Economic Vitality
Building Wealth and Opportunity for Residents
Economic Vitality
Building Wealth and Opportunity for Residents
Local business incubation, workforce development, and catalytic community funds fueling a self-sustaining economy.
Economic vitality means creating pathways for Cherry Hill residents and local entrepreneurs to build generational wealth, launch and grow businesses, and access family-sustaining careers.
Cherry Hill Strong works to connect residents with workforce training, small business support, financial navigation, and economic opportunities emerging across Baltimore and the Middle Branch waterfront.
Through groundbreaking initiatives like the Barrier Mitigation Fund and Cherry Hill Baby Fund, we provide direct economic relief while partnering with employers, educational institutions, and financial partners to build lasting community wealth.
Key initiatives include incubating community-owned businesses in retail space, expanding multi-generational workforce development, and establishing a community food co-op in partnership with Black Yield Institute.
Economic Vitality
Key Focus Areas in Economic Vitality
Targeted, resident-led initiatives designed to drive generational change in Cherry Hill.
Barrier Mitigation Fund (BMF)
Providing rapid-response financial relief to help residents eliminate urgent obstacles to employment, housing, transportation, and certification.
Cherry Hill Baby Fund
Offering cash payments and economic security for pregnant mothers and newborns to ensure strong, stress-free starts to life.
Small Business Incubation & Retail Activation
Supporting local entrepreneurs with technical assistance, micro-grants, and brick-and-mortar storefront opportunities along Cherry Hill Road.
Community Food Co-Op & Food Sovereignty
Partnering with Black Yield Institute to eliminate food apartheid and establish resident-owned fresh food distribution.
Partners in Economic Vitality
Transformational work is only possible through aligned, dedicated partnerships.
Black Yield Institute
Food Sovereignty & Cooperative Economics Lead
South Baltimore Gateway Partnership (SBGP)
Community Investment & Capital Catalyst
SB7 Coalition
Regional Community Benefits & Economic Alignment
Weller Development
Waterfront Development & Economic Catalyst
Mayor's Office of Employment Development
Workforce Readiness & Jobs Partner
Explore Other Pillars
Pillar 01Cradle-to-Career Education
Strengthening learning opportunities from early childhood through college, career, and lifelong success.
Pillar 02High-Quality Affordable Housing
High-quality, affordable homes that anchor families and build lasting generational wealth without resident displacement.
Pillar 04Community Wellness
Healthcare services, mental health resources, and cultural connection keeping neighbors thriving together.