This Giving Tuesday, Help Us Invest in the Next Generation of Accounting & Finance Professionals
GivingTuesday, observed on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, is a global movement that inspires acts of generosity and community support. It is a day dedicated to the idea that individuals and organizations can work together to create meaningful change.
For the MACPA Foundation, Giving Tuesday is a powerful reminder of why our mission matters. Everything we do—from awarding scholarships, to preparing emerging leaders, to celebrating the achievements of new CPAs—is made possible because individuals choose to give. Your generosity fuels the programs, events, and resources that strengthen the pipeline of accounting and finance professionals in Maryland.
Scholarships That Remove Barriers
Financial barriers should never stand in the way of a student’s ambition. Donations to the MACPA Foundation make it possible to award academic scholarships, provide CPA exam preparation support, and reduce the cost burden on candidates working toward licensure. These scholarships help students stay on track, build momentum, and enter the profession with confidence. Your contribution helps aspiring professionals take meaningful steps forward.
Hear from a scholarship recipient:
" I wanted to write and thank you and the MACPA for your support along my journey to becoming a CPA. I have recently passed all exams and been issued my CPA license which is such an exhilarating and pivotal moment for me. Being selected as a recipient for the CPA Exam scholarship award helped to relieve a significant portion of the financial burden that this endeavor posed and allowed me to focus more on my studies and worry less about the financial aspect. I am ever so appreciative for the assistance and wanted to share with you my gratitude as well as the exciting news." - Heather Miceli
Programs That Build Career-Ready, Future-Ready Leaders
The Foundation supports programming that helps students discover and develop their path within the accounting profession. Student Leadership Academy events introduce students to career possibilities, connect them with professionals, and offer meaningful experiences that support résumé building, networking, and personal growth. These programs foster confidence and career readiness at a critical stage. Donations ensure that more students can participate and benefit each year.
Mentorship That Shapes Professional Journeys
The MACPA Mentorship Program thrives because of the generosity of donors who believe in the transformative power of mentorship. Through this program, students and young professionals are matched with experienced CPAs who provide guidance, encouragement, and practical career insight. This personalized support has a lasting impact on the trajectory of those entering the profession. Your gift helps sustain and expand this vital network.
Classroom Outreach That Sparks Early Interest
Early exposure to the accounting profession has the power to change a student’s understanding of what is possible. Donations make it possible for CPAs to visit classrooms across Maryland, share their professional stories, and help students visualize a future in accounting and finance. These interactions often serve as a student’s first introduction to the profession and can spark interest that leads to long-term career exploration. Your support helps bring these moments to more classrooms.
Celebrating the Future of the Profession
Your generosity also ensures that the Foundation can recognize and celebrate excellence within the profession. The Women to Watch Awards honor both emerging leaders and accomplished professionals who are making an impact on Maryland’s accounting community. The Newly Licensed CPA Swearing-In Ceremony celebrates the newest members of the profession and welcomes them into a community committed to their success. These events shine a light on achievement, leadership, and growth—and they are made possible through support from donors like you.
How You Can Support the Foundation This Giving Tuesday
There are many meaningful ways to give. A one-time donation helps fund scholarships and programs that students need today. A recurring monthly donation provides stable, dependable support that allows the Foundation to plan and grow its outreach efforts. A legacy or planned gift creates long-term impact by supporting the next generation of accounting and finance professionals for years to come.
Every scholarship awarded, every student inspired, every mentor connection formed, and every new CPA celebrated is a direct result of someone choosing to give. This Giving Tuesday, your gift can help the MACPA Foundation continue opening doors, creating opportunities, and strengthening the accounting profession for the future.
The next generation of professionals is ready to step forward—and your support helps make that possible.
Donate today and help us build the future of the accounting profession.