Annual Reports
FY2023 Annual Letter
Dear Friends,
Rebuilding is a process that requires thought, patience, planning and care. And 2023 was a year of rebuilding for Prologue, internally and externally.
The pandemic changed us. And we recognized that this was a call to restore and revitalize our organization. Prologue partnered with Maryland Nonprofits to conduct a strategic planning process to prioritize goals and identify critical organizational culture enhancements. Our full team (board, staff, leadership) worked together to evaluate what is working, what to build upon and what to build anew, carefully considering the future not only from the standpoint of mission and service, but also while cultivating a healthier and happier workplace culture. This is a work in progress.
In our annual report we share the story of Kelly as she struggled for years to rebuild her life and recover from homelessness and abuse. She summarized Prologue’s assistance best when she told her caseworker, “Prologue has helped me not only financially but emotionally…Knowing thatI have help and support with housing, I am confident that I will not be in the position again that I found myself in the past.”
Prologue’s Homeless Outreach Center at 609 Baltimore Avenue, which has served thousands of individuals for the last 25+ years in a 100-year-old building, has been completely rebuilt and improved. A crucial component of Prologue’s Homeless Outreach Program, the site serves as a gateway to initiate engagement with people. The adjacent enclosed courtyard provides privacy and relief from the streets and is dedicated to the memory of former Homeless Outreach Director Stu Hancock. This rebuilding was a labor of love, and we are so excited about opening our doors to those who deserve a space that represents their value and the value of our employees.
We wish you a happy and healthy 2024 and are grateful for your support. We invite you to to read our full annual report here.
Warm regards,
Kenneth Tabler, Chairman of the Board and Sendy Rommel, President & CEO