In Support of the Racial Equity Achieves Results Act

April 30, 2019 by BFC in Advocacy Racial Justice
Guest Author: George A. Jones

Last week, our CEO, George A. Jones testified in support of the Racial Equity Achieves Results act during a D.C. Council hearing on the bill. Here’s what he submitted for the official record.

The Shutdown Is Over (For Now); Bread for the City Is Still Here

January 31, 2019 by BFC in Advocacy Affordable Housing Food Access Food Program In the Community Racial Justice
Guest Author: George A. Jones

As federal workers head back to work, we can’t forget those who have to make tough decisions every day.

2018 Stories: “They didn’t mind going the extra mile with me.”

December 14, 2018 by BFC in Advocacy Affordable Housing

From medical and legal to advocacy and housing, we’re sharing some of our most impactful stories to close out 2018. Read on to learn more about BFC Housing Access Program client Dana Croskey.

A Call to Action: Building Neighborhoods that Work

October 25, 2018 by BFC in Advocacy Affordable Housing Racial Justice
Guest Author: George A. Jones

Our CEO, George Jones has a simple message for DC: It’s time to build neighborhoods that work.

Dreaming of a Better Tomorrow: Racial Equity in Housing Outcomes in D.C.

October 24, 2018 by BFC in Advocacy Affordable Housing Housing Crisis Racial Justice

Our advocacy director, Aja Taylor on why it’s time to get serious about racial equity in housing outcomes — and how we can do it.

Dreaming of a Better Tomorrow: A Conversation about Domestic Violence with BFC Managing Attorney Tracy Davis

October 17, 2018 by BFC in Advocacy Domestic Violence Legal Services Legal Clinic

We sat down with BFC Managing Attorney Tracy Davis for a candid conversation about domestic violence, reimagining a new system that considers the needs of survivors and why “hope” is more like an axe than a lottery ticket.

More than Skin Deep: Warning Signs of Domestic Violence

October 11, 2018 by BFC in Advocacy Domestic Violence Legal Services Legal Clinic

Because domestic violence is more than physical abuse, we wanted to share a few resources to help spot the abuse we don’t always see immediately.

Where We Stand: No Dignity In Eviction With Dignity Act

September 26, 2018 by BFC in Advocacy Affordable Housing
Guest Author: George A. Jones

On Monday, our CEO, George Jones, testified against the Eviction With Dignity Act currently being considered by the City Council. Our position is clear: There is no dignity in eviction — and we can do better than this.

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