University of Maryland
$34,150 / 2012 / Community Development
For support of graduate research toward a plan to reduce fish kills in the Baltimore Harbor, using controlled algae production. The pilot algal turf scrubber has been designed to remove nutrients, which may be recycled as feedstock for biofuels and fertilizer.
St. Ambrose Housing Aid Center
$50,000 / 2012 / Community Development
Capital funding toward renovations for the expansion of programs and counseling services.
South Harbor Renaissance
$5,000 / 2012 / Community Development
Toward construction costs of the Flag Staff Plaza in Federal Hill Park, in an effort to restore the park’s playground.
Reservoir Hill Improvement Council, Inc.
$45,000 / 2012 / Community Development
Toward support of the Reservoir Hill Healthy Foods Initiative at the Whitelock Community Farm. With the addition of two full-time staff positions, a farm manager, and a team coordinator, the initiative will increase the cultivation of diverse products and community access to healthy foods.
Reservoir Hill Improvement Council, Inc.
$35,000 / 2012 / Community Development
Capital funding toward support of Phase II of the German Park restoration.