
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/PersonalTruist
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-offerFreeTaxUSA
Self-guided software
freetaxusa.comIRS Free File
Free filing for AGI under $79,000.
apps.irs.gov/app/freeFileAdvisers Give Back
Connect with an expert Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) who volunteers their time.
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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.orgLearn to Earn — Catholic Charities
Internships in food prep & clerical work.Level Up — Catholic Charities
Youth job training and stipends.
Phone: (667) 600-3451MOED Career Centers
Free job readiness help. No appointment needed.
Locations: Eastside (410) 396-9030, Northwest (410) 396-7873, South (410) 396-1052St. Edward’s Automotive Training — Catholic Charities
Automotive technician training.
Phone: (667) 600-3140Turnaround Tuesday
Job search help, resume prep, leadership development.
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Food Services
40 West Assistance & Referral Center
Food and material assistance. Requires ID.
40west.orgBea Gaddy Family Center
Walk-in pantry open Mon–Thurs. Registration required Mon–Wed.
Email: beagaddy@bea-gaddy.orgBeans & Bread
Daily breakfast & lunch, plus housing & mental health services.
Phone: (410) 662-0500
vincentbaltimore.orgBmore Community Food
$10 produce boxes (20 lbs per 3 family members).
Facebook:facebook.com/food4bmoreBmore Community Food Delivery
Delivery for the disabled or elderly.
Phone: (301) 674-2552City Place on the Avenue
Thursday grocery giveaway, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Phone: (240) 705-4345First Mount Calvary Baptist Food Pantry
Prepared meals Mon–Wed, pantry 3rd & 4th Fridays, grab-and-go Wed. Phone: (410) 728-8782Fishes & Loaves Food Pantry
Food, diapers, formula.
Phone: (410) 525-0969
Email: flpbaltimore@gmail.com
Facebook:facebook.com/fishesandloavespantryFood Rescue Baltimore
Weekly free food at multiple locations.
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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) 396-3023The Baltimore Station
Support for veterans: housing, counseling, job training.
Phone: (410) 752-4454 x301
Email: outreach@baltimorestation.orgCatholic Charities Senior Communities
Affordable housing for adults 62+.
Phone: (667) 600-2280
cc-md.org/senior-communitiesCivic Works Elder Services
Home repairs and safety modifications for seniors.
Phone: (410) 366-8533
Email: info@civicworks.comChristopher Place Employment Academy
Residential program for men experiencing homelessness.
Phone: (667) 600-3420Day Center for Homeless Individuals
Toiletries, clothing, job resources, daily dinner.
Phone: (443) 201-3428Family 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.orgAHF Pharmacy
PrEP and HIV medication provider. Confidential delivery offered.
Phone: (410) 246-4877Baltimore Abortion Fund
Financial and logistical abortion care support.
Phone: (443) 853-8445
baltimoreabortionfund.orgBaltimore City Community Risk Reduction Services
Needle exchange, overdose prevention, and STI testing.
Van info: (410) 371-2596
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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.orgBaltimore 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) 855-4222Baltimore Action Legal Team (BALT) — Community Bail Fund
Offers financial assistance for bail and home detention through community donations. Email: fundsupport@baltimoreactionlegal.orgEmployment 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) 422-9500Esperanza Center
Immigrant resource center providing legal aid, education, healthcare access, reunification services, English classes. Services available in Spanish and English.
Phone: (667) 600-2900FreeState Justice Legal Services
Offers legal support and referrals for low-income LGBTQ+ Maryland residents.
Phone: (443) 977-4254
Email: intake@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) 642-4220National 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) 625-4215Vocational 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) 491-5775Work4Success — Catholic Charities
Free week-long job prep program including training, resume support, and interview skills.
Phone: (667) 600-3411
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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/