Category: BFC Updates
George Jones Named Chair of DC Fiscal Policy Institute’s Board of Directors
The DC Fiscal Policy Institute (DCFPI) is pleased to announce the election of George Jones as Chair of its Board of Directors.
Welcoming Ría Thompson-Washington: A Champion for Justice Joins Our Advocacy Team
With over two decades of experience in grassroots organizing and advocacy, Ría has been at the forefront of empowering Black and Latino communities. Their journey has seen them engage in a spectrum of movements, from the Labor movement to Occupy Wall Street and, more recently, providing invaluable legal support to various social justice movements. In their new role as Associate Director, Ría will play a pivotal role in steering our organizing efforts providing supervision, guidance, and direction to our team. They will also spearhead political education initiatives within Bread for the City, fostering a deeper understanding of systemic issues and organizing opportunities among staff, leadership, and clients.
Our 23 Favorite Moments of 2023
As we bid farewell to another year, it’s time to reflect on the moments that have defined our journey at Bread for the City in 2023.
Bread for the City Will Extend a Helping Hand to Furloughed Federal Workers During Government Shutdown
As the country braces for a federal government shutdown on Sunday, October 1st, Bread for the City’s Food Pantry will remain steadfast in its commitment to keeping our doors “open for any and all," shares Trazy Collins, Food and Clothing Director.
Meet Bread for the City’s New Chief Program Officer, Mahogany Thomas
“When you tell me no, I’ll give you five reasons why it's a yes.”
Bread for the City’s Temporary Food Program Closure Transforms into a Triumph for the Community
Bread for the City, the leading food pantry in Washington, DC, faced a challenging decision on March 20. After three years of increased service to the community during the pandemic, coping with loss, and undertaking planning and reflection, the organization made the difficult choice to temporarily close its Northwest Center pantry at 1525 7th Street NW and the Michelle Obama Southeast Center pantry at 1700 Good Hope Road SE, allowing its dedicated staff to rest and mourn.
BFC Stands with our AAPI Community and Allies.
Another mass shooting. Another terrorized community.
Summer 2022 Farmers Market Dates!
Bread for the City's Farmers Market is open to the general public beginning at 10 am until we run out of produce. We hold the market on the second Friday of the month at our Northwest Center (1525 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001) and the fourth Friday of the month at our Southeast Center (1700 Good Hope Rd SE, Washington, DC 20020). Do you want to lend a helping hand at a farmers market?