our impact
At EBDI, we’re dedicated to creating a future where everyone in East Baltimore shares in the benefits of growth and opportunity.
our core values
Our core values place community voices at the heart of every decision, ensuring that revitalization efforts lift up long-term residents, businesses, and stakeholders. These guiding principles inspire us to foster a more vibrant, inclusive, and thriving neighborhood.
Affordable Housing
Since its inception, EBDI has been dedicated to providing affordable housing opportunities to legacy residents and new residents in Eager Park. When completed, one-third of the housing within the neighborhood will be affordable to homeowners and renters.
Economic Inclusion
EBDI is dedicated to increasing hiring opportunities for East Baltimore and Baltimore City residents. EBDI has also set and achieved higher participation targets for minority-, women- and locally-owned companies than ever before. Economic inclusion at all levels of development is a bedrock principle of EBDI.
Minority Development & Equity
From inception, EBDI set goals for the first time in Baltimore City that expanded on the traditional goals that organizations set for minority participation in design and construction to include minority and women developers and equity owners. Eager Park is the first to emphasize and cultivate non-majority participation in all aspects of development, including ownership.
Responsible Relocation
During the project’s relocation period, EBDI worked closely with residents to ensure a responsible and supportive relocation process. We provided resources and assistance to help those affected by development transitions, prioritizing stability and fair treatment throughout the process.
Community Engagement
& Planning
EBDI values the input and participation of the community in shaping the future of East Baltimore. Through ongoing engagement and collaborative planning, we ensure that development efforts reflect the needs, priorities, and aspirations of local residents.
Community Safety
At EBDI, maintaining a clean and secure environment is central to our mission. We believe that a well-kept, safe neighborhood is key to fostering a healthy, vibrant community where residents can thrive.
our core initiatives
EBDI is driving real change by prioritizing the needs of the community. We focus on creating lasting impact through strategic partnerships and investments that spark growth, stability, and opportunity. Our initiatives are all about building a stronger, more connected East Baltimore—where development is done inclusively, resources are accessible, and residents have an active role in shaping their future.
Community Reinvestment Fund
EBDI is creating a loan and grant fund to support small and minority businesses and workforce development initiatives aimed at East Baltimore businesses, residents and community-based organizations.
Digital Equity & Access
EBDI collaborates with local partners to help bridge the digital divide in Eager Park and the surrounding East Baltimore communities, working to expand access to technology and digital resources for residents.
Community Reinvestment Fund
EBDI is creating a loan and grant fund to support small and minority businesses and workforce development initiatives aimed at East Baltimore businesses, residents and community-based organizations.
Food Access & Programming
EBDI is focused on improving access to healthy food options for Eager Park and the surrounding communities, supporting overall wellness and nutrition.
Opportunity to Return
Fulfilling a commitment made at the project’s beginning, EBDI is helping relocated homeowners and renters return to Eager Park by defraying closing and moving costs, narrowing financing gaps and ensuring a supply of affordable houses.
Public Arts & Placemaking
EBDI is collaborating with local artists and the Eager Park community to bring vibrancy and cultural inclusion to the neighborhood. The core pillars of our Public Arts & Placemaking workgroup are: Celebration of Local History, Community and Social Justice.
