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211 Maryland Partners with MEMA for #MDListo Text Alert Program in Spanish
The Maryland Emergency Management (MEMA) announced today it has expanded its existing text alert program, #MdReady, in partnership with 211-MD so users can receive text alerts in Spanish. #MdReady allows people to opt in to receive updates, tips, and alerts about COVID-19 and other threats and hazards affecting or that may affect Maryland. #MdListo is…
Read MoreEpisode 4: Maryland Veteran Resources and Services
David Galloway of Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans is our guest on episode 4 of “What’s the 211?”. He’s a Veteran himself and knows what it’s like to navigate the system for help. He joins Quinton Askew, President & CEO of 211 Maryland. Show Notes 1:14 What is Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans? The program focuses on…
Read MoreEpisode 3: A Conversation With Rezility
Rezility is a free app that connects Marylanders and partner agencies with resources. It’s powered by Enterprise and their family of companies including an affordable housing company. Karrima Muhammad, Senior Manager of Resident Services, spoke with Quinton Askew, president and CEO of 211 Maryland. Show Notes 1:26 What is Rezility? Rezility is a free app…
Read MoreEpisode 2: What Is 211?
What is 211? That’s the question we answer in this episode of “What’s the 211.” We’re talking with Brandi Nieland, Director of the United Way of Central Maryland, and Elaine Pollack, Information and Certified Referral Specialist for the 2-1-1 Helpline at the United Way, which is a member of the 211 Call Center Network. We talk…
Read MoreEpisode 1: A Conversation With The Governor’s Office Of Community Initiatives
The Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives talks about the ways they work with the community, including partnerships, events and connections. The Executive Director, Steve McAdams, and Chief of Staff, Winston Wilkinson, talk with Quinton Askew, president and CEO of 211 Maryland. Show Notes 1:37 About the Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives (GOCI) Learn how the…
Read MoreTwilio.org Announces Second Round of Grants Supporting Nonprofits Engaged in Crisis Communications
Twilio.org has awarded an additional $3.65 million in grants to 26 United States and global nonprofits, including 211 Maryland, to help expand their impact by enabling life-saving crisis communications.
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