Nurturing Women’s Dreams Through Love, Learning, and Spirit
Annual Report 2024
“The Future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”
-Eleanore Roosevelt
Caroline Center serves as a pivotal gateway for women, guiding them through their career paths, educational journeys, and towards a brighter future. Over 4,000 women have passed through our doors, marking the beginning of their healthcare education and immersing themselves in new knowledge, hope, and determination. Even after graduation, they invest further in their growth by pursuing additional educational opportunities. Guided by the principles of the School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND), we remain committed to their values and the belief that empowering women through education fosters meaningful and lasting change. Your generous support profoundly impacts these women as they envision a brighter future for themselves and their families. Our Academic and Career Advancement (ACA) scholarships enable our graduates to extend their education beyond the initial 15-week programs and open doors to future possibilities. With our new BuildHer: Women in Construction Training Initiative, women are offered a chance to explore careers in trade industry. With the continued support of our donors, contributors, and readers like you, we will keep nurturing their dreams of educational ambition.
Our Mission
Caroline Center’s mission is to empower each woman to reach the fullness of her potential so that she can create a future of hope for herself and her family.
From Our Board & Executive Director
Dear Friends and Supporters,
As we reflect on the past year, we are filled with immense pride and gratitude for the strides we have made together. It is with great pleasure that we present to you our annual report for the year, themed “Nurturing Women’s Dreams Through “Love, Learning, and Spirit.” This theme embodies our unwavering commitment to empowering women and fostering their growth in every aspect of their lives.
Love has been the cornerstone of our work. It is through the genuine care and encouragement from our community—whether it be our staff, volunteers, or supporters—that we have been able to create a nurturing environment where women feel valued and supported. In alignment with SSND’s belief that educating a woman transforms the world, this love fosters confidence and resilience, empowering each individual to pursue her dreams with courage, hope, and the conviction that she can effect lasting change in her community and beyond.
Learning represents the transformative educational opportunities we provide. By equipping women with the skills and knowledge they need, we empower them to overcome barriers and seize new opportunities. Our programs are designed to be both impactful and accessible, ensuring that every woman has the tools she needs to succeed in her personal and professional life.
Spirit captures the essence of the perseverance and inner strength that we celebrate in the women we serve. It is the spirit of determination and optimism that drives our mission forward and inspires us daily. This spirit is reflected in the stories of triumph and progress that fill the pages of this report, showcasing the resilience and potential that are at the heart of our work.
The pages of this report will take you through our achievements, the lives we have touched, and the impact of your support. Each story shared reflects the essence of our theme—showcasing how love, learning, and spirit have been central to the journeys of the women we serve. We are proud to share their stories with you, as they are a testament to the transformative power of our collective work.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible staff, volunteers, partners, and donors. Your unwavering support and dedication have been the bedrock of our success. It is your belief in our mission that fuels our drive and passion to make a difference.
As we look to the future, we are excited about the new opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. We remain committed to our vision of nurturing dreams and fostering growth, and we are confident that, with your continued support, we will achieve even greater milestones.
Thank you for being an integral part of this journey. Together, we are making a profound difference in the lives of countless women, and for that, we are profoundly grateful.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Katina Williams Board of Directors, Chair
Lynn Selby, MBA Executive Director
Board of Trustees 2023-2024
Lisa Benson, Board Chair
President & CEO
Mary Kraft Staffing & HR Solutions
Jasmine Brennan
Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion,
Americas T. Rowe Price
Samantha DuFlo, DPT
Chief Medical Officer
Indigo Physiotherapy/Indigo Health Ventures, LLC
Erin Cawley
Research Business Analyst
Brown Advisory
Martin Knott, Jr.
President
Advanced Indoor Resources, LLC
Ann Marsh
Community Volunteer
Cora Lee Middleton, SSND
Community Volunteer
Dana Peterson Moore, Esq.
