Aspiring to Serve

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Aspiring to Serve was established to manage the renovation of the former Cannon Shoe Factory located at 140 W. Franklin St. with the goal of creating low-rent space for local non-profits.  We began 2021 with 80% of the building occupied by REACH, STAR Community, Court Appointed Special Advocates, Hagerstown Church and PSI but said goodbye to some of them during the year as they found new spaces. In 2023 we have some new tenants along with REACH in the building. 

We are actively working on the renovation of the 5th floor. Through grants and donations, the north end of the 5th floor is ready for a tenant to guide us in the fit and finish.  With a state grant we are currently renovating the south side of that floor.  We are seeking additional funds to enable us to complete the south end of the 5th floor so it is fit-and-finish ready for new tenants. This is includes completing the bathrooms on that side which will cost about $10,000. We can also use funds to help with regular maintenance needs, like the new elevator control box we need or our building re-keying project.

We are also actively looking for new tenants for the 5th floor as well as potential candidates for spaces on the lower floors that opened up in 2021.