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The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc.Grants forfor MarylandGrantsMaryland20152014VolumeVolume8 3With total assets of just over 2 billion, The Harry and Jeanette WeinbergFoundation is one of the largest private foundations in the United States.The Weinberg Foundation provides approximately 100million in annual grants to nonprofits that providedirect services to low-income and vulnerable individualsand families, primarily in the US and Israel. Grantsare focused on meeting basic needs and enhancingan individual’s ability to achieve self-sufficiency withemphasis on older adults, the Jewish community, andour hometown communities of Maryland, NortheasternPennsylvania, and Hawaii.In the following pages, the Foundation has identifiedselected grants of 50,000 or more that wereapproved and distributed within Maryland during thepast three years. During that time, the Foundationapproved nearly 300 grants totaling 102.5 million.Of the total funds approved, 64.7 million has beenpaid to date.For more information on The Harry andJeanette Weinberg Foundation, please visitwww.hjweinbergfoundation.org.The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc.7 Park Center Court, Owings Mills, Maryland 21117Phone: 410-654-8500 Fax: 410-654-4900www.hjweinbergfoundation.orgHere are a few highlights:The Weinberg Foundation has Developed and initiated Together We Care: MakingMaryland – by 2020 – the Best Place to Grow Old.The ultimate goal of this effort is to provide a “no wrongdoor” approach in Maryland to a variety of servicesand supports for older adults. To date, the WeinbergFoundation has provided 4.4 million in grants to buildthe framework for this initiative that will create a modelof comprehensive care allowing more older adults to agewith dignity and independence. Launched Baltimore City’s Early Childhood Initiative andBetter Together, which seek to ensure children enterkindergarten healthy and ready to learn. Since 2011,the Weinberg Foundation has committed a total of 20million to increase access to early childhood educationin Maryland. Over the next three years, 4.6 million ofthese funds will enable an additional 650 children and900 families in Baltimore to receive high quality earlychildhood education and family support services by 2017. Promoted youth literacy by supporting new andrenovated libraries in Baltimore City Public Schools. TheFoundation has committed 10 million to create up to24 new libraries as part of the Baltimore Elementary andMiddle School Library Project. A total of nine Weinberglibraries are already open, as of September 2014, andserving more than 5,000 students. Supported Baltimore City’s Journey Home plan withthe priority of making homelessness rare and brief.The Weinberg Foundation has awarded a grant of 2
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, Inc.Grants forfor MarylandGrantsMarylandThe Maryland Small Grants Program(MSGP) is intended to help smallernonprofits more easily and efficiently applyfor funding. Maryland organizations with anannual budget under 3 million a year areeligible to apply for an initial grant of up to 50K for two years ( 100K total). Fundingfor additional years may be available. Inmost cases, it takes only 50 days to gofrom “Our application is enclosed” to“Your check is in the mail.”The MSGP program also includes theWeinberg Foundation hometowncommunity of Northeastern Pennsylvania.Since its inception in 2007, thisprogram has provided morethan 22million to hundredsof Maryland and NortheasternPennsylvania nonprofits.C - Capital Project O - General Operating Support2 Grants for Maryland (FYE 2013-2015)20152014VolumeVolume8 3million to support the renovation of Sarah’s Hope, the largestshelter for homeless families in Baltimore. The renovation willincrease the number of beds and includes an on-site earlychildhood education center for children ages birth to three.The Foundation also has awarded a grant of nearly 1.5 millionover three years to St. Vincent de Paul to expand rapid rehousing for homeless families in Baltimore City. Helped to expand critical services for children with disabilitiesby awarding an 8 million grant to support the extensionof Kennedy Krieger Institute’s existing Weinberg OutpatientCenter in Baltimore. As part of its portfolio of 300 activegrantees in the disabilities field in the US and Israel, theFoundation funds programs that help people with physical,sensory, and intellectual disabilities, including autism and thosewho struggle with psychiatric difficulties. Of all these grantees,Kennedy Krieger serves the largest number of children at theearliest possible age. Equipped people to achieve economic self-sufficiency byfunding programs that provide the tools to obtain and keepemployment and progress on a career track. One example isthe Center for Urban Families in Baltimore, which providesemployment training through the STRIVE model, and otherprograms, to low-income individuals so that they may achievestability and economic success. Strengthened our hometowns through grants to umbrellaorganizations that distribute funds for direct services withinthe Foundation’s priority areas. These organizations includeAssociated Black Charities, Associated Catholic Charities, Inc.,The ASSOCIATED: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore,and The United Way of Central Maryland, Inc. Funding to theseorganizations alone over the past three years has totaled nearly 13 million.P - Program Support M - Maryland Small Grant
