Past Grants

Healthy Neighborhoods, Inc.

For general support of a partnership of banks, foundations, government agencies, and community organizations committed to strengthening ten underserved neighborhoods. The intent is to increase home values, market the communities, create high standards for property improvement, and increase the level of renovation and investment. Included are Midtown, Reservoir Hill, Garwyn Oaks, Patterson Park, Belair Edison, Greater Mondawmin, neighborhoods of Greater Lauraville, Charles Village, Southeast Baltimore, and Ednor Gardens.

International Center for Sustainable Development

Toward a feasibility study and business plan for the creation of a Maryland Clean Energy Center. The Center is expected to foster the growth of existing clean energy businesses in Maryland and create new business and job training opportunities.

Jubilee Baltimore, Inc.

For support of an initiative to encourage homebuyers and homeowners to acquire and renovate houses in Reservoir Hill. Jubilee Baltimore provides technical assistance that enables owners to access financing and historic tax credits and complete complex historic rehabilitation projects.

BRIDGE, Inc.

Toward funding of inclusionary zoning for the Baltimore Region Campaign. BRIDGE, a faith-based organization uniting congregations across the Baltimore metropolitan area, provides education and advocacy in support of inclusionary zoning legislation in the Baltimore region. The program’s mission is to help abate the affordable housing crisis in the region.

St. Ambrose Housing Aid Center

For continued support of the legal services initiative to fight predatory real estate practices in Baltimore City. The center will bring lawsuits against property sellers, mortgage brokers, appraisers, and title companies involved in fraudulent practices. Efforts will include education about deceptive home sales.