The Blue Ribbon Project

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The Blue Ribbon Project's Mission is to prevent all forms of child abuse and provide critical support to victims of abuse and neglect. abused child with teddy bear
We are a 501(c) (3) charitable organization that is volunteer supported and directly serves abused and neglected children right here in our community. We are currently serving throughout the state of Maryland.
Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention
Supporting Child in Foster Care
The Blue Ribbon Project1d ago
We are up to more than 100 Silent Auction items and 18 sponsors (and counting, for both)! Check them out, donate an item, buy a sponsorship or tickets, or just sign up to bid online remotely @ https://zurl.co/TjTKS - and THANKS for your support of our major fundraiser!đź’™
The Blue Ribbon Project5d ago

A former school employee in Anne Arundel County has been indicted on child sex abuse charges, according to recent reports. This case highlights the importance of swift investigations and community vigilance in protecting children. Schools and families play key roles in prevention. Read our full article for details and reporting guidance. Stay informed to keep kids safe. #ChildSafety #PreventAbuse

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The Blue Ribbon ProjectMar 11

Up to 46% of youth who age out of foster care experience homelessness by age 26. These outcomes can change when communities step forward. Learn more about how The Blue Ribbon Project supports older foster youth. #FosterCare #AgingOut

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The Blue Ribbon ProjectMar 11

“Hospital overstays” aren’t just a hospital problem—they’re a child welfare capacity problem. Maryland is debating new oversight and rapid-response tools in 2026. The key question: will reforms create real, licensed placements fast enough for kids who can’t wait? #FosterCare #ChildSafety #Maryland

https://zurl.co/eSB60

The Blue Ribbon ProjectMar 8
Fence & Deck Connection donated 100s of Child Abuse Prevention Month pinwheels for us to hand out at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade! Peter & Nicolette, along with a group from Union Church, were a HUGE help in getting them assembled and bagged up for our volunteers to distribute!
The Blue Ribbon ProjectMar 8

March is National Social Work Month. More than 810,000 social workers across the U.S. uplift, defend, and transform lives every day — especially for children and families who need it most. #SocialWorkMonth

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The Blue Ribbon ProjectMar 7

A new Maryland bill would require all childcare workers to complete mandatory training on recognizing and reporting child abuse. House Bill 1034 was inspired by a devastating Baltimore County daycare case. Read more on our website.

#ChildAbusePrevention #ProtectChildren #Maryland
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The Blue Ribbon Project - Maryland Lawmakers Consider Mandatory Child Abuse Training for Childcare Providers After Daycare Abuse Case Shakes Baltimore County

Maryland House Bill 1034 would require mandatory child abuse training for all childcare providers. Learn how this bill emerged and what it means for children.

The Blue Ribbon ProjectMar 5
To all the wonderful Department of Social Services workers who show up every day for the foster families and youth you serve and support, THANK YOU - The Blue Ribbon Project values our DSS partners throughout Maryland and wishes you all Happy Social Work Month!đź’™
The Blue Ribbon ProjectFeb 28
We had a wonderful time welcoming Girl Scout Troop 4215 to the Blue Ribbon Project! Thank you for spending your time packing Backpacks of Love and for your generous donation of Girl Scout cookies and brand-new books. Your kindness, teamwork, and giving hearts will make a meaningful difference for the youth we serve. We are so grateful for community partners like you who show up and make an impact!đź’™
The Blue Ribbon ProjectFeb 28

Maryland's Kanaiyah's Law would ban hotel placements for foster youth, require background checks for guardians, and create an independent child welfare advocate. The bill has 50+ co-sponsors. Read why it matters.

https://zurl.co/iOq4V

The Blue Ribbon Project - A Child in State Care, a System Under Scrutiny: The Story of Kanaiyah Ward and the Law That Bears Her Name

Kanaiyah Ward, 16, died in a Baltimore hotel while in state care. Her story exposed systemic DHS failures and sparked Maryland's landmark Kanaiyah's Law.