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LifeStyles Receives $200,000 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Award Grant
LifeStyles of Maryland has been awarded a $200,000 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Award grant to complete Southern Crossing, a transformative housing project for those in need. Learn more about how this grant and your votes are making hope happen in Southern Maryland.
LifeStyles Celebrates Major Funding Boost with Congressional Delegation Visit
LifeStyles received a $912,000 funding boost from Congressman Steny Hoyer and Senators Ben Cardin and Chris Van Hollen. This grant supports upgrades to the White Plains Emergency Shelter and Homeless Day Program, including enhanced security, vital infrastructure repairs, and improved food storage.
Hoyer & Other Leaders Join Our Local Homeless Coalition for a Strategic Discussion
Discover insights from an important discussion including Congressman Steny Hoyer and regional leaders on combating homelessness in Southern Maryland. Explore the challenges, key findings, and collaborative efforts to enact lasting change in our communities.
Washington Post Documents LifeStyles Efforts to Reach the Homeless During Point-in-Time
The Washington Post joined us this week as we set out across Southern Maryland to engage with homeless individuals and families during the annual Point-in-Time Homeless Survey.
LifeStyles Honored with PepsiCo Foundation’s Smiles in Action Award
LifeStyles of Maryland is proud to announce that we’ve been recognized with a Smiles in Action Award from the PepsiCo Foundation, the philanthropic arm of PepsiCo, Inc.
Corae Young Promoted to Chief Operating Officer
Corae Young has been named LifeStyles of Maryland’s Chief Operating Officer.
The promotion is a recognition of Young’s vital role within the organization and the latest milestone in her tenure with LifeStyles, which began in 2005 as a temporary fill-in while the receptionist was on vacation.
News and Events
Hands in the Dirt, Heart in the Mission: The Quiet Dedication of Ray Short
Ray Short’s impact at LifeStyles goes far beyond his service on the Board of Directors. Discover how his hands-on dedication helped shape our shelters, support Southern Crossing, and inspire others through quiet, consistent service.
From Broken to Beautiful: The Grand Opening of Southern Crossing
LifeStyles of Maryland opens Southern Crossing’s North Wing, offering dignity, support, and transitional housing to those in need in Southern Maryland.
A Circle of Service: Honoring the Thursday Crew Volunteers
Meet LifeStyles of Maryland’s Thursday Crew — a dedicated team of volunteers who’ve served together for over five years, showing the power of friendship, consistency, and community impact.
Success Stories
From Fear and Uncertainty to Peace and Stability
Karen Brown lived wherever she could park her...
Staff & Volunteer Stories
A Circle of Service: Honoring the Thursday Crew Volunteers
Meet LifeStyles of Maryland’s Thursday Crew — a dedicated team of volunteers who’ve served together for over five years, showing the power of friendship, consistency, and community impact.
Always in Motion: The Steady Impact of Volunteer Karen Reed
Meet Karen Reed, a devoted LifeStyles volunteer whose quiet dedication and hands-on service inspire everyone around her. Discover the ripple effect of one woman’s impact.
From Taxes to Toy Drives: Linda Carney Lifts Up Southern Maryland
For over 14 years, Linda Carney has volunteered with LifeStyles’ tax assistance program—fighting for every refund, training new volunteers, and making a lasting impact behind the scenes.