ServingTogether Project Support

ServingTogether Project Support is sponsored by TowerCares Foundation. The TowerCares Foundation supports Every Mind, Inc.' s ServingTogether Project, which provides critical mental health services and support for military and Veterans in Maryland, DC, and Virginia through peer navigation, collaborative groups, and education.

Who We Support - TowerCares Foundation Examples of Your Donation Dollars at Work The TowerCares Foundation supports charitable organizations that serve children in need, as well as brave and heroic veterans, active military, and civilian service personnel who sacrificed while protecting our freedom and their impacted families.

Generous cash and in-kind donations from businesses allow us to direct the vast majority of donations from individuals to supporting worthy charities aligned with our mission. We invite you to get to know more about a few of the charities we have supported thus far. Pennies for Change .

Help local military heroes and children in need every time you use your Tower credit card. Details . Seeds 4 Success, Inc. helps empower children in need living in Annapolis, Maryland with the skills and support to achieve success in school and throughout life.

The TowerCares grant will support their “The Misunderstood Middle: Doubling Support for DREAM” program, which supports 15 disadvantaged Annapolis youth in grades 6-8 through mentorship, engaging academic enrichment, and constructive tutoring. The program equals an additional day of classroom instruction. Grant funds will be used for supplies and materials, enrolling new students, and expanding the curriculum.

Jacobs Ladder Youth Foundation The mission of the Jacobs Ladder Youth Foundation is to strengthen youth, families, and communities by focusing on youth development, family engagement, and empowerment. The TowerCares grant will help provide a special forum and lunch for Veterans, and a holiday event for homeless children in need of seasonal items.

At the event, children will receive coats, groceries, and other resources for their families. Grant funds will be used to provide lunch for participants, as well as programming materials, coats and other seasonal items, and groceries.

The Headstrong Project is a non-profit mental health organization providing confidential mental health care and PTSD treatment for Veterans, service members, and their families in Maryland and across the nation, removing barriers to care and ensuring fast access to high-quality support. Headstrong fills a critical gap by providing stigma-free, barrier-free mental health care tailored specifically to the military community.

Their goal is to help clients “Triumph Over Trauma” by providing effective mental health treatment. The TowerCares grant will help provide free trauma-focused clinical sessions for Veterans in Maryland, particularly in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s counties and Baltimore. Located in Washington, D.

C. , No Greater Sacrifice is dedicated to the children of our nation’s fallen and most severely wounded service members, delivering scholarships and resources to improve the quality of life through the pursuit of higher education. The TowerCares grant will help provide college scholarships to children of service members who suffer from wounds, illness, or injury or who have died serving our country.

No Greater Sacrifice also provides coaching and mentorship for the students they serve. Experience Camps provides life-changing camp experiences for children in need. The TowerCares grant will support the Sandy Hill Camp program, an overnight grief camp in Maryland for 150 children ages 9-17 years who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or primary caregiver.

More than half of the children are from low-income families and would not be able to attend camp otherwise. The camp helps children learn to reframe their experience of grief and empower them with coping skills. The program also provides age-appropriate mental health and trauma recovery support.

The funds will be used to cover the cost of transportation to and from camp. Stuttering Association for the Young The Stuttering Association for the Young (SAY) envisions a world where every voice matters and every young person who stutters has the time and space they need to speak so they can reach their potential and thrive.

Nearly 5% of all young people experience the disability of stuttering and many suffer from bullying and alienation leading to major mental health challenges. The TowerCares grant will support programs that allow children ages 5-18 years to explore a wide variety of approaches to visual art and storytelling. They are then given the opportunity to present their creations to build confidence.

Funds will be used to provide the program at no cost for 30 children and to help purchase art supplies. The Comfort Crew for Military Kids The Comfort Crew for Military Kids delivers proven resources to help military kids and their families connect and build resiliency in the face of extraordinary challenges.

The TowerCares grant will support the Comfort Kit Resiliency Program, which provides resources for military children and families navigating life transitions, such as deployment, reintegration, or healing from trauma and grief. The funds will be used to provide 45 Comfort Kits for children of families stationed at Fort Meade Military Base in Maryland.

The kits include a stuffed animal, a journal to write in or draw, and a guidebook with strategies for parents to help their children. Families also receive access to an online platform with helpful videos and games. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Washington, D.

