BioTechnical Institute of Maryland, Inc.
$213,884 / 2000 / Health and Human Services
Two grants for general support of a biotechnology laboratory training program for disadvantaged Baltimore City high school graduates. The program prepares the graduates for positions as bioscience technicians. It also designs specialized training programs for existing low-income laboratory workers in client-specific techniques and procedures, affording the workers the opportunity for advancement.
Bethel Outreach Center, Inc.
$20,000 / 2000 / Health and Human Services
For a planning grant to determine the fiscal feasibility of the acquisition and renovation of eight to ten houses identified as appropriate settings for transitional housing for men returning to the community after incarceration.
Baltimore Urban League
$10,000 / 2000 / Health and Human Services
Two grants for general operating support for comprehensive human services for those in need throughout Baltimore.
Baltimore City Public School System/Harlem Park Community School
$18,800 / 2000 / Health and Human Services
Two grants for support of the “Do You Know Where Your Children Are?” program for the 2000-2001 school year. This grassroots pilot project offers incentives to participating parents and other adults who know where their middle school-age children are during the afternoon and evening hours of the school week.
Baltimore City Public School System/Harford Heights Primary School
$46,250 / 2000 / Health and Human Services
For continued support of the Vision Therapy Program for the 2000-2001 school year. The program provides complete vision assessments for fourth graders, offers an intensive course of vision therapy for up to 50 students, and evaluates the impact of the intervention on the students; visual and academic performance.