About BEWC
A Beacon of Hope in Upton's Historic Marble Hill
Mission
The Bethel Empowerment and Wellness Center is committed to facilitating the rehabilitation and revitalization of the Historic Marble Hill community in West Baltimore - honoring its rich legacy while working to build a healthier, more empowered future for all. The center exists to improve the quality of life and well-being of inviduals and families in the Upton community and beyond by serving as a trusted hub that connects people to critical resources and service providers.


Vision
The Bethel Empowerment and Wellness Center will be the destination facilitating and providing relevent information and connections to quality services to initate long term community change. The Center will be a premier community revitalization catalyst facilitating sustainable community growth and development.
Leadership
The BEWC board leadership is committed to guiding our organization with integrity and transparency. Comprised of experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds, our board members bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Together, they ensure that we uphold our mission, make informed decisions, and foster a culture of accountability. We believe strong leadership is essential for achieving our goals and serving our community effectively.

Sheila Dixon
President
Consultant, Maryland Minority Contractors Association

Zed Smith
Treasurer
COO, Cordish Companies

Jacqueline I. Caldwell
Secretary
Retired, Executive Director, William S. Baer School Partnership Board

Dr. Patrick Clayborn
Ex-officio Member
Pastor, Bethel AME Church

Elizabeth Glenn
Ex-officio Member
Past President; Chair, US Africa Collaborative

Rhonda Boozer-Yeary
Member
Community Engagement Manager, University of Maryland Medical Center

Eric Brown
Member
Board Representative, Historic Marble Hill Community Association

Emma Middleton
Member
Retired, PHRS, HUD, PIH Division

Dr. Sheri Parks
Member
Retired, VP for Strategic Initiatives, MICA

Lt. Colonel Melvin Russell
Member
Retired, Baltimore Police Department

Erica Solomon
Member
Realtor, Monument Sotheby's International Realty

Dawn Taylor
Member
Senior Associate/ Broker, Otis Warren Company

Mark Levin
Ex-officio Member
President, Levin Brown and Associates; Project Architect

Rev. Jules Dunham Howie
Ex-officio Member
Administrator, Bethel Empowerment and Wellness Center

Elise Saltzberg
Contractor
Fundraising Consultant, Saltzberg Consulting Services