Farm Alliance of Baltimore Inc.
In support of staffing for the Farm Alliance of Baltimore’s Double Dollars Program; incentivizing the use of federal SNAP, FMNP, and WIC benefits to purchase fruits and vegetables produced by urban farms; and nutrition education and cooking demonstrations.
Latino Economic Development Center
In support of Latino Economic Development Center’s business technical assistance and lending services to meet the needs of entrepreneurs and business owners from communities of color and underinvested communities in Baltimore. These services launch and expand businesses, create jobs, and build wealth.
Maryland Consumer Rights Coalition Inc.
In support of staff and outreach costs associated with the Low Income Forgotten Tax (LIFT) program. LIFT helps low-income homeowners and renters access the Homeowners and Renters Tax Credit programs and other public benefits.
North East Housing Initiative
In support of efforts to convert long-time renters into homeowners, avoid involuntary displacement and increase housing stability, and provide low- and moderate-income households with the opportunity to build limited equity through ownership of vacant houses redeveloped under a Community Land Trust model.
Venture for America
In support of recruiting, selecting, and training Venture for America (VFA) Fellows for two-year fellowships with entrepreneurs and companies in Baltimore’s start-up ecosystem. By attracting talent, particularly among people of color and women, VFA strengthens and diversifies the local entrepreneurial economy.