February 1st marks the start of Black History Month. During this time, we have a chance to focus on the significant role Black populations have played in shaping the world and to celebrate their contributions to society that have often gone overlooked.

Pass the Mic features the voices and stories of people with a lived experience of homelessness. In this edition, hear from Deborah - a US Army veteran, Bingo lover and lifelong volunteer. 

Follow a “Day in the life” of SOAR, one of our littlest known programs that makes a big impact for people experiencing homelessness with mental health disabilities. SOAR Coordinator Mina Davis-Harrison and Disability Outreach Assistant Specialists Dave Ramsey and Natasha Legette facilitate the national “SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery” program for all of Baltimore City.

Youth Empowered Society (YES) is Baltimore City’s only drop-in center for youth experiencing homelessness. We chatted with Program Director Ciera Dunlap about the need for youth services, the new location and the year ahead.

Many of our public policies create and prolong homelessness. Regardless of the political party in office, each of us has the power and responsibility to https://nhchc.org/make our values known.

Have you ever felt like throwing up your hands in frustration? Sometimes it can feel like “nothing” is working or “everything” is against you. Each of us has strengths. Even if the odds are truly against us, there are actions we can take. 

Send one email today to advocate for housing that serves all Marylanders. Let Governor Moore know that more permanent supportive housing is a good thing—and urge him to stay the course. 

At our annual staff holiday party, we take time to honor and celebrate staff members who best represent our Core Values and one HCH-er at Heart.

Larrice is a mother, grandmother, teacher, cook and storyteller who was recently featured in our original documentary, “Taking Care: Portraits from Baltimore.”

Founded in 1979, the Maryland Food Bank provides six million meals a year in Maryland through its partnership with nearly 1,200 soup kitchens, pantries, shelters, and community-based organizations. Learn more about their work.