Senior Advisor for Key Bridge Response and Recovery, Mayor’s Office
Limétéze Pierre-Gilles, SSND
Community Volunteer
Rhinenena Quamina, RN
University of MD, St. Joseph Medical Center
Sandra Regler
Human Resources Consultant
Amy Larocque–Romano
Deputy Director/Chief Operating Officer
St. Ambrose Housing Aid Center
Faith E. Thomas, Esq.
Vice Chair, Board of Directors
GBMC Healthcare, Inc.
Katina Williams
Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Kathleen Wisser, Ph.D., RN, CNE
Assoc. Professor and Dean of School of Nursing, Notre Dame of Maryland University
Linda Woolf, Esq.
Managing Partner, Goodell DeViries, LLP
Ex-Officio:
Lynn M. Selby, MBA
Executive Director, Caroline Center
Emerita:
Kathleen Feeley, SSND
Prov. Council Liaison:
Nancy Gilchriest, SSND
Outgoing Members
(as of June 30, 2024):
Lisa Benson
Samantha DuFlo, DPT
Sandra Regler
Kathleen Wisser, Ph.D., RN, CNE
Linda Woolf, Esq.
Incoming Board of Trustees 2024-2025
Effective July 1, 2024
Katina Williams, Board Chair
Vice President of Finance & Chief Financial Officer, Johns Hopkins Hospital
Mary Packard, PhD, RN
School of Nursing
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Scholarships
Caroline Center is proud to honor our cherished friend and former colleague, the late Jackie Buedel. Jackie played a pivotal role in initiating and nurturing our Academic & Career Advancement (ACA) Program over a decade ago. Her dedication has enabled our ACA scholarships to provide essential financial support for graduates pursuing advanced certifications and degrees, fostering career growth and upward mobility in healthcare.
Jackie’s unwavering commitment to Caroline Center’s mission and the women we serve is evident through her work, and her legacy continues through the ACA program she established. By supporting our ACA scholarship program, you will help women each year achieve advanced certifications and degrees, enhancing their lives and those of their families.
We have numerous scholarships to which you can donate that will contribute to our graduates’ educational futures including:
The Moving Forward Nursing School Scholarship is designed to support Caroline Center alumni pursuing advanced education in nursing. This scholarship is intended to help cover tuition and related expenses for women who have completed their initial training at Caroline Center and are seeking to advance their medical careers. It aims to provide financial assistance to those who have demonstrated commitment and potential in their field.
Patience Laryea, a Caroline Center alum who completed her CNA training, is now a recipient of the Moving Forward Nursing School Scholarship, funded by a group of anonymous donors to support Caroline Center graduates in pursuing a college-based nursing degree in Maryland. Now that she has finished her summer classes, Patience is making significant strides toward her nursing career. Currently she’s enrolled in several fall courses, including Psychology and Biology, and is committed to receiving her degree in Nursing. Her evident dedication and recent achievements showcase her remarkable perseverance and passion for her career.
The Caroline Center Scholarship Fund is provided by Caroline Center to support students
Scholarships
and alumni in their educational advancements. This fund is used to offer financial aid for various needs, including tuition for further studies, certification fees, and other professional development expenses. The scholarship is designed to help women actively engaged in, or have completed, Caroline Center programs but require additional financial support to reach their career goals.
Iman Bedada, who completed her Pharmacy Technician training at Caroline Center, is now a dedicated recipient of the Caroline Center Scholarship Fund. She was recently awarded a scholarship from the Judy Family Foundation Fund, a longtime benefactor of Caroline Center. Iman is passionately working towards completing her Diagnostic Medical Sonography degree and completed the SPI board exam (Sonography Physics) in August 2024. Iman’s commitment to achieving her goals is truly inspiring. She continues her dedication to advancing in her field and is currently enrolled in a clinical practicum and two different Echo lab lectures. Her recent preparations, combined with her determination and perseverance, reflect a remarkable drive and resilience.
Caroline Center serves as a pivotal gateway for women... guiding them through their career paths, educational journeys, and towards a brighter future.
