The provided text details the "Reinvest Baltimore" initiative, a program spearheaded by Governor Wes Moore to combat vacant properties in Baltimore. This initiative allocates $50 million annually to various public and nonprofit organizations, with a long-term goal of rehabilitating or demolishing nearly 13,000 vacant structures over 15 years. The program's aim is to foster community revitalization and improve living conditions by addressing the issue of blight. A key example is We Rise, founded by Todd Scott, which teaches life skills to young people through their involvement in redeveloping vacant homes, showcasing the program's broader impact beyond just property renovation.

Source: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/vacant-properties-reinvest-baltimore-grants-2026-applications-open/65323260