Does the Mr. Mack Lewis Foundation provide these services directly?

Some of them. The Foundation runs food distribution, youth boxing, health screenings, academics and mentoring, and summer camp directly. Everything on this page is a partner organization we refer families to when the help they need is outside what we provide ourselves.

What does the check mark on a listing mean?

It means someone at the Foundation confirmed that organization's phone number, hours and services — either by calling them or by checking their own website — on the date shown beside it. Listings without a check mark are still real referrals, but we haven't confirmed the details recently.

How current is this information?

Every listing shows the date it was last confirmed. Hours and phone numbers at community organizations change often, so please call ahead before traveling — especially if the confirmation date is several months old.

I can't find what I need. Can you help?

Yes. Call the Foundation at (443) 449-5690 or visit us at 929 N. Caroline Street, Suite A. If we can't help directly, we'll do our best to connect you with someone who can.

My organization should be listed. How do we get added?

Contact the Foundation at TheMackLewisFoundation@gmail.com with your services, eligibility requirements, hours and contact details. We confirm every listing before it goes on the site.

Community Resources

Find the help you need in Baltimore.

The Mr. Mack Lewis Foundation connects families with trusted organizations across Baltimore offering housing, employment, food, healthcare, recovery, legal help and financial assistance. If we don't provide the service ourselves, we'll help you find someone who does.

Hours and phone numbers at community organizations change often. Every listing shows when we last confirmed it — please call ahead before traveling.

Housing & Shelter.

B-HiP — Baltimore Homeownership Incentive Program

Checked Jul 21

Up to $10,000 or more to help you buy a home in Baltimore City.

When: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: City Hall, Room 250, 100 N. Holliday Street, Baltimore, MD 21202

Before you go: Take the homeownership class BEFORE you make an offer on a house.

Call 410-396-3124 Full details

The Terraces at Park Heights

Checked Jul 21

Affordable apartments for seniors. Housing vouchers accepted.

Where: 4710 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215

Before you go: Someone in the household must be 62 or older.

Call 410-578-8000 Full details

Employment & Job Training.

YH2O Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Checked Jul 21

Get paid $3,460 to train for a water and public works career.

Where: 101 W. 24th Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
Cost: Free — participants are paid a stipend

Before you go: You must be out of work or underemployed, and not in another training program.

Call 410-396-6722 Full details

Chimes

Checked Jul 21

A large employer hiring across Maryland, with help paying for school.

Where: 4815 Seton Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215

Call 410-358-6400 Full details

Food & Nutrition.

GEDCO CARES Food PantryFree

Checked Jul 21

Free groceries for four North Baltimore zip codes.

When: Food distribution: Monday & Thursday 9:00-11:00 AM, Saturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Where: 401 Woodbourne Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21212
Zip codes: Serving 21210, 21212, 21218, 21239

Before you go: Bring photo ID and a piece of mail with your address.

Call (443) 470-6545 Full details

Paul's PlaceFree

Checked Jul 21

A free hot lunch, every weekday.

When: Lunch: Monday-Friday, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: 1118 Ward Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

Call 410-625-0775 Full details

Eating Together — Senior Meals

Checked Jul 21

A free meal and company, for anyone 60 and over.

When: Serving times vary by site
Cost: Free — a voluntary, anonymous donation is invited but never required

Before you go: Book at the meal site itself, 2 days ahead — not by phone.

Call 443-573-0161 (Baltimore City)Full details

Health & Wellness.

PACE of West Baltimore

Checked Jul 21

Full medical, home and social care so you can stay living at home.

When: Center hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: 3201-A Tioga Parkway, Baltimore, MD 21215
Cost: No cost if you have Medicaid, or both Medicare and Medicaid. A fee applies with Medicare only. Private pay is also available.

Before you go: Call to find out if you qualify — it depends on a care assessment, not just age.

Call (443) 961-0796 Full details

ZERO Prostate Cancer — Patient NavigationFree

Checked Jul 21

A free personal guide through prostate cancer, by phone.

When: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM EST

Call 844-937-6628 (844-ZERO-NAV)Full details

Financial Assistance.

Southeast CDC — Family Stability ProgramFree

Checked Jul 21

Emergency help with rent, BGE or water, plus a year of support.

Where: 3323 Eastern Avenue, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21224

Before you go: Your child must attend one of seven named schools.

Call (410) 342-3234 Full details

Fuel Fund of MarylandFree to apply

Checked Jul 21

Help paying part of your BGE bill.

When: Applications open Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Before you go: Apply online Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9am to 12pm only.

Visit website Full details

Burial Assistance — Maryland Dept of Human ServicesFree to apply

Checked Jul 21

Help with funeral costs when someone on public assistance dies.

Before you go: Apply before you pay — they cannot pay you back afterwards.

Call 1-800-332-6347 Full details

Returning Citizens.

Maryland Re-Entry Initiative — Baltimore CityFree

Checked Jul 21

Help with expungement, job training and finding work after prison.

Where: Northwest American Job Center / The Reentry Center, 2401 Liberty Heights Avenue, Suite 302, Baltimore, MD 21215 (Mondawmin Mall)

Call 410-396-7873 Full details

Not sure where to start?

Tell us what you need and we'll point you to the right place — whether that's one of our programs or one of these partners.

Request help Call (443) 449-5690

FAQ

Common questions.

Does the Mr. Mack Lewis Foundation provide these services directly?: Some of them. The Foundation runs food distribution, youth boxing, health screenings, academics and mentoring, and summer camp directly. Everything on this page is a partner organization we refer families to when the help they need is outside what we provide ourselves.
What does the check mark on a listing mean?: It means someone at the Foundation confirmed that organization's phone number, hours and services — either by calling them or by checking their own website — on the date shown beside it. Listings without a check mark are still real referrals, but we haven't confirmed the details recently.
How current is this information?: Every listing shows the date it was last confirmed. Hours and phone numbers at community organizations change often, so please call ahead before traveling — especially if the confirmation date is several months old.
I can't find what I need. Can you help?: Yes. Call the Foundation at (443) 449-5690 or visit us at 929 N. Caroline Street, Suite A. If we can't help directly, we'll do our best to connect you with someone who can.
My organization should be listed. How do we get added?: Contact the Foundation at TheMackLewisFoundation@gmail.com with your services, eligibility requirements, hours and contact details. We confirm every listing before it goes on the site.