COMMUNITY PROJECTS

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FRESH PRODUCE DISTRIBUTION

This ongoing initiative supports families in the Highlandtown District by providing them with monthly deliveries of fresh produce. In addition to the food, we offer nutrition education to help families make healthy, affordable choices. The program serves around 80 families and requires continuous resources each month to provide fresh produce, educational materials, and access to professional nutrition educators. In 2024 we distributed over 900 fresh produce bags.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL DRIVE

Every year, we collect and distribute backpacks filled with school supplies to students at Highlandtown Elementary/Middle Schools and to families served by Native American Lifelines of Baltimore. This drive is aimed at ensuring that children in these communities start the school year prepared and equipped for success. In 2024 we distributed backpacks and school supplies to 250 students.

THANKSGIVING BASKETS

In 2024, the Urban Life Center distributed 65 Thanksgiving Baskets to families of our community with the generous support of partners like First Fruits Farm, Aldi, Walmart, Safeway, and Versacare Foundation. Our goal is to increase that number in 2025, bringing a warm Thanksgiving meal to more families in need.

CHRISTMAS TOY DRIVE

During the holiday season, our Toy Drive brings joy and holiday cheer to families in our community. We aim to ensure that every child has a special gift to unwrap on Christmas, brightening their holiday season and spreading hope and happiness. In 2024 we served 165 families and over 450 toys were delivered to children in Baltimore.