MEET THE FOUNDERS

MICHAEL BATTLE JR.

is a mentor, motivational speaker  and advocate working to restore inner city hope. Mr Battle is the Chief Executive Officer for RICH-Restoring Inner City Hope, Inc and is known nationally for his dedication and commitment to transforming his community. He is a leading voice on community engagement and empowerment.

Growing up in Cherry Hill, one of Baltimore's toughest neighborhoods; Mr. Battle has seen his share of despair, struggle, and the compromises made for survival. Never forgetting where he came from and the obstacles he faced as a child, are two of the driving forces behind his desire to transform Baltimore City. Mr. Battle began making change by hosting the first Cherry Hill Prayer Walk in 2011. This one mile walk through his childhood neighborhood has grown into multiple community events and outreach opportunities, along with partnerships with other local programs and community activists.  Through his leadership and unification of community stakeholders; homicides and shootings have decreased in the Cherry Hill community.

"GOD is always fair. He will remember how you helped his people in the past and how you are still helping them. You belong to GOD, and he won't forget the love you have shown his people."   Hebrews 6:10

Danielle Battle

has worked in the field of education for over 20 years. She is also a public speaker, mentor, and is constantly working to restore inner city hope. Mrs. Battle is originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota and made her way to Baltimore to pursue her undergraduate degree at Morgan State University. She was first introduced to Cherry Hill and its beautiful community by Michael when they were dating. From that day forward she has been at his side doing the work needed to uplift the community.

Along with all of the outreach work and developing the RICH Center she is creating a program that supports emerging social entrepreneurs. Working with them to widen their social networks, secure funding for their operations and create a social impact on Baltimore City.

“She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.” Proverbs 31:26

The Battles are servants of Jesus Christ, believe through prayer, educating, mentoring, and empowering children and families, they will RESTORE INNER CITY HOPE in Baltimore.