Baltimore Community Lending

Baltimore Community Lending Our service area is Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, Carroll County, Anne Arundel County, Harford County, and Howard County.

Baltimore Community Lending is a CDFI that supports the revitalization and strengthening of underserved communities in the Baltimore Region through innovative and flexible financial assistance for real estate developers and small business owners. Baltimore Community Lending provides loan capital to small real estate developers and small business owners who have no relationship with or are unable t

o get a loan from a bank, and who are committed to developing underserved neighborhoods. We work with the government, foundations, financial institutions, community stakeholders, anchor institutions, and small business owners early in the planning process to provide small-to-mid size capital solutions leading to a more diverse and economically balanced Baltimore.

Big dreams need the right support system❤️.BCL's Frank B. Coakley Business Development & Resource Center at is designed...
05/27/2026

Big dreams need the right support system❤️.

BCL's Frank B. Coakley Business Development & Resource Center at is designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners access the tools, guidance, and resources needed to grow with confidence🔥.

From one-on-one coaching and business strategy support to workshops, networking opportunities, and operational guidance, the BD&RC is here to help move your business forward.

Ready to level up your business?
Schedule time with our team today:
https://calendly.com/kclark_business?fbclid=IwY2xjawHyQOBleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHey5OD8jbgkEvHoBFm7JEN_Zj9Ms2uUjFG-4SO462K4eIbEQ3s4-vlptDA_aem_oqS1UugxtSRPgbdP4IM_IQ

The BD&RC provides personalized guidance, workshops, training, and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs and businesses across multiple growth stages✅.

We have exciting news! BCL is growing!We’re hiring a Small Business Advisor & Program Officer to support local entrepren...
05/06/2026

We have exciting news! BCL is growing!

We’re hiring a Small Business Advisor & Program Officer to support local entrepreneurs and small business owners. This role is all about helping businesses thrive, providing one-on-one guidance, connecting clients to resources, and supporting programs that open doors to capital and opportunity.

At Baltimore Community Lending, our mission is rooted in expanding access and building stronger communities and this role will play a big part in that work.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Or interested yourself?

✅Check out more details and how to apply here:
https://bclending.org/who-we-are/careers/

Let’s continue building opportunity together!

Your personal finances and your business finances are more connected than you think.The way you manage your credit, spen...
04/10/2026

Your personal finances and your business finances are more connected than you think.

The way you manage your credit, spending, and overall financial health can directly impact your ability to access capital and grow your business.

Join us on April 22nd as we partner with Bowie State University for a free virtual session:
Financing Your Business: The Interconnectivity of Personal & Business Finance

You will walk away with practical insights on managing your finances, preparing for capital, and building a stronger financial foundation.

Don't miss this!
Register here: https://calendly.com/kclark_business/the-interconnectivity-of-personal-business-finance?back=1&month=2026-04

We’re proud to be part of the continued transformation of the Upton community here in Baltimore.In partnership with Harr...
04/09/2026

We’re proud to be part of the continued transformation of the Upton community here in Baltimore.

In partnership with Harrison Development and aligned with the Upton Planning Committee’s vision for “The Upton of tomorrow,” we’re helping move forward Phase 3, The Division Street Project.

Through strategic financing as part of the Baltimore Vacant Reinvestment Initiative (BVRI), this effort will bring nine vacant properties back to life as new homeownership opportunities for residents.

We were honored to attend the first ribbon cutting alongside Watchen Bruce , BCL Senior Loan Officer Tracy Evans, Secretary Jake Day and Assistant Commissioner Wendi Redfern-Curtis to celebrate this milestone.

This is what it looks like when partnership, vision, and investment come together to create real, lasting change.

04/09/2026

Baltimore, we’re showing up for YOU! 💼✨

Join us at the Future: Forward Financial & Career Summit on Saturday, April 18th from 10AM–2PM at Western High School!

Whether you’re looking to level up your career, explore homeownership, or get connected to valuable financial tools—this is the place to be.

