Events
The Maryland Right to Life Banquet
You’re invited to attend the annual Maryland Right to Life Banquet on Thursday, October 15, 2026 in Annapolis, MD. VIP Reception to begin at 5:30 PM. Fellowship, Dinner, and Program: 6:00- 9:00 PM.
At this year’s Banquet, keynote speaker Sarah Zagorski Jones, an abortion survivor, will share her miraculous and inspiring personal story. Guests will be briefed on the latest pro-life news and legislative updates. Several awards will be presented recognizing distinguished pro-life Marylanders who have made an extraordinary impact in their communities and across our state. The dress code is business attire.
Sponsorship packages are available for individuals, businesses, churches, schools, and other organizations. Thank you for your support!
Students, clergy, and pregnancy center workers are eligible to receive 25% off the price of admission. Please email info@mdrtl.org to request a discount code.
2026 Banquet Reservation & Sponsorship Flyer
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About our Speaker
Against all odds, Sarah Zagorski Jones miraculously survived an induction abortion and was born alive at 26 weeks. The abortionist advised leaving her for dead. At 16 months old, she was placed in the foster care system. Foster care is where she experienced pro-life convictions in practice through a loving family committed to her care. Sarah was adopted at 9 years old and her adoptive parents remain an active part of her life. Her story of survival is a powerful reminder that every life is worth fighting for!
Sarah’s journey has been featured on Fox News, CBN, and CNN, on radio including NPR, and in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Associated Press, National Review, The Hill, Washington Examiner, LifeNews, and more. Today, Sarah serves as the Senior Director of Communications for Americans United for Life.
2026 Theme: “Against All Odds”
Against all odds, Sarah Zagorski Jones miraculously survived an abortion. That was never supposed to happen.
Against all odds, Maryland Right to Life perseveres in educating the public, engaging communities, impacting public policy, organizing local chapters, equipping pro-life citizens, sharing resources, and changing hearts and minds. It’s not always easy to stand up for life in a state like Maryland. But against all odds, we are making a difference!
Reserve your seat today!
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2026 BANQUET SPONSORS
Thank you to our Maryland Right to Life Banquet 2026 sponsors! Your generosity allows us to carry out our pro-life mission and maximize our impact. Special events like the annual Maryland Right to Life Banquet would not be possible without your loyal support.
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Proceeds benefit the life-affirming work of Maryland Right to Life, Inc.
Your support of the Maryland Right to Life Banquet will benefit the organization’s educational programs, legislative advocacy, special events, outreach initiatives, student activities, chapter development, and more. Because our mission involves working to reform public policy, including lobbying, donations to Maryland Right to Life, Inc. (C4) are not tax-deductible. However, if you would prefer your contribution be a tax-deductible gift to the Maryland Right to Life Foundation (C3) and earmarked for educational purposes only, please contact us for assistance.
If you have any questions, please email: info@mdrtl.org or call: 410-269-6397
BY AUTHORITY OF MARYLAND RIGHT TO LIFE, INC., RICK BOWERS, TREASURER
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Monthly Webinar Series
Every fourth Tuesday of the month, Maryland Right to Life offers a free, educational webinar at 7:00 PM over Zoom. Each month features a guest speaker on a timely issue facing the pro-life movement in Maryland and beyond. So far in the series, we have heard from policy experts and activists on the frontlines on topics like assisted suicide, disability rights, pro-life student activism, the impact of the Dobbs decision, conscience protections, and religious freedom. Learn more.
Stay tuned for updates regarding October’s webinar.
Save the date for our next webinar:
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Stay tuned for more details!
