Community Classifieds
The OUT40 Resource Directory
Frederick Arts Council
Advocacy, resources, artist opportunities, calls for artists, arts programming and support for Frederick’s creative community.
Address: 7 N. Market St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-662-4190
Email: info@FrederickArtsCouncil.org
Website: Frederick Arts Council
City of Frederick Department of Arts & Culture
Resources for artists, public art, artist opportunities, permits, cultural programs and support for the local creative economy.
Address: 101 N. Court St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-1334
Email: ljadallah@cityoffrederickmd.gov
Website: City Arts & Culture
Delaplaine Arts Center
A major community arts center offering exhibitions, classes, workshops, community programs, artist opportunities and a free public art library. The Delaplaine offers more than 250 classes and workshops annually and maintains galleries featuring local, regional and national artists.
Address: 40 S. Carroll St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-698-0656
Email: info@delaplaine.org
Website: Delaplaine Arts Center
Frederick County Public Libraries – Creative & Learning Resources
Free access to educational programming, technology, meeting/study spaces and community information.
Address: 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-1630
Website: Frederick County Public Libraries
Evoke Art Collective
A multidisciplinary collective of Frederick-area creatives connected to Evoke Art Studio, providing a collaborative ecosystem for artists across visual art, photography, music, writing, ceramics and wellness.
Location: Evoke Art Studio, 4 E. 7th St., Frederick, MD 21701
Website: Evoke Art Frederick
Artspiration Frederick
Nonprofit community art organization supporting artists through exhibitions, education, cultural programming, studio space, ceramics and community engagement.
Address: 915 Toll House Ave., Suite 101, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 240-397-6248
Email: info@artspirationfred.com
Website: Artspiration Frederick
Music & Live Entertainment
Brain Dead Live
Frederick-based live music and arts collective that produces concerts, festivals, showcases and other creative events, while helping artists and venues with event production, promotion and programming.
Website: Brain Dead Live
Location: Frederick, MD
Services: Live music production, event planning, venue programming and marketing.
One City, One Sound
Frederick-founded music and cultural platform producing concerts, showcases, artist features, live-performance content and community-driven events, with a particular focus on creating platforms for artists and sounds that are often overlooked.
Email: info@onecityonesound.com
Location: Frederick, MD
Website: One City, One Sound
Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise (F.A.M.E.)
Local music organization supporting acoustic musicians and singer-songwriters through showcases, songwriter events, jams and open mics. Current 2026 programming includes F.A.M.E. Singer Songwriter showcases featuring original music.
Website: Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise
Downtown Frederick Partnership — Alive @ Five
The Downtown Frederick Partnership produces Alive @ Five, its signature outdoor Thursday evening concert series at the Carroll Creek Amphitheater, featuring live music, food, beverages and community gathering. The Partnership describes Alive @ Five as its largest fundraiser, with proceeds reinvested into downtown Frederick.
Address: 19 E. Church St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-698-8118
Website: Downtown Frederick Partnership
Celebrate Frederick — Summer Concert Series
Free outdoor live music programming at the Baker Park Bandshell during the summer, presented as part of Celebrate Frederick’s community events programming. Celebrate Frederick
Phone: 301-600-1450
Website: Celebrate Frederick
Performance & Live Arts
Sky Stage
An open-air performance venue and large-scale public art installation operated and programmed by the Frederick Arts Council. The historic, roofless venue hosts music, theater, dance, film, poetry, comedy, wellness programs and other community events.
Address: 59 S. Carroll St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-662-4190
Email: skystage@frederickartscouncil.org
Website: Sky Stage
Maryland Ensemble Theatre
Professional and community theater, comedy, children’s programming, education and performance opportunities.
Address: 31 W. Patrick St., Suite L6, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-694-4744
New Spire Arts
Intimate performing-arts venue presenting theater, music, dance, comedy and other creative programming, as well as providing a space for community events.
Address: 15 W. Patrick St., Suite 204, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-620-4458
Weinberg Center for the Arts
Historic downtown performing-arts center presenting theater, concerts, dance, comedy, film, family programming and educational programming. The Weinberg is also the box-office home for New Spire Arts.
Address: 20 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-2828
Website: Weinberg Center for the Arts
Other Voices Theatre
Nonprofit community theater producing musicals, plays and family programming at The Performing Arts Factory. OVT also provides opportunities for local performers, directors, designers and volunteers.
Address: 244B S. Jefferson St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-662-3722
Website: Other Voices Theatre
Endangered Species Theatre Project (ESP Theatre)
Frederick-based nonprofit theater company focused on inclusive, intergenerational theater and historically underrepresented voices. ESP produces theater, educational programs and the Frederick Shakespeare Festival.
