Baltimore, Md. (October 6, 2025) – The Baltimore Ravens, The Bisciotti Family Foundation, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore (BGCMB), Baltimore City Recreation & Parks, LEVEL82, and Green Street Academy today hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the Baltimore Ravens Boys & Girls Club at Hilton Recreation Center in West Baltimore. The project is only the third such collaboration in the nation between an NFL team and a Boys & Girls Club.
The celebration marked the culmination of a $20 million investment by the Ravens and The Bisciotti Family Foundation, in partnership with BGCMB and community stakeholders, to transform the Hilton Recreation Center into a state-of-the-art facility serving hundreds of youth and families.
The event featured remarks from community leaders and partners, including Jeff Breslin, President & CEO of BGCMB; Lorraine Orr, Executive Vice President & COO of Boys & Girls Clubs of America; Steve Bisciotti, Owner of the Baltimore Ravens; Sashi Brown, President of the Baltimore Ravens; Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott; and Maryland State Senator Antonio Hayes. Ashley Hill, Director of the new Ravens Boys & Girls Club, also welcomed guests and shared her vision for the Club's impact.
Following remarks, attendees joined in a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, tours of the newly renovated spaces, and a dedication ceremony honoring former Ravens President Dick Cass, who was surprised with the announcement that the Club's new multi-purpose athletic field has been named in his honor. The tribute, made by Steve Bisciotti and family, recognized Cass' longstanding leadership, community service, and commitment to Baltimore.
"This Club represents what's possible when community leaders, corporate partners, and local organizations come together for the greater good," said Jeff Breslin, President & CEO of BGCMB. "Thanks to the Ravens, the Bisciotti Family, and our partners, this facility will provide kids with a safe, supportive, and inspiring space to realize their full potential."
"The Baltimore Ravens Boys & Girls Club will be an important and dynamic space, designed specifically not only to support but empower the bright and deserving youth of Baltimore," said Baltimore Ravens President Sashi Brown. "We are so thankful for the partnership and trust of the City and the incredible generosity of Steve and Renee."
The Baltimore Ravens Boys & Girls Club at Hilton Recreation Center will provide academic support, mentoring, leadership development, health and wellness programs, and athletic opportunities for children and teens. The newly renovated facility includes:
- Dick Cass Field - A multi-purpose athletic field with sports lighting
- Under Armour gymnasium
- A teen center
- Activity and games spaces
- Tutoring spaces
- Indoor and outdoor community gathering areas
BGCMB will offer programs focused on health and well-being, academic success, character and leadership, and life and workforce readiness. In addition, BGCMB will coordinate with nonprofit partners to further expand services for youth and families.
"This Club represents the very best of what can happen when our city, local organizations, and private partners come together with a shared vision," said Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott. "The Ravens Boys & Girls Club at Hilton Recreation Center will be a game-changer for West Baltimore families – providing our young people with safe spaces, strong mentors, and the resources they need to grow into the leaders of tomorrow."
"The new Baltimore Ravens Boys & Girls Club at Hilton Recreation Center will open the doors of opportunity for more children and families in West Baltimore. Today's opening was made possible by dedicated partners focused on giving our kids access to the support they need to succeed. It reflects the power of communities — from local leaders and organizations to the private sector — coming together for our young people, and I will continue to push for investments that build on this work in Baltimore," said Senator Chris Van Hollen.
The project builds upon earlier efforts by Torrey and Chanel Smith and their nonprofit LEVEL82, which previously reopened the Hilton Recreation Center in partnership with Baltimore City Recreation & Parks and Green Street Academy. With the support of the Ravens, BGCMB, and The Bisciotti Family Foundation, the vision has expanded into a flagship Boys & Girls Club designed to serve as a model for community impact.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Baltimore (BGCMB) enables all young people—especially those who need us most—to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. With more than 252,000 children in Maryland lacking access to out-of-school time programs, BGCMB is closing the gap one child, one Club, one community at a time. Through 10 Clubs serving more than 1,500 youth across Baltimore City, Howard County, and the Eastern Shore, BGCMB delivers high-quality programs built on four core pillars: health and wellbeing, academic success, character and leadership, and life and workforce readiness. Together, these pillars prepare young people to thrive today and build a brighter future for tomorrow. www.BGCMetroBaltimore.org
About Baltimore Ravens Foundation:
The Ravens' mission is to win football games, serve our fans and be a positive force in our community. The Ravens Foundation is committed to improving, encouraging and enabling the healthy development of youth in the Baltimore area, as well as other parts of the state of Maryland. The foundation focuses on programs that help youth, and in some cases their families, with various needs, including housing, hunger, education, athletics, and mentoring.
About LEVEL82:
Co-founded by Torrey and Chanel Smith, LEVEL82 is grounded in the pillars of Leadership, Education, Vision, Effort, and Love. The organization harnesses the power of collaboration to create safe spaces, provide resources, and empower families to reach their full potential. LEVEL82 serves people of all ages through academic support, athletics, enrichment activities, and social services. In addition to delivering direct programming, the organization partners with grassroots organizations to strengthen communities and advance equity. www.LEVEL82.org
About Baltimore City Recreation and Parks:
Baltimore City Recreation and Parks is the city's leading provider of affordable, year-round leisure and recreational activities for residents of all ages and abilities. Beautiful parks, trails and waterways provide the perfect urban oasis. Baltimore City Parks and Recreation oversees 51 recreation centers, 23 pools, 120,000 trees, 4700-plus acres of parkland, 262 parks, 133 athletic fields, 138 playgrounds, 104 tennis and pickleball courts, 116 basketball courts, 32 historic structures, 25-plus miles of biking and hiking trails, 18 picnic groves, 12 pavilion groves, four dog parks and three skate parks. www.bcrp.baltimorecity.giv/welcome-rec-parks
About Green Street Academy:
Our mission is to create a pipeline of inspired, self-reflective, and well-qualified young people who are prepared to graduate, advance their studies, build careers, and sustain themselves, their families, and their communities. Our school was founded in 2010 and is a 6-12 public charter school located in West Baltimore and serving 875 students annually. www.GreenStreetAcademy.org
