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Community Impact

Rooted in Community, Committed to Change

At The Harbor Bank of Maryland, we believe banking is a journey that fosters growth and empowers transformation. As a local community bank, we take pride in being a financial anchor for individuals, families, and businesses that drive our communities forward.

Contributing to Our Communities

Since our inception in 1982, we have invested hundreds of millions of dollars in small businesses, homeownership, and community development in addition to providing financial literacy workshops and business mentorship programs.

Where We Make a Difference

Small Business Growth

We fund the dreams of local entrepreneurs, providing capital and guidance to help businesses thrive.

Financial Empowerment & Literacy

From youth banking programs to workshops on credit and retirement, we equip our community with the tools to succeed.

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Real People. Real Progress.

We don’t just serve the community—we’re part of it. Our team members live, work, and give back to the DMV, ensuring that every dollar deposited fuels positive change.

Northwood Commons Shopping Center from the air

Northwood Commons

Formerly known as the Northwood Plaza Shopping Center, the new Northwood Commons is 100,000 square feet of redeveloped land. The updated shopping center includes a diverse range of retail outlets, dining establishments, a supermarket, as well as Morgan State University’s bookstore and public safety facility. The Harbor Bank of Maryland allocated New Market Tax Credits to support the historic shopping center, which served as a place of civil rights activism decades ago.

Mother Mary Lange School

Mother Mary Lange School

The Harbor Bank of Maryland allocated New Market Tax Credits toward the construction of Mother Mary Lange School in East Baltimore. The three story, 65,000 square foot school accommodates a capacity of 520 students, and provides two classes for each grade level. The school is named after the founder of St. Frances Academy, Mother Mary Lange, who advocated for Black children’s education.

Joseph Haskins, Jr. Center for Community Economic Development

Joseph Haskins, Jr. Center for Community Economic Development

The Joseph Haskins Jr. Center for Community and Economic Development was founded to serve as a commercial and social hub for Baltimore communities. The coworking space for minority business owners underwent $35K in renovations, which included a fully renovated kitchen, updated flooring, a paint refresh, and decor. These enhancements aim to sustain an atmosphere that fosters collaboration, inspiration, and vibrancy for the residing business owners.

Baltimore Arena

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Baltimore Arena

The Harbor Bank of Maryland co-financed the $200M redesign of the Baltimore Arena, which positioned downtown to attract more premier events, generating meaningful revenue and economic activity for the city.

Lexington Market in West Baltimore

Lexington Market in West Baltimore

The Harbor Bank of Maryland allocated New Market Tax Credits to support in the revitalization of the historic Lexington Market. The beloved public market reopened, offering more than 60,000 square feet of space to host over thirty vendors and numerous kiosks, providing residents and business owners with a variety of food and retail opportunities to enjoy.

Robertas House

Roberta’s House

The Harbor Bank of Maryland allocated New Market Tax Credits to Roberta’s House: A Family Grief Support Center. Roberta’s House offers free bereavement support programming created by the March Family’s Funeral Service. The counseling programs are designed to restore community members and provide support through the grieving process.

University of Maryland BioPark Building

UMD Bio Park 4MLK

The Harbor Bank of Maryland allocated New Market Tax Credits to the 4MLK building located in the University of Maryland BioPark. 4MLK is a 250,000 square foot dual lab and office space. The Class A laboratory, office space, and spaces to convene and collaborate.

The Madison 801

North Chester Redevelopment - The Madison 801

The Harbor Bank of Maryland played an instrumental role in the opening of The Madison 801. Teaming up with Okoro Development, Harbor Bank’s own Emerging Developers Program from the Community Development Corporation, worked to purchase and develop nine row homes along North Chester Street. Seven homes were completed in 2018, with the last two homes renovated to become The Madison 801.

1812 Ashland Avenue

1812 Ashland Avenue

The Harbor Bank of Maryland allocated New Market Tax Credits towards FastForward 1812 within the Johns Hopkins University Life Science and Technology Park. FastForward 1812 is a 23,000 square foot space providing support services and modern lab equipment for entrepreneurs to utilize.

Elmer A Henderson: A Johns Hopkins Partnership School

Elmer A Henderson: A Johns Hopkins Partnership School

The Harbor Bank of Maryland allocated New Market Tax Credits to the completion of Elmer A. Henderson: A Johns Hopkins Partnership School (Henderson-Hopkins School) in East Baltimore. Henderson-Hopkins features an early learning center, elementary school, and middle school for students within a sophisticated learning infrastructure.

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