Talking 'Housing First' with Linda Kaufman from Pathways to Housing
Tue Sep 7 2010, Huffington Post
featuring Pathways to Housing DC
Linda Kaufman, Chief Operating Officer, is interviewed by Mike Horvath about Pathways and Housing First. Click on the link to see the video!
VA Makes Impaired Waters a Priority During Inspections
Fri Aug 27 2010, Potomac Riverkeeper
featuring Potomac Riverkeeper
Virginia will make construction site inspections a priority when the sites discharge sediment (dirt) into sediment-impaired waters.
NBC4 Awards $100,000 to Non-Profits
Wed Aug 18 2010, NBC 4
featuring STRIVE DC
The NBC Universal Fdn. gave out $100,000 in grants to DC-area nonprofits. STRIVE DC's Strive for Success GED program was awarded $15,000.
Friday is payday for Fringe Festival performers
Thu Aug 12 2010, TDB.com
featuring Capital Fringe
With this year’s artist payouts, the Fringe will have given out $1,062,000 in the past five years of Fringe.
Inside Look: Neo-Soul Music Artist Dionne Discusses Fear and Her 'Aha' Moment
Fri Aug 6 2010, The Career Pioneer
featuring Interstages
Former Interstages deputy director Dionne Kirby discusses how her "dream job" at Interstages gave her the courage to pursue another dream.
Potomac Conservancy Receives National Accreditation
Wed Aug 4 2010, Northern Virginia Daily
featuring Potomac Conservancy
A conservation group helping to protect riparian land in the region has received national recognition.
And Frenice Makes Three
Sat Jul 31 2010, The Washington Post
featuring The Barker Foundation
Barker placed Frenice Rollins in a permanent adoptive home after she had experienced 14 foster homes.
Pets: PAWS Assists Victims’ Pets
Thu Jul 29 2010, Arlington Connection
featuring Doorways for Women and Families
A sanctuary for pets at Doorways' Safehouse eases domestic abuse victims’ decisions about leaving their abuser.
Governor Makes Meaningful Return
Thu Jul 29 2010, Alexandria Times
featuring Carpenter's Shelter
Governor Bob McDonnell visited Carpenter's Shelter on July 27 to present a generous contribution to board, residents, and staff.
Service Awards Presented
Wed Jul 28 2010, Vienna Connection Newspaper
featuring Alternative House - The Abused & Homeless Children's Refuge
Every year, the ViennaTysons Regional Chamber of Commerce honors members who best represent service to the Chamber and to the community.
Doorways Picks Up Grant Funding
Wed Jul 28 2010, Arlington Sun Gazette
featuring Doorways for Women and Families
Doorways received nearly $200,000 in major grants during the most recent quarter.
Alternative House named Top Nonprofit by ViennaTysons Chamber of Commerce
Tue Jul 27 2010, Falls Church News Press
featuring Alternative House - The Abused & Homeless Children's Refuge
Alternative House was named "Nonprofit of the Year" by the ViennaTysons Regional Chamber of Commerce. Senator Chap Peterson presented . . .
Chamber Awards Honor Business
Thu Jul 22 2010, Sun Gazette Newspaper
featuring Alternative House - The Abused & Homeless Children's Refuge
Alternative House was selected as Nonprofit of the Year by the Vienna Tysons Regional Chamber of Commerce.
DC Students Hear from an Icon of Birmingham's Fight for Equality
Wed Jul 21 2010, The Birmingham News
featuring Operation Understanding DC
A group of aspiring young freedom fighters stopped in Birmingham this week to pick up tips on how to combat racism and anti-Semitism.
Operation Understanding DC Brings Message to Street
Tue Jul 20 2010, WNCF ABC 32
featuring Operation Understanding DC
Students visited the Southern Poverty Law Center Monday to try to help bridge cultural divisions and increase dialogue among youth.
