By Savannah Wood
Special to the AFRO
Right: Savannah Wood (left), executive director of Afro Charities, with Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott. Credit: Photo courtesy of the Baltimore City Office of the Mayor / J. J. McQueen
Afro Charities, the non-profit sister company of the AFRO-American Newspapers, has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the 2024 ARPA Community Arts Grant program. This generous grant, provided by Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott, the City of Baltimore’s Mayor’s Office of Recovery Programs and United Way of Central Maryland, builds upon millions already raised and donated for the Upton Mansion revitalization project.
While this grant represents a significant step forward in the vision to transform the Upton Mansion into a vibrant cultural hub for Baltimore, additional funds are still needed.
The project will include:
– A permanent home and research center for the extensive archives of the AFRO-American Newspapers
– A dedicated headquarters for Afro Charities and the AFRO-American Newspapers
– Community space available for use by local residents
The restored Upton Mansion will serve as a cornerstone for Old West Baltimore, the nation’s largest Black historic district. It will celebrate Black history and culture, providing a valuable resource for the community and a testament to Baltimore’s rich heritage.
“We are grateful to Mayor Scott, the City of Baltimore, and United Way of Central Maryland for their generous support,” stated the organization, giving thanks to those who have helped the project along.
To learn more about the Upton Mansion project and donate today: https://www.afrocharities.org/upton-mansion
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