Address: 16 E. Patrick St., Suite 200, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-305-1405
Website: ESP Theatre
Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre
Long-running dinner theater presenting Broadway-style musicals and other live productions alongside a full dinner experience.
Address: 5 Willowdale Dr., Suite A1, Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: 301-662-6600
Website: Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre
Frederick Community College Visual & Performing Arts Center
FCC’s performing-arts complex includes the JBK Theater and Studio Theater and provides a home for student, community and visiting performances.
Address: 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD 21702
Website: FCC Visual & Performing Arts
Hodson Outdoor Theater
Outdoor performance venue at Hood College used for theater and other live performances, including Frederick Shakespeare Festival productions.
Address: 601 Blazer Trail, Frederick, MD 21701
Media & Storytelling
SilverVox Film & Music Festival
Frederick’s independent film and music festival bringing filmmakers, musicians, artists and audiences together through screenings, live music, panels, workshops and creative programming. The 2026 festival used venues throughout downtown, including Delaplaine and Sky Stage.
Email: hello@silvervox.org
Website: SilverVox Film & Music Festival
OUT40 Media
Local media platform highlighting Frederick’s arts, entertainment, fashion, culture and community. Frederick-based urban media platform highlighting local arts, entertainment, fashion, culture, people and social issues, with a mission of amplifying voices and talent that are often overlooked.
Phone: 240-516-8840
Website: OUT40
Black Community
BlackFrederick.com
A community information and resource platform created to connect, inform and support Frederick County’s Black community, including a developing directory of Black-led organizations, businesses and community allies.
Phone: 888-675-0202
Email: blackfrederick2020@gmail.com
Website: BlackFrederick.com
Mailing: P.O. Box 3500, Frederick, MD 21705
BlackFrederick.com was founded in 2004 and describes itself as a resource for Frederick’s Black residents and community.
AARCH Society — African American Resources, Cultural & Heritage Society
Preserves, documents and shares the history, heritage and contributions of African Americans in Frederick County through educational programs, tours, exhibits and the African American Heritage Center.
Address: 125 E. All Saints St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-673-0029
Email: aarchsociety@gmail.com
Website: AARCH Society
AARCH is also part of the National Park Service’s African American Civil Rights Network.
African Americans of Excellence (AAOE)
Celebrates African American achievement in Frederick through art, photography, videography, student work and its annual Legacy of Excellence celebration.
Website: African Americans of Excellence
AAOE was founded in Frederick in 2023 and has developed into a significant cultural and artistic celebration.
Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce
Supports Black entrepreneurs and businesses through advocacy, resources, connections and economic opportunities.
Website: Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce
NAACP Frederick County Branch
Civil rights advocacy, civic engagement, education, economic opportunity and racial justice.
Website: NAACP Frederick County
Latino & Hispanic Community
Centro Hispano de Frederick
Provides education, employment assistance, immigration and legal resources, language services, food assistance and other programs for Frederick’s Hispanic and immigrant communities.
Address: 5 Willowdale Dr., Suite 18, Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: 301-668-6270
Email: info@centrohispanodefrederick.org
Website: Centro Hispano de Frederick
Spanish Speaking Community of Maryland
Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and services for Spanish-speaking residents and families.
Website: Spanish Speaking Community of Maryland
Asian Community
Asian American Center of Frederick (AACF)
A community-based organization serving immigrants and minorities with healthcare access, education, workforce development, citizenship and integration services, language instruction, social-service navigation and emergency assistance.
Address: 45 E. All Saints St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-694-3355
Website: Asian American Center of Frederick
AACF has served Western Maryland since 2005 and operates several Frederick-area locations.
Indian Association of Frederick (IAF)
Community organization promoting cultural ties among people of Indian origin and increasing awareness of Indian culture throughout Frederick County and surrounding communities.
Website: Indian Association of Frederick
IAF organizes cultural and community activities and has a long-standing presence in Frederick.
African Community
Association of Nigerians in Frederick
A Frederick-area community organization connecting Nigerian residents, families and allies while promoting Nigerian culture, community engagement and fellowship.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564436927959
Liberian Community of Frederick County (LICOFC)
A Frederick County community organization connecting Liberians and friends of the Liberian community through cultural celebrations, community engagement, fellowship and programs that promote Liberian heritage and community connection. LICOFC hosted its 2026 Liberian Independence Day celebration at Utica Park in Frederick.
