Past Grants

South Baltimore Learning Center

For capital improvements to expand the center to accommodate the External Diploma Program, an adult literacy program that awards a high school diploma.

Rose Street Community Center

In support of the School Everyday Coach program at Tench Tilghman Elementary/Middle School. The goal is to increase daily attendance and reduce tardiness. Three coaches take responsibility for students’ attendance.

Public Justice Center, Inc.

For the cost of a consultant to monitor City Schools’ compliance with the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, and to develop an advocacy strategy.

Public Justice Center, Inc.

For support of the second phase of the School Continuity Project to increase educational outcomes for homeless Baltimore City public school students and for those awaiting foster-care placement. The goal is to collaborate with City Schools and create a plan for compliance to improve the educational outcomes of homeless and foster-care children. The center assists with planning, training school personnel, and monitoring the effectiveness of new school system practices for homeless children.

The Piney Woods Schoolﾠ

To provide scholarships for students from Baltimore City public schools to attend a college-preparatory boarding school for the 2010-2011 school year, and to fund the salary of a Retention Counselor. The counselor provides a range of services, including monitoring class attendance and participation, overseeing study hall and dormitory behavior, and acting as a liaison and advocate for students and their families.