Previous Webinars:
September 2026– Topic: Back to School: Pro-Life Activism on Campus
Guest Speaker: Liz Mooney, youth activist and student leader at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, MD
August 2026– Topic: Assisted Suicide
Guest Speakers: Melissa Ortiz, disability rights activist, former presidential appointee, and founder of Capability Consulting, and Lori Kehoe, former Congressional lobbyist on medical ethics and New York State Right to Life educational trustee
July 2026– Topic: Religious Freedom and Conscience Protections
Guest Speaker: Lorna Henry, J.D., Pacific Justice Institute attorney based in Maryland
June 2026– Topic: Marking the 4th Anniversary of the Dobbs Decision
Guest Speaker: Helen Alvaré, J.D., distinguished pro-life author, legal scholar, commentator, and professor at the Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University
Upcoming Events List
September 15- October 15, 2026: Hispanic Heritage Month
Wednesday, September 23- Sunday, November 1, 2026: Fall 40 Days for Life Campaign
September 30- October 4, 2026: Calvert County Right to Life
Calvert County Right to Life will have an educational booth at the annual Calvert County Fair in Prince Frederick, MD. Contact Buzz at calvert@mdrtl.org for more information.
October 1-31, 2026: Respect Life Month and Down Syndrome Awareness Month
Saturday, October 3, 2026: Maryland Right to Life
Maryland Right to Life will be an exhibitor at the inaugural Catholic Men of Delmarva Conference at St. Mark’s High School in Wilmington, Delaware from 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM. To learn more about this event, visit delmarvacatholic.org.
Saturday, October 3, 2026: Centro Tepeyac Pro-Life Fair
Centro Tepeyac Women’s Center will host a pro-life fair from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM in Silver Spring to bring together pro-life groups, church ministries, and other local pregnancy resources for a day of conversation, networking, and fellowship. Meet the advocates at Centro Tepeyac, learn about their services, and join the effort to strengthen the local support network for mothers and babies in need. Register here.
Sunday, October 4, 2026: Respect Life Sunday and Life Chain
The annual Life Chain demonstrations will take place nationwide in conjunction with Respect Life Sunday. To find a Life Chain near you, click here.
Thursday, October 15, 2026: Maryland Right to Life Banquet
Join us for the annual Maryland Right to Life Banquet in Annapolis with abortion survivor Sarah Zagorski Jones as our keynote speaker. The Banquet runs from 6:00- 9:00 PM with a VIP reception starting at 5:30 PM. Proceeds benefit the life-affirming work of Maryland Right to Life, Inc. Reserve your seats here. Need assistance with your reservation or have questions about sponsorships or advertising? Email us: info@mdrtl.org.
Saturday, October 17, 2026: Caroline County Right to Life
Caroline County Right to Life will participate in the Fall Festival at Jeremiah 29:11 Farms (3443 Choptank Rd) in Preston, MD. The event runs from 1:00- 4:00 PM and is geared toward families with completely free bouncy houses, hay rides, homemade apple cider, pumpkins, and more! Contact Tom for more information: caroline@mdrtl.org.
October 22-29, 2026: In-Person Early Voting
In-person early voting for the 2026 midterm elections runs October 22-29, 2026. One of the most important ways we can be a voice for the voiceless is by voting! Learn more.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026: Maryland Right to Life Webinar
Mark your calendars for the October installment in our ongoing monthly webinar series. The hour-long educational webinar will be offered for free over Zoom starting at 7:00 PM. Stay tuned for the announcement of the topic and guest speaker! For more details, click here.
November 2026: National Adoption Month
Tuesday, November 3, 2026: Election Day
The final day to make your voice heard in the 2026 elections! Click here for information about candidates, endorsements by Right to Life PAC of Maryland, ballot questions, and more.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026: Maryland Family Institute
Join our pro-life allies and friends at the Maryland Family Institute for their 2nd Annual Friends of the Family Dinner at the Westin BWI Airport on November 17th. The event’s keynote speaker will be Chief Kelvin Cochran. For more information, visit marylandfamily.org.
Friday, January 22, 2027: The March for Life- Washington, DC
Join thousands of pro-life advocates of all ages in our nation’s capital for the annual March for Life. For more information: marchforlife.org
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Get involved with a local Maryland Right to Life chapter in your area. Check out the events on the Community Calendar and reach out using the Chapter Directory. Shoot us an email if you have an event that you would like us to consider adding to the calendar: info@mdrtl.org