United Way of Central Maryland delays grant payouts, lays off staff amid $3M cash shortfall

United Way of Central Maryland has reported a $3 million deficit, delaying grant payments to nonprofit recipients across Baltimore City and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford, and Howard counties, Maryland. The reported news story centers on the organization’s previously announced United for Good Nonprofit Resiliency Grants, which support nonprofits addressing basic needs during ongoing economic instability. While some recipients have been paid, others, including Women’s Housing Coalition in Baltimore, Maryland, are still awaiting promised funding. United Way said all outstanding grant payments will be made by the end of the month as it restructures operations, including laying off 20 employees, to stabilize finances and sustain community impact.