Past Grants

The Book Thing of Baltimore, Inc.

For general support of expenses related to the distribution of free books to students and adults in Baltimore City.

The Bridgespan Group, Inc.

Toward first phase of research and consulting for the Baltimore Promise Collective Impact cradle to career education initiative.

The Center for Education Reform

Toward the Charter School Resource Fund to support the development of charter schools in Baltimore City.

The Community School

Certified in 2014 as a small non-public diploma-awarding high school, The Community School in Remington has successfully served students who have failed in Baltimore City Public Schools for over 30 years. This storefront school provides up to 24 14-19 year olds with an accelerated academic and mentoring high school program that reinforces basic skills, while individualized instruction builds knowledge and skills for college, competitive employment, and community contribution. Over 40 volunteers work individually with students, and The Community School boasts a daily attendance above 95% and a college enrollment rate of 65%.

The Community School

Certified in 2014 as a small non-public diploma-awarding high school, The Community School in Remington has successfully served struggling students who have failed in Baltimore City Public Schools for over 30 years. This storefront school provides up to 22 14-19 year olds with an interdisciplinary academic and mentoring high school program that reinforces basic skills, while individualized instruction builds knowledge and skills for college, competitive employment, and community contribution. Over 40 volunteers support teachers and work individually with students. The Community School boasts a daily attendance above 95% and a college enrollment rate of 65%.