Special Olympics Maryland
Special Olympics Maryland is a statewide, year-round sports program for Maryland's citizens with mental retardation and/or closely related development disabilities. The program fosters many positive qualities for the athletes who compete in these events.
The programs developed by the Special Olympics Maryland are free to all athletes who are eligible to compete. This is all made possible by the generous support of individuals and corporations. Competitions and training take place throughout the entire year, with 18 different sports to choose from. More than 8,000 athletes compete throughout Maryland in the Special Olympics local programs.
To find out more about Special Olympics Maryland, volunteer opportunities or contribution information call (800) 541-7544, or visit their website at www.somd.org.
We Care and Friends
We Care and Friends is a non-profit volunteer organization that offers assistance to the homeless and those in need. The organization services those who are without resources in the communities surrounding the city of Annapolis.
The organization is run by long time Annapolitan Larry Griffin, whose main goal is getting Annapolis communities involved in positive activities. The organization has many success stories including the annual Thanksgiving dinner, which feeds over 3,000 people, and the annual Christmas Toy Drive, supplying over 500 families in need. The organization also supports those in need with shelter problems, family problems, substance abuse, spouse/child abuse or those just in need of a friend.
For more information on becoming a friend of We Care, please call (410) 295-5223.
The Johns Hopkins Cleft & Craniofacial Center
This organization brings together some of the top pediatric specialists in many different disciplines to create a team that specializes in treating young patients with craniofacial anomalies. This interdisciplinary team works with referring pediatricians to provide expert medical care for patients with anomalies of the brain, skull and face.
The team's long history of success and experience make the Center a top choice for patients not only in the region, but internationally as well. The Center also emphasizes communication with patients, attending to both the physical and emotional needs of patients and their families.
Each year approximately 650 babies and children receive treatment at the Johns Hopkins Craniofacial Center. For additional information, appointments or referrals call (410) 955-2136.
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