓞𝓾𝓻 𝓕𝓮𝓪𝓽𝓾𝓻𝓮𝓭 𝓢𝓹𝓮𝓪𝓴𝓮𝓻: Dr. Nia Imani Fields, Executive Director of GreenLight Fund Baltimore

We’re honored to welcome Dr. Nia Imani Fields to HERstory Matters.

As Executive Director of GreenLight Fund Baltimore, Dr. Fields leads efforts that bring innovative, community-driven solutions to the city. Her work centers on expanding access, strengthening systems, and creating pathways for young adults to thrive.

With a background in public policy, youth development, and education, she brings both strategy and lived understanding to conversations around equity and long-term impact.

Her voice reflects leadership grounded in purpose, community, and accountability.

Join us as she shares insight on power, sustainability, and the realities shaping nonprofit leadership today.

📍 March 12 | 6–8 PM | Stem & Vine
🎟 Register via link in bio or visit bit.ly/BLKHerstoryV

Space is limited and expected to reach full capacity—secure your seat today.

Be part of a conversation grounded in , , , and .

03/03/2026

𝓜𝓮𝓮𝓽 𝓞𝓾𝓻 𝓕𝓮𝓪𝓽𝓾𝓻𝓮𝓭 𝓢𝓹𝓮𝓪𝓴𝓮𝓻: Dana Cole, Executive Director of Impact Hub Baltimore

We’re honored to welcome Dana Cole to HERstory Matters.

As Executive Director of Impact Hub Baltimore, Dana leads a community of grassroots leaders and entrepreneurs while guiding strategy, fundraising, and organizational growth. Her work focuses on strengthening organizations and building pathways for sustainable impact.

With over two decades of experience across finance, operations, and capacity building, she brings a clear and practical lens to conversations around growth, structure, and long-term sustainability.

Her leadership reflects what it takes to build organizations that can adapt, scale, and remain grounded in community.

Join us as she shares insight on funding realities, organizational strength, and what leadership requires in this moment.

📍 March 12 | 6–8 PM | Stem & Vine
🎟 Register via link in bio or visit bit.ly/BLKHerstoryV

Space is limited and expected to reach full capacity—secure your seat today.

Be part of a conversation grounded in , , , and .

03/03/2026

𝓜𝓮𝓮𝓽 𝓞𝓾𝓻 𝓕𝓮𝓪𝓽𝓾𝓻𝓮𝓭 𝓢𝓹𝓮𝓪𝓴𝓮𝓻: Geri “Coach G” McCarter, Founder & Executive Director of Coach G Academy, Inc.

We’re honored to welcome Geri “Coach G” McCarter to HERstory Matters.

As Founder and Executive Director of Coach G Academy, Coach G leads work that supports young people through mentorship, leadership development, and community-based programming across Baltimore.

Her leadership gained national recognition through the NAACP Image Award-winning documentary STEP, and continues through her hands-on commitment to shifting outcomes for youth and families.

Grounded in community and lived experience, she brings a direct and honest perspective on what it takes to lead, serve, and show up consistently.

Join us as she shares insight on community leadership, youth development, and building impact from the ground up.

📍 March 12 | 6–8 PM | Stem & Vine
🎟 Register via link in bio or visit bit.ly/BLKHerstoryV

Space is limited and expected to reach full capacity—secure your seat today.

Be part of a conversation grounded in , , , and .

03/03/2026

𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫, 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

Join us on Thursday, March 12th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Stem & Vine for an evening centered on leadership, connection, and honest conversation. Light refreshments and beverages will be provided.

This year’s HERstory Matters brings together Black women leaders who are actively shaping the nonprofit sector and driving impact across Baltimore and beyond.

Featured Speakers
Dr. Nia Imani Fields, Executive Director, GreenLight Fund Baltimore
Dana Cole, Executive Director, Impact Hub Baltimore
Geri “Coach G” McCarter, Founder & Executive Director, Coach G Academy, Inc.

Black women continue to lead through shifting funding priorities, growing community needs, and increasing expectations. This space is designed for real conversation, shared perspective, and connection among those doing the work every day. The evening will center on power, sustainability, and what leadership requires right now, grounded in community, leadership, and equity.

Space is limited, and this event is expected to reach full capacity. Register now through the link in our bio or visit bit.ly/BLKHerstoryV

(BLK ED members may email [email protected] to receive their complimentary code.)

Join us for a night rooted in , , , and .

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