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provides essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing for children fighting illness and disease. The TowerCares grant will support psycho-social services, which helps address the emotional and psychological toll families face during their child’s medical journey.

Funds will be used to support 500 families with supplies, meals, and activity support for Smile Breaks (special outings and activities to give families a reprieve from the hospital environment), monthly birthday celebrations for children and siblings, weekly engagement activities, and special meals.

Community College of Baltimore County Foundation The Community College of Baltimore County Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC), whose mission is to transform lives by providing an accessible, affordable, and high-quality education that prepares students for career success, strengthens the regional workforce, and enriches our community.

The TowerCares grant will support the CCBC Center for STEM Innovation, with the goal of helping ignite early interest in STEM disciplines among middle and high school students in Baltimore County Public Schools. Funds will help provide transportation for 135 students to attend STEM events, as well as the supplies and materials.

The grant will also provide financial support for three students to participate in a summer program for molecular biology and genomics research. Howard County General Hospital Located in Columbia, Maryland, Howard County General Hospital’s mission is to provide the highest quality care to improve community health through innovation, collaboration, service excellence, diversity, and a commitment to patient safety.

The TowerCares grant will support the Maternal Health Program at Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, a free program that provides a one-month supply of diapers and baby wipes along with other helpful resources for pregnant mothers in need. Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital builds youth of courage, confidence, and character who are empowered to make the world a better place.

Through inclusive programs and supportive communities, Girl Scouting helps young people grow as leaders, embrace diversity, and create positive change in their lives and neighborhoods. The TowerCares grant will support the Girl Scout Promise Fund, which provides financial support for membership fees, uniforms, camp experiences, and programming to those in need.

Folds of Honor Foundation Folds of Honor Foundation provides life-changing educational scholarships for spouses and children of America’s fallen or disabled military service members and first responders. The TowerCares grant will help provide scholarships for grades K-12 and higher education for spouses and children of fallen or disabled military and first responders in Maryland.

Since 2007, Folds of Honor has awarded over 62,000 educational scholarships. Angels of America’s Fallen Angels of America’s Fallen ensures the children of fallen military and first responders have access to healthy, confidence-building extracurricular activities throughout childhood.

Through financial support and trauma-informed case management, Angels of America’s Fallen fills a critical gap for the families of our nation’s fallen heroes. The TowerCares grant will support the Maryland Angel Support program, which provides trauma support and activities, including swim and water safety lessons, for children of Maryland’s fallen military, police, firefighters, and other first responders.

Serve Our Willing Warriors Serve Our Willing Warriors provides free programs and retreats for wounded, ill and injured service members, disabled Veterans, and their families. The TowerCares grant will support the Moral Injury Program, which provides support for Veterans, military families, and first responders struggling with psychological and emotional wounds.

Serve Our Willing Warriors is partnering with Patriot Point, a TowerCares charity partner, to offer two-day retreats serving 20 people each that foster emotional resilience through education and therapeutic support. The Parent’s Place mission is to partner with and empower families to improve the education and health outcomes for all children with disabilities and special healthcare needs.

The TowerCares grant will support The Parent’s Place 5th Annual Virtual Wrightslaw Special Education Law & Advocacy Conference and Training. This event empowers families, educators, and advocates with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of special education law and effectively advocate for children with disabilities.

The funds will provide ten scholarships for military families in the Baltimore/Washington corridor to attend the conference. Naval Academy Primary and Secondary School The Naval Academy Primary and Secondary Schools (NAPS) mission is to focus on the intellectual, physical, emotional, and social development of children from Annapolis, Maryland and the surrounding communities.

NAPS provides a structured and nurturing environment that recognizes and acts upon each child’s unique needs and circumstances. The TowerCares grant will support STEM Lego Education, to enhance Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) learning through interactive, hands-on play in the school’s pre-K and kindergarten classes. Over 85% of children attending NAPS are from military families.

The funds will provide STEM Lego packs for 150 students. The National Center for Children and Families The National Center for Children and Families mission is to create healthy living environments for vulnerable children, youth and families, and to improve their quality of life, empowering them to thrive and live responsibly.

The TowerCares grant will support The Neediest Kids program, which ensures students in need have the necessary resources to achieve success in the classroom. Items provided include clothing, shoes, school supplies, toys, home goods, diapers, groceries, and vision care.

