Meet our Executive Director
Tyrell "Tye" Gibson
Executive Director, Julie Community Center
Strong communities are built one relationship at a time. My goal is to make Julie a place where every neighbor knows they belong and every family can find opportunity and support close to home.
Biography
About Tye
Tyrell “Tye” Gibson serves as Executive Director of Julie Community Center, leading the organization’s next chapter while honoring more than 50 years of service to Southeast Baltimore.
His work centers on youth development, family support, wellness, food access, workforce development, and building partnerships that create lasting opportunities for the community.
Tye is also the founder of GPS University, where he develops youth enrichment, mentoring, wellness, leadership, and community-based initiatives.
Recognition
2027 Baltimore Homecoming Heroes Award Nominee
Tye was nominated for the 2027 Baltimore Homecoming Heroes Award in recognition of his work in youth mentoring, education and enrichment, food access, community partnerships, and service to Baltimore.
Leadership Philosophy
- Community centers should be more than buildings. They should be trusted neighborhood anchors.
- Our programs should respond to real needs, our partnerships should strengthen the community, and our growth should create meaningful opportunities for the people we serve.
Professional Background
- Tye’s background spans nonprofit leadership, youth development, education, fitness and wellness, program development, community engagement, fundraising, and strategic partnerships.
- Across each of these areas, his focus remains the same: connecting people with opportunities and building stronger communities.
Vision
Vision for Julie
The vision is to establish Julie Community Center as a sustainable, year-round neighborhood hub where youth and families can access resources, opportunities, and support.
Our work is built around four priorities: Youth Enrichment & Leadership; Health & Wellness; Food Access & Family Stability; and Workforce Development.
Growth should be thoughtful, sustainable, and shaped by the community.
Community Engagement
- We believe the strongest programs are built with the community, not simply for it.
- Residents are encouraged to share ideas, volunteer, attend events, participate in programs, and help shape what Julie becomes next.
Contact
Reach the Executive Director's office
For speaking requests, partnership conversations, or media inquiries, reach the Executive Director's office.
- Phone
- (410) 675-6300
- Visit
- 100 S. Washington Street, Baltimore, MD 21231
Looking ahead
Looking Ahead
Julie's next chapter will be built through collaboration with residents, volunteers, schools, nonprofits, businesses, healthcare providers, and community leaders.
Together, we're building stronger communities.
There's a place for you here this week.
Serve a meal, tutor a scholar, sponsor a program, or just walk through the door and say hello.