This spring, the Women’s Initiative Network (WIN) for Kennedy Krieger Institute is proud to introduce Hope in Bloom, a signature event debuting at the M&T Bank Exchange.

Hope in the Bloom for Kennedy Krieger. Friday May 8, 2026. 7-11 pm. M&T Bank Exchange.

A vibrant and elegant cocktail-style celebration, the event will bring together WIN members, community supporters, and philanthropic leaders to honor connection, renewal, and the transformative power of giving. Guests will experience an unforgettable evening featuring a strolling dinner with creative passed fare, small plate stations and craft cocktails, amid a backdrop of one of the most stunning and historic venues in Baltimore.

The atmosphere will be energetic and social, with plenty of opportunities to mix, mingle, and celebrate the transformative work of Kennedy Krieger Institute and the vital role WIN’s philanthropic leadership plays in advancing education, research, and care for children and families.

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You can help build a place where healing begins with play.

By supporting Hope in Bloom, you will directly fund The Fairmount Toddler and Preschool playground; a new fully-accessible playground for children age 0-5, served by Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Fairmount Rehabilitation programs. Your generosity will transform an empty space into a therapeutic environment where some of our youngest children can build strength, confidence, and joy through play.

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