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The Central Scholarship Emerging Leaders Mentorship Program

The Emerging Leaders Mentorship Program seeks to empower Central Scholarship alumni by connecting them with influential leaders who can provide guidance, inspiration, and access to opportunities, while cultivating the next generation of civic, professional, and community leaders in Baltimore.
 
 
Investing in the Future

Connecting Today’s Leaders with Tomorrow’s Changemakers

The Central Scholarship Emerging Leaders Mentorship Program was created to connect accomplished professionals with the next generation of leaders through meaningful mentorship, guidance, and professional development.

Launched in partnership with the Baltimore Banner’s Emerging Leaders initiative, this program pairs select Central Scholarship alumni with past and present Emerging Leaders honorees to help students and young professionals grow personally, academically, and professionally.

Through one-on-one mentorship, participants will gain valuable insight, expand their professional networks, and build the confidence and skills needed to thrive in their careers and communities.

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 Emerging Leaders: Mentorship Partners 

 
 Our mentors are accomplished professionals, community advocates, and past Baltimore Banner Emerging Leaders honorees who are committed to supporting the growth and success of emerging talent. Through mentorship, career guidance, and shared experiences, they help mentees build confidence, expand their networks, and navigate their academic and professional journeys with purpose. 
 
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C. Nicholas Cuneo
Co-Founder and Executive Director, HEAL Refugee Health & Asylum Collaborative
Tameka Harry
Tameka S. Harry
Program Director of Transition to Work Services, The Arc Baltimore
Nicole Antar-2025
Nicole Antar
Vice President of Employee Experience, APG Federal Credit Union
Grace Caltrider
Grace Caltrider
Chief Operating Officer, Ulman Foundation
*  Check back soon for additional mentors being added to the program. 

Program Goals

The Emerging Leaders Mentorship Program is designed to:

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Expand Professional Networks

Connect Central Scholarship alumni with accomplished Baltimore-area leaders to build meaningful professional relationships and increase access to career opportunities.

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Strengthen Career Readiness

Provide guidance, coaching, and real-world insights that help participants navigate career decisions, workplace expectations, and professional growth.

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Increase Leadership Skills and Confidence

Develop participants' leadership capacity through mentorship conversations, goal setting, and exposure to community and business leaders.

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Foster Long-Term Mentoring Relationships

Create meaningful mentor-mentee connections that extend beyond the formal program and provide ongoing support.

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Enhance Community Engagement and Civic Leadership

Encourage participants to become active contributors to Baltimore's civic, nonprofit, and business communities.

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Strengthen Alumni Engagement with Central Scholarship

Deepen participants' connection to Central Scholarship and create a pipeline of future mentors, volunteers, donors, and advocates.

Who Can Participate?

The program will include select Central Scholarship alumni as mentees and Baltimore Banner Emerging Leaders honorees and community leaders as mentors.
Additional program details, timelines, and application information will be shared soon.

What Participants Can Expect

Mentors have the opportunity to:

  • Share professional experiences and career insights

  • Support and encourage the next generation of leaders

  • Help mentees navigate academic and career goals

  • Build meaningful community connections

     

Mentees receive:

  • Personalized guidance and mentorship

  • Career and leadership development support

  • Networking opportunities with professionals and community leaders

  • Encouragement as they pursue their educational and professional goal

Interested? Let's get in touch!

At Central Scholarship, we believe mentorship has the power to transform lives. By connecting emerging talent with experienced leaders, we are helping build stronger communities and creating pathways for future success.

Together, we are investing in the leaders of tomorrow.

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