The funds will be used to support low-income students and their families in Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties facing food insecurity by providing grocery gift cards for 50 families. Maryland Veterans Trust Fund The Maryland Veterans Trust Fund helps lead Veterans, service members, and their families through life’s transitions by providing financial assistance and referral services during times of temporary crisis.

The TowerCares grant will help provide financial assistance to Maryland’s Veterans and active-duty military who are experiencing temporary financial needs such as mortgage, rent, car ownership expenses, and utilities.

Elizabeth Dole Foundation The Elizabeth Dole Foundation was founded in 2012 by U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole to empower military and Veteran caregivers, their families, and their communities through programs, partnerships, and advocacy that drive innovation and sustainable solutions. The TowerCares grant will be used to assist the Foundation’s programs supporting military, Veterans, and caregivers.

Defense Intelligence Memorial Foundation The mission of the Defense Intelligence Memorial Foundation (DIMF) is to honor the fallen officers of the Defense Intelligence Enterprise through scholarships and philanthropy. The TowerCares grant will support the DIMF Scholarship Program, which provides scholarships for the children of defense intelligence professionals who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

The funds will be used to pay tuition, as well as room and board. Baltimore Area Council Scouting America The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people for lives of impact and purpose. The TowerCares grant will support Scoutreach Day Camp, which focuses on making scouting accessible to youth in underserved communities and aims to remove barriers that prevent young people from participating in scouting.

The funds will be used for registration costs, transportation, and lunch for at least five Scoutreach participants to attend the camp. The mission of Arts Every Day is to provide art instruction and activities for students in Baltimore City Public Schools.

The TowerCares grant will support the Arts Experiences Fund, which provides public schools in Baltimore City, Maryland with funding for students to experience the arts at cultural institutions. The funds will help provide engaging art field trips or interactive in-school arts assemblies for at least 1,000 Baltimore City students.

The mission of Fello is to support people with disabilities to live the lives they choose by creating opportunities, promoting respect and equity, and fostering inclusion in their communities. The TowerCares grant will support Fello’s Family Fund Grant, which provides access to specialized equipment and services not covered by insurance.

The funds will be used to provide critical financial assistance for families to meet the essential needs for the well-being and development of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The League for People with Disabilities The mission of The League for People with Disabilities is to help individuals gain independence and increase self-sufficiency to improve their overall quality of life.

The TowerCares grant will support the League’s Adult Medical Daycare Veterans program, which provides a supportive environment for Veterans enabling them to connect and build relationships. Program participants can choose activities such as physical fitness, art, and wellness programs, or simply socializing with peers. The TowerCares grant will allow Veterans to attend more days per week.

The mission of the Boulder Crest Foundation is to facilitate post-traumatic growth through transformative programs, world-class training and education initiatives, and research and advocacy efforts. The TowerCares grant will support the Foundation’s Family Rest & Reconnection Stays program, which provides Veterans, service members and their families, as well as Gold Star families, the opportunity to reconnect outside of daily life.

The funds will be used to purchase supplies including recreational equipment, ingredients for cooking events, and gardening supplies. The program serves over 1,000 military families and Veterans from Maryland, Washington, D. C.

, and Virginia annually. Operation Warm Heart is a non-profit program run by the first sergeant council which supports the Fort Meade military community—particularly soldiers and families going through a unique hardship. Operation Warm Heart operates 365 days a year.

The TowerCares funds will be used to support active-duty service members experiencing temporary financial hardships. USA Cares provides post-9/11 Veterans, military service members, and their families with emergency financial assistance and post-service skills training to create a foundation for long-term stability.

Their services help improve the quality of life for military and Veterans, and reduce potential factors that can contribute to Veteran suicide. The TowerCares grant will support the Military Assistance Response Program, which helps Veterans, military service members, and their families who are facing temporary financial hardships. The funds will be used to provide assistance with rent, utilities, autos, food, and fuel assistance.

Dog Tag Inc. empowers disabled Veterans, military spouses, and caregivers to re-discover purpose and find community post-service through an innovative business and entrepreneurship fellowship program.

The TowerCares grant will support the fellowship program, which provides hands-on work experience in Dog Tag Inc.’s bakery, offers a certificate in Business Administration from Georgetown University’s School of Continuing Studies, facilitates personal and professional development workshops, and connects fellows with mentors.

