Ed Sommerfeldt Completes the Christopher Place Equation
After retiring from a 39-year career as an educator at Coppin State University, Ed Sommerfeldt joined the Ignatian Volunteer Corps, a ministry of men and women aged 50 and over who work for a more [...]
Bank of America Partners with Christopher Place for the 2012 Dragon Boat Races
For the 2010 Dragon Boat Races, Team Bank of America was partnered with Christopher Place Employment Academy. What started as just a partner assignment, however, culminated in a rewarding relationship, a relationship that continues to [...]
“Go Make a Difference!”
"Much has been given, much needs to be returned," Mike Buckley explained when asked why he and his wife Jeannette Suflita spend every Wednesday doing volunteer work at Our Daily Bread Employment Center. "Service is [...]
Seizing the Opportunity
Stephen Scott pulls his ID badge from his pocket to show a photo that was taken six months ago on his first day as a participant in Christopher Place Employment Academy. The sullen man that [...]
Robert Gets a Second Chance at Life
Robert worked hard through his adult life to build a life he was proud of. After losing his once stable job and unable to secure new employment he began to abuse alcohol to cope with the loss. His [...]
Mark’s Story
After years of struggling with a drug and alcohol addiction, Mark made the decision to change his life. He knew that he would need to build a strong foundation to ensure his sustained recovery. Christopher [...]