General Information
The Baltimore City Health Department Novel Coronavirus website – Includes information for general public, clinicians, community and business leaders, parents, and older adults and caregivers, travel information, infographics, and links and resources.
Baltimore City Health Department COVID-19 Dashboard – Data on COVID-19 case in Baltimore City by zip code, age, and sex, as well as a tracker of cases and deaths over time.
The Maryland Department of Health’s Coronavirus Tracking Page – Includes the latest information of the number of cases by jurisdiction, and the latest information on the state’s efforts with regard to the pandemic.
Maryland Unites – Governor Hogan’s COVID-19 page, including background information, the latest news, a list of opportunities to help, and an “A-to-Z Resource Guide”.
The CDC’s Novel Coronavirus Outbreak Website – Includes state-by-state breakdown of Coronavirus cases, information about the Federal government response, and frequently asked questions about the pandemic.
Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center – Contains detailed information on the spread of the outbreak.
World Health Organization’s Coronavirus Portal – Realtime visualization of worldwide situation.
Maryland Coronavirus Rumor Control– Launched recently by the Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), and the Maryland Department of Information Technology (DoIT) in an effort to curb dissemination of misinformation. Visitors can sign up for alerts.
Loyola Crisis Navigators –One-on-one support for Balitmore-area businesses/non-profits effected by the COVID-19 crisis and in need of advice.
Government Resources and Support
For Baltimore
Map of Baltimore City COVID-19 Food Distribution Sites – Includes rec and community centers, senior centers, and schools.
The Baltimore City Public Schools Health Updates Page – Includes information on the 16 schools where free breakfast and lunch is available from 10am to 2pm every day.
The Baltimore City Public Schools Learning Packets Page – Learning packets available for download for students in pre-K through 12th grade, gifted and advanced learning, newcomer/EL, and alt framework/citywide programs.
The Fund for Educational Excellence’s Emergency School Closure Family Support Fund – Funds will be used to provide vital resources to families and schools during this time of school closure.
Baltimore COVID-19 Asset Map – Created and maintained by the Office of City Council President Brandon M. Scott.
Baltimore City Recreation and Parks Alerts Page – Includes information on 39 recreation centers that will be serving food from 2pm to 7pm every day.
Survey for impacted Baltimore businesses – The Baltimore Development Corporation is collecting information on impacted Baltimore City businesses and non-profits due to COVID-19 to provide to state and federal resource partners.
Local Resources for Businesses Affected by COVID – EcoMap Baltimore’s guide of local resources (mostly funding sources) that can help small business through this time.
Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs’ Multilingual Coronavirus Info Page – Information can be downloaded in Spanish, French, Chinese, Korean, and Arabic.
Baltimore Votes’ 2020 Elections Page – Information about the all-mail voting for the 7th District Special Election on April 28th and the primary election on June 2nd.
Department of Recreation and Parks’ Virtual Rec Center – Free video tutorials, crafts, fitness, games and activities for all ages.
Statewide
Maryland Department of Labor’s Division of Unemployment Insurance – Contains information for workers and businesses who have been affected by the Coronavirus quarantine.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information for Employees and Businesses – Information on employer and worker assistance, financial assistance, and taxes, licensing, and permitting, and more.
Maryland Department of Transportation Coronavirus – Information on service changes to bus, light rail, subway, MARC service as a result of the pandemic.
BGE’s Coronavirus Updates Page – Information for customers during Coronavirus pandemic.
The United Way of Central Maryland’s COVID-19 Community Economic Relief Fund – A fund set up to help with rent, food, and bills. Follow the link to request help and to donate to the fund.
Federal/Nationwide
Paycheck Protection Program – The US Department of the Treasury’s Paycheck Protection Program prioritizes millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $349 billion toward job retention and certain other expenses.
National Labor Exchange’s Jobs Resource – A job site dedicated to providing a centralized location for displaced workers to access employment opportunities from U.S. corporations with immediate hiring needs due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
FindHelp.org – Find food assistance, help paying bills, and other free or reduced cost programs that help people affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, searchable by zip code.
Xfinity Free WiFi Hotspots Map – In response to COVID-19, Xfinity has made all Xfinity WiFi Public Hotspots open to everyone.
Health and Wellness
Help for Victims of Domestic Violence During COVID-19 – GBMC’s list of ways for people in situations involving domestic violence can receive help during this time.
Maryland Department of Aging’s Senior Call Check Program – A free, opt-in, daily telephonic service to check on Maryland’s older residents, all across the state.
Mental Health Association of Maryland’s Coronavirus Resources Page – A list of trusted resources to help you take care of your mental health during this difficult time.
Resources for Drug Use and COVID-19 Risk Reduction – Guidance documents, government advisories, and tools for people who use drugs and stakeholders likely to engage with people who use drugs.
Department of Recreation and Parks’ Virtual Rec Center – Free video tutorials, crafts, fitness, games and activities for all ages.
Community-Based Resources
Baltimore Mutual Aid Spreadsheet – Includes resources for general information, food, healthcare, housing, child/pet care, emotional/spiritual support, storage, transport, and other things.
Baltimore Action Legal Team Bail Fund – BALT is operating a Bail Fund to help individuals who are sitting in jail during this public health emergency.
Baltimore Black-Led COVID-19 Response Fund – Micro-grants for grassroots organizations, a fundraising campaign for Cllctivly.
