COVID-19 Resources
This page is an evolving list of resources. We cannot guarantee accuracy as the situation is constantly changing. Please email hannah@wideanglemedia.org or message us on social media with any updates or resources to add.
Application for Emergency Funding: Wide Angle apprentices, alumni, students and staff may apply for COVID-19 emergency funds which includes but is not limited to: covering the cost of groceries, medicine, rent, and other essentials.
Learn about our COVID-19 safety policies here.
Food Sites
List of locations where grab-n-go meals are available
Baltimore City’s interactive map of meal sites across the City - complete with time, meal and eligibility detail.
Mayor’s Office of Children & Family Success: Free Food for Youth & Families
Tech / Digital Resources
Wifi, laptops, Adobe Creative Cloud, and library access
The federal government’s Affordable Connectivity Program and Maryland’s Emergency Broadband Benefit Program, when combined, provide eligible households up to $45/month toward the cost of internet service. Learn more about eligibility and how to apply.
Xfinity WiFi Hotspots in out-of-home locations are available for free. Click here to learn more.
Reviews.com: Affordable internet access
Digital Harbor Foundation: Donate or Request a Laptop/Tablet
Anyone who doesn’t have a library card can access the Pratt eCard from home and begin using these services.
Baltimore Digital Equity Coalition: Tech Support Hotline for Adult Learners, M-F, 10AM - 6PM, 410-834-4214
Media Resources
Media literacy guides and general overviews of COVID-19 for all ages
Websites/Articles
Baylor University: Vaccines for Children and Adolescents: Lessons and Activities
PBS’ guide for talking to your children about Covid-19: How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus (elementary ages and younger)
News Literacy Project offers free news literacy lessons, a news literacy quiz, and weekly emails that debunk current misinformation (middle schoolers, teens, and adults)
New York Times’ media literacy and learning resources: Teaching, Learning and Thinking Critically (variety of ages)
Videos
Dr. Panda: Coronavirus Outbreak, How to Protect Yourself (ages 3-8)
Dr. Michelle Dickson (aka Nanogirl): Coronavirus Explained! (elementary and middle school ages)
Kurzgesagt: The Coronavirus Explained & What You Should Do (teen, college student or young adult)
Social Media Accounts
MediaWise posts stories that sort fact from fiction online (middle schoolers and teens)
Educator Resources
Online education sites and other supports for teachers and caregivers
Former staff, Lindsay Bailey, has 5 weeks of online art teaching classes for preschool to grade 6. Click here to view coursework.
Facebook group: Online Art & Design Studio Instruction in the Age of "Social Distancing"
Extensive list of education companies offering free subscriptions due to school closings: amazingeducationalresources.com
Baltimore Clayworks: Packet of Educational Links and Creative Activities
Our Social Design Instructor, Becky Slogeris, is offering My Baltimore Book free for download. This kid-friendly book explains key urban theory concepts and includes prompts for students to apply what they learn toward improving their school, neighborhood, and city.
Adobe: Distance Learning Resources hub for educators
Free Classes
Photography
Cambridge in Colour: Learn Photography Concepts
Strobist: Lighting Courses
Design
Other
Byte Back: Free Admin & IT training and certifications for adults
NPower: Free IT training class, certifications and paid internship for 18-25 years and military veterans
Artist, Freelancer, and Small Business Resources
Funds, ideas, and information for freelancers and art organizations
Springboard for the Arts: Resources for Artists
ArtsReady: Create your arts organization's business continuity plan
Loyola Crisis Navigators: free consultations with business experts to make a pandemic plan
Fun Stuff
The Social Distancing Festival has live-stream events from all over the world!
Upgraded Points: The 75 Best Virtual Museum Tours Around the World
College Retreat: a folder full of scans to make art
My Quarantine List: Virtual World Tours
WeAreTeachers: 25+ Amazing Educational Virtual Field Trips
Other Resources
Baltimore Mayor's Office of Employment Development: Now Hiring Job Board
Color of Change: the Black Patient’s Guide includes best practices and resources for combatting COVID-19 in the Black community
Maryland Family Network: search for licensed child care, 1-877-261-0060
Maryland Office of Home Energy Programs: apply for energy assistance
Mayor’s Office of Children & Family Success: Security Deposit Assistance - Renters can request up to $2000 toward a security deposit
Mental Health Resources: Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc. and Pro Bono Counseling Project
Public Health Degrees: How to Understand School Protocols for COVID-19 and Vaccines
Roberta’s House: Grief Support Programs
Baltimore Volunteer/Response Teams Opportunities
Business Volunteers Maryland: Ways to Help - submit community needs and find volunteer opportunities
Covid Guidelines, Updates, and Testing
Centers for Disease Control: official guidelines to reduce the spread and updates on active cases
Maryland Department of Health: latest statewide updates
Information About Vaccination
Johns Hopkins: COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: 12 Things You Need to Know
Search for Additional Resources
Aunt Bertha: Search for free or reduced cost services like medical care, food, job training, and more
CHARMCare: Connect with resources in Baltimore City by zip code
Office of City Council President Brandon M. Scott: Baltimore COVID-19 Asset Map
Resources in Spanish
Johns Hopkins Medicine: Información y actualizaciones sobre el coronavirus (COVID-19) (Information and updates about Covid-19 in Spanish)
The Office of Governor Larry Hogan: Covid-19 Resources for Marylanders in Spanish