Transforming Sandtown, Together
Rooted in faith and driven by community impact, we are committed to revitalizing the Sandtown-Winchester neighborhood.
About us
Clergy United for the Transformation of Sandtown
Clergy United for the Transformation of Sandtown (C.U.T.S) is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to revitalizing the Sandtown-Winchester community in West Baltimore. Our work focuses on affordable housing, health equity, workforce development and education to empower residents and drive positive change. Through strategic partnerships, we are creating opportunities for a healthier, stronger Sandtown.
- Touching Lives
- Teaching the Ways of God
- Training for Success
- Transforming lives in Community
- Touching Lives
- Teaching the Ways of God
- Training for Success
- Transforming lives in Community
About us
Clergy United for the Transformation of Sandtown
Clergy United for the Transformation of Sandtown (C.U.T.S) is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to revitalizing the Sandtown-Winchester community in West Baltimore. Our work focuses on affordable housing, health equity, workforce development and education to empower residents and drive positive change. Through strategic partnerships, we are creating opportunities for a healthier, stronger Sandtown.
About us
Clergy United for the Transformation of Sandtown
Clergy United for the Transformation of Sandtown (C.U.T.S) is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to revitalizing the Sandtown-Winchester community in West Baltimore. Our work focuses on affordable housing, health equity, workforce development and education to empower residents and drive positive change. Through strategic partnerships, we are creating opportunities for a healthier, stronger Sandtown.
- Touching Lives
- Teaching the Ways of God
- Training for Success
- Transforming lives in Community
72 Blocks of History,
Culture and Transformation
What is Sandtown?
Once Known as Baltimore's Harlem
Sandtown-Winchester is a neighborhood in West Baltimore, Maryland known locally as Sandtown. The community’s name was derived from the trails of sand that dropped from wagons leaving town after filling up at the local sand and gravel quarry back in the days of horse-drawn wagons. It is located North of West Lafayette Avenue, West of North Freemont Avenue, South of West North Avenue, and East of North Monroe Street. It covers an area of 72 square blocks, patrolled by the Baltimore Police Department’s Western District.
Sandtown is located in a historically black area of West Baltimore, neighboring the once affluent Upton. In the second half of the 20th century, Sandtown experienced economic depression, housing abandonment, crime, and racial rioting. Whereas in the 1950s and 1960s famous African- American performers such as Billie Holiday, Stevie Wonder and Diana Ross performed there and it was sometimes referred to as Baltimore’s Harlem.
Today, efforts like those led by C.U.T.S represent a renewed commitment to community-led revitalization in Sandtown-Winchester.
Our Programs
Real Solutions
for Real Change
Housing & Renovation
Creating and preserving affordable housing for Sandtown families.
Health & Wellness Initiatives
Providing health education, prevention resources and access to care.
Workforce Development
Job training and support for living-wage employment opportunities.
Youth & Education Support
Partnering with schools to help students reach 85%+ school readiness and success
Our Community partners
Organizations Uplifting Sandtown-Winchester
We proudly collaborate with trusted churches, non-profits, local businesses, and government agencies committed to uplifting Sandtown-Winchester through affordable housing, health equity, education and economic development.
First Mount Calvary Baptist Church
A historic West Baltimore church committed to spiritual growth, community service, and neighborhood transformation.
Florence S. Bush Angel Foundation
Serving underprivileged communities through food assistance, scholarships, and acts of compassion.
Men of
Sandtown
A grassroots initiative mobilizing local men to lead, mentor, and uplift the Sandtown community.
Change N Youth
Dedicated to providing programs for girls and boys ages 7 to 18 that inspire, uplift, and empower.
Get Involved
Be Part of the Transformation
Community-Led Outreach
Join our faith-based nonprofit in serving the Sandtown-Winchester Harlem Park community. Together, we address food insecurity, housing needs, and health disparities.
Support Life-Changing Programs
We tailor our services to meet your unique needs and vision, ensuring each outdoor space reflects your personal style.
Build a Stronger Baltimore
Partner with local churches, volunteers, and nonprofits working to uplift Baltimore’s underserved neighborhoods through sustainable, long-term solutions.
Community Impact
Our Work in Action
Create Change with Your Contribution
Your donation helps us provide essential services like job training, affordable housing and youth programs!