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Awards & Recognition

Celebrating the impact of community, service, and the people who make it possible.

Official 2026 Legacy Awards Gala graphic recognizing Tye Gibson and the Julie Community Center as Heart of Baltimore Award recipients, presented by the Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce.

2026 Recognition

2026 Heart of Baltimore Award

In November 2026, the Julie Community Center received the Heart of Baltimore Award from the Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce at its annual Legacy Awards Gala.

The recognition marks an important chapter in Julie’s more than 50-year history of community service. Under the leadership of Executive Director Tye Gibson, who assumed the role in March 2026, the organization has worked to strengthen community partnerships, expand programming, increase its visibility, and create new opportunities for Baltimore residents.

This honor reflects both the foundation built by generations of community leaders and the renewed momentum carrying Julie Community Center into its next chapter.

Presented by
Baltimore City Chamber of Commerce
Event
2026 Legacy Awards Gala
Date
Featured recognition
Tye Gibson and the Julie Community Center

A Legacy of Recognition

  1. 2016 · Community honor

    2016 — Baltimore Orioles Birdland Community Hero

    The Baltimore Orioles recognized Dr. Lori Edwards, then President of Julie Community Center’s Board of Directors, on July 24, 2016, for her dedication to public health and community service in Baltimore City.

    Source: Baltimore Orioles · 2016 Birdland Community Heroes

  2. 2018 · Charitable recognition

    2018 — Baltimore Orioles Charitable Recognition

    The Baltimore Orioles made a charitable gift to Julie Community Center in recognition of Dr. Lori Edwards’ continued service and leadership.

    Source: Julie Community Center

  3. 2025 · Publication feature

    2025 — Celebrating 50 Years of Community Service

    Julie Community Center’s 50-year legacy was featured in the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur’s Sowing Goodness publication, recognizing the organization’s longstanding commitment to advocacy, education, and neighborhood empowerment.

“Out of respect for the people coming behind us, we strive to leave this place better than we found it.”
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