Though a new report is on the way, the 2022 Community Needs Assessment, Poverty Amidst Plenty VII: Moving Forward Together, remains a valuable resource for Anne Arundel County. The purpose of this report is to provide an overview of the issues in Anne Arundel County that impact the economy and quality of life. The eighth edition of the Community Needs Assessment is scheduled for release in September 2025.
Hear key findings directly from Dr. Pamela Brown, lead author and data expert, at one (or all) of CFAAC’s in-person 2025 public presentations:
Each presentation is free and open to the public. Registered attendees receive a complimentary printed copy of the eighth edition. Additional copies are available for purchase, and the full report remains available online.
The CFAAC Community Needs Assessment is intended to increase knowledge and awareness and to frame informed discussions about persistent local trends and needs. It is both a tool and a call to action—designed to support those committed to continuous improvement in their efforts to strengthen Anne Arundel County.
Nonprofits, community advocates, the faith community, volunteers, business leaders, elected officials, policymakers, government agencies, foundations, individual philanthropists, professional advisors, and others can use this report to identify priorities, shape strategies, and develop implementation plans with measurable goals that benefit everyone in the county.
CFAAC provides the Community Needs Assessment at no cost to our community as a trusted, objective resource for data-informed decision making. Consider supporting the cost of the needs assessment with a gift to CFAAC. Please include “needs assessments” in the notes to ensure your contribution is allocated appropriately.
Printed copies of the 2022 report are available for pick-up at our office. The first hard copy is free; additional copies are $18 each. There is no limit to digital downloads. To arrange a pick-up, please call us at 410-280-1102. CFAAC is located at 900 Bestgate Road, Suite 400, Annapolis, MD 21401.