The Mission Continues connects Veterans with opportunities to continue their service and leadership in under-resourced communities. The TowerCares grant will support the Service Platoon Program, which connects Veterans with opportunities to plan and execute service projects with community partners. Projects include creating gardens and green spaces, improving educational environments, and providing public recreational spaces.

The funds will be used to cover supplies, materials, storage, and equipment costs for ongoing service projects in the Baltimore/Washington area. Children of Fallen Patriots Children of Fallen Patriots provides college scholarships and educational counseling for military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty.

The TowerCares grant will help provide scholarships for Gold Star students in the Greater DC area who are facing immediate need. Building Families for Children Building Families for Children helps Maryland’s most vulnerable children and their families thrive by providing trauma-focused, compassionate, and supportive service.

The TowerCares grant will support the Safe Families for Children program, which provides support for families navigating crises such as social isolation, housing instability, food insecurity, and medical challenges. The funds will help families with rent, transportation, and tuition assistance. The American Kidney Fund (AKF) mission is to fight chronic kidney disease and help people live healthier lives.

The TowerCares grant will support AKF’s Camp Connections for Pediatric Kidney Patients, which offers interactive social opportunities for pediatric kidney patients. The funds will provide “Welcome Bags” to new participants and supplies for monthly enrichment activities for 250 youth, including several children receiving care at the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center in Baltimore, Maryland, and Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.

C. Irvine Natural Science Center The Irvine Natural Science Center encourages lifelong engagement with the natural world through environmental learning and green living. The TowerCares grant will support the Environmental Education for Under-Resourced Youth program, which provides opportunities for under-resourced youth in Maryland’s Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and Carroll County to connect with nature in outdoor experiences.

The funds will be used for snacks, lunches, journals, water bottles, hats, etc. for up to 200 children. Junior Achievement of Greater Washington The mission of Junior Achievement of Greater Washington (JA) is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy. JA provides every student equal access to relevant and experiential education, community mentors, and global business leaders.

JA’s programs focus on the core content areas of career readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. The TowerCares grant will support JA Finance Park Prince George’s County, which provides in-school financial literacy education to 7th graders in Prince George’s County Public Schools, including a one-day experience at the JA Finance Park location.

Students learn about saving, investing, budgeting, risk management, credit, and more. JA serves over 12,000 students with over half from low-to moderate-income families. The funds will be used for program supplies, curriculum materials, and staff time.

Maryland Youth and the Law, Inc. Maryland Youth and the Law, Inc. (MYLaw) was established in 1978 to promote knowledge and appreciation of the law and courts among youth. MYLaw’s programs and initiatives provide educational, real-world opportunities for young people to enhance their knowledge of, and appreciation for, our legal system.

The TowerCares grant will support Baltimore City Law Links, a paid, full-time seven-week internship for disadvantaged Baltimore, Maryland juniors and seniors who have an interest in the law, legal profession, and/or professional work experience.

The grant will fund internships for up to 15 youths and will be used to support direct expenses including the Law & Leadership Orientation, field trips, transportation, and educational materials. Easterseals of Washington, D. C.

, Maryland, and Virginia enriches lives and expands opportunities for children and adults in our local communities, including people with disabilities and military backgrounds. The TowerCares grant will provide Mental Health Kits, which are used in conjunction with therapy to help active duty, Veterans, and military family members.

Kit items vary by age and serve as coping mechanisms during therapy sessions to help the person focus and stay grounded. Some typical kit items include fidget toys, mints, scented lip balm, etc. The TowerCares grant will provide 150 Mental Health Kits for Easterseals clients in Maryland.

Playtime Project’s mission is to cultivate resilience in children experiencing family housing insecurity by providing and expanding access to transformative play experiences. The TowerCares grant will support Playtime in the Summer and will provide one week of summer camp for approx. 15-30 children, ages 5-12, facing housing insecurity in Prince George’s County, Maryland.

The camps provide time and space to engage with developmentally appropriate activities to help nurture healthy social, emotional, and physical development. The funds will be used to purchase supplies for activities, special guests, transportation to and from field trips, and food/snacks.

Leveling the Playing Field Leveling the Playing Field provides free sports equipment to kids in under-resourced communities so that more kids can enjoy the mental and physical benefits of sports and recreation.

