Innovation Alliance, Inc.
$75,000 / 2011 / Community Development
For support of a feasibility research study, “Canvas for Innovation,” designed to convert existing industrial space into venues fostering innovative business models.
Historic East Baltimore Community Action Coalition, Inc.
$50,000 / 2011 / Community Development
Additional funding toward the renovation of the Northeast Market, including improving the interior and exterior appearance.
Healthy Neighborhoods, Inc.
$125,000 / 2011 / Community Development
For general support of community activities in neighborhoods targeted for revitalization. In partnership with banks, government agencies, community organizations, and other foundations, Healthy Neighborhoods provides grants to neighborhoods for marketing, community organizing, and development projects designed to preserve and improve real estate values. It offers below-market loans for home improvements and homeownership, as well as homeownership counseling, technical and architectural services, and construction management.
Greater Baltimore Committee
$15,000 / 2011 / Community Development
For support of the Power Plant Video Projection Feature, a pilot program designed to demonstrate the potential for a permanent attraction of video displays on buildings in the Inner Harbor.
Future Harvest CASA
$5,000 / 2011 / Community Development
In support of the Beginner Farmer Training Program for Baltimore City residents. The program encompasses classroom workshops run by the University of Maryland Extension Service and on-the-farm training at selected Maryland mentor farms.