Alumni Highlights
Gabrielle Harper (CNA)
Gabrielle Harper exemplified unwavering focus and determination throughout her CNA training at Caroline Center. Her commitment to mastering the skills required for patient care and her active participation in all aspects of the program contributed to her rapid success after graduation. She was hired by the University of Maryland Medical System as a Patient Care Technician only 2 months after completing the program. Gabrielle’s dedication has not only helped her excel in her career but also inspired her peers. Her journey from a focused student to a respected healthcare professional demonstrates the strength and perseverance fostered by Caroline Center.
LaShawn Fuller (PhT)
Lashawn Fuller’s dedication during her time at Caroline Center was evident through her consistent focus on her studies and practical training. After graduating, she was quickly hired at Northern Pharmacy Long Term Care with a stellar offer. Her commitment to learning and applying pharmaceutical practices has been a key factor in her success as a Pharmacy Technician. Lashawn’s ability to stay concentrated on her goals and excel in her coursework demonstrates the quality of training provided by Caroline Center. Her continued progress in her career showcases her determination and the effectiveness of the program.
Tatyana Crest (PhT)
Tatyana Crest’s quiet determination and self-driven nature set her apart during her time at Caroline Center. As an extraordinary student and valedictorian of her class, Tatyana completed her externship at Northern Special Care Pharmacy, where her professionalism and competence earned her a fulltime position after completing her hours. Her dedication and focus throughout the Pharmacy Technician program speak to her ambition and the supportive environment fostered by Caroline Center. Tatyana’s ability to transition seamlessly into the workforce showcases her strength and the potential nurtured within her at Caroline Center.
Alumni Highlights
Tariah Thompson (PhT)
Tariah Thompson’s journey through Caroline Center’s Pharmacy Technician program was driven by a deep desire to build a better future for herself and her son. Her decision to change career paths reflected her determination and resilience. Tariah’s instructors praised her as a pleasure to teach, and her commitment to learning was evident throughout the program. After completing her externship at the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC), she secured a full-time position there as a Pharmacy Technician. Her growth from student to professional is a testament to her dedication and the lifechanging opportunities Caroline Center provides.
Candice Logan (PhT)
Candice Logan’s extensive healthcare experience, combined with her passion for growth, made her a standout in Caroline Center’s Pharmacy Technician program. Her instructors described her as an enjoyable student to teach, and her commitment to advancing her career was evident throughout her training. After completing her externship, Candice applied to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC), where she quickly secured a full-time position as a Pharmacy Technician. She continues to give back to Caroline Center by participating in our alumni panel, highlighting her dedication to her alma mater and the students who look up to her. Candance’s achievements reflect not only her determination but also her progressive journey in healthcare. Candice’s success serves as an inspiration to current students, reinforcing the idea that they are Caroline Center women for life and motivating them to stay connected with us as they pursue their own career goals.
Keonna Turnipseed (CNA)
Keonna Turnipseed demonstrated remarkable focus and dedication throughout her CNA training. Her commitment to mastering patient care skills and her proactive engagement in the program were evident in her outstanding performance. She’s currently working as private duty GNA at Autumn Lake. Keonna’s dedication during her time at Caroline Center laid a strong foundation for her career, and her continued success in the healthcare field reflects both her hard work and the quality of training provided by the center.
A Generous Year of Giving Highlights
As we reflect on this past year, our hearts are filled with deep gratitude for the love, support, and spirit that have nurtured our mission and empowered us to create lasting change in the lives of women . The generosity of our community has been a powerful testament to how learning, dedication, and belief in women’s dreams can shape brighter futures. Here are some of the highlights from this remarkable year:
On June 13, 2024, we gathered at the Mansion at Valley Country Club for our annual fundraiser, “Scrubs on a Mission.” With 186 friends of Caroline Center by our side, we united in Planting Seeds for Women’s Education . Together, we grossed over $103,000— funds that will go directly toward nurturing the dreams of the women we serve in Baltimore City.
Throughout the year, Caroline Center partnered with local businesses to host a series of “friendraisers,” where friends came together to enjoy evenings at Gertrude’s, Union Craft Brewing, Verde Pizza, and more. These community gatherings grossed over $2,800 and reminded us of the power of shared spirit in lifting up our mission to empower women.
