The Abell Foundation is committed to improving health, economic, and educational outcomes in Baltimore City. The foundation aims to address issues of historic segregation, disinvestment, and persistent racial discrimination in Baltimore.

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The Abell Foundation is dedicated to the enhancement of the quality of life in Maryland, with a particular focus on Baltimore. The Foundation places a strong emphasis on opening the doors of opportunity to the disenfranchised, believing that no community can thrive if those who live on the margins of it are not included.

The Foundation is committed to being an agent of change by:

*Supporting innovative efforts to solve systemic social, economic and environmental problems.
*Providing research to better inform civic conversation about relevant issues.
*Investing in new technologies that have the potential to benefit society.

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Through a partnership with @ubaltlaw and the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Services, the Human Trafficking Prevention Project provides legal representation to survivors of human trafficking in criminal and civil matters. Learn more about how the project is expanding services: https://lnkd.in/exE85q3P

“I now know that even with a conviction, there are no limits. I am capable and deserving of more.” From Prison Cells to PhD is helping scholars like Rachelle pursue higher education and reenter the workforce after being incarcerated. 
https://lnkd.in/e-WDENhD

Turnaround Tuesday is creating a win-win situation for Baltimore’s institutions and unemployed residents. In 2022, it placed 260 people into quality jobs paying over $15/hour at local hospitals and universities. 
https://lnkd.in/e6ym9H47

A recent Abell-funded study shows that the homebuying program at St. Ambrose Housing Aid Center, Inc. has helped low- and moderate-income families become homeowners and build equity. In fact, appreciation on the homes still occupied by the original buyer has averaged $96,000. Read this great story in the Baltimore Fishbowl to learn more about St. Ambrose’s model and the impact they’ve had.

In a pair of companion reports released today, researchers from the University of Maryland examine the current state of police-community relations in Baltimore City and how certain initiatives could help to improve them. 

In focus groups and interviews for Part 1, Black Baltimoreans shared their honest opinions and hopes for the future. Part 2 explores how other cities implemented alternative responses to non-criminal emergency calls, like mental health crises, to glean lessons Baltimore can apply as it expands its own program. 

Read the reports to learn more.

Only about 50% of students graduating from City Schools go on to a 2- or 4-year college. Our grantees iMentor, CollegeBound Foundation, Building STEPS, and University System of Maryland are working to improve college outcome for City Schools students. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g6JygVYp

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