AchievedApril 22, 2026
Maryland Nonprofit Status Achieved
Laurel Club 520 officially achieved Maryland nonprofit status, establishing the foundation for a community-owned sober social club.
Our Road to Opening
AchievedApril 24, 2026
Maryland Legislative Bond Initiative Awarded
Laurel Club 520 was awarded $500,000 through the Maryland Legislative Bond Initiative, a major investment in creating a lasting home for recovery community in Laurel.
In progressJune 1, 2026
Grant Intake Documentation Began
We began preparing the required intake documentation to access grant funding and move the project forward.
AchievedJune 22, 2026
Lease Signed
We signed the lease for our future home at 520 Montgomery Street in Laurel, Maryland.
AchievedJuly 18, 2026
Initial Architectural Layout Drawings Complete
Initial architectural layout drawings were completed, helping shape the welcoming and functional space the Club will become.
AchievedSeptember 4, 2026
Architectural Floor Plan Complete
Our official architectural floor plan has been completed — a major milestone in turning our vision into a buildable reality. You can view and download the full floor plan below.
Next stepEstimated August 2026
Resolve Zoning Issue
We are working toward resolving the remaining zoning issue so the project can proceed into the buildout phase.
Next stepEstimated September 2026
Access Grant Funds & Begin Buildout Expenses
Once grant funds are accessible, we will begin paying for the expenses needed to bring the Club's buildout to life.
Looking aheadEstimated May 2027
Buildout Complete
We expect the renovation and buildout of the Club's home to be complete by May 2027.
Looking aheadEstimated June 2027
Club Opening
Our goal is to open Laurel Club 520 in June 2027 and welcome the recovery community through our doors.
Architectural Floor Plan
Our architectural floor plan is complete — a key milestone in bringing the Club's physical home to life.
The Building
Take a look at the space we're transforming into Laurel's first sober social club.
Our future home at 520 Montgomery St, Laurel, MD
The community room taking shape
Inside the space — renovation in progress
Want to Help Us Get There?
Every donation — large or small — goes directly toward renovation, operations, and keeping this space free and open to the recovery community.