Biotechnical Institute of Maryland, Inc.

Workforce Development​​​​​ 

Grant: $25,000

The Biotechnical Institute of Maryland’s Laboratory Associates Program provides tuition-free training in basic laboratory skills to bright, ambitious, unemployed and under-employed residents of the Baltimore area. In addition to training in basic laboratory skills, BTI offers support for personal and professional development, and job placement assistance. The 16-week program also offers remediation for those who need to improve basic skills. Our grant, used for operating expenses, will allow BTI to recruit and train 10 single female custodial parents without college degrees, preparing them for entry-level jobs in the life sciences. Graduates of this exceptional program will receive an industry-recognized credential, putting them on a path toward financial independence.