Ama Apenteng always volunteers with a big smile.

Volunteering in the local Baltimore community gives school of medicine students the opportunity to understand the broader social context that affects their future patients.

Eva Ramgopal wears many hats at CHARM Rescue.

Nicole Hovey shares valuable information, practical tips and thoughtful guidance with older members of the community.

Over the past seven years, Elle Kim has completed 1,600 volunteer hours with the American Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces.

The Violet Project website is designed for the population most at risk of contracting infections: people younger than 26.

Todd Dousa leads a nonprofit that helps people with substance use disorder.

The group shares tips and tricks on how to cope with their new lives.

Zilbermint and Demidowich always take the time to explain to campers what they're doing and why they're doing it.

The Community Health and Wellness department at Suburban Hospital hosts Senior Shape classes to address the physical, emotional and social health challenges faced by adults 55 and older in Montgomery and Prince George's counties.

The group provides new mothers with an opportunity to connect and discuss their experiences.

The conference was a vital space for building a strong network of support for immigrants, fostering collaboration and sharing strategies for resilience.

Students learned how to make their own air purifiers to improve the air quality in their homes.

Woodruff and Garza help immigrants get vital health care.

A 30-minute class can be the key to keeping a child safe in a vehicle.

For Maria Sckaff, assembling harm reduction kits is a highlight of the week.

Electrician Kevin Gardner was named Maryland Apprentice Mentor of the Year.

Zhen Yuan and the students received Suburban Hospital's Humanitarian of the Year award during the hospital's 2024 annual medical staff meeting in September.

Johns Hopkins organization helps 6,650 people each year overcome social barriers to wellness.

More than 3,000 students have participated in Suburban's unique discovery experience.

Over the last two years, Opening Eyes volunteers have helped 190 athletes

Students get to know Baltimore residents beyond the hospital walls.

In its 30 years, the program has provided career exposure to almost 10,000 young people.

The market serves about 100 community members a week.

Mended Hearts provides bedside support to patients with cardiac issues and their caregivers.

More than 100 have been certified by Maryland to guide patient care outside of the hospital.

A group of crafty Johns Hopkins Medicine employees donates handmade items to comfort patients, community members.

Navigators assist with scheduling medical appointments and using Baltimore's transportation systems.

Team hopes to reduce health disparities by equipping more people with more skills.

More than 4,000 people have participated in Sibley Memorial Hospital's integrative health programs.

Safe Kids Florida Suncoast strives to increase use of correctly fitted helmets for bicycle-riding and other wheeled sports in children younger than 16.

The Hauses go above and beyond to include birth families in everything they do.

TEACH is part of a national movement to bring educational programming to children in hospitals, including at Johns Hopkins Children's Center.

Working with Thread, Erin Chen has learned more about her city and has formed a Baltimore family.

The summit included lectures, panel discussions and breakout sessions to brainstorm ideas for program development, educational programs and policy initiatives.

Volunteers become mentors for Asian American adoptees, learn about each other’s culture.

Volunteers help support Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland, forge connections with the local community.

Hopkins Community Connection serves nearly 4,000 families a year.

Latina mothers of children with autism spectrum disorder find peer support through the Johns Hopkins Autism Support Group.

Community Adolescent Sex Education program gives students an open forum to discuss issues.

One hundred fifty East Baltimore neighbors received produce and toiletries.

Huang ensures that food distribution and volunteering are efficient and easy

School of Medicine student Andy Lancaster recognized for character and commitment

Program provides students with real-world experience, meaningful patient interactions

JHOME provides long-term primary care for patients who cannot get into a clinic because of their chronic conditions.

The group has assembled and delivered 1,201 lunches to local shelters

Through collaborations with organizations like Johns Hopkins Medicine, Marian House helps women secure gainful employment.

Fierce Chicks Rock raises funds to help provide 8,000 meals a week

Lopez-Silva Volunteers at CASA and Helps Baltimore’s Immigrant Youth

Program’s services help viral loads stay low

Panel discusses COVID-19 response, community connections

Competition gives Ward Infinity teams a chance to win additional funds to further their health innovations

Medical imaging students volunteer time, learn about teamwork.

Tuition-free training at BTI helps Johns Hopkins lab techs become leaders

Collaboration between Johns Hopkins and community organizations provides valuable learning experiences

Vision Screening in Our Neighborhoods (ViSION) helps prevent blindness

Holdren-Serrell dedicates time and resources to Helping Up Mission

Baltimore faith leaders are preparing to resume traditional in-person weekly worship services with the help of Johns Hopkins experts.

Sibley Memorial Hospital supports innovative teams with $25,000 grants, entrepreneurship training.

AWE helps JHM staff members meet patients’ basic needs to provide optimum health care.

To celebrate Hundt’s achievements, Baltimore City made a ceremonial street sign in his name.

Medical student led a refugee youth mentorship program, organized a career opportunities panel.

Groups learn that treating mental illness is just as important as treating any other condition

Patterson Park Public Charter School forms committee of parents and staff to ensure students, staff and families’ health and safety.

Leaders participate in a registered apprenticeship program sponsored by Baltimore Alliance for Careers in Healthcare.

Corporate Internship Program helps students develop skills, gain confidence.

Eight-chapter online birth class helps moms and their support systems feel better prepared.

Young people unite to deliver food to low-income community members, coach health

Video features the Lacks family, researchers and community members, who discussed the impact of Henrietta Lacks and her immortal HeLa cells.

Rehabilitation facility offers structure, compassion and the support of expert counselors.

Baltimore organization empowers women in their professional and personal lives.

Annie Umbricht has been donating her services to the Shepherd’s Clinic since 2002

Center offers judgment-free care, helping moms and newborns

More than 1 in 4 high school students in the United States use e-cigarettes. Johns Hopkins Lung Health Ambassadors program aims to change that.

Dedicated and determined, Kimberly Gudzune is making a difference

Patrice Brown, part of the inpatient substance abuse team at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, advises recovering patients and connects them to treatment services.

Johns Hopkins University officials recently announced their selection of Vines Architecture to lead the planning stages for a multidisciplinary building that will honor the legacy of Henrietta Lacks at the 10th annual Henrietta Lacks Memorial Lecture.

Being a birth companion has changed since the onset of COVID-19.

MERIT Program Empowers Students to Become Health Professionals, Community Leaders

Hopkins ElderPlus Recreation Department brightens community members' days.

Johns Hopkins Bayview’s Called to Care program provides community, resources

HIV Support Group at Johns Hopkins Connects Patients with One Another

Johns Hopkins offers easily accessible mental health help

Local support group helps patients with sickle cell champion each other.

Hispanic Hopkins employees use their backgrounds to improve communication with patients, community.

The school of medicine gives 12 neighborhood-based groups a total of $125,000 for community improvements.

Johns Hopkins supports Baltimore agencies that promote breastfeeding.

As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, Creative Alternatives staff remain committed to helping clients with their goals — albeit from a distance.

Johns Hopkins Medicine collaborates to create pathways to employment

More Than Two Dozen Organizations Help

Students explore how clinical visits within the community create trust in the health care system.

Latino teens explore health care careers and get involved in community outreach

Los adolescentes de origen latino se informan sobre las profesiones en el ámbito de la salud y se involucran en proyectos sociales

Las madres latinas de niños con el trastorno del espectro autista encuentran aliento e incentivo mutuos por medio del grupo de apoyo para el autismo de Johns Hopkins.