Category: Development
Spreading Holiday Joy: Bread for the City’s Successful Holiday Helpings Campaign
'Tis the season of giving, and this year, Bread for the City's Holiday Helpings campaign went above and beyond in spreading joy and warmth throughout the community. With the collective efforts of donors, volunteers, and staff, the organization successfully distributed a staggering 12,500 holiday bags filled with holiday meats, groceries, and fresh produce.
Bread for the City Launches Annual Holiday Helpings Campaign to Raise $1.2 Million for DC Neighbors in Need with $200K Support from Amazon!
This year, Amazon's contribution is set to make the holidays brighter for almost 3,000 local families. After a challenging year marked by the ongoing pandemic, last year's Holiday Helpings program saw unprecedented need. This year, the focus is on equity, with a groundbreaking expansion of mobile food delivery services that will bring holiday supplies directly to select residential buildings. This is in addition to on-site distribution at the organization's two community centers, distribution of fresh groceries, and offering families a choice between turkey and chicken. Holiday Helpings is not just a meal; it's a powerful demonstration of neighbors supporting neighbors and fostering a sense of community.
Mars and the Nationals Knock it Out of the Park with Fundraiser for Bread for the City
Mars and the Washington Nationals knocked it out of the park with their summer fundraiser supporting Bread for the City. Using America's favorite pastime, they united the DC community for an excellent cause to support our neighbors living on low or no income, raising over $6,000!
Bread for the City Receives Donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Bread for the City has received $2,500 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to help us feed its D.C neighbors. Bread for the City will use the donation to support the organization’s grocery delivery operation, which is at no cost to the clients and is one of the largest in the U.S. Since the start of the pandemic, Bread for the City went from distributing 5,000 bags a month to 5,000 in a week. The pandemic also required the organization to pivot to delivery, allowing more people to access its grocery service than ever before.
Bread for the City and Wegmans Come Together to Support DC through New Partnership
“With food insecurity at an all-time high in the District, working with area businesses in the food industry is paramount to solving hunger through a collaborative approach,” said George Jones, CEO of Bread for the City. “It takes all of us - nonprofits, government, businesses, and individuals - to tackle these complex issues. We’re excited to receive this support from Wegmans and happy to welcome them to the fight against poverty here in DC.”
Partner Spotlight: World Bank Group, Community Connections Program
World Bank Group’s Community Connections Program delivers diverse funding and support to communities and local nonprofits annually. Bread for the City has been a beneficiary of this program for a number of years, and we'd like to highlight the great work of this program and the team members who help us fight poverty in the District. Read on to learn more!
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?
Holiday Helpings 2021 – Client Testimony
Two Holiday Helpings recipients discuss the importance of getting a debit card this year versus a turkey or ham. They talked about the freedom of making their own choices and how it's a better fit for their family.
BATES WHITE CELEBRATES ITS PARTNERSHIP WITH BREAD FOR THE CITY
Bates White is thrilled to celebrate its 20-year partnership with Bread for the City (BFTC). To commemorate this important milestone, the firm held a virtual wine raffle that raised $60,000 for BFTC.
Client explains the importance of Holiday Helpings this year
The ongoing pandemic continues to devastate underserved communities and the many families who rely on Bread for the City’s services. A nearly 20-year BFC client and DC native, Audrey Station, faces financial challenges exacerbated by recent supply shortages and inflation caused by the pandemic's lingering effects. Station, who is disabled and bed-bound, is looking forward to receiving her $75 debit card, which will help her provide food and necessities for her family.