🔥 What to expect:• Resume & LinkedIn support• Job recruitment + readiness help• Financial resources & homeownership guidance• Networking with professionals & community partners

Come out, bring a friend, and take a step toward your future. We can’t wait to see you there!

Packed house. Real conversations. Real opportunity. 🔥Developers from across the DMV and East Coast showed up and showed ...
03/25/2026

Packed house. Real conversations. Real opportunity. 🔥

Developers from across the DMV and East Coast showed up and showed out for Coffee & Construction with Joanna Jane of O’Hara Development Partners. The energy in the room said it all.

From strategic funding insights to on-the-ground perspectives, attendees learned what it actually takes to get deals done and projects moving. 🏗️☕

One thing was clear: Baltimore is full of opportunity and people are paying attention.

Attendees left inspired, and equipped with new connections, fresh perspectives, and a clearer path forward.

This is what happens when the right people get in the room. 🤝
Watchen Bruce
Lyndsae' Peele
Alex Aaron

Join O’Hara Development Partners at our headquarters for Coffee & Construction. Real Talk. Real Deals. Real Development....
03/11/2026

Join O’Hara Development Partners at our headquarters for Coffee & Construction.
Real Talk. Real Deals. Real Development.

This will be a dynamic convening bringing together developers, lenders, community partners, and aspiring investors from across the DC, Maryland & Virginia region for honest conversations about what it truly takes to build and win in today’s market.

From acquisitions and construction strategy to capital stacking and securing funding, this event will provide practical insights from experienced practitioners who are actively getting deals done.

Then we’re taking the conversation beyond the room with a guided property tour showcasing development opportunities in Baltimore!

☕ Two power-packed panels
🏗 Real-world development insights
💰 Strategic funding conversations
🏙 Baltimore property tour

Register here and you’ll leave with clarity, connections, and actionable next steps!

https://lnkd.in/ethXe54A

03/09/2026

Baltimore’s neighborhoods are filled with potential but vacant homes have too often stood in the way of that promise. What if those properties could instead become the foundation for new beginnings?

That’s the vision behind the Watchen Bruce Neighborhood Renewal Initiative, led by Baltimore Community Lending. By bringing together developers, community partners, and mission-driven funders, the initiative focuses on transforming vacant properties into quality housing, stronger blocks, and long-term neighborhood investment.

During Women’s History Month, this effort also celebrates the leadership of women shaping Baltimore’s future. Named in honor of Watchen Harris Bruce, the initiative recognizes her decades of dedication to community revitalization and the belief that meaningful change starts with opportunity and collaboration.

Through this work, we’re helping ensure that vacant housing no longer defines Baltimore’s story but becomes part of how our communities rebuild, grow, and thrive. 🏡✨
Watchen Bruce

What an incredible morning last week at the kickoff breakfast for the Watchen Bruce Neighborhood Renewal Initiative. ✨Co...
02/25/2026

What an incredible morning last week at the kickoff breakfast for the Watchen Bruce Neighborhood Renewal Initiative. ✨

Community leaders, partners, funders, and stakeholders filled the room with conversation, connection, and a shared belief that vacant housing does not have to define our neighborhoods. Instead, it can serve as the catalyst for stability, opportunity, and renewed investment.

Pledges were made. Partnerships were strengthened. Momentum was built.

The energy in the room signaled something important: this work is not theoretical. It is actionable. After more than 30 years of leading this work, we know that when action begins, transformation follows. We are prepared to carry that momentum forward.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who showed up, leaned in, and committed to being part of this next chapter of impact.
Watchen Bruce

Come see us next week! There's still time!Join BCL and the Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce for a morning of connectio...
02/19/2026

Come see us next week! There's still time!

Join BCL and the Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce for a morning of connection, conversation, and community.

This is a chance to build real relationships, talk about access to capital, and discover resources that help Baltimore’s small businesses grow and thrive.

Stop by for coffee, light refreshments, and meaningful connections with organizations committed to uplifting Baltimore’s business community.

✨ Register today and secure your spot!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/coffee-with-capital-tickets-1980192358650?aff=oddtdtcreator

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301 North Calvert Street
Baltimore, MD
21202

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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