Community Connections

Helpful Resources

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    Financial & Tax Resources

    Fulton Bank 
    Personal and business banking, loans, and financial tools.
    https://www.fultonbank.com/Personal

    Truist 
    Banking solutions focused on community and financial confidence.
    https://www.truist.com/

    Evie Financial Group 
    Wealth-building and life insurance services. https://www.eviefinancial.com/

    Kiva 
    Interest-free microloans.
    https://www.kiva.org/

    LegalShield 
    Affordable legal assistance and identity theft protection. 
    https://www.legalshield.com/

    CASH Campaign of Maryland 
    Free tax prep for incomes under $64,000. cashmd.org/what-we-offer

    FreeTaxUSA 
    Self-guided software
    freetaxusa.com

    IRS Free File 
    Free filing for AGI under $79,000. 
    apps.irs.gov/app/freeFile

    Advisers Give Back 
    Connect with an expert Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) who volunteers their time.
    advisersgiveback.org

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    Career Development

    E Suite Academy
    Courses and resources for Black women in business and leadership.
    https://www.esuiteacademy.com/ 

    Career Image Solutions
    Career coaching, resume development, and branding strategies.
    https://career-image.com/ 

    Init Together
    Youth-centered nonprofit focused on mentorship, careers, and life planning.
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/iris-drayton-spann/ 

    Compassionate Caregivers
    CNA/GNA training for COVID-impacted Baltimore residents.
    cc-md.org 

    Learn to Earn — Catholic Charities
    Internships in food prep & clerical work. 

    Level Up — Catholic Charities
    Youth job training and stipends.
    Phone: (667) 600-3451 

    MOED Career Centers
    Free job readiness help. No appointment needed.
    Locations: Eastside (410) 396-9030, Northwest (410) 396-7873, South (410) 396-1052 

    St. Edward’s Automotive Training — Catholic Charities
    Automotive technician training.
    Phone: (667) 600-3140 

    Turnaround Tuesday
    Job search help, resume prep, leadership development.
    turnaroundtuesday.org 

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    Food Services

    40 West Assistance & Referral Center
    Food and material assistance. Requires ID.
    40west.org

    Bea Gaddy Family Center
    Walk-in pantry open Mon–Thurs. Registration required Mon–Wed. 
    Email: beagaddy@bea-gaddy.org

    Beans & Bread
    Daily breakfast & lunch, plus housing & mental health services.
    Phone: (410) 662-0500 
    vincentbaltimore.org

    Bmore Community Food
    $10 produce boxes (20 lbs per 3 family members).
    Facebook:facebook.com/food4bmore

    Bmore Community Food Delivery
    Delivery for the disabled or elderly.
    Phone: (301) 674-2552 

    City Place on the Avenue
    Thursday grocery giveaway, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
    Phone: (240) 705-4345

    First Mount Calvary Baptist Food Pantry
    Prepared meals Mon–Wed, pantry 3rd & 4th Fridays, grab-and-go Wed. Phone: (410) 728-8782 

    Fishes & Loaves Food Pantry
    Food, diapers, formula.
    Phone: (410) 525-0969
    Email: flpbaltimore@gmail.com
    Facebook:facebook.com/fishesandloavespantry

    Food Rescue Baltimore
    Weekly free food at multiple locations.
    foodrescuebaltimore.org Email: info@foodrescuebaltimore.org

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    Housing/Utility Assistance

    Baltimore City DHCD Lead Hazard Reduction Program
    Reduces/removes lead hazards in homes for income-eligible families with children.
    dhcd.baltimorecity.gov/hho/lead-hazard-reduction
    Phone: (410) 396-3023 

    The Baltimore Station
    Support for veterans: housing, counseling, job training.
    Phone: (410) 752-4454 x301
    Email: outreach@baltimorestation.org

    Catholic Charities Senior Communities
    A
    ffordable housing for adults 62+.
    Phone: (667) 600-2280
    cc-md.org/senior-communities

    Civic Works Elder Services
    Home repairs and safety modifications for seniors.
    Phone: (410) 366-8533
    Email: info@civicworks.com

    Christopher Place Employment Academy
    Residential program for men experiencing homelessness.
    Phone: (667) 600-3420 

