News Recap

May 14, 2020 by BFC in BFC Updates

On May 11^th, the New York Times included a quote from BFC CEO George A. Jones in an article addressing the DMV’s response to coronavirus and potential reopening.
Bread for the City’s Managing Attorney Rebecca Lindhurst is quoted in this DCist piece which questions what will happen when eviction protections end for DC residents living with low income.

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News Recap

May 06, 2020 by BFC in BFC Updates

Bread for the City’s COVID-19 testing was featured on NBC-4 on May 6th.
BFC Managing Attorney Tracy Davis was quoted on May 4th in this DC Bar News article on how access to justice is impacted following the unprecedented shutdown of D.C. Superior Court and other judicial venues.
On May 1st, The DC Line published a commentary from BFC CEO George A. Jones entitled “Black Americans are dying of COVID-19 at disproportionate rates. That does not need to be the case in DC.”

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SE Expansion Update

April 30, 2020 by BFC in Administration BFC Updates Building On Good Hope

There’s so much good news on our SE building construction!

96% complete on overall construction.
Parking aisle pavers are being installed.
Dental equipment has been delivered and is now being installed.
Marble tile has been installed on the main floor lobby walls and is being installed on the 2nd and 3rd floor lobby walls.
Pavers are being installed in the rooftop vestibule area.
A wood ceiling is being installed in the main lobby.
PEPCO power is in place and up and running.
Washington Gas service is up and running.
Water and sewer line connections are complete.
The elevator is operational.

Keep your eyes open … Virtual tours are coming soon!

News Recap

April 23, 2020 by BFC in BFC Updates

In February 2020, Bread for the City shared that we filed suit against the Trump Administration over new restrictions to SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits, and in March, the District Court issued a decision that temporarily stopped the feds from implementing its new SNAP restrictions. Though the Trump administration initially planned to appeal, it has now opted to delay implementation of the new requirements initially set to go into effect on April 1. The New York Times shares more in a recent article.
The Washington Post recently highlighted Bread for the City’s critical community testing for COVID-19, featuring George Jones (CEO) and Dr. Randi Abramson (Medical Director).
Amazon has been helping Bread for the City to further expand our delivery capacity! BFC CEO George Jones is among those who discuss Amazon’s contribution in this USA Today article.

(UPDATE) COVID-19 Response from Bread for the City

April 09, 2020 by BFC in Administration BFC Updates Food Access Food Program Fundraising Good Hope Gala In the Community

As we continue to adjust to our temporary “new normal,” Bread for the City is making innovative changes to continue serving our community while many staff remain safe and sheltered in place. Check here for updates!