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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. 

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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.

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Sheila Dixon
President

Consultant, Maryland Minority Contractors Association

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Zed Smith
Treasurer

COO, Cordish Companies

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Jacqueline I. Caldwell
Secretary

Retired, Executive Director, William S. Baer School Partnership Board

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Dr. Patrick Clayborn
Ex-officio Member

Pastor, Bethel AME Church

 

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Elizabeth Glenn
Ex-officio Member

Past President; Chair, US Africa Collaborative

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Rhonda Boozer-Yeary
Member

Community Engagement Manager, University of Maryland Medical Center

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Eric Brown
Member

Board Representative, Historic Marble Hill Community Association

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Emma Middleton
Member

Retired, PHRS, HUD, PIH Division

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Dr. Sheri Parks
Member

Retired, VP for Strategic Initiatives, MICA

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Lt. Colonel Melvin Russell
Member

Retired, Baltimore Police Department

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Erica Solomon
Member

Realtor, Monument Sotheby's International Realty

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Dawn Taylor
Member

Senior Associate/ Broker, Otis Warren Company

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Mark Levin
Ex-officio Member

President, Levin Brown and Associates; Project Architect

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Rev. Jules Dunham Howie
Ex-officio Member

Administrator, Bethel Empowerment and Wellness Center

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Elise Saltzberg
Contractor

Fundraising Consultant, Saltzberg Consulting Services

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