Working For Justice In Housing

What is Baltimore Neighborhoods Inc. (BNI)?

A nonprofit organization incorporated in March 1959, BNI is committed to fighting housing discrimination, supporting integrated communities, improving relations between tenants and landlords, providing community education and advocating for persons with disabilities on housing accessibility issues.

What does BNI do?

BNI protects the rights of people to choose where they live by working for justice in housing through fair housing law testing and enforcement, and ensuring compliance with tenant/landlord laws throughout Maryland.

Who does BNI serve?

The Fair Housing department serves the state of Maryland.  The Tenant-Landlord department all of Maryland, with the exception of Montgomery County.

How is BNI funded?

BNI is funded by local, state, and federal grants, corporate and foundation gifts, the religious community, through various community organizations, and through membership by people like you.

How can I support BNI?

If you would like to make a donation and/or join BNI’s membership or would like to find out more information about volunteer opportunities please click here for more information.

How can I contact BNI?

Our Mailing Address is:
Baltimore Neighborhoods Inc., 2217 St. Paul Street, Baltimore MD 21218

The Administration department can be reached at 410-243-4468.  The Fair Housing department can be reached at 410-243-4400.  Within the Baltimore Metropolitan Area, the Tenant-Landlord Department can be contacted at 410-243-6007. If you are a Maryland Resident who resides outside of the Baltimore Metropolitan Area you can contact the hotline toll free at 1-800-487-6007.

What are BNI’s hours of operation?
The Administration and Fair Housing departments are open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Tenant Landlord Hotline is open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and reopens again from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.