Office of the State’s Attorney for Baltimore City
$127,982 / 2011 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
Staffing support of social workers for expansion of the Specialized Prostitution Diversion Program. The program is a 90-day pre-trial diversion option for defendants charged with prostitution. The program includes one-on-one counseling; pre-trial monitoring, drug testing, and supervision; access to substance abuse assessment; and referrals to other services such as trauma counseling, employment training, and health care.
Beginning Effective Recovery Together
$5,000 / 2011 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
For the purchase of furniture and appliances for a residential substance abuse treatment program.
Out for Justice/Alternative Directions
$25,000 / 2011 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
Toward support of a grassroots community advocacy and organizing effort to assist ex-offenders returning to the community and overcoming hurdles such as seeking employment
Deborah’s Place
$9,600 / 2011 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
Two grants toward the cost of renovations, a furnace, and a hot water heater, for a supportive housing facility serving women seeking recovery from drug addiction.
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.