LIST OF SELECTED APPROVED AND PAID GRANTS 50,000 AND LARGER / FY 2013 - 2015FISCAL YEARAPPROVEDAMOUNTAPPROVEDAMOUNTPAIDTYPEOF GRANT2013 285,000 285,000C2015 120,000 0O2013 100,000 100,000P2014 50,000 50,000M2015 100,000 50,000O2014 50,000 50,000M2015 60,000 60,000MBridges To Housing Stability, Inc. Columbiato support Bridges Alliance, a program that offers below-market rental housingfor low-income workers2014 100,000 100,000MCapital Area Immigrants’ Rights Coalition Throughout Marylandto support the Maryland Legal Services program that assists more than 300 adultimmigrant men and women2014 50,000 50,000M2014 2,000,000 1,750,000C2015 50,000 25,000M2013 70,000 70,000M2013 500,000 500,000C2015 120,000 70,000O2013 100,000 100,000MORGANIZATION NAMEBASIC HUMAN NEEDS AND HEALTHAccess Carroll, Inc. Westminsterto support the expansion of clinic space for this safety net primary healthcare providerAhavas Yisrael Charity Fund Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that provides foodpackages and rental and utility payment assistance for low-income individuals inthe Jewish communityto support the food package and voucher program that assistslow-income familiesAllegany Health Right, Inc. Cumberlandto support this organization that works to improve the health and quality of lifefor low-income, uninsured adultsBaltimore Outreach Services, Inc. Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that providescomprehensive services, including shelter, employment, and educational programsfor homeless women and their childrenBikur Cholim of Baltimore, Inc. Baltimoreto support this organization that provides services for low-income patients whoare in medical crisis, as well as their familiesBon Secours Community Works Baltimoreto support the Drop-in Day Shelter and Eviction Prevention programChase Brexton Health Services, Inc. Baltimoreto support the purchase and renovation of the new flagship site for this FederallyQualified Health Center that serves uninsured and underinsured individualsChild Center and Adult Services, Inc. Gaithersburgto support the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies program that provides free homebased mental health therapy for low-income, uninsured pregnant women and newmothers suffering from pre-natal and post-partum depressionCommunity Law Center Baltimoreto support the Pro Bono program that provides legal assistance for neighborhoodsand nonprofits as they strive to improve community stability, health, safety, andappearanceCommunity of Hope, Inc. Washington, DC (Also serving Maryland)to support construction of this Federally Qualified Health Center’s new Health andResource Center that will provide medical, dental, and behavioral health care aswell as social services for low-income residentsDayspring Programs, Inc. Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that provides housing andeducational services for homeless families with a parent who is in recovery fromsubstance abuseto support the general operations of this organization that serves more than 500children in Head Start and provides housing and supportive services for familieswith an addicted parentC - Capital Project O - General Operating SupportP - Program Support M - Maryland Small GrantGrants for Maryland (FYE 2013-2015) 3
LIST OF SELECTED APPROVED AND PAID GRANTS 50,000 AND LARGER / FY 2013 - 2015FISCAL YEARAPPROVEDAMOUNTAPPROVEDAMOUNTPAIDTYPEOF GRANT2014 50,000 50,000M2015 700,000 200,000Cto support the renovation of an apartment complex that will provide affordablehousing for low-income residents, families enrolled in the Family Recoveryprogram, and graduates of select job-training programs2014 560,000 560,000Cto support the Neighbor-to-Neighbor program that will help families avoideviction, increase income, and gain stability2013 75,000 75,000MFamily Health Centers of Baltimore, Inc. Baltimoreto support the renovation of a facility that will function as a full-service communityhealth center2014 330,000 230,000CFamily Recovery Program, Inc. Baltimoreto support the renovation of a catholic school into a residential facility with thecapacity to house 23 families2015 1,200,000 0C2015 100,000 50,000MFirst Fruits Farm, Inc. Freelandto support the general operations of this farm that provides fresh produce toorganizations serving low-income and homeless individuals and families2013 50,000 50,000MFranciscan Center, Inc. Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that provides basic andemergency services for low-income and homeless individuals2015 70,000 35,000M2013 60,000 20,000MFreeState Legal Project, Inc. Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that provides free legalservices for the LGBT population2015 100,000 50,000MFusion Partnerships, Inc. Baltimoreto support the Youth Empowered Society Drop-In Center that serves youth ages14-25 who are homeless or at-risk for homelessness2014 180,000 180,000P2014 1,200,000 800,000CGreen and Healthy Homes Initiative Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that works to increase theproduction of healthy and energy-efficient homes for low-income residents2015 200,000 100,000OHarford Community Action Agency, Inc. Edgewoodto support the general operations of this organization that provides basic emergencyand homelessness prevention services for low-income residents2014 80,000 80,000MHealth Care for the Homeless Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that provides health,housing, and case management services for homeless individuals2014 300,000 300,000OORGANIZATION NAMEBASIC HUMAN NEEDS AND HEALTH (continued)End Hunger In Calvert County, Inc. Huntingtownto support a program that provides culinary and electrical training courses designedto teach individuals job skills with the goal of achieving self-sufficiencyEpiscopal Housing Corporation Baltimoreto support the renovation of the former Nehemiah House into 12 efficiencyapartments that will provide permanent, supportive housing for homeless men inthe CountyThe Family Tree Baltimoreto support the Positive Parenting program that provides stress and angermanagement, child development, problem solving, and family life services forparents and caregiversto support the general operations of this organization thathelps to meet basic and emergency needs of low-income andhomeless residentsGaudenzia Foundation, Inc. Baltimoreto support the construction of a center for women and children that will provideresidential addiction treatment, childcare services, and 18 units of permanent,supportive housingC - Capital Project O - General Operating Support4 Grants for Maryland (FYE 2013-2015)P - Program Support M - Maryland Small Grant
LIST OF SELECTED APPROVED AND PAID GRANTS 50,000 AND LARGER / FY 2013 - 2015FISCAL YEARAPPROVEDAMOUNTAPPROVEDAMOUNTPAIDTYPEOF GRANTHealth Partners, Inc. Waldorfto support the general operations of this organization that provides primary careand dental services for uninsured and underinsured individuals and families2015 50,000 25,000MHealthcare Access Maryland Baltimoreto support the Eviction Prevention and Rapid Rehousing program that providesindividuals and families with short-term rental assistance2015 50,000 50,000PHelping Up Mission Baltimoreto support the replacement of furniture, baseboards, and carpeting in order tominimize the risk of bed bug infestations2014 120,000 120,000CHope Forward Baltimoreto support the Emergency and Transitional Housing program that will providehousing to former foster youth who are homeless or at-risk of being homeless2015 100,000 50,000MINNterim Housing Corporation, Inc. Pikesvilleto support the general operations of this organization that provides housing andcase management services for homeless women and their children2014 60,000 30,000M2013 270,000 270,000C2014 100,000 100,000OInternational Rescue Committee, Inc. Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that provides short-termeconomic and social services for low-income immigrants2013 150,000 150,000OJesuit Volunteer Corps Baltimoreto support this organization whose volunteers work for a full year with localnonprofits to assist those in need2013 60,000 60,000MJobs, Housing and Recovery, Inc. Baltimoreto support case management services at the Housing and Resource Center and atCarrington House to help residents achieve better outcomes2013 50,000 50,000M2015 200,000 125,000P2014 80,000 80,000M2014 180,000 80,000P2014 250,000 250,000CORGANIZATION NAMEBASIC HUMAN NEEDS AND HEALTH (continued)Institutes for Behavior Resources, Inc. Baltimoreto support the renovation and expansion of this organization’s facility in order tointegrate primary health care with the treatment of substance abuse(methadone clinic)Interfaith Works, Inc. Rockvilleto support the general operations of this organization that provides housing,emergency assistance, eviction prevention, and outreach services for more than20,000 residentsJohns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Inc. Baltimoreto support the CMP Improvement program that will enhance family-centeredmedical home services, as well as expand family health screening, education, andlanguage servicesLaurel Advocacy and Referral Services, Inc. Laurelto support this organization that provides short-term financial assistance for lowincome patients with chronic kidney diseaseThe Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Inc. Owings Millsto support this organization’s Patient Navigation program that assists blood cancerpatients, family members, amd care givers in overcoming barriers to obtainingquality cancer careLower Shore Clinic, Inc. Salisburyto support the renovation of this organization’s current facility to create additionalexam space for the treatment of low-income individuals and familiesC - Capital Project O - General Operating SupportP - Program Support M - Maryland Small GrantGrants for Maryland (FYE 2013-2015) 5
