Baltimore City’s Opioid Restitution Fund and 911 Behavioral Health Diversion Pilot Updates

Baltimore City’s Opioid Restitution Fund and 911 Behavioral Health Diversion Pilot Updates

Friday, October 10, 2025, 12:00 - 1:30 PM

Maryland Philanthropy Network’s Behavioral Health Workgroup is pleased to host Deputy Mayor Dr. Letitia Dzirasa, Deputy Chief of Staff and Philanthropic Partnership J.D. Merrill, and Sara Whaley, Executive Director of Overdose Response with the Mayor's Office to share an update on the Opioid Restitution Advisory Board, funding priorities, and the status of the request for proposals that will be announced soon. Additionally, we’ll be joined by Crista Taylor and Adrienne Breidenstine of Behavioral Health System Baltimore who will provide information and outcomes on the 911 behavioral health diversion intervention pilot.  

In person attendance is encouraged. Bring your own lunch. Drinks and snacks will be provided.

This meeting is for Maryland Philanthropy Network members and invited guests only.