Changing Lives

Through Employment

Employers

If you are looking to hire skilled and qualified candidates for your staffing needs, look no further! MND graduates are ready to work.

Job Seekers

If you are looking for professional training, certifications, and a dedicated career coach—all at no cost—enroll with MND today!

Supporters & Volunteers

If you want to make a difference in the lives of job seekers in your community, we have many options for you to support our mission.

Leading the Way to Long-Term Careers

Founded in 1973, Maryland New Directions (MND) is an award-winning 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that offers no-cost employment coaching and specialized career-training programs to Baltimore-area residents ages 18 and older. On average, MND works with 300 motivated individuals each year who are unemployed or underemployed and face obstacles finding a job, advancing with their current employer, or establishing a new career.

What We Offer:

A holistic approach to employment coaching and career training

Program outcomes that include industry-recognized credentials, a living wage, and an impressive average employment retention rate of 82.5% (1 yr)

Valuable employer partnerships with Greater Baltimore businesses and organizations

The ability to make an impact with your time, talent, or treasure—which helps us empower job seekers to succeed in their career journeys, and in turn, strengthens our community. Explore volunteer opportunities or make a donation today!

Success That’s Seen, Impact That’s Felt

141,733 Total Individuals Served Since 1973

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All statistics are based on FY25 reporting.

The Faces of Baltimore’s Workforce​

Take a Look Into Our Organization

Kind Words from Our Clients