Baltimore Neighborhood Quarantine Response Teams – Links to neighborhood-based groups of individuals volunteering to support vulnerable populations, and vulnerable populations who need support.
Baltimore Neighbors Network – a virtual community of trained volunteers to offer hope, comfort and social solidarity, also enlists pro bono clinicians to help address the looming epidemic of lonliness and isolation that COVID-19 will create.
Teachers Democracy Project’s Technology Drive for Distance Learning – Includes information on where to bring donations and how to request a device.
Baltimore Community Foundations’ COVID-19 Evolving Community Needs Fund – A fund set up to enable rapid response to mitigate the effects of the public health emergency. All donated funds will go directly to address the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on our region’s communities, workforce, and vulnerable populations.
COVID-19 Baltimore Restaurant Offerings – A list of Baltimore restaurants offering carryout, curbside pickup, delivery, and gift cards.
Baltimore Virtual Tip Jar – A Google Doc listing employees of Baltimore restaurants, along with their Venmo or PayPal accounts.
Restaurant Opportunity Centers United COVID-19 Resources – A list of national and city/state resources available to restaurant workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 communityCONNECT Ways to Help – Business Volunteers of Maryland’s portal for non-profits in need of support to submit requests and for potential volunteers for connect.
Healthcare Access Maryland’s COVID Page
Educational Resources
OSI-Baltimore’s Social Justice Syllabus – A non-exhaustive list of reading suggestions on a range of social justice issues.
Baltimore Algebra Project’s Math Tutoring Services – The youth-led group is offering free tutoring for any students in Baltimore City.
Department of Recreation and Parks’ Virtual Rec Center – Free video tutorials, crafts, fitness, games and activities for all ages.
Pratt E-Library – Find eBooks, eMagazines, eAudiobooks, movies, and more for your PC, smartphone, tablet or other compatible devices. Accessible in all Pratt Library locations or from home with your library card.
The National Aquarium in Baltimore Livestream – Livestreams from the Blacktip Reef, Jellies Invasion and Pacific Coral Reef exhibits.
Scholastic Learn at Home – Day-by-day projects to keep kids reading, thinking, and growing.
Educational Shows on Netflix (pre-k to high school) – Netflix provides an array of educational shows for kids of all ages.
Cosmic Kids Yoga (for younger ones) – Yoga, mindfulness and relaxation designed especially for kids aged 3+, used in schools and homes all over the world.
Podcast Suggestions – The 25 Best Podcasts for Kids. Entertaining, informative, and kid-friendly podcasts for bedtime, road trips, and more.
National History Museum Virtual Tours – These virtual tours allow visitors to take self-guided, room-by-room tours of select exhibits and areas within the museum from their desktop of mobile device. Visitors can also access select research and collections areas at our satellite support and research stations and past exhibits no longer on display. Many of the tours provide a view of previously unseen archives or holdings.
National Women’s History Museum Online Tours – Online tours from the National Women’s History Museum.
Films from DC Public Library – The DC Public Library offers hundreds of on-line films for viewers of all ages.
EBooks and Audiobooks from DC Public Library – Audiobooks and EBooks from the DC Public Library for readers of all levels.
Brainfuse Virtual Learning Tools – A clearinghouse of online learning tools including access to live tutors, writing labs, study guides, and collaborative learning platforms.
Bookflix:- From Scholastic. An online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks.
Gale Courses for Adult Learning – Offered through Pratt Library. Gale Courses offers a wide range of highly interactive, instructor led courses that you can take entirely online. Courses are free to all library card holders in good standing. Courses run for six weeks and new sessions begin every month.
Arts Resources
Maryland Citizens for the Arts’ COVID-19 Emergency Services and Resources – A list of federal and state efforts that will benefit artists.
Greater Baltimore Cultural Alliance Resources for Artists
A clearinghouse of resources for artists impacted by COVID-19
BmoreArt – List of resources and cancellations
Listening Sessions with MD State Arts Council – The Maryland State Arts Council is offering listening sessions with director Ken Skezesz about the needs of the arts sector during the COVID-19 emergency and beyond. MDSAC is developing criteria for emergency funds for FY 21
Google Arts & Culture – Virtual museum tours from around the world
Baltimore Arts Info – Access to collections from the Walters, The Baltimore Museum of Art, the Visionary Art Museum, and more.
Peabody’s Final Performance (for the time being)
Hey Baltimore – Podcast features interviews with Baltimore locals in the arts/culture/entertainment scenes.
Out of the Blocks – WYPRs immersive listening experience built from a mosaic of voices and soundscapes on the streets of Baltimore.
Running List of Livestream Concerts via NPR – A list of live virtual concerts to watch during the COVID-10 shutdown. Updated regularly.
NPRs Tiny Desk Concerts – Archives of the NPR Tiny Desk Concert series
The Ivy Bookshop – One of Baltimore’s independent bookstores. Scroll down for info on online ordering, curbside pickup and delivery options.
Greedy Reads – Independent bookstore in Fells Point and Remington, providing curbside pickup and some limited delivery options during the COVID-19 shutdown.
Grit Fund -A project-specific award that prioritizes artistic initiatives that present opportunities for artists, cultural organizers and community members to develop collaborations that investigate place and space. Projects must be based in Baltimore City or County and be accessible to the general public.
Grit Fund Resources for Artists and Freelancers – The Grit Fund has also complied a list of resources for local artists and freelancers.
