In 2008, The Reinvestment Fund (TRF -- www.trfund.com) helped finance the acquisition and renovation of a former parochial school building to house The Green School of Baltimore, an elementary charter school that uses the environment and community as a context for learning. TRF's 2008 financing included New Markets Tax Credit eligible capital and a TRF energy loan, which supported energy measures which are expected to lower long-term facility operating costs and perfectly aligns with the Green School's focus on cultivating healthy, active and environmentally conscious students. The facility has a garden where students learn not only how to plant and care for fresh produce but also how to cook delicious, healthy meals that the whole family can enjoy. In their new space, The Green School has grown to serve 150 elementary students grades K-5 now with a full outdoor playground area and indoor physical education room to help the school continue to keep students active.

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