We Did It!

A heartfelt thank you for our 32nd annual Holiday Helpings

Stand with Your DC Neighbors

Your generosity powers Bread for the City’s mission to uplift and support our most vulnerable neighbors in Washington, DC. We can’t do this work alone. Your gift, whether large or small, will have a direct impact on those in need—providing essential services, hope, and a path forward. Together, we can ensure that no one in our city is left behind. Thank you for standing with us!

We’re accepting new patients at our Southeast Medical Clinic

Call (202) 386-7020 to make an appointment.

Check out our schedule of free community workshops this month!

Our Mission

The mission of Bread for the City is to help Washington, DC residents living with low income to develop their power to determine the future of their own communities. We provide food, clothing, medical care, and legal and social services to reduce the burden of poverty. We seek justice through community organizing and public advocacy. We work to uproot racism, a major cause of poverty. We are committed to treating our clients with the dignity and respect that all people deserve.

Our Programs

What would help? Everyone experiences moments of challenge. Bread for the City offers DC community members an opportunity to fill the gaps.

Food

You get to choose what goes in your grocery bag! Get fresh produce, meat, and nonperishables every month. Plus, free farmers markets happen weekly!

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Clothing

Attire, shoes, and accessories for all ages. Toiletry packs regularly available. Small household goods in limited quantities.

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Health Care

A medical home for all ages, regardless of ability to pay. We offer primary care, care management, dental, vision, and behavioral health services.

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Social Services

A variety of supports and resources, including workforce development courses, representative payee services, community wellness workshops, and diaper & baby goods distribution.

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Advocacy

Provides support to client-led campaigns, primarily working to end the drain of affordable housing in DC.

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Legal Services

Advice and representation in certain housing, family law, immigration, and public benefits matters. Support from partner organizations on other legal issues.

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Give Today!

Bread for the City’s services are made possible through the support of thousands of donors like you. Without your support, we would not be able to provide the food, clothing, social, legal, advocacy, and medical services that we do to 10,000 DC residents every month. Thank you!

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Bread for the City’s Corporate Partners can choose from a variety of ways to work with us depending on their goals. At all levels, partners can engage with Bread for the City through a number of opportunities!