Seedco
$75,000 / 2011 / Workforce Development
For expansion and continued support of EarnBenefits Baltimore, a technical assistance initiative to help 4,000 low-wage workers and individuals access benefits and income support. The Web-based screening tool helps individuals and families apply for federal, state, and city benefits.
Sista 4 Sista Road 2 Recovery, Inc.
$5,000 / 2011 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
For the purchase of furniture and appliances for Ms. Thelma’s Place, a long-term residential facility for women in recovery.
Sisters Academy of Baltimore
$11,150 / 2011 / Education
Toward the purchase of 10 laptops, software, and a Web-based student and graduation information system. These purchases will enable teachers to use the laptops as teaching tools and to track grades, report cards, attendance, and other data.
South Baltimore Emergency Relief, Inc.
$24,000 / 2011 / Health and Human Services
For continued support of operating costs of the food pantry and the energy assistance program. The center, open Monday through Thursday, serves approximately 300 households per month, providing food; clothing; toiletries; and financial assistance to prevent utility terminations, and to purchase prescription medications.
Southeast Community Development Corporation
$100,000 / 2011 / Community Development
Toward renovation costs of the former Highlandtown Enoch Pratt Free Library building to ensure its qualification as a Silver LEED certified building for affordable housing and commercial development. The organization will also increase its financial and homeownership counseling and asset building services.