BCF's mission focuses on enhancing the quality of life within the community by supporting programs that directly improve the educational, social, and economic outcomes of its residents. They place a significant emphasis on early childhood education, seeking to empower Baltimore City and County’s youngest learners and their families with a strong foundation for future success.
The grant program is centered on bolstering organizations that offer support to LGBTQ youth. It emphasizes addressing the challenges faced by this community through a comprehensive, responsive philanthropic effort. Utilizing an advisory committee to steer its grantmaking, the fund's primary objectives include enhancing the well-being, safety, and opportunities for LGBTQ young individuals. In its inaugural grant round, the fund awarded a total of $91,100 to seven organizations, demonstrating a commitment to activities that nurture and empower LGBTQ youth.