The TowerCares grant will help Leveling the Playing Field increase access to youth sports in Baltimore, Maryland by packs of jump ropes, soccer balls, basketballs, and other gym equipment to Physical Education teachers in Baltimore Title I schools. The funds will be used to purchase 25 P. E.

packs, benefiting approximately 5,000 children. First Generation College Bound The mission of First Generation College Bound (FGCB) is to inspire low income and first generation youth in Prince George’s County, Maryland to achieve social and economic success by providing advice, encouragement, and support to obtain a college degree.

The TowerCares grant will support FGCB’s Homework Club, which provides homework help and academic support to students grades 1-12 in the Kimberly Gardens public housing community in Laurel, Maryland. Funds will be used for field trips, speakers, honor roll events, and the year-end celebration. Each child also receives a gift during the holiday season as many of the families are unable to afford gifts.

Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas (VOACC) is a faith-based, nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire self-reliance, dignity, and hope through the delivery of health and human services programs. The TowerCares grant will support Operation Backpack, which provides backpacks, school supplies, uniforms, academic enrichment and other support to students ages 5-18.

Funds will be used to purchase items for approx. 45 students participating in VOACC programs or attending Title I schools in Prince George’s County, Maryland. United Through Reading strengthens military families’ literacy, emotional bonds, and well-being through the power of reading together at every age, no matter the distance.

The TowerCares grant will support Advancement and Family Connection for Military Children, which enhances military children’s educational development by providing new, high-quality children’s books to military households and capturing story time videos read by service members for their children to view. Funds will be used to purchase age-appropriate books.

United Through Reading works with the Fort Meade military installation and partner organizations to identify and secure opportunities to distribute the books and provide the story time recordings. The charity serves approximately 150 families in the Fort Meade, Md. area.

Located at Fort Meade, Md. the Fort Meade Spouse’s Club supports military spouses and the military community. The TowerCares grant will support the Club’s programs including a food pantry for military families, annual children’s holiday party, scholarships for military spouses, and other community outreach efforts.

The mission of Frederick Health Hospice is to positively impact the well-being of every individual in our community affected by serious illness, grief, and loss. The TowerCares grant will support Project Christine, a weekly grief support group for families who have experienced the death of a child. Services are provided to the families at no cost.

Funds will be used to provide dinner at weekly meetings for a year. By offering dinner at no cost to families who attend, it is one less thing grieving parents must worry about. Research has found that people who eat socially are more likely to feel better about themselves and have a wider social network that provides emotional support.

House of Ruth empowers women, children, and families to rebuild their lives and heal from trauma, abuse, and homelessness. The TowerCares grant will support the Kidspace Child and Family Development Center, which provides a therapeutic place for children with developmental delay, to find stability and healing, and promote early childhood learning.

Funds will be used to provide changing tables, tricycles, early walker push toys, and books. Leadership Maryland connects, empowers, and inspires a diverse community of leaders across Maryland to drive meaningful change throughout the state. The TowerCares grant will support the Maryland Leadership Workshops, which empower young people to recognize and realize their potential as leaders.

Funds will be used to provide need-based scholarships to a diverse group of delegates from all across Maryland. The charity serves approximately 300 students. The Maryland Book Bank is a non-profit organization committed to cultivating literacy in children from under resourced neighborhoods.

The TowerCares grant will support the Home Library Project, which provides a home library of 20 books to prekindergarten-2nd grade students in 50 Title 1 schools. The Bookmobile visits schools once in the fall and spring to deliver ten books to each student. The charity distributes approximately 185,000 books to over 9,000 students in Baltimore City.

Maryland Humanities creates and supports experiences that explore and elevate our shared stories to connect people, enhance lives, and enrich communities. The TowerCares grant will support the Veterans Book Group, which brings military Veterans, active service members, and their families together to explore the history, experience, and meaning of war and military service through literature and discussion.

Funds will be used to purchase a full set of books for each participant at each site, as well as meals and/or refreshments. North County Emergency Outreach Network (NCEON) Established in 1989, the North County Emergency Outreach Network (NCEON) has distributed over $10 million in monetary and grocery assistance to those less fortunate living in Maryland’s Glen Burnie, Hanover, Linthicum, Pasadena, and Severn communities.

