Baltimore Nonprofit Expands to Address Youth Homelessness

Springboard Community Services opens new 25,000-sq-ft training center to help young people in need.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Springboard Community Services, a Baltimore nonprofit, has launched an ambitious project to address the city's growing homelessness crisis among young people. The organization has raised nearly $18 million to open a new 25,000-square-foot youth training center, located just a block behind City Hall.

Why it matters

Youth homelessness is a significant issue in Baltimore, with many young people lacking access to the resources and support they need. Springboard's new training center aims to provide comprehensive services, job skills, and housing assistance to help get vulnerable youth back on their feet.

The details

The new youth training center will be the first of its kind in the state of Maryland. It is located at 210 East Lexington Street, just a block behind Baltimore's City Hall. Springboard Community Services has raised almost $18 million to fund the 25,000-square-foot facility, which is slated for completion in Spring 2027.

  • Springboard Community Services launched the project in 2026.
  • The new youth training center is scheduled to open in Spring 2027.

The players

Springboard Community Services

A Baltimore nonprofit organization focused on addressing homelessness and providing support services to vulnerable populations.

F.T. Burden

The executive director of Springboard Community Services.

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What they’re saying

“It's a historic building and we've raised almost $18 million to do this facility.”

— F.T. Burden, Executive Director, Springboard Community Services (wbal.com)

What’s next

The new youth training center is scheduled to open in Spring 2027, providing comprehensive services and support to help address youth homelessness in Baltimore.

The takeaway

Springboard Community Services' investment in a new 25,000-square-foot youth training center demonstrates a proactive approach to tackling the growing issue of homelessness among young people in Baltimore. This facility will offer critical resources and opportunities to help vulnerable youth get back on their feet.