Teen Freedom Riders
Sun Jul 18 2010, WIAT CBS 42
featuring Operation Understanding DC
The 22 high school students that make up Operation Understanding DC stepped off their bus in front of the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute.
Cool Summer Class: 'Boot camp' revisited
Wed Jul 14 2010, Washington Post
featuring Washington Jesuit Academy
Valerie Strauss describes the unique classes offered during WJA's 7-week Summer Program, including 'boot camp' for 6th graders.
Students Use Journey to Explore Race Relations
Wed Jul 14 2010, The Afro-American Newspaper
featuring Operation Understanding DC
In the spirit of the Freedom Riders, 22 District-area African-American and Jewish high school students recently embarked on a journey.
Finding and Building Your Network: Are You Connected?
Tue Jul 13 2010, 2011 College Access & Opportunity Guide
featuring Collegiate Directions, Inc
CDI's Executive Director Theresa Atta provides tips for students as they enter college in the new: 2011 College Access & Opportunity Guide.
Students Begin Civil Rights Tour in Greensboro
Mon Jul 12 2010, WUNC - North Carolina Public Radio
featuring Operation Understanding DC
The students have visited the International Civil Rights Museum, attended an African-American church and spoken with local rabbis.
Greensboro Visit Gives Students a Lesson in History, Culture
Sun Jul 11 2010, News 14 Carolina
featuring Operation Understanding DC
Nearly two dozen high school students from Washington, DC, are on a trip of a lifetime to learn about different religions and tolerance.
Highlights of D.C.'s 2010 Capital Fringe Festiva
Fri Jul 9 2010, Washington Post
featuring Capital Fringe
In Washington, the Capital Fringe Festival is the theatrical equivalent of a three-ring circus.
Can the Fringe Festival Grow Up?
Fri Jul 9 2010, Washinton City Paper
featuring Capital Fringe
Role Model, Lone Male Volunteer at Doorways Encourages More to Get Involved
Thu Jul 8 2010, Arlington Connection
featuring Doorways for Women and Families
It is not the first time that Doorways' volunteer Alex Karam has been the only man at a social service organization.
World Premiere of the PBS Animated Feature R U There?
Wed Jul 7 2010, wttwN national
featuring U Street Theatre Foundation
“X-Fi”—Experienced Fiction—with Transmedia property R U There?
Keeping the Fringe: Performing arts festival celebrates fifth year
Tue Jul 6 2010, Washington Examiner
featuring Capital Fringe
"We don't censor anybody," Brienza said.
Going Out Guide: Capital Fringe Festival
Tue Jul 6 2010, Washington Post
featuring Capital Fringe
"...the unassuming brick building with "Fringe" painted in big colorful letters on an overhang was a hub of creativity."
National Parks are Inexpensive, Kid Friendly Activities That Can Sneak Education into Summer
Mon Jul 5 2010, Fox 5 DC
featuring National Park Trust
Looking for fun, inexpensive, kid-friendly activities this summer? Give some thought to visiting the country's vast network of parks!
Presiding Bishop Visits Diocese of Washington
Mon Jul 5 2010, Washington Window The Newspaper of The Episcopal Church of Washington
featuring Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington
Presiding Bishop Katherine Jefferts Schori visited with participants and staff members at Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washinton in April.
Photo of Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington's Next Step Breakfast
Thu Jul 1 2010, Washington Window The Newspaper of The Episcopal Church of Washington
featuring Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington
Speakers at Samaritan Ministry's Next Step Breakfast held at the National Press Club on May 6, 2010 are featured in the photo.
Capital Fringe Festival Returns to DC
Wed Jun 30 2010, Backstage
featuring Capital Fringe
So what does it take to run a fringe festival in Washington, DC?
Commentary ... Teen Pregnancy ... Brenda Rhodes Miller
Tue Jun 29 2010, WAMU- 88.5 FM
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
When DC's health department released the latest teen pregnancy numbers recently, those who work in the field were not surprised ...
