Maryland Family Institute
2025 Friends of the Family Dinner
An Evening to Celebrate Family and Faith
The Maryland Family Institute invites you to the 2025 Friends of the Family Banquet, a gathering of leaders, supporters, and families committed to strengthening Maryland communities.
This year, we are honored to welcome Dr. Ben Carson, neurosurgeon, author, statesman, and former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, as our keynote speaker. His inspiring story of perseverance, faith, and leadership has impacted millions.
Featuring Dr. Ben Carson
Dr. Carson rose from poverty in Detroit to become one of the world’s leading neurosurgeons at Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he pioneered groundbreaking procedures such as the successful separation of conjoined twins. Over the course of his distinguished medical career, he earned international recognition for his skill and compassion in the operating room. Beyond medicine, he is the author of several bestselling books, including the widely acclaimed Gifted Hands, which chronicles his journey of faith, perseverance, and resilience. Dr. Carson has also served at the highest levels of public life, including as the 17th U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. Today, his life story continues to inspire generations to pursue excellence, grounded in determination, character, and unwavering faith.
Support Families, Strengthen Maryland
Why Your Support Matters
The Maryland Family Institute exists to equip families, influence policy, and inspire leaders to stand firm for biblical truth in our culture. Your participation in this dinner strengthens this mission and helps us continue to advocate for life, religious freedom, and strong families in Maryland. This banquet is a statement of unity and vision for a future where families thrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Attire for this event is Semi-Formal. For women, this means a cocktail dress, a sophisticated midi or knee-length dress, or a dressy jumpsuit. For men, it means a suit or sport coat with dress pants, a crisp dress shirt, and dress shoes.
Yes. All supporters and friends of MFI are welcome to purchase tickets to attend the dinner. In addition, those who are not yet contributors may attend as guests of those who have sponsored a table or purchased tickets for them.
The VIP Reception will take place at 6:00 PM, at the same time as the general reception. When you arrive and register, MFI staff will direct you to the location of your reception.
Diamond, Titanium, Platinum, and Gold sponsors receive VIP Reception tickets as part of their sponsorship benefits.
Yes. In addition to traditional payments of cash, check or credit card, MFI is able to accept gifts of appreciated stock or grants from their donor advised funds as payment. Please contact our office for instructions on how to process these types of gifts.
We ask every attendee to complete this field so we can confirm meal accommodations in advance. If you do not have any allergies or restrictions, simply type “None.” If you do have dietary needs, please provide details so we can serve you best.
Seats Are Limited — Reserve Yours Today!
A copy of the current financial statement of Maryland Family Institute is available by writing P.O. Box 1841, Annapolis MD 21404 or by calling 410-449-0444. Documents and information submitted under the Maryland Solicitations Act are also available, for the cost of postage and copies, from the Maryland Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis MD 21401, (410) 974-5534