    Day Center for Homeless Individuals
    Toiletries, clothing, job resources, daily dinner.
    Phone: (443) 201-3428 

    Family Support Groups — Catholic Charities
    Support groups for families, parents, and children who have a family member with behavioral or mental health concerns. Child care is available during sessions.
    Phone: (667) 600-3037


Additional Resources

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    Health & Wellness

    Institute for Healing (IHeal)
    Providing trauma-informed care and support through healing-centered spaces.
    https://www.myiheal.com/

    TruSynergy - Ericka Sallee Coaching
    Mindset and productivity coaching for professional women.
    https://trusynergy.org/

    Delayna Watkins
    Health strategist supporting women’s wellness and empowerment.
    https://www.delaynawatkins.com/

    Impackt Fitness
    Fitness and training programs designed to transform physical health.
    https://www.impacktfitness.com/

    AHF Healthcare Centers
    Free HIV/STD testing, treatment, case management, and condoms. Phone: (410) 246-4876
    hivcare.org,freestdcheck.org

    AHF Pharmacy
    PrEP and HIV medication provider. Confidential delivery offered.
    Phone: (410) 246-4877 

    Baltimore Abortion Fund
    Financial and logistical abortion care support.
    Phone: (443) 853-8445
    baltimoreabortionfund.org

    Baltimore City Community Risk Reduction Services
    Needle exchange, overdose prevention, and STI testing.
    Van info: (410) 371-2596
    Office: (410) 396-3733 

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    Legal Services

    Amica Center for Immigrant Rights
    Provides trauma-sensitive support to detained adults and children. Offers legal information, representation, and connects clients to social services. Free resources available on their website.
    amicacenter.org

    Baltimore Action Legal Team (BALT) — Arrest/Court Support
    Legal support for Baltimore residents and activists to defend against police abuse. Provides arrest support, release/bail aid, case support, and post-release services. Arrest support hotline: (410) 855-4222 

    Baltimore Action Legal Team (BALT) — Community Bail Fund
    Offers financial assistance for bail and home detention through community donations. Email: fundsupport@baltimoreactionlegal.org

    Employment Law Hotline — Women’s Law Center of Maryland
    Answers questions on employment law, including discrimination, harassment, wage issues. May provide referrals or self-help.
    Hours: Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., First Thursday 5 – 7:30 p.m.
    Phone: (877) 422-9500 

    Esperanza Center
    Immigrant resource center providing legal aid, education, healthcare access, reunification services, English classes. Services available in Spanish and English.
    Phone: (667) 600-2900 

    FreeState Justice Legal Services
    Offers legal support and referrals for low-income LGBTQ+ Maryland residents.
    Phone: (443) 977-4254
    Email: intake@freestate-justice.org
    freestate-justice.org

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    Student Services

    Baltimore City Public Schools Re-Engagement Center
    Supports school-disconnected youth and those returning from incarceration with placement, academic support, GED programs, mental health services, and job-readiness. Drop-in hours before 3 p.m.
    Phone: (443) 642-4220 

    National External Diploma Program (NEDP)
    Offers a flexible, self-paced high school diploma program equivalent to GED or traditional graduation. Must be 18+, a Maryland resident, and not currently enrolled.
    Phone: (410) 625-4215 

    Vocational Training — CASA de Maryland
    CASA partners with educational institutions and unions to offer training for low-income immigrants. Includes follow-up to assess employment outcomes.
    Email: jnino@wearecasa.org
    Phone: (240) 491-5775 

    Work4Success — Catholic Charities
    Free week-long job prep program including training, resume support, and interview skills.
    Phone: (667) 600-3411
    Email: kjenkins@cc-md.org 

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    Support for Entrepreneurs

    Comptroller of Maryland
    State tax resources and support for Maryland business owners.
    https://www.marylandcomptroller.gov/ 

    Maker 2 Mogul
    Business coaching and brand building for product-based entrepreneurs. https://makertomogul.com/ 

    Maryland Department of Labor
    Programs and services for starting and growing a business.
    https://labor.maryland.gov/ 

    Time to Impact 365
    Leadership and business consulting for nonprofit and faith-based organizations. https://www.timetoimpact365.com/ 

    Maryland Small Business Development Center
    Free training and one-on-one business consulting.
    https://www.marylandsbdc.org/