Impact By The Numbers

14 years of empowering Baltimore's youth

500+
Youth Served Since 2012
From 8-year-olds to 24-year-old young adults
$100K+
Paid in Youth Stipends
Teaching work ethic through earned income
10,000+
Bags of Trash Removed
Making Baltimore cleaner, one neighborhood at a time
85%
Maintain Passing Grades
Academic success is a requirement for participation
30+
High School Graduates
Many continuing to college and careers
50+
Connected to Long-term Jobs
Building career pathways beyond cleanup work
12
Sports Tournaments Hosted
Building teamwork and community
200+
Mental Health Sessions
Clinical therapy and group support

16 Neighborhoods Transformed

From Pen Lucy to citywide impact

Interactive Map Showing All 16 Baltimore Sites

Click markers to see before/after photos and impact metrics

Pen Lucy

Where it all started (2012)

  • 150+ youth served
  • 2,500+ bags of trash removed
  • Community basketball court restored

Federal Hill

Partnership since 2018

  • Weekly cleanup crews
  • Business district beautification
  • Tourist area maintenance

South Baltimore Gateway

Ongoing partnership

  • Young adult cleanup crew
  • 1,200+ bags removed annually
  • Gateway area revitalization

Growth & Progress

Our organization's evolution over time

Youth Participation Over Time

Revenue Growth & Investment in Youth

Program Distribution (2024)

Youth Outcomes

Success Stories

Meet the youth whose lives have been transformed

Marcus Johnson

Marcus Johnson

"I started when I was 8, sweeping streets. Now I'm 20, training the next generation and enrolled in community college."

  • 12 years with MFP
  • $15,000+ earned
  • 15 youth currently mentoring

Marcus represents generational impact—from participant to leader, breaking cycles and building futures.

Jasmine Williams

Jasmine Williams

"Girl Power Group helped me find my voice. I learned self-love, set boundaries, and built confidence. Now I'm applying to college."

  • 3 years in programs
  • GPA improved from 2.1 to 3.5
  • First in family to attend college

Jasmine's transformation shows the power of mental health support combined with academic encouragement.

Darius Thompson

Darius Thompson

"MFP gave me my first real job at 18. I learned responsibility, saved money, and now work full-time in landscaping."

  • 2 years on cleanup crew
  • $8,000+ earned & saved
  • Full-time job secured

Darius's work ethic developed through MFP opened doors to a sustainable career in green industry.

Amara Davis

Amara Davis

"The basketball league taught me teamwork and discipline. I earned a spot on my high school varsity team as a freshman."

  • 4 seasons played
  • Team captain 2 years
  • Athletic scholarship prospect

Amara's athletic journey began in MFP's recreational leagues, building skills for competitive success.

Khalil Brown

Khalil Brown

"The financial literacy workshops changed my relationship with money. I opened my first savings account at 14."

  • $2,000+ saved by age 16
  • 5 workshops completed
  • Teaches peers about budgeting

Khalil's financial knowledge positions him for long-term success and breaks generational poverty cycles.

Tiana Mitchell

Tiana Mitchell

"PRP therapy helped me process trauma and anxiety. I'm now a peer counselor helping others heal."

  • 50+ sessions attended
  • Certified peer counselor
  • Psychology major goal

Tiana transformed her pain into purpose, now supporting other youth on their mental health journeys.

Community Transformations

See the visible difference MFP makes in neighborhoods

Old York Road, Pen Lucy

Before cleanup Before
After cleanup After

6 months of weekly cleanups transformed this corridor from littered and neglected to clean and welcoming. Youth removed 450+ bags of trash and planted community gardens.

What Partners Say

Community voices on MFP's impact

"My Fathers Plan youth are reliable, hardworking, and bring positive energy. They've transformed our neighborhood while building their futures."

Sarah Johnson Federal Hill Main Street Director

"As a parent, seeing my son gain confidence, work ethic, and purpose through MFP has been incredible. This program saves lives."

Michael Davis Parent of MFP Participant

"Dawod and his team don't just clean streets—they build character, teach responsibility, and create opportunities where none existed before."

Rev. Patricia Williams Community Faith Leader

Annual Impact Reports

Complete transparency on our programs and finances

2024 Annual Report

Youth Served: 25+ active | Sites: Multiple locations

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2023 Annual Report

Key expansion year with new partnerships established

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2022 Annual Report

Mental health program launch and Girl Power Group

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Financial Transparency

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