Our Mission:
Empower.
A Baltimore, Maryland based 501(c)3 non-profit organization that serves Baltimore and Harford County homeless youth through programs that teach them how to get and stay happy and healthy.
Our Mission
Empower4Life is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that serves to teach children to develop the skills needed to be healthy and productive in school, feel empowered to overcome challenges they face, and inspired to learn, grow and succeed the rest of their lives.
We Believe…
That environment starts with caring, dedicated teachers who are trained to utilize a specialized curriculum to give each homeless child an opportunity to become self-sufficient and confident.
That the importance of a holistic ethos in our approach to creating welcoming learning environments for jeopardized children is paramount.
That hands on, interactive learning experiences are the most memorable for the kids.
That an integrated approach focused on nurturing the HEART, MIND and BODY of each young shelter resident will serve best in helping to guide these children to a happy, healthy life.
That by bringing play, laughter and joy to homeless children in the form of our lessons for life sessions, we can decrease the negative health impacts of homelessness.
125k+
POUNDS OF FOOD TRANSPORTED
Weekly, our volunteers help to transport hundreds of pounds of fresh produce and food that is served daily at the Eastside shelter in Rosedale providing much needed nutrients in their diet.
100k+
Supplies provided to youth
E4L holds Back-to-School and Adopt-a-Child drives twice a year to collect resources for the children we serve in Baltimore and Harford County. Our efforts with the help of the community provide brand new clothes, shoes, backpacks, school supplies, toys, and so much more for the children living in the shelters we serve. We also provide care products, clothing, and other essentials throughout the year.
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Program Sessions Conducted
E4L leads several monthly sessions with the children which help to provide the tools needed to build and maintain mental, emotional, social and spiritual health through wellness lessons and physical fitness activities. To date, we’ve conducted 450 programs and served over 2,ooo children.
October 2017
CNN Hero
With more than 75,000 nominations from more than 100 countries around the world, E4L was nominated to be a CNN Hero. A CNN film crew visited for a few days to shadow our Executive Director. Watch the highlight reel below that was used to share our work with the rest of the world!
Get Involved
Together we can give many of Baltimore’s homeless children the power to break the shackles of poverty and homelessness by helping to nourish both mind and body. With your help, we can equip these children with the tools necessary to build healthy bodies and creative minds and to instill the self-esteem that leads to dreams of productive lives. There are many ways you can help to further our mission such as:
Volunteer
Whether it’s organizing donations, pick -up and delivery of produce, program development, or grant writing, there are a number of ways you can volunteer your time for our worthy cause.
IN-kind donations
We accept many material resources to get the donated items into the hands of the folks in our community that need it the most. Keep your eyes out on our Facebook page every Thursday night at 9PM for our weekly “Take Action Thursdays” initiative.
Make a Donation
E4L is a federally recognized 501(c)3 organization operated by volunteers dedicated to helping Baltimore’s homeless children in many ways. Your donation is tax deductible and our tax ID is 47-3925389.
“I’m a single mother of 3 sons and currently a resident of the shelter with my boys. We’ve been having a very difficult time financially and I wanted to express my gratitude to you for your kindness. Because of you, my boys will be able to start school with their heads held as high as they should. Thank you so much for this blessing.”