Past Grants

University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center

Toward a feasibility study of a beverage container deposit program in Maryland. The study will quantify the costs of litter, waste, and greenhouse gas emissions associated with beverage containers; analyze potential incentive programs to divert containers from the waste streams; review experiences of other states; and recommend appropriate program components to maximize benefits for Maryland.

Baltimore Harbor Waterkeeper

For support of an aeration system pilot study as part of an effort to protect and restore the water quality of the Baltimore harbor. The study will report on the effectiveness of the use of aeration in reducing and eliminating dead zones within the Inner Harbor, as well as recommend the size and scope of aeration systems necessary to make a difference in oxygenation levels within the Chesapeake Bay and address problems of water quality and habitat protection in the Bay.

Moveable Feast, Inc.

Toward the purchase and installation of a back-up generator, additional shelving systems, and security cameras to enhance the facility’s state-of-the-art kitchen. Movable Feast provides nutritionally appropriate meals, groceries, and counseling to homebound persons living with HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening illnesses. The kitchen also serves as a setting for job training in the culinary skills for the unemployed and underemployed.

Baltimore Neighborhood Collaborative

For continued support of the Foreclosure Prevention and Mitigation Services initiative designed to increase the capacity of community development organizations in targeted neighborhoods. Support includes pre- and post-purchase counseling and legal assistance.

National Wildlife Federation

Toward support of a feasibility study of offshore wind farms within Maryland. The purpose of the research is to assess economic benefits of offshore wind energy for the launch of a large-scale grassroots outreach effort.