Grow Home

At Grow Home Baltimore, we support our neighbors through community clean-ups, tree planting, free workforce training, mental health education, and youth sports. 🌱
On National Do Something Good for Your Neighbors Day, we encourage you to do something kind—even a simple wave or hello counts! 👋

Our May 20th Forklift training date is full already! Don't forget to sign up for our next one in June!

Wednesday, May 20 (FULL)
Wednesday, June 17
Wednesday, July 15

If you're a Maryland resident seeking employment, look no further. Build your skills and boost your job readiness at one of Grow Home’s monthly intensive Workforce Development training events.
- No experience required
- Earn official forklift certification
- Meet one-on-one with a Grow Home case manager for support with: SNAP benefits registration, Job seeker resources, Career planning and next steps toward sustainable employment

📍Training Location: City of Refuge Baltimore, 3501 7th St, Baltimore, MD 21225

Space is limited and registration is required, walk-ins cannot be accommodated.
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We can't wait to meet you! 🚧

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms and mother figures out there! 💐 Your love, guidance, and support make a big impact every day. Wishing you a wonderful and well-deserved day!

It’s National Want to Have a Catch Day! ⚾️
Grow Home is proud to provide free or reduced-cost athletics to over 1,000 local youth, giving them the chance to enjoy a game of catch and stay active. 🙌

It’s National Skilled Trades Day! 🔧
Did you know forklift operation is a skilled trade that can pay up to $25/hour? Learn more about Grow Home’s free Forklift Training & Certification here: www.growhomebaltimore.org/training-events/

Our May 20th Forklift training date is full already! Don't forget to sign up for our next one in June!

Wednesday, May 20 (FULL)
Wednesday, June 17
Wednesday, July 15

If you're a Maryland resident seeking employment, look no further. Build your skills and boost your job readiness at one of Grow Home’s monthly intensive Workforce Development training events.
- No experience required
- Earn official forklift certification
- Meet one-on-one with a Grow Home case manager for support with: SNAP benefits registration, Job seeker resources, Career planning and next steps toward sustainable employment

📍Training Location: City of Refuge Baltimore, 3501 7th St, Baltimore, MD 21225

Space is limited and registration is required, walk-ins cannot be accommodated.
https://loom.ly/thXj1Qk

We can't wait to meet you! 🚧

From his first week at the University of Maryland School of Social Work to founding Grow Home, Michael Dorsey’s journey has always been about more than just green spaces—it’s about the people who grow within them. 🌿

We are so proud to see our Executive Director featured in Voyage Baltimore! Dive into the story of how a passion for community organizing and social work turned into a mission to transform Baltimore’s landscapes and lives.
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The turnout for our last few Forklift Training workshops have been incredible! Spots have been filling up fast, but don't worry, we've added 3 more dates to choose from! Make sure to register for our next sessions ASAP before it fills up!

💚 Wednesday, May 20
💛 Wednesday, June 17

Boost your job readiness at Grow Home’s next Workforce Development event. No experience is needed! Complete our course to get officially forklift certified and meet one-on-one with a dedicated case manager who can help you register for SNAP benefits, access job seeker resources, and plan your career path.

Dates:
🗓️ Wednesday, May 20th
🗓️ Wednesday, June 17

📍 Location: City of Refuge Baltimore (3501 7th St, Baltimore, MD 21225)

🔗 Sign up today: growhomebaltimore.org/training-events/

Happy Arbor Day!

Our annual tree planting is underway! 🌱 Last year, Grow Home planted 1,000+ trees and shrubs across Baltimore and the surrounding area, and we’re aiming to top that and make an even bigger green impact this year. 🌳

“Earth thrives when communities come together, every garden planted, every hand helping, every piece of trash picked up, and every small act of care creates a stronger, more sustainable future for us all.” 🌱
— GrowHomeBaltimore.org