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About C.U.T.S.

From Faith-Based Community Development to Lasting Impact in Sandtown-Winchester, We Deliver Real Solutions in Housing, Health, Equity and Education.

Our Story

Building a Stronger Sandtown Through Faith and Action

Founded in 2016, C.U.T.S. is a faith-led nonprofit with a mission to uplift the Sandtown-Winchester community through service, collaboration, and compassion. Over time, we’ve grown into a unified network of churches, partners, and residents working together to improve housing, health, education, and economic opportunity in West Baltimore.

Cuts serving sandtown weekly food pantry

A Strong Network of Community Partners

Serving Sandtown Residents

Advancing Health, Housing & Education

A Strong Network of Community Partners

Serving Sandtown Residents

Advancing Health, Housing & Education

Our Values

Principles Driving Our Mission & Impact

Excellence in
All We Do

Striving for the highest quality in every program and initiative to create lasting impact in the community.

Integrity At All Times

Upholding transparency, honesty, and accountability in all our endeavors to build trust within Sandtown.

Empowering Sandtown

Providing resources, opportunities, and support to help Sandtown-Winchester residents thrive and achieve their full potential.

Excellence in
All We Do

Striving for the highest quality in every program and initiative to create lasting impact in the community.

Integrity At All Times

Upholding transparency, honesty, and accountability in all our endeavors to build trust within Sandtown.

Empowering Sandtown

Providing resources, opportunities, and support to help residents thrive and flourish.

Strategic Inclusiveness

Ensuring that all voices are heard and all community members have a role in shaping the future of Sandtown.

Leadership & Partnership

Collaborating with local leaders, organizations, and partners to maximize resources and create meaningful change.

CUTS service Sandtown community at First Mount Calvary Baptist Church Back to School Drive

The Goal

Our Mission

To advance health equity, mitigate health disparities, and enhance access to quality medical care and lifestyle resources.  CUTS will endeavor to breakdown inter-institutional silos and encourage inter-institutional collaboration that supports and improves the quality of life of Sandtown-Winchester Harlem Park residents by alleviating hunger, improving health outcomes, developing critical workforce and personal skills that support residents in restoring and replenishing and renovating Sandtown.

The Outlook

Our Vision

To transform the current living conditions in our community by providing housing, education, job training, youth programs and economic development. C.U.T.S works to bridge relationships between faith institutions, residents and our elected officials, law enforcement agencies, government agencies, corporate and non-profit sponsors. C.U.T.S believes these positive actions will provide a healthy environment of spiritual and personal growth for all.

CUTS service Sandtown community at First Mount Calvary Baptist Church Back to School Drive
Image of the phrase "Join US" set against a blackboard background
C.U.T.S community service in sandtown community health expo fmcbc

The Goal

Our Mission

To advance health equity, mitigate health disparities, and enhance access to quality medical care and lifestyle resources.  CUTS will endeavor to breakdown inter-institutional silos and encourage inter-institutional collaboration that supports and improves the quality of life of Sandtown-Winchester Harlem Park residents by alleviating hunger, improving health outcomes, developing critical workforce and personal skills that support residents in restoring and replenishing and renovating Sandtown.

The Outlook

Our Vision

To transform the current living conditions in our community by providing housing, education, job training, youth programs and economic development. C.U.T.S works to bridge relationships between faith institutions, residents and our elected officials, law enforcement agencies, government agencies, corporate and non-profit sponsors. C.U.T.S believes these positive actions will provide a healthy environment of spiritual and personal growth for all.

Our Leaders

Board of Directors

Cuts leadership board chairman dr derrick dewitt
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Cuts giving back to the sandtown elderly community

Giving Back

Community Involvement

At CUTS, we are deeply committed to supporting and transforming the Sandtown-Winchester community. Through our diverse initiatives, such as providing affordable housing, hosting health education programs, and empowering local youth, we strive to create a lasting, positive impact. Join us in making a difference as we work together to uplift Sandtown residents and improve the neighborhood.

Be Part of the Change in Sandtown

Explore how you can support our mission to uplift Sandtown-Winchester through volunteer opportunities, donations, and community partnerships. Together, we can create lasting impact.

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