A Call to Action: Let’s End Poverty By 2040

October 07, 2019 by BFC in Advocacy Racial Justice
Guest Author: George A. Jones

Our CEO, George A. Jones issues a bold call to action to the D.C. community: Let’s stop fighting poverty and start working towards ending poverty.

When We Fight, We Win: DHS Changes Food Stamps Campaign

October 03, 2019 by BFC in Advocacy Food Justice Food Program Public Benefits

We raised our voices about an offensive food stamps campaign. DHS listened.

Public Housing: The Way Forward

October 02, 2019 by BFC in Advocacy Affordable Housing Housing Crisis
Guest Author: Aja Taylor

Our fight to preserve public housing continues. Read on to find out the latest and how you can take action right now to keep DC an affordable city for everyone.

Join Us At NW TONIGHT for a “Transaction Denied” Opening Reception

September 12, 2019 by BFC in Advocacy Food Justice In the Community Racial Justice

Join us tonight (9/12) at our NW Center from 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. for the opening reception of Transaction Denied, an art installation that tells the story of thousands of people seeking help paying for food and the broken and unjust system they encounter in our nation’s capitol. The installation will run through September 31.

Housing and Health Setbacks Can’t Erase Michael Blue’s Smile

July 30, 2019 by aspringer in Advocacy Affordable Housing Building On Good Hope Development Healthcare Medical Clinic

We caught up with Michael Blue to talk housing, health, and our SE expansion.

A Look Back at our 2019 Good Hope Gala Keynote Speech

July 18, 2019 by aspringer in Advocacy Affordable Housing Development Good Hope Gala Healthcare Medical Clinic

A look back at our 2019 Good Hope Gala speaker Courntey Dowe, who chronicled her journey with Bread for the City, her first time meeting Dr. Randi and how believing in someone makes magic.

Where We Stand: DHS’ New, “Offensive” Fraud Prevention Campaign

July 03, 2019 by BFC in Advocacy Food Access Food Justice
Guest Author: Allison Miles-Lee and Elenore Wade

We have a few thoughts on Department of Human Service’s upcoming “SNAP Client Integrity and Fraud Prevention Campaign.” It’s offensive and misses the mark — again. Read on to find out more.

A Bright Spot in the Budget: $30M for Public Housing Repairs

June 27, 2019 by BFC in Advocacy Affordable Housing Housing Crisis
Guest Author: Aja Taylor

Our Director of Advocacy, Aja Taylor, recaps the big win from this year’s budget season.

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