The Women’s Exchange on N. Charles Street, once the site of a lunchroom known for its tomato aspic and chicken salad, has launched a new effort to find partners and affiliates to help repurpose its commercial spaces so it can carry on its mission to help women gain economic independence.

The Exchange today put out a call for expressions of interest from individuals or groups that would like to work with the nonprofit. The organization describes itself as “Maryland’s oldest, longest continually operating 501c(3) dedicated to improving the lives of regional women.” April 17 is the deadline for replies.

“The board of directors of The Women’s Exchange wishes to benefit the community by repurposing our commercial spaces, including our kitchen, dining room and/or shop space,” the organization states on its website.

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