Baltimore Nonprofit Operated Without City Funding
The organization FACE has operated for 25 years while receiving minimal public support.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Philanthropy
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For the past 25 years, the Baltimore-based nonprofit organization FACE has functioned without public city funding. The group has received less than $10,000 in public aid over two decades, relying instead on private contributions.
Why it matters
The funding disparity highlights local concerns over how federal relief dollars are distributed to non-governmental entities in Baltimore. A different organization led by a former school board member recently received $1 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds before being raided by the FBI.
Federal filings revealed the nonprofit raided by the FBI paid $400,000 to zero employees. Meanwhile, FACE has received less than $10,000 in public funding throughout its 25 years of operation.
The players
FACE
This is a Baltimore-based nonprofit organization managed by Marlo Hargrove.
Marlo Hargrove
Marlo Hargrove serves as the manager of the nonprofit organization FACE.
Federal Bureau of Investigation
The agency is the domestic intelligence and security service of the United States that recently raided a local nonprofit.
The details
Marlo Hargrove manages FACE, which continues to operate solely through private donations. Contrastingly, federal authorities raided a different city-funded nonprofit last week after it was awarded $1 million in federal COVID-19 relief.
Timeline
The nonprofit FACE has operated for 25 years without public funding.
Federal agents raided a separate nonprofit organization last week.
Market Landscape
This disparity in funding allocation reflects broader concerns regarding the oversight of COVID-19 relief distributions in local government. It underscores a competitive landscape where well-connected entities may secure significant federal grants compared to long-standing local organizations.
Residents may see increased scrutiny regarding how the city manages tax dollars and federal grants allocated to local nonprofits. This oversight could lead to more transparent reporting requirements for organizations seeking public assistance in the future.
The takeaway
Maintaining diversified funding streams remains critical for nonprofits seeking long-term operational stability. Organizations that rely exclusively on private support may avoid the complexities associated with public grant management and federal oversight.
Further reading
For additional context on charitable initiatives and fiscal transparency, visit the Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WBFF.
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