Baltimore Substance Abuse Systems, Inc.
$30,000 / 2006 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
For an independent audit of treatment-utilization data submitted by substance-abuse treatment providers. The purpose of the audit is to assess the timeliness and accuracy of data collected by the BSAS-funded substance-abuse treatment providers, and to increase the efficiency of the system and accessibility of treatment slots.
Transitioning Lives, Inc.
$39,955 / 2006 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
Two grants toward renovations for expansion of the Transitioning Lives Permanent Housing project to help meet the shortage of permanent housing for ex-offenders.
Live Baltimore Home Center.
$5,000 / 2006 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
For general support of activities that promote living in Baltimore City. A one-stop shop for anyone interested in purchasing a house, Live Baltimore offers comprehensive information about neighborhoods and city living.
Brennan Center for Justice
$25,000 / 2006 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
For support of a research project documenting the type of financial obligations ex-offenders face upon release from prison, and the difficulty of attempting a successful re-entry into the community. The findings, along with policy recommendations, will be compiled into a comprehensive report for national distribution.
University of Maryland Medical System Foundation.
$60,000 / 2006 / Criminal Justice and Addiction
Toward staffing costs of the Violence Intervention Project. The project will provide support services and community links to repeat victims of violence.