2024 Celebration of Philanthropy Program Book - Book - Page 30
Volunteer of the Year
Taylor
Pyles
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
Nominated by
The Blue Ribbon Project
You would never guess from Taylor Pyles' easy-going demeanor
and positive attitude the difficult childhood he endured.
Taylor, a victim of child abuse, who grew up in foster care, is
a powerful force who has made an encouraging difference for
hundreds of foster children in this community and beyond.
As a volunteer, Taylor has spent his adult life fighting for the
under-served population of abused and neglected children
so that they may have resources that he didn't have as a child
growing up in foster care. His determination, compassion, and
empathy have helped foster youth to have hope, feel loved and
cared for, and succeed even though their circumstances may at
times seem discouraging.
In addition to volunteering more than 40 hours a week at The
Blue Ribbon Project (BRP), which he founded in 2013, Taylor also
volunteers as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). As
a CASA volunteer Taylor is responsible for a child in the foster
care program and is the child's advocate in court hearings.
Taylor also works closely with the Anne Arundel County Foster
Parent Association providing space for them to host meetings
and trainings at BRP.
In addition to spending quality time with his own family, he’s
unwavering in his commitment to helping foster kids. For
example, you might find Taylor supervising foster children on
a weekend so foster parents can attend crucial meetings and
support groups. Taylor also spends many hours working closely
with local government agencies, such as Department of Social
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