We are profoundly grateful to our 303 active benefactors and the 83 new supporters who invested with love and generosity in the dreams of our students this year.
On Giving Tuesday, November 28th, we raised $4,980 through the outpouring of donations from our caring community.
In January 2024, with a $174,000 grant from the Daughters of Charity Ministries, Inc., we launched “BuildHer,” a pre-apprenticeship training program. In partnership with the Baltimore-Washington Buildings and Trades Council and the Maryland Center for Construction Education & Innovation (MCCEI), we prepared women for promising careers in the trades. The program includes four weeks of Essential Skills and Math for Construction training, followed by pre-apprenticeship training at a union location.
None of this could be achieved without the boundless love, dedication, and support of our donors, volunteers, staff, sponsors, and partners. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to each of you for believing in our mission and nurturing the dreams of the women we serve.
As we look to the future, we remain committed to deepening our impact, expanding our reach, and continuing to build a brighter tomorrow. Together, through love, learning, and spirit, we will nurture the dreams of women and create a future filled with hope and opportunity.
Thank you for contributing to the success of this year’s Scrubs on a Mission fundraising event! We deeply appreciate the dedication of our event sponsors, board of trustees, special events committee, and the many staff and community volunteers who helped make the event so enjoyable. Thanks to the combined proceeds from Scrubs on a Mission 2024 and other event-related income, your generous support helped us raise over $103,000 for Caroline Center programs.
Scrubs on a Mission Sponsors
Thank You Scrubs Sponsors!
Founders Circle of Hope
Buedel Family
Whiting Turner
Mother Caroline’s Courage
Ann Marsh
Blessed Theresa’s Visionaries
Community Engagement and workforce
Development/ UM University of Maryland
Medical Center
Stella Maris
Building a Better Baltimore
Keswick
League for People
Ralph Partlow
School Sisters of Notre Dame – Atlantic
Midwest Province
T-Rower Price
Wellpoint
Friend of Caroline Center
A.I.R LLC Advanced Indoor Resources
Betty Contino
Brown Advisory
Calvert Mechanical Solutions
Chesapeake Insurance Employers
Cleghorn Capital
Gail Moody
GBMC
Leonard Miller and Associates
Linda Woolf
Merritt
Wawa
Supporter of Somerset
Bay City Pest Managment Company
Duncan Commercial Cleaning
Integrity Security and Access
Sharpe Educational Consulting LLC
Weyrich, Cronin and Sorra
2023-2024 Tribute Gifts
Gifts In Honor
In Honor Of Caroline Center’s Birthday
Juquetta Adams
Jim and Valerie Bailey
Tonya Lilly
Chris Mallouh
Deaira Reed
In Honor Of Class ‘17
Valerie Lewis
In Honor Of Kathleen Feeley, SSND
Dennis R. O`Shea
In Honor Of Anne Marie Gardiner, SSND
Mary Gunning
In Honor Of Caroline & Jake Lane
Cora Lee Middleton, SSND
In Honor Of Ann Marsh
Nadine Oswald
In Honor Of Beth Mitchell
Amelia A. Mike
In Honor Of Steve Mitchell
Amelia A. Mike
In Honor Of Jeanne Mott
Teresa B. Fromme
In Honor Of Rev & Suzanne McQuaid
Sienna Wagner
In Honor Of Suzanne McQuaid
Brian McQuaid
Ann Kennedy
In Honor Of SSND 2023 Jubilarians
SSND Largo, FL Community
In Honor Of SSND 2023 Jubilarians of the Atlantic Midwest Province
Kathy Fullerton, SSND
In Honor Of SSND 2024 Jubilarians
Jane Cayer, SSND
Therese Dougherty, SSND
Cora Lee Middleton, SSND
Gifts In Memory
In Memory Of Abigail Sterne Baxter
Patricia Evans
In Memory Of Kelly Bednarczyk Hall
Sandra Ballantine
In Memory Of Marti Anne Eckert
James Strickler
In Memory Of Eileen C. Hackitt
Kathy Fullerton, SSND
In Memory Of Eileen Haile
Jim and Valerie Bailey
In Memory Of Linda Hartlove
Jim and Valerie Bailey
In Memory Of Peggy Lebon
Jim and Valerie Bailey
In Memory Of Mary Louise McHugh
Regina Woloszyn
In Memory Of Michelle Mello
Toni Moore-Duggan
In Memory Of Ginny Milanicz
Allison Murdock Booth
Ellen Curran
In Memory Of Pumpkin, A True Caregiver
Patricia Evans
In Memory Of Albert R.
