Advocacy Update 2026

DDA Advocacy in Annapolis Update As we continue to monitor developments at the state level regarding the FY 27 budget restraints, we want to provide an important update on the Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) budget cuts and what they mean for...

Annual Fundraiser A Success

Our annual Chesterwye Foundation fundraiser “Thank Our Lucky Stars” was held Saturday, March 14th, 2026 at Silver Swan Bayside, Stevensville, MD.  This year’s event was spearheaded by Co-Chairs Wheeler Baker and Kathy Dubel, with an all star...

Foundation Fundraiser Planning Underway

The fundraising committee at the Chesterwye Foundation has been busy preparing for their annual fundraiser supporting the Chesterwye Center. Planning Committee Co-Chairs, Wheeler Baker and Kathy Dubel, have led a team of volunteers bringing new ideas and life to this...

Celebrating Our 2025 Successes

As we come to the close of another year, I want to take a moment to reflect on how far we have come together. This year has been a time of growth, strengthening our foundation, and expanding the quality of support we provide to the individuals and families who depend...

Niles in Flight

Recently, Pray Aviation made a special experience possible for our Chesterwye Center friend Niles, who at 92 continues to live out his lifelong passion of airplanes. His love of planes includes both vintage and modern planes. His joy from the experience delights us...

Replacement of Ringgold Home

The Chesterwye Foundation is now raising funds to support the replacement of the Ringgold House, located in Grasonville, MD. Why Is This Important? After extensive reserach and experience working in the Grasonville area, it was determined that instead of extensive...