The Chester River Association
$5,000 / 2003 / Environment
For partial funding of the position of a riverkeeper to monitor activity on the Chester River, so as to protect water quality and biodiversity from degradation. As changes in land use impact the watershed, the riverkeeper is expected to maintain a presence at local planning boards and keep the public informed about best conservation practices.
The Enterprise Foundation
$100,000 / 2003 / Health and Human Services
Two-year funding for the continuation of the Re-Entry Partnership (REP) initiative, expanding the program into the Park Heights Avenue area REP incorporates both a pre-release and post-release component to work with offenders on work readiness, life skills and social needs. In order to ensure the ex-offender a smooth transition back into the community, REP makes available an array of support services, including transportation at time of release.
The Ingenuity Project
$500,000 / 2003 / Education
In support of the 2003-2004 Ingenuity Project, an intensive math and science curriculum for more than 450 Baltimore City public elementary, middle and high school students, with emphasis on scientific research and preparation for national competitions.
The Northeast Youth League, Inc.
$30,535 / 2003 / Health and Human Services
For the renovation costs of the baseball field at DeWees Park in the Mid-Govans community of northeast Baltimore. The field provides an expanded and safe athletic program for neighborhood youth.
The Piney Woods School
$65,521 / 2003 / Education
To provide scholarships for selected underachieving at-risk male students from Baltimore City for the 2003-2004 school year. The grant also includes funding for a retention counselor whose responsibilities are to encourage positive attitudes, appropriate social behavior and academic achievement.