About Us - Project PLASE

Our History

Project PLASE was founded by Frank Dearden, Miriam Wallace, Eric Bergerson, Gregory M. Hunter, and Mary C. Slicher to remedy the lack of housing and resources available to Baltimore’s homeless citizens. Originating as a Walk-In Center for those experiencing homelessness, PLASE opened its first housing facility in 1978. It now has two temporary housing facilities and is in the process of converting an old elementary school in Irvington, Baltimore into affordable housing for 90 homeless individuals.

Meet our staff

While not all employees are listed, Project PLASE has 70+ full/part time staff members. Temporary Housing staff provides care seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year. Our staff come equipped with professional backgrounds & receive consistent & on-going training. Their dedication helps our clients achieve a better life for themselves and their families. Daily, our staff witness the heartaches & celebrations as clients overcome homelessness.