Center for Hope

06/04/2026

🚧 Exciting things are happening at Center for Hope!

You may have noticed some construction and renovation work taking place around our building. These improvements are all part of our ongoing commitment to creating a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment for the individuals, families, and communities we serve.

We’re building more than spaces. We’re building opportunities for hope, healing, and connection.

Big improvements are coming to Center for Hope. Stay tuned for updates! 💙

06/04/2026

Community. Prevention. Resources. Hope.

This Gun Violence Awareness Month, join Center for Hope and our community partners as we connect Baltimore residents with resources that support health, safety, wellness, and opportunity.

Together, we can create stronger, safer communities.

06/03/2026

Ready to feel confident in the courtroom?

Join our intensive 3-day workshop designed to help child abuse multi-disciplinary team (MDT) professionals strengthen and refine their testimony skills—whether you’re brand new to testifying or looking to overcome uncertainty on the stand.

This training is ideal for:

• MDT professionals

• Forensic interviewers

• Anyone who may be subpoenaed to provide expert or lay testimony

If the thought of testifying makes you uneasy—or you just want to sharpen your skills—this workshop is for you.

🔗 Learn more and register today: forensicinterview.org/calendar

06/02/2026

What an incredible weekend at LifeBridge Health's Boardwalk to Better Health JCC Block Party!

Center for Hope was proud to be part of this community celebration, connecting with more than 3,000 attendees throughout the day. Our team had the opportunity to share information about our programs, resources, and support services while engaging in meaningful conversations with community members and families.

Events like these help us build connections, raise awareness, and ensure individuals and families know where to turn when they need support. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table and helped make the day such a success.

06/01/2026

This Gun Violence Awareness Month, Center for Hope is proud to partner with Ad Council on the campaign. Learn more about this important effort at AgreeToAgree.org.

Gun violence continues to be a critical issue that impacts families and communities across the country every day. This , our “Agree to Agree” campaign encourages people to take simple actions that can keep their loved ones safe from firearm injuries. There are simple actions we all can take to help curb this crisis. Learn more at AgreeToAgree.org.

05/29/2026

We are still deeply grateful for the generous $800,000 investment in HopeLine announced last week at Center for Hope. This support strengthens our commitment to ensuring individuals and families impacted by violence and trauma can access compassionate care, resources, and support through one trusted number.

We thank Senator Chris Van Hollen, representatives from Senator Angela Alsobrooks’ office, Congressmen Kweisi Mfume and Johnny Olszewski, LifeBridge Health leadership, community partners, elected officials, and all who continue to advance healing and safer communities across Baltimore.

We also welcome additional partners, donors, and supporters to join us in expanding hope and access to care.

05/28/2026

More moments from Spring Bling at Center for Hope 💙✨

Held on May 14, Spring Bling was more than just an event. It was a celebration of creativity, connection, and youth leadership.

We’re still reflecting on all the unforgettable moments shared by the incredible young people in our KUJI and DIVAS programs. From laughter and dancing to meaningful conversations and community, the energy throughout the evening was truly inspiring.

These photos capture even more special moments from a night our youth helped bring to life with their vision, passion, and teamwork. We are so proud of them and grateful to everyone who helped make Spring Bling such a success.

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

Congratulations to our incredible Safe Streets teammates who were recognized at the MONSE Annual Retreat 2026! 💛🖤

We are proud to celebrate the dedication, leadership, and life-saving work happening across our Safe Streets sites every single day. Our teams were honored in 5 out of 6 award categories, including Team of the Year!

🏆 Team of the Year — McElderry Park
🏆 Site Director of the Year — Kennard Miles (McElderry Park)
🏆 Site Supervisor of the Year — Antonio Stewart (Park Heights)
🏆 Violence Prevention Coordinator of the Year — Denise Preddy (Franklin Square)
🏆 Violence Interrupters of the Year — Antoine Burton (Park Heights) & Dantrell Green (Brooklyn)
🏆 Rising Star Award — Devin Pretlow (Park Heights)
🏆 Hero Award / Recognition of Heroism — Davon Crawford (Sandtown)

We also celebrate Arnetta Shelton from MONSE, who was recognized as MONSE Team Member of the Year. 🎉

Thank you all for your commitment to violence prevention, healing, and creating safer communities across Baltimore.

05/26/2026

Baltimore cut its homicide rate by 60% from 2021 to 2025—largely through a public health approach to gun violence.