Joyce Marani
In Memory Of Gregory Stewart
Lisa M. Benson
2023-2024 Contributors
Supporter of Somerset
($0.00 to $249.00)
Anonymous
Mary Antkowiak
Jeffrey Bateman
Mr. & Mrs. Jane J R. Balkam
Sandra Ballantine
Mr. & Mrs. Richard E. Bartlett
Allison Benson
Greg & Julie Bernhardt
Bin 604 Wine Sellers
Joshua Bohannon
Robin Bond
Allison Murdock Booth
Lenora Lester Booth
Ann Brennan-Zelenka
Cathie Bryant
Deborah Burke
Donald Burke
Katherine Bush
Jayson Cabrera
Cat’s Eye Pub
Jane Cayer
Lois Chalmers
Maureen Chandler
Caitlin Connor
Mary Jo Cook
Marjorie Cotterman RN
Rachael Crowe
Erica Cryor
Ellen Curran
Gislin Dagnelie
Yvonne Debruin
John Delozier
Therese Dougherty, SSND
Jean Farnsworth
Paula Fazio
James and Gina Fischer
Mrs. Frances H. Flanigan III
Charles J. Fleming
Alison J. Ford
Kimberly Ford
Teresa B. Fromme
LaShawn Fuller
Kathy Fullerton, SSND
Mr. & Mrs. Timothy M. Gisriel
Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Glinka
Dr. & Mrs. Nelson Goldberg
David Greenberg
Mary Gunning
Dorothy Guy Esq.
Mr. & Mrs. Carol F. Haislip
Jennifer Hammand
Margaret A. Haroth
Lenora Henry
Tierra Henson
Denise Hess
Marie Hess
Raymond Hess
Gladys Holmes
Mary Ruth Horner
Alex & Steph Huggins
Harriet R. Johnson
Autumn Johnson-Williams
Martin & Heather S. Kajic
Cindi Kelly
Felicia Kelly Crum
Ann Kennedy
Mr. & Mrs. Walter D. Kone
Bette M. Koontz
Bret Lanahan
Catherine O. Levitas
Valerie Lewis
Tonya Lilly
Barbara Lofts
Nancy Macci
Amy Macht
Chris Mallouh
Joanne E. Manzo
Carol Martin
Mary McClinton
Patricia McGrath
Patricia McLaughlin, SSND
Supporter of Somerset
($0.00 to $249.00)
Cora Lee Middleton, SSND
Amelia A. Mike
Megan Miner
Dana Moore, Esq.
Robert Moore
Helene Murtha
NAWIC-Baltimore Chapter No 135
Thomas J. Nelson
Dennis R. O`shea
Patrick W. O’Connor
Nadine Oswald
Ms. Jill Packo
Jeanette Parmigiani
Sandra S. Patterson
Susan Perl
Karol Pesar
Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Peters
Limeteze Pierre-Gilles, SSND
Deaira Reed
Ellen R. Rosenthal
Thomas Rouse
Mr. & Mrs. Rowan
Paul Rudell
Francis Brown Rugemer
Roberta Evans Sabin
John & Karen Schoelkopf
Elizabeth Murphy Shaughnessy
Blake Sheehan
Beth Sloand
Amy Sloane
Valerie Smalkin
Brenda Smith
Kennedy Smith
Valerie Smith
SSND Largo, FL Community
Benita St. Amant
Anne Stalfort
Robin Stewart
Malcolm Stoll
Rose Marie Sunderland
Mr. & Mrs. James Swaner
Richard & Margaret Szymkiewicz
Pranita Tamma
Cessy Torsella
Michael Tramontin
Alice Trosch
Union Craft Brewing
VCC Associates
Sienna Wagner
Pickworth Wallace
Cindy Wiley
Dorothea Wilfong
Mr. & Mrs. Randolph L. Williams
Diane M. Winkelman
Nancy Wolfe
Regina Woloszyn
Friend of Caroline Center
($250.00 to $499.00)
Juquetta Adams
Bay City Pest Management Co., Inc.
