The City of Frederick: Department of Economic Development

What began as initiative to find a pair of shoes of one student experiencing homelessness has blossomed into an impressive multi-faceted program serving the 1,000 + homeless students in Fredrick County Public Schools.?Today, the community along with local and state government officials joined together to celebrate SHIP of Frederick County and its 10-year anniversary. SHIP places young people in need of housing in safe, temporary, and welcoming spaces with volunteer hosts. Additionally, November is Youth Homelessness Awareness Month and SHIP has created the Homeless for the Holidays campaign to assist the youth experiencing homelessness to get the hygiene products they need. These requests range from toothbrushes and toothpaste to laundry detergent and feminine hygiene products. To learn more about SHIP and how you can assist: https://shipfrederick.com/? #frederickmd #frederickmaryland #studenthomelessness #businessanniversary #maryland #nonprofit

Congratulations to On Our Own Frederick on its new location at 121 S. Market Street in Downtown Frederick! This nonprofit organization has been providing peer led addiction recovery support and mental health support services since 1997.?On Our Own is an accepting, supportive community that educates and empowers people to heal, reconnect, and find a path forward. Services are available to adults seeking to recover from significant life challenges, mental health challenges or substance abuse disorder. In addition to peer support, individuals can take part in daily group sessions in person or online, health education, community resource navigation and even life skills coaching. To learn more about On Our Own’s inspirational work in Frederick or to volunteer, visit: www.onourownfrederick.org #frederickmd #frederickmaryland #ribboncutting #addictionrecoveryservices #mentalhealthsupportservices #communityresourcenavigation #healtheducation

TEDCO is excited to announce that applications are now open for its SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab, a comprehensive program tailored for Maryland’s life science and technology companies with a strong innovative edge. This opportunity is open to companies in Frederick County who are ready to take their innovations to the next level with federal funding. With the goal of positioning companies for up to $305,000 of non-dilutive Phase I funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Proposal Lab provides unmatched guidance and expertise. TEDCO’s team brings decades of experience in successfully navigating and winning SBIR/STTR and other federal grants. TEDCO offer hands-on training in proposal writing and review, along with a wealth of resources aimed at increasing companies’ chances of securing critical funding. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis through December 13th, and space is limited. They expect high interest from across the state, so qualified candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Companies can join TEDCO’s weekly Office Hours to get their questions about the Lab answered. It’s a transformative experience designed to enhance their SBIR/STTR proposals and, ultimately, help them thrive in the competitive landscape of federal funding. For more information: https://lnkd.in/evA_wbS Or message Kim Mozingo for additional program details. #frederickmd #frederickmaryland #tedco #lifescience #technology #SBIR #STTR #federalgrants #proposalwriting

Helping Hands and Caring Hearts is a non-profit based in DC, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. Recently the organization opened a 3rd location in #DowntownFrederick at 22 South Market Street Suite 210 Frederick Maryland 21701 within The Federated Charities Corporation of Frederick building. This new location will allow Helping Hands and Caring Hearts to serve more people in need throughout the region. Helping Hands and Caring Hearts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit created in 2022 to inspire, strengthen and empower individuals to make their own choices, and not be afraid or intimidated to ask for and get the help they need to be able to have a better life, and to break the systematic cycle. The organization also has a fully stocked food pantry at its Monrovia location to serve Frederick County residents with frozen meats and fresh fruits and vegetables, along with all the other needed nonperishable items and personal care items. Thanks for bringing your mission to Frederick! Learn more about this organization: https://lnkd.in/escGiAiC #frederickmd #frederickmaryland #nonprofit #foodpantry #peopleinneed #supplypantry

Attention free lancers and small businesses! Frederick Community College's Legal Studies program is teaming up with local attorneys for "Pro Bono Day!" #frederickmd #frederickmaryland #legaladvice #smallbusiness

Jumpstart your career with a career entry point into the local biotech industry! The Biotech Boot Camp is a free, 4-week, training program designed to help jobseekers gain the fundamental skills necessary to enter Frederick’s growing biotech industry. The program is intended for both first-time and experienced workers looking for a new career pathway. Following the successful completion of the course, program participants will be guaranteed an interview with local/regional biotech companies. The next information session is November 1st! Please share this with your contacts who might be looking to gain entry into a new career in biotech! For program details or to register: https://lnkd.in/dmpDmMqg This program has been developed collaboratively between Frederick Community College, Frederick County Workforce Services, The City of Frederick: Department of Economic Development, Frederick County Office of Economic Development and Maryland MEP! If you are a local biotech company interested in sponsoring this next program cohort, reach out to Kerry Wells at Maryland MEP! #frederickmd #frederickmaryland #biotech #biotechjobs #careertraining #freetraining #careerpathway #biotechbootcamp

Now HIRING! Looking for a role in the fast-paced world of economic development? The City of Frederick: Department of Economic Development provides business services and resources to the city's 3,900+ businesses across multiple industries - many of which are small businesses. See link for the complete position description! Deadline to apply is October 24th! https://lnkd.in/e7jcGtWr #frederickmd #frederickmaryland #maryland #economicdevelopmentjobs #nowhiring #governmentjobs #jobs #businessdevelopment #marketing

This week, Frederick welcomed attendees from around the state for the Main Street Maryland Conference sponsored by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) and MEDA (Maryland Economic Development Association) . On Monday evening, attendees were treated to street dining and Frederick hospitality hosted by the Downtown Frederick Partnership. On Tuesday, Maryland Main Street managers, board members, community teams, volunteers, advocates, and economic and community developers from across the state converged for a day of engaging presentations, experiences, and perspectives that highlighted the treasures of Maryland’s local communities and fostered thought-provoking conversations. The Conference even included a message by Governor Moore who shared that Maryland’s Main Streets bring over $1 billion in private investment and more than 14,000 jobs to the state. Learn more about the statewide Main Street Maryland initiative by visiting https://lnkd.in/ghZCtA_Z The City of Frederick is a national Main Street Community, and our very own Downtown Frederick Partnership is its biggest champion! Learn more about the Partnership's programs, events and initiatives at https://lnkd.in/edebMGk4 #frederickmd #frederickmaryland #downtownfrederick #mainstreet #mainstreetmaryland #Maryland #economicdevelopment #BusinessInFrederick #conference

Welcome to Gladstone Psychiatry and Wellness on the opening of its new office at 50 Carroll Creek Way in Downtown Frederick! The psychiatry and counseling center provides affordable, in-network mental health care to individuals across the Baltimore and Washington, DC regions. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gsakKhMD #frederickmd #downtownfrederick #ribboncutting #Maryland #economicdevelopment #BusinessNews #psychiatry #mentalhealth

Congratulations to the Frederick County Association of REALTORS? (FCAR) on its recent ribbon cutting at 490 Monocacy Boulevard! FCAR bought a former bank branch and converted it into offices, a spacious training room and conference room space to serve its 1266 members! Congratulations on your new "home!" #frederick #realestate #FCAR