Past Grants

Maryland Citizens’ Health Initiative Education Fund, Inc.

Toward expenses to fund a reception at the Governor’s Mansion in recognition of the accomplishments of the Maryland Health Care Coalition.

Baltimore Homeless Services, Inc.

Capital funding toward the development of a housing and resource center for homeless persons at 620 Fallsway. In response to the increasing number of homeless individuals in Baltimore City, the center will offer housing accommodations and case management for up to 275 homeless individuals at any one time.

Maryland Food Bank

For continued support and expansion of the School Pantry Program to 84 Baltimore City public schools. In exchange for volunteering in the schools, needy parents receive free bags of food when their monthly food stamps run out. Over the course of the school year, counselors connect participating parents to other community resources and soup kitchens, food pantries, and shelters in the immediate area. The parents are encouraged to attend nutrition education classes.

Baltimore Stars Coalition/AAU

For continued support of the volunteer-operated Baltimore Stars Basketball Program for 120 inner-city boys, ages 8 to 17. The program provides opportunities to compete in AAU state and national basketball tournaments. In addition to teaching basketball skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship, the Stars program provides educational support for players, including mentoring, tutoring, and SAT preparation.

Mission Possible Ministries, Inc.

For electrical upgrades, fencing, and backyard concrete for three existing transitional houses that provide housing for 27 homeless men in West Baltimore. Residents are encouraged to develop life and job skills and work toward self-sufficiency.