Blue Pit LLC
Russell & Rebecca Brown
Barbara Bury
Laura Collins
Corinne Davidson
Diamondback Brewing Company LLC
Debbie J. Feeley
Charles M. Franklin III
Lillian P. Freudenberger
Nancy Gilchriest, SSND
Mr. & Mrs. Russell W. Keiser
Beth Lebow
Phyllis A. Marsh
Jeanne Martin
The Honorable Albert J. Matricciani
Brian McQuaid
Roslyn Miller
Yvonne Moten
Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Community
Mary Packard
2023-2024 Contributors
Friend of Caroline Center
($250.00 to $499.00)
Anne Marie Parsons
Charles Peters
Grace Sciamanna, SSND
Frances Senft
Michael Smith
Shayna Sterrett
Verde Corporation
Building a Better Baltimore
($500.00 to $999.00)
Jim and Valerie Bailey
Christopher Barlow
Akisha Barnes
Mr. & Mrs. William E. Behrens
Robert Brown Jr
Dr. & Mrs. Jim and Chris J. Buckley
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Cunningham
Dr. Frank C. Marino Foundation, Inc.
Eric Drumgoole
Patricia Evans
Doug Groves
Mr. & Mrs. Gordy Guay
Mr. & Mrs. Robert J. Hughes
Tal Leming
Mr. & Mrs. Mark and Kari-Ann L. Lynne
Mr. & Mrs. James S. Miller
Patricia J. Mitchell
Toni Moore-Duggan
Kathleen Odonnell Agpalo
Anita Healy O’Neill
Professional Technologies Consulting Inc.
Public Justice Center
Royston, Mueller, McLean & Reid, LLP
Roland & Lynn Selby Jr.
Sharpe Educational Consulting, LLC
Dr. & Mrs. Harriet F. Spector
St. Bernadette Paris
Urban Bible Fellowship Church
Sonya Wallace
Weyrich, Cronin & Sorra
Dr. Joanne K. Wills
Yield Giving
Blessed Theresa’s Visionaries
($1,000.00 to $2,499.00)
Anonymous
Bank of America Matching Gift Program
Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Barlow
Maria Paula Beteta
Brown Advisory
Calvert Hall College
Calvert Plumbing & Heating Co.
Chesapeake Employers Insurance Company
Kathleen A. Coakley
Mr. & Mrs. J. Michael Connelly Jr.
Betty A. Contino
Karen Coyne
Sara Doran
Duncan Commercial Cleaning Services
Mr. & Mrs. Martin J. Eby
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Ford
GBMC
Gertrude’s
Jeanette Glose Partlow
Mollie Jenckes
Anita M. Langford RN
Leonard J. Miller & Associates, Chartered
Mr. & Mrs. Edward McKay
Merritt Companies
John Meyerhoff, M.D. & Lenel SrochiMeyerhoff.
Miriam and Herb Mittenthal
Gail Moody
Helen M. Otell
Dana A. Reed
Sandra E. Regler
Francis Smyth
James Strickler
The Campbell Foundation, Inc.
The Joseph Mullan Co.
