Park West Health System, Inc./ Park West Medical Center
$55,000 / 2004 / Health and Human Services
For the establishment of the Hidden Gardens HIV and Substance Abuse Program, a buprenorphine detoxification and stabilization initiative designed to address the problem of HIV-positive heroin users in the Park Heights corridor. Buprenorphine reduces the suffering associated with withdrawal; the less painful withdrawal experience increases the likelihood that an addict will complete detoxification, considered the first critical step toward abstinence, and will be more receptive to treatment services offered at the center.
Baltimore Mental Health Systems, Inc.
$86,000 / 2004 / Health and Human Services
For the implementation of a pilot project designed by the Mental Health Policy Institute for Leadership and Training. The project provides mental health treatment to low-income people suffering from depression, and not currently accessing care through the public mental health system.
Housing Authority of Baltimore City
$92,625 / 2004 / Health and Human Services
Second-year funding of the Special Mobility Housing Choice Voucher Program established in accordance with the Thompson v. HUD partial consent decree. The program provides financial assistance and counseling to families served by the Section 8 Mobility Counseling Program, and is designed to encourage rental assistance recipients to move out of inner-city neighborhoods into surrounding neighborhoods in the region.
Parks & People Foundation
$60,000 / 2004 / Health and Human Services
In support of the Hooked on Sports program for more than 1,100 Baltimore City public school students. The program, which includes lacrosse, baseball, volleyball, and soccer, provides opportunities for organized and safe after-school activity. Participants are required to maintain at least a C average and 90 percent attendance.
Baltimore Stars Coalition/AAU
$38,600 / 2004 / Health and Human Services
Four grants toward operating costs of the Baltimore Stars Basketball Program, serving 8- to 17-year-old inner-city boys. Formed as a cooperative effort among Baltimore City recreation centers, the coalition selects the players it feels are best qualified to represent Baltimore City in state and national competitions.