The Venetoulis Institute for Local Journalism
In support of the Baltimore Banner’s reporting and in-depth investigations around gun violence in Baltimore.
The York Road Partnership, Fiscally Sponsored by GEDCO
In support of efforts improve the York Road commercial corridor in Greater Govans, such as reversing long-term disinvestment and creating a crowdfunding tool to raise local, community capital for acquisition, renovation, ownership, and leasing of vacant and under-utilized commercial buildings in adjacent neigborhoods.
Drexel University – Nowak Metro Finance Lab
In support of staff and operating expenses for an assessment of the procurement economy in Maryland and Baltimore that will strengthen procurement systems and lead to supplier development strategies that boost public contracting with local firms and small, minority- and women-owned businesses.
Food & Water Watch
In support of outreach and advocacy to ensure effective implementation of “Water4All,” an income-based water assistance program for low-income residents in Baltimore City, and consideration of affordability in regional governance strategies.
Healthy Neighborhoods Inc.
In support of the Renew Baltimore Nonprofits Program to improve the energy efficiency of nonprofit-owned facilities, reduce energy usage and carbon emissions, and reinvest cost savings into enhancing nonprofit services.