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAL!
Tue Jun 29 2010, Association Bisnow
featuring DC SCORES
DC SCORES executive director Amy Nakamoto was downtown juggling soccer balls from 7 am to 7 pm last Thursday and Friday.
In DC, Teen Pregnancy Up
Tue Jun 29 2010, Washington Grantmakers Daily
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
In DC, “an uptick in teen pregnancy, after more than fourteen years of dramatic declines” – commentary by Brenda Rhodes Miller (WAMU, 6/29)
Driving toward a financial goal
Fri Jun 25 2010, The Washington Post
featuring DC SCORES
Amy Nakamoto, DC SCORES executive director, shows off some ball-handling skills while raising money in downtown Washington.
Soccer Stunt to Raise Support and Funds
Thu Jun 24 2010, WTTG-Fox 5
featuring DC SCORES
Amy Nakamoto, the Executive Director of "DC SCORES," is juggling to inspire people to donate to their Kick, Click & SCORE Challenge.
Art gala helps fund DC SCORES after-school program
Mon Jun 21 2010, Capital Community News
featuring DC SCORES
On May 19, DC SCORES hosted its first Inspired Art Gala.
MLIS Professor Earns Fulbright Scholarship to Study in Zambia
Sat Jun 19 2010, St. Kate's News
featuring Lubuto Library Project
Mary Wagner, a professor in St. Catherine University’s (MLIS) program, earns a Fulbright Scholarship to travel to Lusaka, Zambia this Fall.
Jeff Kelble Named to Izaak Walton Leage Honor Roll
Fri Jun 18 2010, Izaak Walton League of America
featuring Potomac Riverkeeper
Our Shenandoah Riverkeeper Jeff Kelble was recently named to the Izaak Walton League of America's National Honor Roll.
A letter from Delonte Hooks from Cycle 4
Mon Jun 14 2010, Facebook Causes
featuring STRIVE DC
I had a long road to STRIVE; my life was filled with pain and suffering jail and all the wrong things. I just got tired of being tired...
One More Question for the Candidates
Fri Jun 11 2010, The Washington Post
featuring DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice
What are the candidates’ plans for reducing the unacceptably high rate of poverty in our city?
A legal voice for those who can't afford a lawyer
Mon Jun 7 2010, Washington Post "Capital Business"
featuring Legal Counsel for the Elderly
Feature article about LCE’s Board Chair Bill Isaacson focuses on his long history of pro bono service & charitable support (see page 22).
For Fathers Only
Thu Jun 3 2010, News Channel 8 Community News
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
For Fathers Only is a free mini workshop for fathers on how to talk with children, both boys and girls, about love, sex and relationships.
Walter Smith calls on Federal Government to pay WASA Stormwater Service Fee
Thu Jun 3 2010, WAMU 88.5
featuring DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice
D.C. Voters to Decide on Election of Attorney General
Wed Jun 2 2010, The Washington Post
featuring DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice
District voters will decide in November whether the city's attorney general should be elected instead of appointed by the mayor.
For Fathers Only
Wed May 26 2010, NBC 4 Around Town
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
"For Fathers Only" is a free one-hour mini workshop on how to talk with children, both boys and girls, about love, sex and relationships.
Adventures with Buddy Bison
Wed May 26 2010, Kids Post
featuring National Park Trust
Metro Watch
Mon May 24 2010, WPFW 89.3 FM
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
"For Fathers Only" is a free one-hour mini workshop on how to talk with children, both boys and girls about love, sex and relationships.
SW-side school library to get books, computers in face-lift
Sat May 22 2010, Arizona Daily Star
featuring Heart of America Foundation
The Lynn/Urquides Elementary School library is about to undergo an extreme makeover with 2,000 new books...
