SOAR
Adult Mental Health First Aid Training
On September 11, 2025 our Securing Older Adult Resources (SOAR) Team hosted the Adult Mental Health First Aid training provided by Behavioral Health System Baltimore at our offices. Attendees learned how to assist and support others who may be experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Adult Mental Health First Aid teaches the skills needed to recognize and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges, as well as how to provide someone with initial support until they are connected with appropriate professional help. Congratulations to all of the participants for taking this important step ...
Maryland Homeowners and Renters Tax Credit Deadline
The deadline to apply for the Maryland Homeowners’ and Renters’ Tax Credit Programs is October first! These programs, offered by the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT), provide financial relief to eligible households based on income and property value. With rising costs for utilities, housing, groceries, and other basic expenses—exacerbated by recent federal policy changes that may limit support programs—these tax credits are more important than ever. They provide critical relief for Maryland families, especially older adults, renters, and low- to moderate-income households, by helping to offset monthly utility bills, reduce housing costs, and stretch household budgets. For many, ...
Our Impact
Click on the links below to see the impact our direct service work has made across Maryland. Our 2023 impact by county and legislative district Our 2024 impact by county and legislative district
Our 2024 Impact by County and Legislative District
Our Impact - County By County Click on your county to see how many people we have served in each legislative district in 2024.
Maryland Renters and Homeowners Tax Credit Assistance
Two additional SOAR sites have been added, so Maryland tenants and homeowners can get assistance with the Maryland Renters and Homeowners Tax Credit applications. Starting, Wednesday, July 1, 2025 our SOAR staff will be at the Community Action Partnership Center Northwest location, 3939 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, Md 21215 until October 1, 2025. They are available every Wednesday, from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. They will also help Maryland renters and homeowners at St. Mary's Outreach Center Tuesdays until September 2, 2025 from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM, 3939 Roland Ave, Baltimore, Md 21211. If you need additional help with the ...
Our 2023 Impact by County and Legislative District
Our Impact - County By County Click on your county to see how many people we have served in each legislative district in 2023.
Homeowners’ Property Tax Credit
What is the Maryland Homeowners' Property Tax Credit? The Homeowners’ Property Tax Credit caps a person’s property tax on a sliding scale based on income — many homeowners have received more than $1,000 dollars back. It could be the difference between losing or keeping your home. Too few homeowners eligible for this tax credit even know it exists. Don’t leave money on the table — take the credit! The State of Maryland developed a program which allows credits against the homeowner's property tax bill ...
Renters’ Tax Credit Program
What is the Maryland Renters' Tax Credit Program? The Maryland Renter’s Tax Credit Program provides financial assistance to help low-income tenants with their rent. Although the program has been around for decades, few people eligible for the Maryland Renter’s Tax Credit even know it exists! The Renters' Tax Credit Program provides property tax credits for renters who meet certain requirements. The plan was modeled after and designed to be similar in principle to the Homeowners' Tax Credit Program, which is known to many as the ...
Staff & Board
Meet Our Staff The Economic Action staff is a team of passionate advocates, committed to securing economic rights and equity for all. We work together to meet the needs of our Maryland communities through our diverse perspectives and skill-sets. We take great pride in providing immediate services to our Maryland community members in need while simultaneously fighting for systemic change policies that heal the system for good. Marceline White Jennifer Bevan-Dangel Francine Mitchell Carol Ott Jamila Blake LaToya McKay Meet ...
What We Do
What We Do Economic Action Maryland Fund strives to empower vulnerable Marylanders and ensure there are strong safeguards in place to help them build and maintain assets throughout their financial lives. We fight for families to have MORE: more protections from debt collectors and predatory lenders, more information and advice to avert deceptive tricks and traps, more housing and financial security and a more just economy. Economic Action provides direct assistance today and passes policies to change the system in the future. Our direct service programs support Maryland households struggling with housing, economic ...