The founders of Maryland were primarily the Calvert family, particularly Cecilius Calvert, the second Lord Baltimore. He received a charter from King Charles I in 1632 to establish a colony as a refuge for English Catholics facing persecution. The colony was named after Queen Henrietta Maria, the king's wife. In 1634, Cecilius Calvert sent his brother, Leonard Calvert, to lead the first settlers to Maryland. They arrived at St. Mary's City, where they established the first permanent settlement. Maryland became known for its policy of religious tolerance, attracting various religious groups, including Catholics and Protestants.