The League for People with Disabilities
Mr. & Mrs. George F. Vaeth
Wawa Foundation
Thomas Whipple
Katina Williams
Mr. & Mrs. Charles F. Zeiler
Mother Caroline’s Courage
($2,500.00 to $4,999.00)
Cathleen E. Blanton
Janice Bonner
Jasmine Brennan
Mary Cardoni
Erin Cawley
Dr. Samantha Duflo
Mr. & Mrs. Kevin R. Dunbar
William O. Gallagher
Joyce Marani
Keswick Multi-Care
Martin Knott
Amy Larocque-Rumano
Mr. & Mrs. John M. Liu
Heather Miller Rubens Ph.D.
T. Rowe Price Associates Foundation
Faith Thomas, Esq.
Robert E. and Joanne Voelkel
Mr. & Mrs. Craig D. Walrath
Wellpoint
Alicia Lynn Wilson
Kathleen Z. Wisser Ph.D.
WMS Partners LLC
Linda S. Woolf, Esq.
Circle of Hope
($5,000.00 to $9,999.00)
Anonymous
Baltimore Alliance for Careers in Healthcare, Inc.
Lisa M. Benson
Mr. & Mrs. Doug Brown
Susan Castellan
David G. Hoovler
Mr. & Mrs. David M. Noll Ph.D.
Mr. & Mrs. Ralph V. Partlow III
RBC Wealth Management
Mr. & Mrs. Timothy J. Regan
Stella Maris
The Johns Hopkins Neighborhood Fund
UMMC Community Engagement & Workforce Development
Mr. & Mrs. Jeff and Karen W. Wendel
Wright Family Foundation
Champions for Empowering Women
($10,000.00 to $24,999.00)
Mr. & Mrs. George W. Bain
Bank of America
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Buedel
Mary Catherine Bunting
Helen P. Denit Foundation
The Judy Family Foundation
Ann-Lindsay Smyth Marsh
Raskob Foundation
Steel and Wire Products Incorporated
The Abell Foundation
Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
Celebrating Connections
($25,000.00 to $49,999.00)
Allegis Group, Inc.
Baltimore Women’s Giving Circle at the BCF Bloomberg Philanthropies
Dr.’s Michael and Mary J. Lynch
The Charles T. Bauer Charitable Foundation
Leadership Circle ($50,000 and Above)
Mary Adele Griesacker
Hoffberger Foundation
Mission & Ministry Impact
Renewal Foundation of BCF
School Sisters of Notre Dame, Atlantic-Midwest Province
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation
2023-2024 Staff & Volunteers
Lynn M. Selby
Executive Director
Quetta Adams
Pharmacy Technician
Coordinator & Instructor
Valerie Bailey
Development Director
Christopher Barlow
Business Manager
Maria Paula Beteta
Marketing Manager
Corinne Davidson
Director of Technology
Patricia Evans
Grant Writer
Melissa Gessner
Administrative Coordinator
Autumn Johnson-Williams
Academic & Career Advancement
Support Services Manager
Cynthia Kelly
CNA/GNA Skills Instructor
Chris Mallouh
Pharmacy Technician
Skills Instructor
Toni Moore-Duggan
CNA/GNA Coordinator & Instructor
Yvonne Moten
Essential Skills Coordinator
Helene Murtha
Professional Readiness Instructor
Grace Sciamanna, SSND
Director of Administration
Shayna Sterrett
Director of Programs
Robin Stewart
Receptionist
Judi Reynold-Stokes
Essential Skills and Career Coach
Volunteer
Instructors:
Sue Appling
Janice Bonner
Maureen Chandler
Laura Collins
Roberta Sabin
Sr. Kathleen Shannon, DC
Beth Sloand
Volunteers:
JuQuetta Adams
Natalie Alfredson
Maria Alexander
Steve Arthur
Gus Astifidis
Erika Bailey
Jim Bailey
Valerie Bailey
Akisha Barnes
Derrick Barnes
Kim Barnett
Kimberly Barnett
Maria Paula Beteta
Rebecca Browon
Virginia Brune, SSND
Niela Buie
Morgan Butler
Stacey Butler
Yvonne Butler
Sherrah Carroll
Gary Chandler
Mary Tess Collison
Tess Collison
Corinne Davidson
Renee Dash
Lindsey Deitch
Madison Dennis
Allison Duggan
Volunteers:
Dashia Evans
Regina Figueroa
Maya Fox
LaShawn Fuller
Cathy Gaines
Mark Gaines
Amy Gellantly
Melissa Gessner
Jada Gill
Luis Gittens
Karyn Gold
Ashley Graff
Marvina Green