NCEON is a non-profit 501(C)3 organization and does not receive any government funding. All of their needs are provided by donors, which include over 36 churches and organizations, as well as private individuals. Community Crisis Center, Inc. Located in Reisterstown, Md.

The Community Crisis Center, Inc. (CCC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) human service organization. Their mission is to address hunger and hardship in our community by providing clients with emergency food and essentials, while also rebuilding hope and self-reliance. The Center provides supplemental food assistance, up to two times per month, for low-income individuals and families living within certain zip codes.

Elizabeth House (FISH of Laurel) Fish of Laurel, Inc. is an all-volunteer non-profit that helps to feed hundreds of food-insecure families in the greater Laurel, Md. area. Elizabeth House serves as the organization’s home base, where volunteers prepare and serve hot meals 365 days a year and operate a food pantry twice a week.

Elizabeth House operates entirely on private and public donations of food, financial assistance, and volunteer help. Rebuilding Together Howard County Rebuilding Together Howard County helps to repair homes, revitalize communities, and rebuild lives. The TowerCares grant will support Fall Rebuilding Day, which provides critical home repairs.

The repairs will be provided to Veterans. The funds will be used to purchase building materials and pay for professional contractors to do the work.

So What Else’s mission is to improve the lives of children and their families living in underserved communities in the Baltimore-Washington Metro Area by providing food security, access to basic necessities, and high quality out-of-school time programs in literacy, athletics, and the visual and performing arts.

The TowerCares grant will support Out of School Time Enrichment Programs, including after school programs, summer camps, volunteer opportunities, and healthy meals for students. The students served come from majority single parent households where 98% qualify for free or reduced housing. The charity serves approximately 3,000 children.

The Foundation Schools’ mission is to provide a highly specialized education and therapeutic program for students with emotional disabilities, and those with social, emotional, or learning challenges.

The TowerCares grant will support Foundation Links, which provides crisis intervention and support, attendance plans, psychiatric care, in-home therapeutic services, and basic needs like food, clothing, and transportation to school or medical care. Located in Columbia, Md. the Howard County Food Bank provides food, diapers, and personal care items for low-income individuals and families.

Shoppers are allowed two visits a month, and can experience family-choice shopping like at a grocery store. The food bank also provides access to apply for food assistance programs, and access to energy, housing, and early childhood education through Head Start and pre-kindergarten programming.

Meals on Wheels Central Maryland Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland is one of the largest and oldest continuously operating, non-profit, home-delivered meal programs in the United States. Our approach, to provide nutritious meals, personal contact, and support services distinguishes them from other programs. Located in Washington, D.

C. the Capital Area Food Bank’s mission is to provide access to good, healthy food. The Food Bank partners with more than 400 nonprofit organizations in DC and the surrounding region to provide over 50 million meals to almost half a million area residents every year.

The Food Bank also addresses the root causes of hunger through multiple education programs and innovative service delivery partnerships. The Caring Cupboard runs multiple pantries out of its headquarters located in Pasadena, Md. The first is the food and personal hygiene pantry.

Food is distributed during Fill-A-Bag evenings and through home delivery for those without transportation. The charity is also located in several schools within Anne Arundel County for families to reach out to their counselors for assistance. Caring Cupboard also has a Baby Pantry, providing formula, diapers, and other items for infants.

The Baby Pantry is part of the Southern Maryland American Red Cross, and responds to disasters in partnership with the Red Cross. Celestial Manna is a faith-based food recovery nonprofit started in 1986 by founder Charlie Mann as a means to feed his own family. Today, the charity supports over 20,000 people monthly in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

Celestial Manna recovers food from grocery stores, restaurants and local farms that would otherwise be discarded. Volunteers pick up and distribute the donations in communities where people are affected by poverty, twice a day, seven days a week. The mission of Hope Ignites, formerly Boys Hope Girls Hope of Baltimore, is to nurture and guide motivated young people in need to become well educated, career-ready men and women.

The TowerCares grant will support Hope Ignites Academy, a non-residential academy designed to prepare academically capable and motivated at-risk middle and high school students in Baltimore, Maryland to rise above disadvantaged backgrounds, achieve success in school, and gain acceptance to college. Funds will be used for educational supplies, field trips, and summer activities.

Anne Arundel County Food Bank The mission of the Anne Arundel County Food Bank is to alleviate food insecurity in Anne Arundel County by