Website/Social: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584884937615
General Assistance
Mental Health Association of Frederick County – Community Resource Guide
A broad local resource directory covering housing, food, recovery, health, family services and other community needs.
Phone: 301-663-0011
Address: 226 S. Jefferson St., Frederick, MD 21701
Website: MHA Frederick County
Maryland 211
24/7 connection to health and human services, including crisis intervention and referrals.
Phone: 211
Website: Maryland 211
Frederick County Department of Social Services
Public assistance, family services, protective services, emergency assistance and other human services.
Address: 1888 N. Market St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-4555
Website: Frederick County DSS
Family Partnership of Frederick County
Family support, service coordination, education, childcare assistance, health education and referrals.
Address: 8420 Gas House Pike, Suite EE, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-2206
Email: fampart@frederickcountymd.gov
Website: Family Partnership
Seton Center
Food, rent and utility assistance, dental services, wellness programs and other community assistance.
Address: 226 E. Lincoln Ave., Emmitsburg, MD 21727
Phone: 301-358-3188
Email: outreach@setoncenter.org
Website: Seton Center
St. Vincent de Paul Society – Frederick County
Emergency financial assistance, including eviction prevention and utility assistance.
Address: 114 E. 2nd St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-662-4676
Email: SVDPFred@gmail.com
Website: St. Vincent de Paul USA
Food Access
Frederick Community Fridge
A community refrigerator providing free perishable and non-perishable food to anyone who needs it. The fridge is available 24/7 and is located behind Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ.
Address: 15 W. Church St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 240-347-3858
Website: Frederick Community Fridge information
Access: 24/7
Frederick Community Table
Free evening meals for anyone in need, seven days a week.
Address: 100 S. Market St., Frederick, MD 21701
Hours: Daily, approximately 4:30–6 p.m.
Phone: 301-600-1506
Website: City of Frederick Community Table
Shelter & Housing
Alan P. Linton Jr. Emergency Shelter
Emergency shelter for adults experiencing homelessness. It is the largest emergency shelter in Frederick County, with 88 beds.
Website: Frederick County Housing Resources
Beyond Shelter Frederick
Provides nighttime emergency shelter and support for people experiencing homelessness.
Address: 27 DeGrange St., Frederick, MD
Website: Beyond Shelter Frederick
The City has identified Beyond Shelter as a nighttime shelter resource.
Legal Assistance
Maryland Legal Aid – Midwestern Office
Free civil legal services for financially eligible Maryland residents and people over 60, including housing, family, employment, consumer and government-benefit matters.
Website: Maryland Legal Aid
Centro Hispano – Legal & Support Services
Low-cost legal consultation, immigration assistance, mediation, translation, tax assistance and other support services.
Address: 5 Willowdale Dr., Suite 18, Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: 301-668-6270
Email: info@centrohispanodefrederick.org
Website: Centro Hispano de Frederick
City of Frederick Victim Services
Support, crisis intervention, information and referrals for victims of crime.
Phone: 301-600-2101
Website: Victim Services
Disability Rights Maryland
Legal advocacy and resources protecting the rights of people with disabilities.
Phone: 410-727-6352
Address: 1500 Union Ave., Suite 2000, Baltimore, MD 21211
Website: Disability Rights Maryland
ACLU of Maryland
A statewide civil rights and civil liberties organization working on issues including racial justice, immigrants’ rights, voting rights, free speech, criminal justice, LGBTQ+ rights, privacy and police accountability. The organization has an established history of advocacy and legal work in Frederick County and Western Maryland.
Phone: 410-889-8555
Email: aclu@aclu-md.org
Address: 3600 Clipper Mill Road, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21211
Website: ACLU of Maryland
Frederick Innovative Technology Center (FITCI)
Business incubator and accelerator providing entrepreneurs with coaching, connections, workspace, classes, acceleration programs and capital assistance.
Address: 321 Ballenger Center Dr., Suite 125, Frederick, MD 21703
Phone: 301-694-2999
Website: FITCI
Frederick County Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
No-cost counseling and training for entrepreneurs covering business plans, financing, marketing, management, licensing and more.
Phone: 301-600-1058
Email: dianemcf@umd.edu / ldrosdak@carrollcc.edu
Website: Frederick County SBDC
Frederick County Chamber – Business Equity Coalition
Supports underrepresented entrepreneurs through education, engagement, advocacy and access to opportunities.
Address: 118 N. Market St., Suite 100, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-662-4164
Email: info@frederickchamber.org
Website: Business Equity Coalition
City of Frederick Department of Economic Development
Business attraction, retention, expansion, entrepreneurship and economic-development resources.
