Healthy Neighborhoods, Inc.

09/16/2026

Come visit HNI at the Govans Farmers Market (5104 York Rd) until 6 today to learn more about our loan products and community development work in Baltimore's Middle Neighborhoods!

09/01/2026

Want to see what we’ve been up to? Join GARNER + CO next Wednesday 9/9 from 6-7:30 pm to tour one of our recently renovated BVRI properties in Coldsteam Homestead Montebello! Attendees will also learn how to secure a 3.5% interest rate loan and up to $40,000 in grant assistance.

HNI has partnered with Thriving Neighborhoods and Garner + Co to transform vacant properties into homes for sale in the neighborhood, thanks to funding from Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Initiative.

Click the link below to reserve a spot.

Tour a renovated home in CHM and learn how a 3.5% rate and up to $40K in grants could help you buy. RSVP today!

08/28/2026

HNI and Thriving Neighborhoods sold our first BVRI-funded property in Coldstream Homestead Montebello this week. Congratulations to the neighborhood’s newest homeowner! And special thanks to GARNER + CO for making this sale possible.

This sale represents more than just a newly renovated home—it’s a step toward creating a stronger, more vibrant neighborhood. Through strategic investment in vacant and underutilized properties, we’re helping bring homes back to life, expand homeownership opportunities, and support the continued revitalization of Coldstream Homestead Montebello.

We’re excited to celebrate this milestone and look forward to seeing this home and the neighborhood continue to thrive!

08/26/2026

Are you interested in buying a home or know someone who is? HNI and Thriving Neighborhoods have two newly renovated homes available for purchase in the Coldstream Homestead Montebello neighborhood of Baltimore.

These 3-bedroom 2.5-bathroom properties feature stylish finishes and updated windows, plumbing, HVAC, and electric systems. Eligible buyers can take advantage of multiple incentives to purchase these properties, including a 3.5% fixed interest loan and $30,000 in downpayment assistance.

📍 1547 Carswell Street
https://cummingsrealtors.com/listing/bright/MDBA2228208/BALTIMORE/1547-CARSWELL-STREET/

📍 1549 Carswell Street
https://cummingsrealtors.com/listing/bright/MDBA2228210/BALTIMORE/1549-CARSWELL-STREET/

Contact Listing Agent Ben Garner [email protected] or 240-216-7841 if you’re interested in touring these properties and visit HNI’s website to learn more about available financial incentives.

08/25/2026

Don't sleep on making a will! Whether you've recently taken the plunge into homeownership or have been in your home for 40 years, making a will allows YOU to decide what happens to your home in the future. You don't have to be wealthy to have a will - it's about protecting what you have and passing it on to your family in the future.

Check out this post from Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service to learn more.

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08/24/2026

If we've helped you purchase or rehab your home and you find yourself asking, "now what?" - check out this workshop from Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that teaches home maintenance basics. And if we haven't yet helped you purchase or rehab your home in a Healthy Neighborhood...check us out! https://healthyneighborhoods.org/our-loans/

Ready to feel more confident caring for your home?

Maryland women are invited to apply for The ContractHer Homeowner Essentials Workshop Scholarship. This one-day, hands-on workshop is designed for beginners. You will learn practical skills like basic plumbing and electrical repairs, safe tool use, home maintenance, and when to DIY or call a professional. No experience required!

The workshop takes place October 13th, 2026. The deadline to apply is September 18th, 2026. Select participants may attend for free through this year's scholarship program. Space and scholarship funding are limited, so apply now! Click the link to learn more: https://tinyurl.com/4zzxj2xw

08/21/2026

Meet one of HNI's happy customers! Chennel used HNI’s Refinance and Rehab loan to finance home improvement projects including kitchen renovations, pictured above. During HNI’s post-project meeting with Chennel, she said, “You know, a couple years into me living here, I've already made such major changes where it's like imprint on the home is mine. Now I'm like, I can do so much more.”

HNI is excited about what’s next for Chennel. She is already planning to host more of her family this year’s Thanksgiving given the work she completed.

Get in touch with HNI today and make your imprint on your home, community, and Baltimore!

08/20/2026

Come out and celebrate the Cherry Hill Arts and Music Waterfront Festival in Middle Branch Park on August 29!

08/12/2026

There’s another new business to celebrate on York Road. Please welcome Rasberry Moments, LLC to the neighborhood!

Located at 4646 York Rd, Rasberry Moments offers cinnamon rolls, funnel cakes, and other sweet treats as well as delicious lunch and dinner items. Ms. Rita, owner of Rasberry Moments, gained a substantial following over the years by selling her popular desserts at festivals and events. Now she’s successfully expanded her business with this cafe and storefront to permanently call home.

This opening was made possible in part by Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s Project RESTORE 2.0 grant, which provided funding to rehab vacant commercial spaces into active commercial uses. HNI worked with the York Road Improvement District to secure funding and support Rasberry Moments through the construction, permitting, and grant processes.

Be sure to come out and visit this great addition to the York Road and Baltimore community!

08/07/2026

New business alert!

Munchies Cafe, located at 5911 York, is now open for business. Munchies offers a range of delicious items, including burgers, pasta, ribeyes, and lamb chops. Plus breakfast items from open to close! Come out and support this locally owned business and great addition to the York Road corridor.

This restaurant was made possible in part by Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s Project RESTORE 2.0 grant, which provided funding to rehab vacant commercial spaces into active commercial uses. HNI worked with the York Road Improvement District to secure funding and support the business owner through the construction and permitting processes.

Welcome to York Road, Munchies! We’re excited to have you in the neighborhood.