Maryland Communities: It's Your Time to Build.

The Maryland Community Investment Corporation (MCIC) was created by Governor Moore’s administration to spark equitable investment in underinvested communities.

We connect grassroots organizations, local community development leaders, and innovative developers to meaningful funding and technical assistance—especially through tools like the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program.

Together with our partners at the Neighborhood Design Center (NDC) and Community Development Network (CDN), we’re building a pipeline of community-led projects across the state.

What We Invest In

MCIC supports real estate projects that deliver real impact, including (but not limited to):

  • Healthcare & Wellness: Health centers, clinics, and community health hubs.

  • Education & Childcare: Charter schools, vocational training centers, and childcare facilities.

  • Community Spaces: Community centers, museums, performing arts venues, and arts/cultural hubs.

  • Food Access & Social Services: Grocery stores in food deserts, food banks, homeless shelters, and workforce training hubs.

  • Economic Development: Retail centers, mixed-use buildings, entrepreneurship hubs, and small business incubators.

  • Manufacturing & Production: Light manufacturing, food production and distribution, and green manufacturing.

  • Infrastructure & Innovation: Transportation hubs, renewable energy facilities, and community development centers.

  • Faith-Based Community Services: Secular, community-serving facilities sponsored by faith organizations.

If you’re planning or currently working on a community-focused real estate project, we want to hear from you!

Who Should Join the Conversation?

We’re looking to support transformative community leaders, developers, and institutions committed to creating lasting impact in underinvested communities, including:

  • Nonprofit Developers — Building spaces for community-based organizations, educational and healthcare nonprofits, and faith-affiliated groups.

  • Mission-Driven For-Profit Developers — Specializing in adaptive reuse and community revitalization, with a focus on minority-owned and locally rooted firms advancing equitable development.

  • Local Cultural Leaders & Anchor Institutions — Developing museums, cultural centers, and performing arts venues that strengthen neighborhood identity.

  • Industrial & Commercial Developers — Delivering projects that create jobs, expand food access, and support local entrepreneurship in low-income communities.

Begin your path to investment-readiness today

Your Voice Matters

We know large-scale community development projects can feel out of reach in Maryland’s historically underserved communities. That’s why Governor Moore’s administration established MCIC as a catalyst for equitable investment.

By completing our short statewide survey, you'll help us better understand the specific needs, challenges, and opportunities in your community and in your development work.

Your insights will directly shape our funding priorities, drive our technical service offerings, and help build a pipeline of community-driven projects ready for investment.

Take Action Now:

Need Help Completing the Survey or Want to Learn More?

If you'd like support filling out the survey or have questions about MCIC, we’re here for you. 

Schedule a short, 15-minute call on Fridays from 1–5 PM, with Jennifer Goold, Executive Director of Neighborhood Design Center. Book your time via Zoom


Schedule a short, 15-minute call on Fridays from 3–5 PM with Krystle Okafor, Managing Director of Maryland Community Investment Corporation.
Book your time via Calendly.

Regional Roundtable Conversations

MCIC and its Board of Directors are hosting regional roundtable events across Maryland, with support from the Neighborhood Design Center and Community Development Network. Each event features dedicated space for connection, idea-sharing, and insights from featured state leaders. Attendance is free but space is limited to 100 participants per event.

If you’re interested in attending or have questions about participation, please contact:

Jennifer Goold, Executive Director, Neighborhood Design Center
jgoold@ndc-md.org  or call (410) 736-9643

Upcoming Roundtables:

Western Maryland

Date: Tuesday, August 19 · 2–4 PM
(Doors at 1:30 PM)
Location: City Place, 14 South Water Street, Frostburg, MD 21532
Featured Board Leader: Tifani Fisher, MCIC Board of Directors Member

Eastern Shore

Date: Thursday, August 21 · 1–3 PM
(Doors at 12:30 PM)
Location: The Phillips Packing House Company, 411 Dorchester Avenue, Cambridge, MD 21613
Featured Board Leader: Secretary Rebecca Flora, MD Secretary of Planning

Prince George’s County

Date: Wednesday, September 3 · 2–5 PM
(Doors at 2 PM)
Location: Joe's Movement Emporium, 3309 Bunker Hill Road, Mount Rainier, MD 20712
Featured Board Leader: Comptroller Brooke Lierman

Baltimore City

Date: Thursday, September 4 · 2–5 PM
(Doors at 2 PM)
Location: Baltimore Unity Hall, 1505 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, MD 21217
Featured Board Leader: Comptroller Brooke Lierman

Transparency and Continued Engagement

We’re committed to transparency and ongoing dialogue. After the regional roundtable sessions, we'll share insights highlighting key themes and actionable insights from participants.

After the survey closes, we’ll share back findings and key insights.

All participants will be added to the MCIC contact list, ensuring you stay informed about future opportunities, resources, and our collective impact.

Have Additional Questions?

All survey participants will:

  • Receive post-event summaries

  • Be the first to learn about funding opportunities

  • Stay informed on statewide community investment progress

MCIC,  NDC, and CDN teams are here to assist you throughout this process.

Contact: jgoold@ndc-md.org | (410) 736-9643