Middendorf Foundation’s Post

Happy 4th of July! 🎆 In honor of "The Star-Spangled Banner,", we are thrilled to announce the funding of a historic preservation grant: 🎆Pride of Baltimore, Inc. - This reproduction of a 19th-century privateer warship, known as a Baltimore clipper, played a significant role in the War of 1812, the conflict that inspired the writing of "The Star-Spangled Banner." The funds awarded will go towards essential renovations. #HistoricPreservation #CulturalHeritage #BaltimoreHistory #HistoricShips #PreserveHistory

We are excited to announce 3 of our June grantees, all public charter schools dedicated to enhancing the educational experience in the area.  Unlike other public schools, charter schools do not receive funds for facilities expenses, making these grants crucial for their operations and improvements.   #InvestInEducation #CharterSchools #Baltimore #CommunitySupport #EducationMatters #PublicSchools #SchoolImprovement 1.    City Neighbors Foundation: Operating three public charter schools in northeast Baltimore City, they received funds for an auditorium renovation. 2.    The Empowerment Academy: This City charter school, serving grades PreK-8 with a focus on "Literacy through the Arts," received a grant to repair a non-functional elevator. https://lnkd.in/e7CNGS2G 3.    Watershed Public Charter School: An environmental arts elementary-middle school in Baltimore County, they received funds to upgrade and expand security cameras and key card swipe systems to meet BCPS technology and emergency response standards.

Highlighting a recent grantee, Family Survivor Network, Inc., is dedicated to supporting the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of youth, families, and communities affected by violence in Baltimore. 🌟 #CommunitySupport #AlternativeHealing #TraumaInformedCare #CitySanctuary

Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, a recent grantee, offers pro bono legal referrals and services to artists throughout Maryland. They host lectures, seminars, and Art Law Clinics for consultations, and produce educational materials to further their mission. 🎨⚖️ #ArtistRights #LegalSupport #MarylandArtists

A month ago, Baltimore area nonprofits received grants from MacKenzie Scott, and we're thrilled to have supported most of these organizations in recent years. Among them are Wide Angle Youth Media, Marian House, St. Francis Neighborhood Center, GEDCO (Govans Ecumenical Development Corporation), Baltimore Tree Trust, and Restorative Response Baltimore. There has been recent discussion surrounding whether recipients of the Yield Giving Open Call awards from MacKenzie Scott truly require additional funds. While a $1-2 million gift may seem substantial, it's essential to recognize that this allocation will bolster the reserves crucial for many of these organizations. Moreover, there are still numerous unmet needs that these funds will address. This award should be seen as a significant vote of confidence and a gold seal of approval for the impactful work of these organizations. #CommunityImpact #PhilanthropyMatters #GrantsforGood #EmpoweringCommunities #TransformationalGifts

This opportunity may be of interest to some of our nonprofit partners: MD Dept. of Housing & Community Development announced $10M in grant funding via the Community Health and Safety Works program for local gov't & nonprofits. Funding will fuel projects aimed at enhancing the physical environment to positively impact health and safety, ultimately boosting the livability and economic potential of communities across the state.   #GrantFunding #CommunityDevelopment  #CommunityLedCollaborations #EnvironmentalHealth #CommunitySafety https://lnkd.in/eZ3sXXDQ  

Spotlighting 2 homeownership programs recently funded! 🌟 🏘 Neighborhood Housing Services of Baltimore is upgrading technologies to support their homebuying, housing preservation and housing development programs. 🏠 💻 Project Own is building new tools for Black wealth creation. Their financial coaching programs and refined technology tools are paving the way for equal access to homeownership opportunities. #HomeownershipEquality #FinancialCoaching #TechTransformation #EqualAccess #CommunityDevelopment

Happy to highlight our recent Green Grantees supporting the local community and environment. Preservation Maryland, will rehabilitate the 172-year-old historic Ellicott City Jail, adapting it into collaborative space for conservation nonprofits & a Center for Climate, Heritage, and Preservation Studies. Civic Works, Inc. one of our first-time grantees, was awarded funds to further contribute to community development with its solar powered resiliency hub. The Blueway Inner Harbor Kayak Launch by Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore adds a recreational and environmental dimension to the area. And Baltimore Green Space, as the city's sole environmental land trust since 2007, continues its commendable work in preserving green spaces. #GreenGrants #CommunityImpact #EnvironmentalPreservation #Philanthropy #Baltimore 🌿🏡🚣♂️ 🌲