2015 Annual Report
Our 2015 Annual Report highlights after-school academic leagues to inspire intellectual achievement; cross-sector partnerships to expand access to effective birth control and reduce unintended pregnancy; advocacy and direct service campaigns that support vulnerable homeowners and restore community stability; public-private ventures that expand access to clean energy and grow green jobs, and investments in entrepreneurs and small businesses that grow our neighborhoods and our city.
Winner of the 2016 Abell Award in Urban Policy
Litter-Free Baltimore: A trash collection policy framework based on spatial analysis and social media.
Abell Salutes: Civic Works’ Baltimore Center for Green Careers
For building “pathways out of poverty” that build on the green economy and create meaningful change for individuals, families, and communities.
Bringing the B to Baltimore: Using B Corporations as a New Tool for Economic Development
Empowering local companies to improve returns to all of their stakeholders — and not just their shareholders — could yield significant benefits for Baltimore City.
Finishing the Job: Modernizing Maryland’s Bail System
The bail system in Maryland is unfair, unsafe, and ineffective.