Maryland Art Place
$40,000 / 2004 / Community Development
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.
$30,000 / 2004 / Community Development
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
$75,000 / 2004 / Community Development
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.
Neighborhoods of Greater Lauraville, Inc.
$25,000 / 2004 / Community Development
Toward the cost of supporting a marketing program in the Greater Lauraville communities. The program offers financing and counseling to owners of residential and commercial properties to stimulate investment and renovation activity.
Baltimore City Heritage Area Association
$5,000 / 2004 / Community Development
For the design of signage for future heritage trails originating at the Inner Harbor.