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Collectivism plays a vital role in fostering economic development, sustainability, and social cohesion within communities. 

Powered by The Butterfly Effect, the Claude C. Thornton Foundation elevates wellbeing through collective action and economics.
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The Claude C. Thornton Foundation

The Claude C Thornton Foundation is a 501C3 nonprofit organization focused on elevating individual and community wellbeing through collective action and economics. Most notably, the CCT Foundation hosts an annual Blossoms Blooming Brunch to honor community mentors and offers the $1,000 Clarinet Scholarship to rising sophomores studying STEM or related fields. The Foundation also hosts the Greater Baltimore Climate Summit! 
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Foundation Events

  • Building Greater Baltimore Momentum for Equitable Climate Solutions
    Building Greater Baltimore Momentum for Equitable Climate Solutions
    Wed, Apr 16
    Virtual Webinar
    Apr 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
    Virtual Webinar
    The Greater Baltimore Climate Summit (GBCS) is designed to be more than just an event—it is a catalyst for action.
  • Greater Baltimore Climate Summit
    Greater Baltimore Climate Summit
    Tue, Nov 12
    Rita Rossi Colwell Center
    Nov 12, 2024, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Rita Rossi Colwell Center, 701 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD 21202, USA
    Come together on November 12th at the Rita Rossi Colwell Center to address Baltimore’s most pressing environmental issues and climate initiatives!
  • The Third Annual Blossoms Blooming Brunch
    The Third Annual Blossoms Blooming Brunch
    Sun, Oct 13
    Location is TBD
    Oct 13, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    Each year, an Annual Blossoms Blooming Brunch is held where young women, known as Blossoms, come together to celebrate and honor their mentors, Honorees, who have contributed to their academic, professional, emotional, and spiritual growth.
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The Greater Baltimore Metro Area

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