Civic Works, Baltimore's non-profit service corps, has its origins in the Civilian Conservation Corps and the Peace Corps. Founded in 1993, Civic Works provides critical community services throughout Baltimore. Civic Works fosters individual growth and development in its corpsmembers through team-based service projects and weekly academic enrichment. Civic Works is an opportunity for young adults to affect positive change in the community and in their own lives.

Transform abandoned lots into parks and gardens

Lead neighborhood clean up efforts throughout Baltimore

Complete landscaping and urban renewal projects

Rehab low income housing

Tutor and mentor elementary school children in after-school programs

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In return for 1700 hours of community service work, participants in our AmeriCorps program receive a modest living allowance and an educational award that can be used for college or vocational school. Those corpsmembers without a high school diploma also receive GED instruction. Corpsmembers work in teams under the direction of skilled supervisors who help corpsmembers develop community problem-solving skills and a positive work ethic.