The Central Baltimore Partnership evolved from research and organizing efforts initiated by the foundation in 2005. Operating as a kind of virtual community development corporation, the CBP works through and in support of its partners rather than creating and managing its own programs. Twenty-five universities, businesses, nonprofits, and city agencies are now members of the partnership, which has catalyzed investment in and revitalization of the area from Mount Royal Avenue north to 23rd Street, between Howard Street and Greenmount Avenue. This grant provided $150,000 for general operating support and up to $20,000 for costs associated with the Partnership’s first executive transition.