DC SCORES Inspired Art Gala showcases young DC school poets and local artists at the Corcoran
Sat May 22 2010, Examiner.com
featuring DC SCORES
On Wednesday, May 19 DC SCORES, a leading nonprofit in innovative and creative after-school programming, held its first Inspired Art Gala.
D.C.'s Approach to Juvenile Justice Faces Criticism
Tue May 18 2010, WAMU 88.5 FM
featuring Mentoring Today
After a series of violent incidents in D.C. involving young criminals, the city’s approach to juvenile justice is now facing criticism.
Young Offenders in Washington Benefit from Volunteer Mentors
Mon May 17 2010, The National
featuring Mentoring Today
Abdul Mujahid Rashid, 18, said he would probably be back in prison if not for a volunteer mentor.
Student Photographers Put Education, Policy Issues into Focus
Wed May 12 2010, Politics Daily
featuring Critical Exposure
Thanks to Adam Levner and Heather Rieman, more than 800 middle and high school students have developed an eye for photography and advocacy.
Washington Jesuit Academy Gets New Field, Garden
Tue May 11 2010, WJLA
featuring Washington Jesuit Academy
The Washington Jesuit Academy dedicated its new athletic field and courts to Ruppert Companies, then celebrated its inaugural Field Day.
Student Photogs Bring Education Issues into Focus
Mon May 10 2010, Medill News Service
featuring Critical Exposure
Thanks to Adam Levner and Heather Rieman, more than 800 middle and high schoolers have developed an eye for photography and advocacy.
PLIP Grants Awarded: Demonstrating the Significance of Public Libraries to their Local Communities
Mon May 10 2010, eIFL.net
featuring Lubuto Library Project
The Lubuto Library Project was awarded one of the 12 eIFL.net's Public Library Innovation Programme (eIFL-PLIP) grants.
A Student's First College Assignment: Grasping Financial Aid
Sun May 9 2010, The Chronicle of Higher Education
featuring Collegiate Directions, Inc
Chronicle reporter sits in on the "college decision" meeting with Collegiate Directions, Inc. Scholar, José Otero, and his family.
Credo: David Downes
Sun May 9 2010, The Washington Examiner
featuring Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington
In a city reputed for power and ambition, David Downes serves the people most often overlooked and left behind.
District Hosts Walk To Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Fri May 7 2010, WAMU- 88.5 FM
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
May is Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month and tomorrow local activists will take to the streets to draw attention to the issue.
Former Foster Kid Overcame Odds, with Help from Many Friends, to Earn Law Degree
Fri May 7 2010, The Washington Post
featuring The Barker Foundation
Jelani Freeman, Barker Foundation board member, tells the story of how he "beat the odds" when he aged out of the foster care system.
Community in Brief
Thu May 6 2010, The Washington Post
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
A teen pregnancy walk and rally for youths and adults is scheduled at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Composer Inspired by Nature
Thu May 6 2010, Alexandria Gazette
featuring Alexandria Symphony Orchestra
The Alexandria Symphony plays Libby Larsen's Atmosphere as a Fluid System at its Season Finale concerts May 22 and 23.
From Zambia to Benning Road: Library activists visit new Benning Library
Wed May 5 2010, Capitol Community News
featuring Lubuto Library Project
Actor Danny Glover and chairperson of the National Arts
Council of Zambia Mulenga Kapwepwe speak about Lubuto at the Benning Road Library.
Take A Step to Prevent Teen Pregnancy Walk and Rally
Mon May 3 2010, News Channel 8 Community News
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Teens, advocates, community organizations, adults and parents will meet at Samuel Gompers Park and continue to the John A. Wilson Building.
Take A Step to Prevent Teen Pregnancy Walk and Rally
Mon May 3 2010, WJLA Community Events
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Teens, advocates, community organizations, parents, and volunteers will meet at Samuel Gompers Park at 10 a.m. and walk to the John A.Wilson
Take A Step to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Mon May 3 2010, WUSA 9 Community Calendar
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Teens, parents, community organizations advocates, volunteers will walk from Samuel Gompers Park to the John A. Wislon Building.
