Who We Are

Strengthening The Fabric of Neighborhoods
CHAI is a nonprofit housing and community development organization serving northwest Baltimore. Over four decades of community service, CHAI has been forging deep connections and helping residents of all ages thrive, making our neighborhoods a stronger, better place in which to live, learn, and grow older.
CHAI accomplishes its mission by:
- Developing and managing affordable housing for seniors, families, and individuals with disabilities
- Providing an array of services that enable older adults to remain independent, active and connected
- Promoting sustainable homeownership through homebuyer education and housing counseling
- Investing in and enhancing the housing stock in its neighborhoods through grants and interest-free loans
- Supporting local public schools through advocacy, resource development, and marketing
- Collaborating with other community-based organizations to advance regional initiatives
- Elevating the voices of residents by convening them around issues that are important to them
At Our Core

Respect
Kavod honoring others through actions

Community
Kehillah finding strength in the collective

Diversity
B’tzelem Elokim seeing humanity and dignity in all people

Integrity
Derech Eretz acting ethically and responsibly

Drive
Ometz Lev motivation to the highest level of service

Staff and Leadership
At CHAI, our people are our greatest asset. Meet the dedicated team that's helping inspire change in northwest Baltimore.
Meet Our Team
Careers at CHAI
Are you looking for a job that will help you turn mission into action? Join our team!
Work With UsWe are grateful for the support of our funding partners, who help support our housing and community development programs and services in northwest Baltimore.
Annual Reports
Browse our recent Annual Reports to learn more about how CHAI works.