Who are we?
BTST Cares is a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization developed to further assist clients of BTST Services (an outpatient mental health clinic) and to impact our local communities outside of traditional mental health services.
our mission
BTST Cares is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing resources and programs through a lens of health equity in the communities in which BTST Services has a footprint.
our vision
We envision a society with empowered youth and individuals that have housing stability, access to affordable and nutritious food, and opportunities for social, emotional and financial
growth.
MEET THE
DIRECTOR,
JAN DESPER
PETERS
I am excited to share the annual report of BTST Cares Inc. because it is a reminder that I have the amazing responsibility to build the capacity of this nonprofit with a team that thinks it not robbery to uplift others.
This year, we were able to secure new donors, partners and volunteers, including Blk Swan, Self-ish Beauty, Saks Fifth Avenue, and the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement. One partnership that stands out particularly is that with Harlem Park Elementary Middle School under the very capable leadership of Principal Venus Jackson. Through this partnership, BTST Cares partnered to present a 15 session Parent Bootcamp, install a mural on the playground (inspired by Harlem Park’s student body and curated by Baltimore artist Kid Balloon), and host a summer camp. These programs engaged the entire Harlem Park community, including the school’s faculty and staff. Additionally, we hosted with Blk Swan restaurant, what will now be an annual Juneteenth symposium.. READ MORE
Chris
Simon, LMSW
Board President
WHO WE ARE
Exective Board
DONATE
Your support helps BTST Cares close gaps in education and provides youth wellness and enrichment programs and access to resources in times of need. Now is the time that we must come together as a community and be there for one another like never before. To donate, please visit BTST Cares’ Paypal or CashApp page. Proceeds will be used to benefit the communities in which we have offices: Baltimore City, and Prince George’s, Frederick, and Washington counties. Join us in making a difference. Donations of any size are tax deductible to the extent that the law allows and very much appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity!!!
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How We Serve
The Community
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B-Theory Enrichment Program
This new innovative initiative is for African
American boys and girls who will benefit in
a social-emotional learning environment
that is safe, nurturing, and equitable, values
children, builds confidence to overcome
systemic and social obstacles and poverty,
and provides exposure to experiences that
positively influence a child’s educational
and overall well-being.
Six Pillars of Youth Development
B-Theory is founded and guided upon six pillars. All programs offered through B-
Theory are designed to address one or more of these pillars.
ART THAT EMPOWERS
Art That Empowers is a program of B-Theory built in partnership with BTST Cares, Kid Balloon, and Harlem Park Elementary/Middle School. Together, the students and resident artist, Kid Balloon, designed a mural to reflect the values central to the Harlem Park EMS community. The final rendering was completed and installed in Spring 2021!
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INTRO TO MACHINE
LEARNING
In partnership with GB Squared LLC, BTST Cares launched the Intro to Machine Learning program that featured a virtual six-week course introducing 17 fifth- and seventh-grade students to coding and machine learning by providing hands-on experiences.