Mike Gross
Stacy Gunnip, SSND
Mary Gunning
Jennifer Hammand
Rosha Handy
Gabrielle Harper
Toni Hornes-Sullivan
Ethel Jackson
Nia Jackson
Cyril Jenkins
Janay Johnson
Stephanie Johnson
Autumn Johnson-Williams
Shaniqua Jones
Carolyn Keller
Sandra Kaval
Jonah Labovitz
Kenia Long
Cathy Maglalang-Henley
Gail Marshall
Chennita McClean
Lyonne McKenzie
Joan Montgomery
Yvonne Moten
Lakia Murphy
Volunteers:
Helene Murtha
Charlene Myles
Michelle Noble
LaMarkus Palmer
Mary Palmer
Ann Patterson
Rita Michelle Proctor, OSP
David Rodwin
Deborah Saraullo
Lily Schultheis
Grace Sciamanna, SSND
Janyia Sealy
Lynn Selby
Dottie Semesky
Colleen Shannon
Kathleen Shannon, DC
Yvonne Shilow
Makiya Shird
Nicole Silver
Katie Socolow
Robin Stewart
Shayna Stewart
Theo Sullivan
Nicole Swann
Chris Sweeney
Wendy Taylor
George Townsend
Cessy Torsella
Meskerem Tsegaye
Keonna Turnipseed
Sonya Wallace
Nancy Whipple
Dr. Jyness Williams
Sam Williams
Mychelle Wills
Financial Snapshot - FY2024
With the generous support of our donors, Caroline Center is able to provide its program tuition-free to women in Baltimore so that they can pursue meaningful careers and have access to the life-changing opportunities that an SSND-inspired education can provide. All contributions directly support the program and help women progress along their career and higher educational paths.
Expenses
*This report is based on actual revenues received and expenses (cash basis) rounded to the nearest thousand. It does not include contributed services or contributed rent.
Celebrating Success FY 2024
July 2023
Caroline Center officially declared July Scholarship Month in honor of our longtime friend and former colleague, the late Jackie Buedel.
August 2023
We celebrated and congratulated Cohort 84 at their closing ceremony.
September 2023
Caroline Center staff get back together after the summer break at the Summer Staff party and celebrated the beginning of the first Cohort of the fiscal year!
October 2023
We celebrated Caroline Center’s 27th Birthday
November 2023
We participated in Notre Dame Prep’s annual Stuff-a-Bus fundraiser that donated supplies to Caroline Center.
December 2023
Caroline Center staff and supporters got together for our Union Craft Brewing Freindraiser!
February 2024
Caroline Center staff organized a “Hearts to Home” sale for the students. Sister Grace Sciamanna asked all staff to donate different “new and nearly new” clothes, jewelry and other household items for students to give a second chance.
April 2024
Caroline Center participated in tabling events around Baltimore with continuing partnerships with the Mayor’s Office of Employment, University of Maryland Medical Center Workforce Development & Community Engagement, and Baltimore City Public Schools.
June 2024
We held our annual Scrubs on a Mission fundraiser which grossed over $103,000! The night was filled with laughter, smiles, and giving! A great end to our FY24 year!
January 2024
Recruitment for the first BuildHer: Women in Construction Training Initiative begins. Applications opened for the first session that started in February.
March 2024
We were honored to welcome Maryland State Senator, Mr. Cory V. McCay. After hearing about Caroline Center and the work we do for the women of Baltimore, Senator McCray stopped by to see it all for himself.
May 2024
Caroline Center graced the pages of Baltimore Magazine! The feature sheds light on our women in construction initiative, BuildHER, and how we offer women a pathway into the construction industry.
