1000 Friends of Maryland
$80,000 / 2010 / Community Development
Two-year funding in support of land use and transportation policy reform at the state and local levels, and an initiative to “Keep Farmers Farming.” A public agenda will be created by 1000 Friends to encourage the redevelopment of existing communities; advocate for the preservation of the state’s remaining open spaces, and agriculture and forest lands; and develop Smart Growth transit and transportation plans.
Tuerk House, Inc.
$250,000 / 2010 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
Toward the renovation of the Weisman-Kaplan House at 2525 Maryland Avenue, in support of its program to expand a long-term residential substance abuse treatment facility for Baltimore City males. The expansion will provide access for nine additional men to participate in the halfway house program and additional space for meetings and administrative offices.
Together We Can, Inc.
$5,000 / 2010 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
For the purchase of furniture, appliances, and supplies for two additional residential facilities for persons recovering from substance abuse.
TAEL Enterprise, Inc.
$5,000 / 2010 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
Toward the cost of minor repairs, water and utility bills, and food for a transitional housing facility for homeless women.
Safe Haven in the Junction
$5,000 / 2010 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
For general support of a transitional housing facility for 15 homeless men recovering from substance abuse. Expenses cover utility bills, household supplies, learning materials for GED preparation, drug testing, and an alcohol Breathalyzer.