St. Francis Neighborhood Center
$25,000 / 2009 / Health and Human Services
Toward support of The Power Project, an after-school educational, mentoring, and arts program for 30 at-risk youth, ages five to 18,in Reservoir Hill. In an effort to increase academic achievement and self-confidence, the program conducts academic and social needs assessments, and creates individualized short- and long-term plans for each child.
South Baltimore Neighborhood Association
$12,500 / 2009 / Health and Human Services
For continued support of the South Baltimore Youth Council, a mentoring and educational program for at-risk youth. The purpose of the program is to engage at least 30 young people each week in youth-led council activities. One of the educational programs focuses on issues related to crime investigation and trial preparation. Participants will undertake at least three service projects in collaboration with community-based organizations.
South Baltimore Emergency Relief, Inc.
$20,000 / 2009 / Health and Human Services
For general operating support of the food pantry and energy assistance programs. The center, which is open Monday through Thursday, provides food, toiletries, and infant products; and utility, eviction, and prescription assistance.
The Shepherd’s Clinic
$50,000 / 2009 / Health and Human Services
Toward operating costs to provide primary and specialty health care to uninsured persons in Baltimore City. With an extensive network of volunteer medical personnel and its longstanding partnership with Union Memorial Hospital, Shepherd’s Clinic will be able to provide high quality, low-cost health care to more than 750 uninsured Baltimore City residents.
Santa Claus Anonymous
$5,000 / 2009 / Health and Human Services
For support of the 2009 Santa Claus Anonymous Campaign