Our Latest Efforts
Discover the dedication and passion behind everything we do here at We The People United For Change Inc. Our latest efforts showcase our commitment to excellence, innovation, and delivering the best results for everyone in the community. From groundbreaking projects to thoughtful initiatives, we’re constantly striving to make a difference.
Explore what’s new and see how we’re pushing boundaries to create meaningful impact. Your trust inspires us to keep raising the bar, and we’re excited to share these achievements with you.
Building a Better Baltimore
As of today, WE THE PEOPLE UNITED FOR CHANGE, INC. (WTPUFC) is actively engaged in the acquisition and rehabilitation of vacant properties while providing social service programs that support individuals and families across Baltimore. Our mission is to transform neglected spaces into vibrant, thriving, community-driven assets—ensuring that revitalization directly benefits residents and protects neighborhoods from gentrification and displacement. Through housing development, educational initiatives, economic empowerment programs—including our Smart Money Financial Literacy & Economic Empowerment Program—and community-based services, we are committed to restoring both properties and people.
We also prioritize transparency by documenting and sharing the progress of each project, highlighting the real impact of our work on the communities we serve. Discover our growing collection of initiatives that reflect positive redevelopment, community unity, and our ongoing commitment to creating stable, safe, and inclusive environments for all residents. Together, we are building a stronger future for Baltimore—one property, one program, and one community at a time.
Our Stand Against Gentrification
We firmly stand against gentrification and its harmful effects on communities. Gentrification often displaces long-term residents, erases the cultural identity of neighborhoods, and prioritizes profits over people. We believe in fostering inclusive growth and protecting the rights of those who have built and sustained these communities for generations. Our commitment is to advocate for equitable development that benefits everyone, not just a select few. Together, we can work towards creating thriving neighborhoods that honor their history, diversity, and the people who call them home.
Our latest work
Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS) closed both the former New Era Academy and Dr. Carter G. Woodson school sites, leaving them vacant for years—Woodson in 2018 and New Era at the end of the 2022–2023 school year. These closures created two large unused facilities in the heart of Cherry Hill.
To determine their future use, BCPS issued a Call for Proposals on August 1, 2025, seeking redevelopment plans that align with community needs and deliver meaningful benefits to residents.
In response, WE THE PEOPLE UNITED FOR CHANGE, INC. (WTPUFC) submitted a proposal focused on community-centered redevelopment. Driven by the need to address blight, safety concerns, and lack of resources, WTPUFC is committed to transforming these long-neglected properties into assets that promote revitalization, economic opportunity, and long-term stability for the Cherry Hill community.
WTPUFC and CHDC are actively working together as partners and through this partnership, both organizations are combining their strengths, resources, and community engagement efforts to support responsible redevelopment in Cherry Hill, to ensure that the reuse of the former BCPS school sites reflects community priorities, equity, and long-term neighborhood benefit.
Our Commitment
WE THE PEOPLE UNITED FOR CHANGE, INC. (WTPUFC) is firmly committed to the empowerment, stability, and long-term success of the communities we serve. Our work is rooted in the belief that residents should directly benefit from the development happening in their neighborhoods. Through community-centered redevelopment, social service programs, and strategic partnerships, we prioritize creating safe, inclusive, and opportunity-rich environments. We actively engage with residents, listen to their needs, and ensure their voices help shape every project. Our commitment is not just to rebuilding properties, but to strengthening communities—promoting equity, preventing displacement, and building a foundation for generational growth and pride.