Address: 101 N. Court St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-6360
Website: Business in Frederick
Frederick County Office of Economic Development
Business incentives, resources and assistance for companies starting, expanding or relocating in Frederick County.
Address: 118 N. Market St., Suite 200, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-1058
Website: Frederick County Office of Economic Development
Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce
Resources, advocacy and support focused on growing Black-owned businesses across Maryland.
Email: info@marylandbcc.org
Website: Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce
Maryland Women’s Business Center
Business education, counseling and resources for women entrepreneurs.
Website: Maryland Women’s Business Center
SCORE Frederick
Mentoring, workshops and educational resources for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Website: SCORE Frederick
Mental & Behavioral Health
Mental Health Association of Frederick County – Walk-In Crisis Care
24/7 no-cost walk-in behavioral health services for all ages, including crisis intervention, mental health support, psychiatric evaluations and referrals.
Address: 340 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: 301-662-2255 or 211
Website: MHA Walk-In Behavioral Health
MHA Community Counseling
Confidential counseling and psychiatric services with sliding-fee options.
Address: 226 S. Jefferson St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-663-0011
Website: MHA Community Counseling
Frederick County Health Department – Behavioral Health
Behavioral health, youth support, recovery and related public health services.
Address: 350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: 301-600-1755
Website: Frederick County Health Department
Sheppard Pratt – Frederick
Mental health and psychiatric services for children and adults.
Address: 210 Abrecht Place, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-663-8263
Website: Sheppard Pratt Frederick
Physical & Preventive Health
Frederick County Health Department – Community Health Services
Preventive health, maternal and child health, communicable disease services, immunizations and other community health programs.
Address: 350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: 301-600-1733
Website: Community Health Services
Mission of Mercy
Free dental and medical care for uninsured and underinsured residents.
Frederick Clinic: 22 S. Market St., #6D, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-676-3188
Email: main@aMissionofMercy.org
Website: Mission of Mercy
Saving Lives Center Family Clinic
Primary and urgent care, physicals, vaccinations, women’s health, labs, STD testing and chronic disease care.
Address: 3 Hillcrest Drive, Suite A101, Frederick, MD 21703
Phone: 888-897-9284
Email: savinglivescenter@gmail.com
Website: Saving Lives Center
Frederick Health Hospice
Support for individuals and families affected by serious illness, grief and loss.
Address: 1 Frederick Health Way, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 240-566-3030
Website: Frederick Health Hospice
Love for Lochlin Foundation
Community vaccination clinics and health-focused outreach.
Address: 6097 Foundation Drive, Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: 301-676-4131
Email: Loveforlochlin@gmail.com
Website: Love for Lochlin Foundation
Culturally Responsive Healthcare
Black Equity Physician Network
A directory of Black medical professionals in Frederick County, including primary care physicians and specialists in areas such as cardiology, dentistry, dermatology, pediatrics, psychiatry, OB/GYN and more. The directory is specifically intended to improve access to culturally competent healthcare.
Website: Black Equity Physician Network
Note: The directory advises users to verify insurance information directly with individual providers.
Frederick County Workforce Services
Career counseling, job search assistance, training, computer classes and employment resources.
Address: 200 Monroe Ave., Suite 1, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-2255
Email: fcws@frederickworks.com
Website: Frederick County Workforce Services
Justice Jobs of Maryland
Employment assistance for job seekers facing barriers to employment.
Address: 22 S. Market St., Room 110, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-360-3503
Email: info@justicejobsmd.org
Website: Justice Jobs of Maryland
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
Vocational rehabilitation, career counseling, job training, higher education and job placement for people with disabilities.
Address: 1890 N. Market St., #300, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 240-629-7581
Email: region1.dors@maryland.gov
Website: Maryland DORS
Frederick Community College – Workforce & Continuing Education
Workforce training, continuing education and career-focused programs.
Address: 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: 301-846-2400
Email: admissions@frederick.edu
Website: Frederick Community College
Maryland Department of Labor
Employment services, apprenticeships, training and career-development resources.
Website: Maryland Department of Labor
Office of Reentry – City of Frederick
Connects justice-impacted individuals with opportunities and community resources, including workforce development.
Phone: 301-600-1745
Email: equity@cityoffrederickmd.gov
Website: City of Frederick Office of Reentry
Career & Workforce
Catalyst – Frederick County Workforce Services
Free individualized career services for eligible young adults ages 16–24, including career exploration, training, work readiness and employment assistance.
