Druid Hill Family Center Y is a community-focused organization that collaborates with various partners to provide essential support services to the local community. Partnering with McCormick Flavor for Life, Amerigroup, Home Depot, and the Maryland Food Bank, the historic Y in Druid Hill operates a community-based food pantry accessible to all. Additionally, the Y offers the Year Up program, a tuition-free job training initiative designed to equip individuals with specific career training, internship opportunities, and workforce readiness skills.
Committed to fostering inclusivity and connection within Central Maryland, the Y prioritizes equity and inclusion in all its programs and services. Embracing individuals of diverse backgrounds, the Y aims to create a sense of belonging, engagement, empathy, health, and well-being for all members of the community. Through its focus on Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility, the Y provides affordable, high-quality programs that promote inclusive and connected communities.
At Druid Hill Family Center Y, the core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility underpin all activities and interactions. The organization is dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child and teen, improving the health and well-being of Central Maryland residents, and giving back to the community through various support initiatives. With a mission-driven approach and a commitment to uplifting marginalized individuals, the Y strives to build a more inclusive and connected community where everyone is welcomed and supported.