By-Laws & Nominating: On the odd years this committee serves to present a nominating slate to the board of directors. On even years and during times when elections are not being held, this committee serves to review and offer revisions to the by-laws.

Chair: Helen Nicholson

Advisor: John Bertulis

Education & Training: This committee serves to aid in education and training of all Resource Families in the state of Maryland.

Chair: Sam Macer

Advisor: Donna Brennan

Finance: Chaired by the Treasurer, the Finance committee serves to research different financial opportunities including grant applications and fundraising.

Chair: Arnold Eby

Advisor: Brenda Sponsky

Legislation & Advocacy: This committee follows legislation, provides commentary and testimony as needed and advocates for all Resource Families in Maryland.

Chair: Arnold Eby

Advisor: John Bertulis

Membership & Outreach: The Membership and Outreach committee serves to support the members of the MFPA and help develop support groups or associations in jurisdictions where such representation may not be present.

Chair: Sam Macer

Advisor: John Bertulis

Public Relations: This committee serves many purposes including fundraising, event planning, and customer service.

Chair: Doreen Hochlowski

Advisor: Brenda Sponsky

Retention & Recruitment: The Recruitment and Retention committee seeks to enhance the recruitment and retention practices for all Resource Families in the State.

Chair: Vacant

Advisor: Brenda Sponsky

Executive Committee: The executive committee consists of the President, President-Elect, Vice-President, Treasurer, Assistant Treasurer, and Secretary of the MFPA.

Ad Hoc Committees:

Website Development: Develop and maintain mdkids1.org website.

Chair: Debbie Mills

Advisor(s): John Bertulis & Brenda Sponsky

Policy & Procedure

Chair: Helen Nicholson

Advisor: John Bertulis

Conference Committee

Chair: Cathy Goldsborough