Email: FCWSYouth@frederickcountymd.gov
Website: Catalyst Young Adult Services
Catalyst Young Adult Scholarship
Scholarships for Frederick County residents ages 17–24 who have experienced barriers in their educational path and need assistance with college, university or trade-school education.
Website: Workforce Development Board
Frederick County Workforce Services
Career counseling, job search assistance, training, computer skills and employment resources.
Address: 200 Monroe Ave., Suite 1, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-2255
Email: fcws@frederickworks.com
Website: Frederick County Workforce Services
Education & Life Skills
Family Partnership of Frederick County – Youth Program
GED preparation, tutoring, career development, job shadowing, internships, apprenticeships and career tours for eligible youth ages 16–24.
Address: 8420 Gas House Pike, Suite EE, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-2206
Email: fampart@frederickcountymd.gov
Website: Family Partnership
Frederick Community College – Adult Education
GED preparation, ESL, family literacy and adult basic education.
Address: 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: 240-629-7962
Email: adulted@frederick.edu
Website: Frederick Community College Adult Education
Living Well Youth Works
Workshops, mentoring, financial literacy, communication, problem-solving, career exploration and higher-education exposure.
Address: 321 Ballenger Center Dr., Suite 125, Frederick, MD 21703
Phone: 301-852-9965
Email: info@livingwellyouth.org
Website: Living Well Youth Works
Young Adult Support
Thrive Housing Network
Housing assistance and supportive services for eligible homeless or housing-insecure young people.
Phone: 240-415-8971
Website: Thrive Housing Network
The Umbrella Project
Supported wilderness hiking experiences for grieving young adults.
Phone: 301-606-0539
Email: info@umbrellaprojecthike.org
Website: Umbrella Project
The Frederick Center – LGBTQ+ Young Adult Group
Free peer support for LGBTQ+ young adults ages 18–26 focused on identity, education, support, friendship and life skills.
Website: The Frederick Center
Youth Programs & Community Spaces
Frederick Youth Center
A future 18,000-square-foot youth hub designed to provide young people with programs, services, recreation, wellness resources and community space. The center will also include Frederick County’s first formal Reengagement Center serving young people ages 14–24. Expected opening: early 2028.
Address: 101 N. Court St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-1380
Website: Frederick Youth Center
Youth Programs & Mentoring
12-to-24 Collaborative
Network of youth-serving organizations working to improve outcomes and access to services for young people ages 12–24.
Website: frederick12to24.org
Email: frederick12to24@gmail.com
Boys & Girls Club of Frederick County
Academic support, mentoring, arts, sports, technology and programming for youth and teens.
Address: 413 Burck St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-1875
Email: info@bgcfc.org
Website: bgcfc.org
City Youth Matrix
Youth-focused organization working to remove barriers and create opportunities for young people.
Phone: 301-606-6927
Email: hello@cityyouthmatrix.com
Website: cityyouthmatrix.com
Each 1 Teach 1
BIPOC, woman-led organization providing social-emotional learning through yoga, meditation and mindfulness for children and families.
Email: admin@each1teach1fredco.org
Website: Each 1 Teach 1
I Believe in Me
Youth programming focused on mental, physical and social development, self-respect and personal growth.
Address: 8420 Gas House Pike, Suite G, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 240-815-5102
Email: info@ibelieveinme.com
Website: ibelieveinme.com
Girls on the Run Mid & Western Maryland
Evidence-based programs encouraging girls to build confidence, physical activity and leadership skills.
Address: 17 W. Main St., 2nd Floor, Middletown, MD 21769
Email: info@gotrmidmd.org
Website: gotrmidmd.org
YMCA of Frederick County
Programs for children, teens and families, including recreation, wellness and financial assistance.
Address: 1000 N. Market St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-663-5131
Website: Frederick YMCA
Family Partnership of Frederick County – Youth Services
Youth and family support, career exploration, parenting, health education and referrals.
Address: 8420 Gas House Pike, Suite EE, Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-2206
Email: fampart@frederickcountymd.gov
Website: Family Partnership
Frederick County Public Libraries
Free educational programs, technology access, study spaces, research assistance and youth programming.
Address: 110 E. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-1630
Website: Frederick County Public Libraries
Youth Programs & Community Spaces
Frederick Youth Center
A future 18,000-square-foot youth hub designed to provide young people with programs, services, recreation, wellness resources and community space. The center will also include Frederick County’s first formal Reengagement Center serving young people ages 14–24. Expected opening: early 2028.
Address: 101 N. Court St., Frederick, MD 21701
Phone: 301-600-1380
Website: Frederick Youth Center