On Saturday, February 4, 2017, 800+ guests got dressed to the nines and flooded the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel for the biggest Health Care for the Homeless fundraiser of the year – the Chocolate Affair.
ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL CHOCOLATE AFFAIR
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Baltimore Nighthawks make history with first-ever trip to National Championship
Pictured captured after Conference Championship win on July 12, 2025.
The Baltimore Nighthawks are making history.
On Saturday, the women’s tackle football team secured their first Women’s Football Alliance Eastern Conference Championship, earning a spot in the National Championship game at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Ohio on July 25.
This milestone caps off a monumental undefeated season and stands as a powerful statement about the rising strength and legitimacy of women’s tackle football.
Founded by Tanya Bryan, the Nighthawks welcome players aged 18 and older, regardless of prior football experience, and have spent 18 seasons building a culture of resilience, grit, and elite athleticism.
This season marks the long-awaited payoff after years of hard work and near-misses.
“It’s been a season of firsts. First undefeated season. First Conference Championship. We have taken Us vs Us to heart,” said Bryan. “ We are raising the bar on what women’s tackle looks like. Our fans have supported us through highs and lows. Seeing them celebrating in the stands was truly amazing. Hugging my team after the final buzzer is a moment I will never forget. Tears of joy after back-to-back-to-back seasons of just missing it. I’ve never been more proud of my team for how they played, the character and professionalism they have shown, and the support of one another.”
Nighthawks Captain Anna Melton #14
Relationship spans five years of promoting financial success throughout Maryland
BALTIMORE, April 11, 2025 – The Baltimore Nighthawks announced the extension of PNC Bank’s corporate sponsorship agreement through the 2025 season. The relationship is now entering its fifth year and supports the Nighthawks’ goal of providing a safe environment that enables women to learn and apply the principles of teamwork, discipline, dedication and sportsmanship.
“Many Maryland small business owners have been forced to get creative while navigating higher costs for supplies, material shortages, staffing shortages, loss of event venues, and other property. Costs for facilities have doubled over the last four years,” said Tanya Bryan, CEO of the Baltimore Nighthawks. “To have the consistent support of PNC Bank is something for which we are forever grateful.”
Since inception, the Baltimore Nighthawks focused on facilitating the development of strength and character in team members and throughout the organization. The team believes in actively participating in the community to support various charities and youth programs. The Nighthawks’ belief in community engagement and personal development is closely aligned with PNC’s focus and values, in addition to providing opportunities to expand the team’s network and participate in discussions with other business owners and community members engaged with the bank.
The Nighthawks will continue to work with PNC to promote financial education and success. “PNC is proud to continue supporting these professional women performing at the highest levels of their sport, while together we promote financial success throughout Maryland,” said Laura Gamble, PNC regional president for Greater Maryland. “As a coast-to-coast franchise with a local focus, we will work to help this exciting club achieve brilliant results both on and off the field.”
PNC Bank PNC Bank, National Association, is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com.
Baltimore Nighthawks The Baltimore Nighthawks are a member of the Women’s Football Alliance (WFA). The league was established in 2009 and has become the world’s largest competitive women’s tackle football league. Our 17th season ended with a post season loss in Atlanta. For Season 18, our goals are clearer than ever. It’s time to build off last season’s success and finish the year in Canton, Ohio. We are ready to celebrate with the Baltimore Nighthawks Nation! For information on the Baltimore Nighthawks, please visit www.BaltimoreNighthawks.com. Engage with us on X @BNighthawks, and on Instagram and Facebook at Baltimore Nighthawks.