Category: Advocacy
Public Housing: The Way Forward
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
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
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
A look back at our 2019 Good Hope Gala speaker Courtney 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
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.
In Support of the Racial Equity Achieves Results Act
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
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.”
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
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.
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.