Kids in Need of Defense
In support of general operating support for KIND-Baltimore, which provides free legal representation to unaccompanied immigrant children and youth. KIND-Baltimore serves 500 youth each year, 25% of whom live in Baltimore City.
Maryland Citizens’ Health Initiative Education Fund, Inc.
In support of general operations for MCHI – Maryland’s largest and most diverse coalition of health care consumers – as it focuses on implementation of the Easy Enrollment Program, Health Equity Resource Communities, and Prescription Drug Affordability Board.
Maryland Consumer Rights Coalition, Inc.
In support of staffing and program costs for the Tenant Assistance program, which seeks to prevent evictions and provide case management for tenants, and increase awareness of rights and responsibilities among tenants and landlords.
Memorial Episcopal Church
In support of the St. Louis Project and its effort to transport 350 Afghan refugees – including artists, lawyers, female students and activists, and investigators – to the United States via charter flight and process refugees for humanitarian parole.
NPower, Inc.
In support of providing 150 young adults from underserved neighborhoods with IT certification training and paid internships in the IT industry. Within one year of graduating, participating students are employed with an average starting wage of $16 per hour.