Propelled by the belief that thriving, connected families are key to vibrant communities, the Downtown Baltimore Family Alliance fosters and promotes family life in Baltimore's city center.


As an independent, nonprofit alliance, we partner with local government, business, and nonprofit organizations to develop family-wise programs and policies, including initiatives for strong public schools and early childhood programs, enhanced public safety and environmental quality, and expanded recreational and cultural opportunities. We further endeavor to cultivate community by connecting families with one another and with the resources to take full advantage of life in downtown Baltimore.
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DBFA Hires Executive Director

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

DBFA is pleased to announce the hire of Elizabeth Kidd as its executive director commencing November 18, 2009. Ms. Kidd comes to DBFA with eight years of experience in the non-profit sector, with a focus on resource development. This background includes a position in external relations with the Civic Education Project, an international non-profit organization based in Washington, D.C., and three years as a Peace Corps volunteer in Romania. She joins DBFA after serving as the grants manager for Port Discovery Children's Museum in downtown Baltimore.

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DBFA Hires Executive Director
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Come Skate With Us at DBFA Members’ Only Valentine’s Party

Membership has its benefits! Join DBFA and its members on February 13 at the DiPietro Family Skating Center in Patterson Park for a morning of music, Valentine’s Day crafts, hot chocolate, a warm toasty fire, and of course, ice skating!

Non-skaters will create Valentines and crafts with the JCC while older kids (and adults) tread over special pink ice. Complimentary coffee and hot chocolate from Donna's and goodies from Whole Foods will be served. Admission is free, and skate rental—including training bars and toddler sizes—is $2 per skater.

If you are not already a member, consider joining or renewing your membership online in time for DBFA’s newest annual event!

Register here.

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