The Cherry Hill Learning Zone initiative began in 2005 as a partnership that includes Towson University, Baltimore City government, the Baltimore City Public School System and neighborhood groups representing homeowners, residents of public and private housing, local businesses, the local ministry, local health care providers, and leaders of community advocacy organizations.

The initiative is dedicated to building upon the strengths of the Cherry Hill community, to meet its needs and nurture its potential in areas related to economic, community and educational development.

Neighborhood leaders, in collaboration with Towson University and Baltimore City officials, have identified important issues related to the health, safety, education and economic security of Cherry Hill residents. Working together with the community, the partnership is actively identifying needs and matching them to resources.