Quick Summary
Name: West Baltimore Renaissance Foundation Inc Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $5,348,896 (FY2023) |
| Grant Range | $2,500 - Not specified |
| Average Grant | Approximately $79,835 |
| Application Method | Rolling / Invitation Only (Letter of Interest followed by invited full proposal) |
Contact Details
- Email: wbrf@lifebridgehealth.org
- Website: https://www.lifebridgehealth.org/west-baltimore-renaissance-foundation
- Location: Baltimore, MD
Geographic Focus
- West Baltimore, Maryland (specifically zip codes 21223, 21217, 21216, and Baltimore City portions of 21229)
Funding Priorities
- Workforce Development - Programs that support job training and employment opportunities
- Youth Mentoring - Programming for young people in West Baltimore
- Food Access - Initiatives to improve food security and access to healthy food
- Population Health - Health strategies and services for West Baltimore residents
What They Don't Fund
- Endowments
- Individuals
- Annual giving campaigns
- Religious programs or purposes
- Political action groups
- Fundraising events
- Publications
- Research
Application Method
Organizations interested in applying should:
- Contact WBRF staff at wbrf@lifebridgehealth.org to schedule a meeting
- Submit a Letter of Interest
- If selected, WBRF will invite a full proposal for board consideration
Grant Types:
- Program Funding Grants: For organizations providing or expanding services in West Baltimore (no specified maximum)
- Small Neighborhood Grants: Up to $2,500 for community events in zip code 21223 (organizations may receive funding up to twice per fiscal year)
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