Take A Step to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Mon May 3 2010, NBC4 Around Town
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Teens, parents, adults, community organizations, and volunteers will walk from Samuel Gompers Park to the John A. Wilson Building.
Target Unveils New Library
Mon May 3 2010, Oprah.com
featuring Heart of America Foundation
Ocoee Middle School had a great love for reading & a library without enough books. Watch Target unveil a library for this special school.
For Fathers Only
Mon May 3 2010, WJLA Community Events
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
For Fathers Only is a free mini workshop for fathers on how to talk with children, both boys and girls, about love, sex and relationships.
Metro Watch
Fri Apr 30 2010, WPFW 89.3 FM
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Teen pregnancy in the District and the upcoming teen pregnancy walk and rally.
Jack's Newsletter: Check This Out
Thu Apr 29 2010, http://www.dccouncil.washington.dc.us/EVANS/ceNewsletter.html
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy Walk & Rally.
Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 10 am at Samuel Gompers Park
This Saturday, a Walk and Rally to Address Teen Pregnancy in the District
Mon Apr 26 2010, http://originalnajeema.blogspot.com/2010/04/this-saturday-walk-and-rally-to-address.html
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Teen Pregnancy is in no one's best interest. Whether it be the young people who have had their dreams deferred because of pregnancy or ...
Tell Jack Evans Cutting EITC Is the Wrong Kind of Tax Hike
Mon Apr 26 2010, Save Our Safety Net Blog
featuring Capital Area Asset Builders
Not so long ago, Tax Day saw lines out the door of H&R Block, the post office, and… MLK Library? Keep Free Tax Preparation in the DC Budget.
How Taxes Make Work Pay
Sat Apr 24 2010, Defeat Poverty DC Blog
featuring Capital Area Asset Builders
Taxes are a basic need and a free preperation option is a critical service for low-income DC residents.
Kitchen Door Founders Eye Franchising Their Concept
Fri Apr 23 2010, The Washington Business Journal
featuring Through The Kitchen Door International
The founders of Through The Kitchen Door International look to replicate the noprofit's training arm nationally and internationally.
Environmental Film Festival Movies: 'Plastic,' 'Living Downstream'
Fri Apr 23 2010, Washington Post
featuring Environmental Film Festival in the Nation's Capital
Ann Hornaday previews D.C. premier of Living Downstream, a documentary about biologist and cancer-prevention activist Sandra Steingraber.
Buddy Bison's Earth Day Celebration
Thu Apr 22 2010, NBC 4
featuring National Park Trust
Video about Earth Day celebration on the National Mall.
Earth Day Celebration
Thu Apr 22 2010, ABC7
featuring National Park Trust
Humps, Hooves & Horns
Thu Apr 22 2010, National Park Service
featuring National Park Trust
Springtime Celebration Gives Homeless Women Sense of Safety, Normalcy
Wed Apr 21 2010, Washington Area Women's Foundation
featuring Thrive DC (formerly Dinner Program for Homeless Women)
Just last week, Thrive DC welcomed new beginnings and growth for all people through our Springtime Celebration.
"Making a Difference" Segment
Wed Apr 21 2010, NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams
featuring Everybody Wins! DC
View the segment to find out more about Everybody Wins! DC's Power Lunch program and how you too can make a difference.
A Different Kind Of Bank Where Withdrawals And Deposits Change Lives
Wed Apr 21 2010, WUSA9
featuring A Wider Circle
This news article includes a brief video and narrative description of our work.
Leadership Greater Washington holds annual awards dinner
Mon Apr 19 2010, The Washington Post
featuring DC SCORES
An award was given to DC Scores and Volkswagen Group of America, which joined to get more kids involved in soccer and fitness programs.
