Belair-Edison Neighborhoods, Inc. (BENI)
$35,000 / 2010 / Community Development
For continued support of neighborhood revitalization through pre- and post-purchase homeownership counseling. The objectives of the program are to increase the number of pre-purchase housing counseling clients who are seen in both individual and group counseling sessions; to expand BENI’s financial education program by tracking and supporting clients into early homeownership; to protect homeownership rates and track homeownership values; and to conduct marketing efforts that encourage greater homeownership investment in Northeast Baltimore.
BioTechnical Institute of Maryland, Inc.ᅠ
$75,000 / 2010 / Workforce Development
For continued support of the BioSTART and Laboratory Associates Programs. Each model involves 24 weeks of training and has been designed to enable high school graduates to pursue entry-level lab technician positions in bioscience.
Blue Water Baltimore (formerly Baltimore Water Alliance)
$30,000 / 2010 / Environment
For a challenge grant to launch an inaugural membership campaign for Blue Water Baltimore, a merger of five Baltimore watershed associations. By creating a consolidated organization with a common mission, the newly formed organization will be able to increase its capacity, be cost efficient, reduce duplication, attract and retain specialized staff, expand volunteer opportunities, undertake more effective fundraising, and work toward creating a stronger and more united voice for local watersheds.
Brooklyn Browns Football and Cheer Program
$5,000 / 2010 / Health and Human Services
Toward the purchase of uniforms for the Brooklyn Browns Football and Cheer Program. Along with teaching football and cheerleading skills, the program teaches the values of responsible citizenship.
Carroll Museums, Inc.ᅠ
$5,000 / 2010 / Community Development
Toward expenses related to securing the inner stairwell of the Phoenix Shot Tower, a national tourist destination in Jonestown. Once the repairs are completed, the Tower’s upper regions and roof will be accessible to the public.