Rehabilitation services
We the People United for Change, Inc. (WTPUFC) operates as a nonprofit community development organization dedicated to the people and driven by those with lived experience of homelessness. Our organization works on behalf of the community to redevelop communities, addressing immediate needs based on community input. We engage with and become part of each community, preventing gentrification of communities targeted by for-profit developers. Instead, we provide affordable housing options leading to long-term homeownership, job opportunities, and generational wealth. We also establish educational and recreational facilities to empower the community. Join us in making a difference.
Challenges and solutions
We understand the challenges associated with property rehabilitation. We're here to help you navigate these complexities with effective and practical solutions.
Overcoming challenges
We will tackle issues like clear titles, ownership complexities, zoning restrictions, and historic preservation requirements head-on.
Financial solutions
We address acquisition costs, hidden expenses, financing options, and ROI uncertainty through transparent, strategic planning, while reinforcing these efforts with our Smart Money Financial Literacy & Economic Empowerment Program, which equips individuals and community stakeholders with the knowledge and tools to make informed financial decisions and support sustainable investment outcomes.
Community focused
WE THE PEOPLE UNITED FOR CHANGE, INC. (WTPUFC) is a community-focused organization committed to putting residents at the center of every decision we make. Our approach is rooted in listening, collaboration, and accountability—ensuring that the voices, needs, and priorities of the community directly shape our development projects and programs. Through housing revitalization, social services, and our Smart Money Financial Literacy & Economic Empowerment Program, we work to create opportunities, promote stability, and build environments where individuals and families can thrive. Our goal is not just to improve spaces, but to uplift people and strengthen the communities they call home.
Current Projects
See how we're making a difference in Baltimore, Maryland through innovative rehabilitation projects like New Era Academy and Dr. Carter G. Woodson initiatives.
New Era Academy
The New Era Academy transformation plan focuses on securing the property, assessing the building’s condition, and engaging the Cherry Hill community to identify priority uses. After evaluating redevelopment options—such as an education or workforce center, a community services hub, or mixed-use development—the next steps include securing funding, beginning necessary renovations, and establishing long-term management to ensure the site remains safe, functional, and beneficial to the community.
Dr. Carter G. Woodson project
The transformation plan for Dr. Carter G. Woodson focuses on stabilizing the building, addressing long-standing safety hazards, and preparing the site for future community-driven redevelopment. The first steps include fully securing the property, repairing access points, cleaning debris, and preventing continued vandalism or unauthorized entry. Once secured, the building will undergo a full assessment to determine structural needs, utility conditions, and redevelopment feasibility. Community input from Cherry Hill residents will guide the vision for reuse—whether as an educational or vocational space, a community services center, a youth development hub, or another purpose that directly benefits families. After a clear direction is established, the plan advances to securing funding, launching renovations, and establishing sustainable management to ensure the property remains safe, viable, and aligned with long-term community goals.
Smart Money Financial Literacy Program
The Smart Money Financial Literacy & Economic Empowerment Program by WE THE PEOPLE UNITED FOR CHANGE, INC. (WTPUFC) is designed to equip individuals and families with the knowledge and tools needed to achieve long-term financial stability and independence. Through practical, real-world instruction on budgeting, credit, saving, debt management, and investing, the program empowers participants to make informed financial decisions and build sustainable wealth. More than education, this initiative is a pathway to economic empowerment—helping residents strengthen their financial foundation, access new opportunities, and contribute to the overall growth and resilience of their communities.
We will be hosting this program at The Y in Druid Hill, creating a central and accessible location for community members to participate and grow. As the program develops, WTPUFC is committed to expanding its reach into additional neighborhoods throughout Baltimore, ensuring that more residents have access to the resources and support needed to build stronger financial futures.