A Common Financial Aid Form
Fri Apr 16 2010, The Chronicle of Higher Education (online)
featuring Collegiate Directions, Inc
More than 400 colleges accept a Common Application Form; CDI's Nina Marks says it's time for colleges to use a Common Financial Aid Form.
It's Time For A Common App for Financial Aid
Fri Apr 16 2010, Scoop Daily
featuring Collegiate Directions, Inc
Nina Marks, of CDI, a nonprofit that helps low-income students transition to college, argues for standardizing financial aid offers.
Washington Theater: Cutting-edge Productions Often Come from Small Companies
Fri Apr 16 2010, Washington Post
featuring Capital Fringe
In Washington theater, the most exciting seat in the house is a folding chair...
GU Athletics makes great strides with community service day at STRIVE DC
Fri Apr 16 2010, www.gallaudetathletics.com
featuring STRIVE DC
The Gallaudet University athletics department along with President T. Alan Hurwitz and First Lady Vicki Hurwitz took time ...
Simplifying the College Aid Maze
Thu Apr 15 2010, The Washington Post
featuring Collegiate Directions, Inc
Financial aid forms from colleges are difficult to decipher and compare, especially for low-income, first-generation-to college students.
Alexandria Symphony Orchestra Awards Music Schlars
Thu Apr 15 2010, Alexandria Gazette
featuring Alexandria Symphony Orchestra
The Mary Graham Lasley Scholarship Competition of the ASO and SOLA awarded $4,500 in prizes to college student musicians.
Take A Step to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Wed Apr 14 2010, http://www.thewedistrict.com
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
On Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 10:00 a.m., the DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy will host its first ever Walk and Rally.
Taxes Filed, Financial Planning Begins
Wed Apr 14 2010, StreetSense
featuring Capital Area Asset Builders
The work of the 2010 DC Earned Income Tax Credit (D.C. EITC) Campaign does not end on tax day; they promote opportunities through the year.
Take A Step to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Wed Apr 14 2010, The WE District, Councilmember Kwame Brown's Newsletter
featuring DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
On Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 10:00 a.m., DC Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy will host its first ever Walk and Rally.
Friday's Heroes
Fri Apr 9 2010, WUSA 9 News Now
featuring Falls Church-McLean Children's Center
Friday's Heroes takes a look at a nonprofit organization where children come as early as 18 months, but leave ready for kindergarten.
Daily People On The Move for April
Wed Apr 7 2010, Washington Business Journal
featuring Capital Area Asset Builders
The Capital Area Asset Builders in D.C. named Maurita Coley executive director.
Maurita Coley Named CAAB's New Executive Director
Mon Apr 5 2010, Washington Post
featuring Capital Area Asset Builders
Maurita Coley will succeed Colleen Dailey to further the mission of putting clients on the road to financial independence.
Gardens of charity planned to help District's less fortunate
Sun Apr 4 2010, Washington Post
featuring Pathways to Housing DC
Beet Street helped Pathways turn a vacant section of parking lot in front of their building into a beautiful community garden!
Friday's Heroes
Fri Apr 2 2010, WUSA 9 News Now
featuring Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program
Horse lovers already know there is something very therapeutic about saddling up and taking a ride. For the disabled . . .
Nowhere to Turn
Thu Apr 1 2010, RMHC website
featuring GUH Kids Mobile Medical Clinic
When C.J. needed help, I didn’t know where to turn. Luckily, the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile was right in front of us.
2012 Orchestra Residencies Announced
Thu Apr 1 2010, Midori's Orchestra Residency Program
featuring Alexandria Symphony Orchestra
The Alexandria Symphony has been awarded a full week with legendary violinist Midori for the spring 2012.
Student Loan Overhaul
Tue Mar 30 2010, National Public Radio: The Diane Rehm Show
featuring Collegiate Directions, Inc
Nina Marks, CDI’s President & Founder; Kim Clark, U.S. News & World Report; and others join Diane Rehm to discuss the student loan overhaul.
