May 18, 2018 by BFC
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BFC Updates
Building On Good Hope
Donors
Fundraising
In the Community
Guest Author: Kristen Kozlowski
Yesterday was Do More 24, the DC region’s annual day of giving. Did we do more?? Read on to find out!
May 16, 2018 by BFC
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BFC Updates
Building On Good Hope
Healthcare
In the Community
Our Staff
Guest Author: George A. Jones, Chief Executive Officer
Bread for the City’s CEO George A. Jones provides an overview of the potential impact of our new Southeast Center.
February 28, 2018 by BFC
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Administration
BFC Updates
In the Community
Guest Author: Kristen Kozlowski
Did you know Bread for the City has a new mission statement? We’ve updated our purpose with new goals and values, while still preserving the same quality services and dignity-based model we’ve always had.
January 19, 2018 by BFC in Advocacy In the Community Racial Justice
After the decision of the Trump Administration to end Temporary Protected Status for 200,000 Salvadoran immigrants residing legally in the United States, many local organizations have spoken out against this act. One of them is Ayuda, an organization that provides legal services, social workers, and language access support to immigrants from 104 countries who reside in DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.
November 14, 2017 by BFC in Holiday Helpings In the Community Volunteering
Chris McCullough of the Washington Wizards visited Bread for the City’s SE Center last week, where he volunteered at its Food Pantry. After handing out food bags, he had quality time with clients and staff, taking pictures and chatting, proving that he really is such a good sport! We interviewed Chris to hear his thoughts on giving back, volunteering, and what he enjoys most about the holiday season.
October 03, 2017 by BFC in Advocacy In the Community Legal Clinic
Last week, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Columbia approved a settlement that will compensate tenants of Terrace Manor who endured years of severe housing code violations and ensure that they have access to the safe and habitable housing they deserve.
September 19, 2017 by BFC in Affordable Housing Housing Crisis In the Community
Bread for the City stands with the Legal Aid Society of DC in opposing the Homeless Services Reform Amendment Act of 2017. Below is an excerpt from the blog post ‘Legal Aid Urges The Council To Vote ‘No’ On Homeless Services Bill’, originally posted by the Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia.
September 11, 2017 by BFC
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Advocacy
In the Community
Guest Author: George Jones, CEO, Bread for the City
Bread for the City stands not only with our clients who are being affected by the decision to end DACA, but also with all Dreamers, all organizations, and all local and national leaders who have protested this un-American decision.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Bread for the City will be closed on Friday, September 22. We apologize for the inconvenience.