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Baltimore Community Lending to spend nearly $5M on new downtown headquarters

By Garrett Dvorkin – Reporter, Baltimore Business Journal Nov 8, 2023   Baltimore Community Lending (BCL) will spend close to…

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“Building Blocks for Real Estate Development” Training Session

Real estate development is a dynamic industry, offering many opportunities for professionals at every career stage. Whether you’re a seasoned…

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U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, Watchen Bruce, U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, and Jerome Stephens pose with a $1 million check.

Baltimore Community Lending Unveils Renovation for Business Development & Resource Center with $1 Million Check Presentation 

U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen, Watchen Bruce (President & CEO of BCL), U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, and Jerome Stephens (Community…

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Application Deadline Extended for Small Businesses to Win Free Rent and Training in Waverly

May 18, 2023 The deadline to apply for the Root to Success Contest, which will culminate in six small businesses…

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Baltimore Community Lending Secures $7.1 Million to Expand Opportunities in Underserved Communities

Baltimore Community Lending (BCL) announced that it has secured $7.1 million to expand access to financing and training for underserved small businesses and real estate developers in the Baltimore Metro area.

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Baltimore Community Lending Closes On Building, Furthers Plans for Business Development & Resource Center

Last Friday, Baltimore Community Lending (BCL) officially acquired the building that is slated to become its Business Development and Resource Center and office headquarters.

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Small Businesses that Received Loans from Baltimore Community Lending Officially Open at the Revitalized Lexington Market

Nine small businesses that received small business loans from Baltimore Community Lending (BCL) officially opened for business at the newly revitalized Lexington Market at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday.

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President & CEO of Baltimore Community Lending Graduates from the Leadership 2022

The President & CEO of Baltimore Community Lending, Watchen Harris Bruce, has graduated as a member of The Leadership Class of 2022.

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BCL To Administer Funds To New Lexington Market Vendors

As construction proceeds on a modern, $40 million rebuild of Baltimore’s historic Lexington Market, its developer is partnering with local institutions to provide loans and business support to the market’s vendors.

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BCL Receives Stakeholder Award

Baltimore Community Lending (BCL) received the Stakeholder Award from the Greater Baltimore Black Chamber of Commerce during their 15th Anniversary Gala and Annual Meeting this past Saturday.

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