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Architectural Salvage and Unique Finds Serving Baltimore, MD and the Mid-Atlantic

Giving a second chance to people, products and the planet

We believe in the power of a second chance.

Whether it’s a second chance for salvaged materials finding new life in architectural wonders or a second chance in someone’s journey through hands-on job training, we’re committed to giving everything and everyone a second chance. By rescuing valuable goods and offering them to the community, we help create new opportunities for growth, renewal, and transformation. Please join us in building a brighter future—one second chance at a time.

The Store

Discover unique, reclaimed materials at Second Chance’s store, where your next project begins with sustainable, one-of-a-kind finds. From architectural salvage to vintage treasures, we have everything you need to bring your dream to life.

Deconstruction

We provide whole-home deconstruction and architectural salvage services all along the East Coast. By carefully dismantling structures, we preserve valuable materials—like flooring, fixtures, and doors—that would otherwise be discarded.

Donations

Your contribution of items, homes, volunteer time, or money to Second Chance, Inc. helps fuel our mission of giving people, materials, and buildings a second chance to thrive, creating meaningful change in the community.

Plan your visit to Second Chance.

Second Chance, Inc. is conveniently located right outside the Pigtown neighborhood of Baltimore, just minutes from downtown. Our spacious warehouse is easily accessible from major highways, making it a quick trip from Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia. Whether you’re coming from the city or surrounding areas, you’ll find us at 1700 Ridgely Street in Baltimore, MD 21230.

Show Us What You’ve Renewed!

One of the three pillars of Second Chance’s mission is to “renew.” And we know that Baltimore is filled with creative ingenuity. So, we’re putting a call out to you, Baltimore—show us what you got!

What a Video Game Can Teach Us About Reconstruction and Salvage

Just as Pokémon Pokopia gives Kanto a second chance, we give people, materials, and the planet a second chance through the processes of deconstruction, salvage, and reuse.

Renewing The Past: The Second Chance Inc. Guide to Architectural Salvage

Have you ever walked past a historic building slated for demolition and wondered what will happen to its beautiful, hand-carved doors, stained glass windows, or old-growth timber? At Second Chance Inc., we look at these structures and see more than just bricks and mortar; we see history, craftsmanship, and boundless potential.

Second Chance should be your first thought for donating or volunteering.

At Second Chance, Inc., we rely on the generosity of both time and money to fuel our mission of sustainability and community revitalization. By volunteering or making a donation of money, goods or even your whole home, you help us provide valuable job training, preserve architectural history, and reduce waste. Every contribution, whether it’s a few hours of your time or a monetary gift, plays a crucial role in transforming lives and our environment. Join us in making a lasting difference today.