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Local Tech Luminary Rebecca Rosenberg Created an App to Help People with Low Vision
The founder of ReBokeh—“like a photo-editing app for real life”—shines a light on Baltimore’s thriving tech scene.
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Author Carole Boston Weatherford is Reclaiming Maryland History
This year’s One Maryland One Book pick—Weatherford's novel-in-verse titled 'Kin: Rooted in Hope'—celebrates generations of Black excellence.
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The Violet Project is Giving Young People Real Answers to Sexual Health Questions
The one-stop-shop digital health platform also provides resources like free STI testing, menstrual and contraceptive products, and a direct line to health care professionals.
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Professional Skateboarder Joey Jett is Paying it Forward
In his own words, the Towson native explains the sense of belonging he found in the sport growing up—and how he's sharing that with the kids he teaches today.
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Kayenecha Daugherty Advocates for Baltimore’s “Creative Nomads”
Her nonprofit provides arts entrepreneurs—as well as youth and families—access to professional development, resources, and networking.
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Shelonda Stokes is Determined to Make Downtown The Best It Can Be
Since officially becoming the president of Downtown Partnership of Baltimore in 2020, Stokes has more than doubled revenues and created multiple programs supporting local business owners.
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James Evans is Amplifying Marginalized Voices in Animal Welfare
CARE, the first national animal welfare organization of color in the country, focuses not just on pets, but their owners—addressing issues that negatively impact brown and Black communities.
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Patrice Hutton Helps Baltimore Students Express Themselves Through Creative Writing
Hutton founded Writers in Baltimore Schools, an in-class program that has expanded to offer writers’ workshops, mini retreats, and a summer camp.
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Baltimore Weddings Readers Poll 2025
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Franklyn Baker Takes a Direct Approach to Serving Baltimore Communities
The president and CEO of United Way of Central Maryland has doubled down on homelessness prevention, educational equity initiatives, and diversifying staff.
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Adam Rosenberg Works to Break the Cycle of Child Abuse and Domestic Violence
The Jill Fox Center for Hope, where Rosenberg serves as executive director, includes comprehensive support services for child abuse, domestic violence, and community violence, as well as elder justice for survivors, caregivers, and communities.
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These Social Entrepreneurs are Redefining Business in Baltimore
Meet a handful of professionals using their social impact skills to make the area a more equitable, just place to live and work.
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Discover Relentless Events at M&T Bank Stadium
Relentless Events, the Baltimore Ravens’ newly launched, year-round private events arm, is here to take your event to the next level.
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Working in Pigtown Isn’t Kim Lane’s Job—It’s Her Life
The executive director of Pigtown Main Street is passionate about supporting local businesses, as well as attracting new ones that meet the community's needs.
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David Marshall is Working to End Discrimination in Adoption
When Marshall decided he wanted to become a parent, there was no clear path to do so as a single gay man. Now, his nonprofit, Journey to Josiah, provides resources to others navigating the process.
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This Local Org Provides Adaptive Equipment to Area Kids at No Cost
Last year, Equipment Connections for Children gave out more than 1,000 pieces of equipment to young people living with disabilities, saving families a collective $800,000.
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Advocates Emphasize the Importance of Including People with Disabilities in the Workplace
Local organizations have led the way in disability work for many years. Meet a few of the people pushing for positive change:
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Ten Fun Events Supporting Worthy Causes This Season
Gatherings where you can run, walk, and even dance to give back to organizations in need.
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Ed Hrybyk’s Weekly Jazz Jams Bring Free Music to City Parks
What started as a way to provide safe live music during the pandemic is now a weekly showcase that often raises awareness for worthy causes.
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How Stephanie Persichitti Grew a Vibrant Community of Maryland Makers
The Baltimore string artist founded Makers of Maryland, a collective that amplifies local works by sharing connections and hosting regular pop-up shops.
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This Northern Baltimore County Farm Donates Millions of Pounds of Produce Annually
Executive director Richard Bernstein left his career as an investment manager to manage thousands of volunteers at First Fruits Farm.
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Cherie Brooks is Building Tomorrow’s Clean Energy Workforce
With a combination of industry know-how, determination, and deep faith, the co-founder of the Ray Lewis-backed Power52 Foundation trains at-risk individuals for careers in the energy industry.
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The Baltimore Peace Movement in Photos
Photojournalist J.M. Giordano shares images from his new book, which documents 10 years of peace advocacy in Baltimore.
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GameChanger: Araba Maze
We catch up with the founder of Storybook Maze—a local program intent on increasing literary access in underserved communities.
