Baltimore Children & Youth Fund Hosts Summer of Possibilities Fair

Free community event connects families with over $2 million in publicly funded summer programs for local youth

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:30pm

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A highly stylized, silkscreen-inspired illustration depicting a grid of brightly colored, abstracted hands engaged in a craft activity, representing the interactive and engaging nature of the Summer of Possibilities Fair.The vibrant Summer of Possibilities Fair brought families together to explore a wealth of publicly funded summer programs for Baltimore's youth.Baltimore Today

The Baltimore Children & Youth Fund (BCYF) hosted its annual 'Summer of Possibilities Fair' on Saturday at R House, providing families with a hands-on look at more than $2 million in publicly funded summer camps and programs available to children across Baltimore City. The interactive event featured live performances, crafts, and other family-friendly activities, allowing kids to explore new interests while parents connected directly with the organizations offering enriching summer experiences.

Why it matters

The Summer of Possibilities Fair is a key initiative of the BCYF, a nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of young people in Baltimore by providing direct funding and educational resources to community-based youth organizations. The event aims to increase access to summer programs, particularly for underserved communities, and strengthen the city's overall youth ecosystem.

The details

At the fair, families were able to sign up on-site for a wide range of summer programs funded through the BCYF's $2 million Summer of Possibilities Fund. The programs span education, health, safety, and enrichment, with a focus on supporting BIPOC-led organizations and serving youth ages 14 to 24.

  • The Summer of Possibilities Fair was held this past Saturday, April 13, 2026.
  • The BCYF's $2 million Summer of Possibilities Fund provides annual investment to support youth programs across Baltimore City.

The players

Baltimore Children & Youth Fund (BCYF)

A nonprofit, city-funded initiative dedicated to improving the lives of young people across Baltimore by providing direct funding and educational resources to community-based youth organizations.

Alysia Lee

President and CEO of the Baltimore Children & Youth Fund.

R House

The venue that hosted the Summer of Possibilities Fair in Baltimore.

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What they’re saying

“The Summer of Possibilities Fair is just a snapshot of what access to resources can look like when families are able to engage directly with the organizations serving Baltimore's young people.”

— Alysia Lee, President and CEO, Baltimore Children & Youth Fund

What’s next

The Baltimore Children & Youth Fund plans to continue hosting the Summer of Possibilities Fair annually to connect families with the wide range of publicly funded summer programs available to Baltimore youth.

The takeaway

The Summer of Possibilities Fair demonstrates the Baltimore Children & Youth Fund's commitment to ensuring equitable access to enriching summer experiences for all young people in the city, regardless of their background or family resources.