Urban Health Institute

08/18/2026

We’re excited to share this story from The Johns Hopkins Magazine highlighting Abby Markoe and Baltimore SquashWise!

Ten years ago, SquashWise was honored with the 2016 Henrietta Lacks Memorial Award in collaboration with Johns Hopkins. What began with a vision to bring squash and education together for Baltimore City students has grown into a program creating opportunities and supporting young people through mentorship, academic support, and more.

Take a look at SquashWise’s story and the impact they continue to make in Baltimore. 🙌
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School of Medicine alum Abby Markoe's nonprofit SquashWise mixes athletics with education for middle and high schoolers in Baltimore

08/12/2026

We're excited to announce Muevetón + BabyFest 5K and Health & Fitness Expo as the winner of the 2026 Henrietta Lacks Memorial Award! 🏆

Led by Friends of Patterson Park and Johns Hopkins Centro SOL, this free, bilingual initiative is helping improve health and wellness for Baltimore's Latino and immigrant communities through fitness, health education, and community resources. 💙

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! 👏 Join us as we celebrate this inspiring partnership at the Johns Hopkins ICTR Henrietta Lacks Memorial Lecture on October 10.

🔗 Register: https://loom.ly/_WS3sGY

08/06/2026

The countdown begins! Join Morgan CARES, HopeWell, and Cross Street Partners for the Health, Hope, and Harmony Festival.

The festival is a free, family-friendly event to amplify health, wellness, connection, and community engagement. There will be refreshments, activities, prizes, and more!

Register here: https://bit.ly/4c7d7KD

07/29/2026

🎤 If you're looking for something to do tomorrow evening, consider checking out Victor Rodgers as he performs during Thursday Night Open Mic at Busboys and Poets Columbia.

Known by many as Slangston Hughes, he uses poetry and storytelling to spark conversation, build community, and inspire audiences through his work.

🗓️ Tomorrow, July 30 | ⏱️ 8–10 PM
📍 Busboys and Poets Columbia
🔗Register today: https://loom.ly/ol52-Xo

07/28/2026

We love seeing our Bunting Fellows recognized for the incredible work they're doing in Baltimore. 💛

Congratulations to Donna Bruce Unlimited Inc, who was recently featured in BMORENews.com for receiving the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Award. The recognition honors her inspiring journey of turning pain into purpose and her continued commitment to uplifting others.

Donna will be honored on August 5 at the Black Wall Street Summit at the Justice Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center.

Join us in celebrating Donna, and read more about her story. 💙🔗 https://loom.ly/2vTQwLk

DBU Inc. founder Donna Bruce receives a Joe Manns BWS Award for advancing trauma recovery, peer support, public policy and community healing.

07/15/2026

As we close our Baltimore Voices: campaign with a final reflection from UHI Director, Dr. Lisa Cooper, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who watched, shared, and supported these reflections over the past several months. ❤️💙✨

Through the voices of fellows, grantees, awardees, community partners, collaborators, and our own team, we've celebrated 25 years of advancing health equity while sharing the people, partnerships, and purpose that continue to shape UHI's work in Baltimore.

These reflections will continue to live on our website as a reminder that we are all UHI, working together to build healthier communities and a stronger Baltimore.

Thank you for being part of this journey.

🎥 Watch all reflections: https://loom.ly/9HZvkTo

07/08/2026

For this Baltimore Voices: reflection, members of the Johns Hopkins Urban Health Institute team, staff and associate directors, share what inspires them about UHI's future, the partnerships driving health equity, and the legacy they hope to continue building across Baltimore. ❤️✨

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the people helping connect communities, strengthen partnerships, and shape the next chapter of UHI's work.

🎥 Visit our webpage to watch all reflections: https://loom.ly/9HZvkTo

07/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who submitted a proposal for the 2026 Baltimore Health Equity Impact Grants! 💙

We are seeking grant reviewers from both the Baltimore city community and Johns Hopkins to review proposals. Your expertise and perspective play an important role in supporting community-university collaborations that advance in .

🗓️ Apply to become a reviewer by noon on Friday, July 17
🔗 https://loom.ly/UcyUdGk