Middendorf Foundation

We'll be able to expand services at our Mt. Vernon Center in Baltimore to even more patients, thanks to a recent generous grant from The Middendorf Foundation. Read all about it here: https://lnkd.in/euJHTipQ

Back to School!   Exciting to see organizations like LET’S GO making such a powerful impact in #STEMeducation and #YouthEmpowerment!  The Science Café is a great example of how we can bridge the education and workforce gap in STEM fields and inspire the next generation of innovators and leaders.         Our recent funding supports LET'S GO's expansion in Baltimore City, enabling them to equip a new, larger facility with essential office and classroom furniture, cutting-edge STEM equipment, and a cargo van for efficient resource distribution.  Kudos to the team at LET’S GO Boys and Girls for their dedication to making a difference! #STEM #EducationForAll #Innovation #CommunityImpact #YouthLeadership #BaltimoreCity

Highlighting three recent grantees who are making a significant impact in our region by improving access to healthy meals for underserved populations. **Moveable Feast** delivers medically-tailored meals to Maryland residents living with HIV/AIDS, cancer, and other life-threatening illnesses. They are expanding their refrigeration system to be able to increase the number of meals they can provide, from 9,200 to 10,800 meals a day.  St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore’s **Good Harvest Community Kitchen**, is fighting food insecurity by partnering with community-based agencies to deliver over 5,000 nutritious meals daily to low-income children, adults, and seniors. They are purchasing vehicles (instead of entering into costly new long-term leases), in order to reduce costs and strengthen their program financially and operationally. **Maryland Food Bank’s** extensive network of soup kitchens, pantries, and schools distributes food to some of the most food-insecure regions in Maryland. As they scale operations, they're advancing their technology infrastructure to strengthen partnerships, automate routine tasks, and expand their reach even further. These organizations are fulfilling a critical need in our communities, and we’re honored to support their efforts. #BaltimoreNonProfits #HealthyFoodAccess #CommunityImpact #FoodInsecurity

We're excited for the newest series of SBGP workshops! We've got an exciting schedule of free, professional development and capacity-building workshops ready for registration. Looking forward to seeing you there! Learn more, register, and see the full schedule: https://lnkd.in/dSGJ-mai ID: White background with a pattern of gray SBGP key graphics in various sizes. Black and orange banners with white and black text include the SBGP logo, workshop website, and "Fall 2024 Workshop Schedule Announced!" #Workshop #Workshops #KeysToCapacity #Network #Baltimore #SouthBaltimore #SouthBaltimoreGatewayPartnership #SBGP

Highlighting our grantee, ShareBaby, an organization dedicated to addressing the unmet basic needs of Baltimore’s most vulnerable young children by distributing diapers and other essential items. ShareBaby serves as a hub for infant and young children's clothing donations, recycling items that can't be redistributed, and offers a full pantry of baby supplies and gear to over 70 community partners. In their 10 years of operation, ShareBaby has distributed over 10 million diapers, significantly reducing stress and burdens for countless families.  #ClothingRecycling #ChildWelfare #BaltimoreCommunity #DiaperBank #FamilySupport #ShareBaby #RecycleReuseRedistribute

Spotlighting two recent grantees this summer, both doing exciting community work in Cherry Hill, South Baltimore. ***48% of Cherry Hill households lack a personal vehicle, according to the Baltimore Neighborhood Indicators Alliance (for nearby Baltimore Peninsula, Riverside and Federal Hill, that number is 3%.)*** Both organizations requested assistance with transportation. The RICH – Restoring Inner City Hope- program emerged from a vision to restore hope and empower youth and families in Cherry Hill through after-school and summer leadership programming. Michael & Danielle Battle offer experiences such as social-emotional learning, self-development, and mental health awareness to community outreach events and youth workforce development. Cherry Hill Eagles is a community resource center dedicated to improving the economic mobility of families and support the education and mentoring of community youth to help reduce chronic absenteeism. They also offer peer to per counseling, family advocacy, food share programs, academic support, sports programming, and in addition, assist the elderly with transportation to and from the grocery store and healthcare appointments. #RestoringHope #CommmunityOutreach #BaltimoreCityYouthEducation #CherryHillBaltimore https://lnkd.in/e7cbKwKm https://lnkd.in/eDvHDzcP

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.

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