Past Grants

Belair-Edison Neighborhoods, Inc.

Toward support of ongoing residential and commercial revitalization initiatives in the Belair-Edison neighborhood. In partnership with the Healthy Neighborhoods and Main Street programs, the organization works to strengthen the market for residential and commercial properties, improve their physical condition, and build a strong sense of community.

Preservation Maryland

In support of the 2005 National Main Streets Conference. The conference will highlight Baltimore Main Streets as a successful urban program, using the Hippodrome Theater and the surrounding redeveloped area as an example. Attendees will learn how to identify, evaluate, preserve, protect, and interpret historic districts, sites, structures, cultural landscapes, and heritage areas.

Maryland Art Place

For renovation costs, including replacement of the HVAC system and refurbishment of the elevator in the building owned by Maryland Art Place at 218 West Saratoga Street. The building houses two nonprofits: Citizens Planning and Housing Association and the Maryland Center for Arts and Technology.

Midtown Community Benefits District, Inc.

Toward construction of the Mount Vernon Children’s Park on Calvert Street. This enhancement is designed to provide a safe recreational area for families living in the neighborhood.

Baltimore City Heritage Area Association

In support of a feasibility study to designate Baltimore City as an approved National Heritage Area. The designation recognizes the city’s historic significance and enables it to receive National Park Service funding to support tourism and marketing efforts.