LIST OF SELECTED APPROVED AND PAID GRANTS 50,000 AND LARGER / FY 2013 - 2015FISCAL YEARAPPROVEDAMOUNTAPPROVEDAMOUNTPAIDTYPEOF GRANT2015 75,000 75,000O2013 150,000 150,000O2013 150,000 150,000C2015 750,000 250,000O2015 100,000 50,000M2014 50,000 50,000M2013 50,000 50,000MOperation Warm, Inc. Baltimoreto support a program that provides new winter coats for children fromlow-income families2014 60,000 60,000PPaul’s Place, Inc. Baltimoreto support the STABLE Homes project that links clients to safe housing in atimely manner2015 60,000 60,000Pto support the general operations of this organization that provides a variety ofprograms and services for homeless and low-income individuals and families2014 100,000 50,000Mto support the renovation of this organization’s center that serves homeless andlow-income individuals and families2013 300,000 300,000C2014 50,000 50,000MPrince George’s County Department of Social Services Capitol Heightsto support the renovation of a facility that will house 20 emergency shelter bedsfor unaccompanied homeless youth and young adults2014 95,000 95,000CRoberta’s House, Inc. Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that provides bereavementsupport for children and their families following a traumatic loss2014 60,000 60,000MSasha Bruce Youthwork, Inc. Capitol Heightsto support Promise Place, a program that provides emergency shelter forhomeless, abused, neglected, and runaway youth2015 50,000 25,000MORGANIZATION NAMEBASIC HUMAN NEEDS AND HEALTH (continued)Marian House Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that provides housing andsupportive services for homeless women and childrento support the general operations of this organization that provides transitionalhousing, affordable permanent housing, and supportive services for previouslyhomeless women and their childrenMaryland Center for Veterans Education and Training, Inc. Baltimoreto support the completion of this organization’s renovations including replacementof broken and outdated equipmentMaryland Food Bank Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization that provides foodassistance programs and services for low-income families, children, andolder adultsMid-Shore Council On Family Violence, Inc. Dentonto support this organization that provides assistance for rural victims ofdomestic violenceNational Kidney Foundation, Inc. Luthervilleto support the Patient Emergency Financial Assistance program that providesgrants of up to 200/year for low-income patients with chronic kidney diseasewho are in financial crisis and need assistance to meet basic needsNewborn Holistic Ministries, Inc. Baltimoreto support Martha’s Place, an organization that provides women in recovery fromsubstance addiction with six months of transitional housing and long-term singleroom occupancy housingPregnancy Aid Centers, Inc. College Parkto support the general operations of this organization that providescomprehensive reproductive health care for low-income, uninsured womenand adolescentsC - Capital Project O - General Operating Support6 Grants for Maryland (FYE 2013-2015)P - Program Support M - Maryland Small Grant
LIST OF SELECTED APPROVED AND PAID GRANTS 50,000 AND LARGER / FY 2013 - 2015FISCAL YEARAPPROVEDAMOUNTAPPROVEDAMOUNTPAIDTYPEOF GRANT2014 200,000 100,000O2015 75,000 0P2015 2,000,000 500,000C2015 1,432,348 432,348PTeen Connection of Takoma, Inc. Silver Springto support the general operations of this organization that fills a gap inreproductive healthcare for low-income and vulnerable young adults2013 100,000 100,000MThree Oaks Homeless Shelter, Inc. Lexington Parkto support the implementation of a hospital-based domestic violence program forlow-income individuals2014 75,000 50,000MThe United Way of Central Maryland, Inc. Baltimoreto support the Family Stability program that provides case management andfinancial assistance to stabilize families at risk of homelessness2013 150,000 150,000Pto support the renovation of a primary care facility that will serve all residentsregardless of age, insurance status, or income level2015 250,000 125,000CConowingo2013 1,500,000 1,500,000C2014 150,000 75,000O2013 60,000 60,000O2014 50,000 50,000P2013 100,000 100,000P2014 160,000 80,000P2014 100,000 100,000PORGANIZATION NAMEBASIC HUMAN NEEDS AND HEALTH (continued)Share Our Strength, Inc. Baltimoreto support the general operations of this organization’s Maryland No Kid Hungrycampaign that aims to increase participation in school breakfast, after school, andsumm
Gaudenzia Foundation, Inc. Baltimore to support the construction of a center for women and children that will provide residential addiction treatment, childcare services, and 18 units of permanent, supportive housing . 7 Park Ce
