October 2 – October 8
American Association of Suicidology welcomes Dr. Adam K. Walsh as interim executive director. Full information can be found in the group’s press release.
Casey Trees has been working to manage invasive species on the Linnean Park Trail. The status and details of recent support from the DC Departments of Parks and Recreation and Energy and the Environment can be found in this article.
Jeff Chester, executive director of the nonprofit Center for Digital Democracy, is quoted in an article by POLITICO regarding what Congress learned from the Facebook whistleblower.
In an article by Bloomberg Law, Hannah Matthews, deputy executive director for policy at the Center for Law and Social Policy, discussing phasing in benefits for a nationwide paid family and medical leave program.
The Center for Nonprofit Advancement will host a Virtual Info Session on October 21. Current and prospective Center members, come learn about the benefits the Center offers its members. This event is free to attend, and to learn more and to register, visit our event page.
Patrice Snow, a leader of the statehood advocacy organization DC Vote, is quoted in an article by the Washington Post regarding the Supreme Court’s recent decision that D.C. is not constitutionally entitled to voting representation in Congress.
Karen Cunningham, the executive director of Everyone Home D.C., is quoted in an article in the DCist discussing how D.C. scrambled to shelter unhoused residents after COVID hit.
Hope House Foundation is hosting more than 115 artists, musicians and food vendors at Stockley Gardens Fall Arts Festival, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., on October 16. Proceeds support Hope House nonprofit programs.
Simon Woods, president and CEO of the League of American Orchestras, is quoted in an article by the Philadelphia Inquirer about how orchestra groups are becoming more casual and accessible
Judy Hanley, the executive director of the Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter, is quoted in an article from NBC Washington discussing a domestic abuser set free on bond in court.
Maryland Nonprofits Annual Conference will be held virtually from October 19 – 21. This year’s theme is “Getting Ready for Growth,” and will include one pre-conference day and two days full of sessions and speakers.
David Johns, executive director of the National Black Justice Coalition, is quoted in an article by CNN asking for Netflix to pull the recent Dave Chapelle standup special.
Lincoln Snyder, new president and CEO of the National Catholic Educational Association, is quoted in an article by the Catholic Sentinel about whether or not to require school uniforms.
Friends of Washington Crossing Park will be hosting a virtual lecture with Dr. Matthew Costello, senior historian of the White House Historical Association on Sunday, Oct. 17 at 1:30 p.m. More information can be found in the full press release.
October 9 – October 15
You’re invited to the Center for Nonprofit Advancement’s 42nd Annual Celebration! Join us for a fun, virtual breakfast event as we take a moment to highlight our members’ many successes and triumphs on Tuesday, November 16th from 8:30 – 10:30 am.
Friends of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River raised $50K for the Shenandoah River at its dinner and auction on October 2nd. More details can be found in the full press release.
Maryland Nonprofits Annual Conference will be held virtually from October 19 – 21. This year’s theme is “Getting Ready for Growth,” and will include one pre-conference day and two days full of sessions and speakers.
UCLA hosted the E.R. Brown Symposium to discuss policies for ending homelessness. Kathryn Monet, CEO of the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans, spoke at the symposium, and said at one point that the negative perception associated with those experiencing homelessness must change.
Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press’s Legal Director, Katie Townsend, is quoted in an article in the Oberlin Review discussing a judge’s recent decision to unseal Facebook posts in an investigation.
The White House Historical Association, in partnership with the National Park Service, installed historical markers in Lafayette Square to recount the history, preservation, and commemoration of the White House and Lafayette Square. More details can be found in the full press release.
October 16 – October 22
The Mayor’s Office on Women’s Policy and Initiatives partnered with Breast Care for Washington to provide a mobile mammography mamo-van where residents received free screenings at DC’s Pink Health Festival last week.
The Providence, a brand-new assisted living and memory care community in Fairfax’s MetroWest neighborhood, is hosting a food and supply drive to benefit Britepaths from October 20th through November 19th.
Robert Perciasepe, a senior adviser at the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, is quoted in an article discussing the U.S. climate progress ahead of global talks in Glasgow in two weeks.
An article in CNBC discusses the child tax credit in relation to the Build Back Better agenda and quotes Ashley Burnside, a policy analyst at the Center for Law and Social Policy.
You’re invited to the Center for Nonprofit Advancement’s 42nd Annual Celebration! Join us for a fun, virtual breakfast event as we take a moment to highlight our members’ many successes and triumphs on Tuesday, November 16th.
Mike Curtin, CEO of DC Central Kitchen, is quoted in a profile on DC Central Kitchen’s Healthy Corners program, which helps bring fruits and vegetables to DC’s ‘food apartheid areas,’ in the DC Line.
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington D.C. won the “Best LGBTQ Social Group” in the 20th annual Best of LGBTQ D.C.
Leadership Fairfax launched its Equity Council on Oct. 13 during a kick-off meeting, bringing together over 20 leaders in racial and social equity, business, community service, academia, and government. Details in the press release.
Heather Noonan, vice president for advocacy at the League of American Orchestras, is quoted in an article in the New York Times about how visa delays are causing tumult in the classical music industry.
In an article by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, Tiffany Gourley Carter, policy counsel at the National Council of Nonprofits, is quoted discussing a California law aimed to make online giving safer for nonprofits and donors.
An article in POLITICO about keeping housing aid in Congress’s social spending package quotes Diane Yentel, president and CEO of the National Low Income Housing Coalition. Yentel led 1,800 advocacy groups in a letter pushing congressional leaders to include more housing funding this week. Also, Sarah Saadian, vice president of public policy, is quoted in an article in USA Today discussing where COVID rescue funds are going.
October 23 – October 29
You’re invited to the Center for Nonprofit Advancement’s 42nd Annual Celebration! Join us for a fun, virtual breakfast event as we take a moment to highlight our members’ many successes and triumphs on Tuesday, November 16th from 8:30 – 10:30 am.
Pam Stemple, second vice president of American Gold Star Mothers, is quoted in an article by Stars and Stripes discussing the ceremonies in Chalons-de-Champagne, France, marking 100 years of honoring the American Unknown Soldier.
Mayor Bowser announced that Capital Partners for Education will receive one of the FY2022 Latino Community Development Grant Awards for “Bridging the Networking Gap: Boosting Latino Student Family and Mento Engagement.”
Nathaniel Keohane, the president of the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions, is quoted in an article in the LA Times, and Kaveh Guilanpour, vice president for international strategies, is quoted in an article by CBS News and National Geographic discussing President Biden’s trip to the G20 summit.
Hannah Matthews, deputy executive director for policy at the Center for Law and Social Policy, is quoted in an article in the Wall Street Journal about the current situation in daycares and childcare in the wake of the pandemic.
East of the River Clergy Police Community Partnership will receive one of Mayor Bowser’s FY2022 African American Community grant awards.
Latin American Youth Center was awarded one of Mayor Bowser’s FY2022 Latino Community Development grant awards for the “LAYC Tiger Scholars Program.”
Robyn Grant, director of public policy and advocacy at the National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care, was quoted in an article by WTOP discussing how to choose the best nursing home.
Diane Yentel, President of the National Low Income Housing Coalition, is quoted in an article discussing how the Treasury claims rental assistance helped stop the eviction wave, and in an article on The Hill discussing the “Build Back Better Act.”
The Washington Regional Alcohol Program’s “SoberRide” initiative was in operation for Halloween, with free Lyft rides home offered to those who may have had too much to drink. Full details in an article by InsideNova.