January 26 – 31

WJLA provided a preview of the Army Historical Foundation’s National Museum of the United States Army, set to open in 2020.

Colleen Wevodau, President of Calvary Women’s Services Board of Directors and Senior Manager at Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, posted an article about the Baker Tilly Wishes campaign announcing that Calvary is one of five organizations to receive a $10,000 grant.

DC Central Kitchen received a large food donation from Tyson Foods in an effort to assist federal workers affected by the government shutdown according to KARK. DC Central Kitchen was also highlighted in WTOP for their efforts to provide fresh produce and healthy snacks to low-income areas.

The Keegan Theatre is having a special food drive throughout its run of The Baltimore Waltz to benefit Food & Friends according to Broadway World.

Humane Farm Animal Care’s animal welfare rating program was featured on Vox.

Miriam’s Kitchen discussed the limits of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in The Washington Post.

Washington Regional Alcohol Program President Kurt Erickson commented on a recently released report about the increase of drunk driving related deaths in 2017 in Montgomery Community Media, WJLA, and The Washington Post.

 

January 12 – 25

Bright Beginnings, N Street Village and So Others Might Eat raised a total of $254,837 in this year’s The Washington Post Helping Hand Campaign. Over 1,472 individuals donated to the organizations this holiday season.

Brighter Strategies and Alliance for Nonprofit Management will co-sponsor a one-day seminar, Racial Equity and Implications for Capacity Building Practice: A Deeper Dive, on February 22 at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, 901 15th Street, Washington, DC.

Casey Trees discussed the relocation of a 600,000 pound tree in Washington, DC on WAMU 88.5.

Center for Digital Democracy Executive Director, Jeffrey Chester, discussed data privacy regulation in USA TODAY.

Research by the Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP) revealing Asian-American students pursuing higher education have the highest amount of unmet financial needs was featured in NBC News.

Food & Friends extended its services to furloughed federal employees dealing with a serious illness according to The Washington Blade.

Friends of Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Executive Director, Tina O’Connell, discussed ways the government shutdown impacted volunteer efforts over the MLK weekend in WAMU 88.5 and The Washington Post.

A report by the Institute for Local Self-Reliance about bringing high-speed internet to rural communities was featured in Nonprofit Quarterly.

Latino Economic Development Center discussed ways the federal government shutdown impacts Maryland small business owners in the Baltimore Business Journal.

National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIH) discussed how the federal government shutdown is affecting nonprofit groups dedicated to helping low-income renters in The New York Times. NLIH President and CEO, Diane Yentel, expressed concerns over federal rental assistance contracts that have not been renewed due to the federal government shutdown on National Public Radio and Huffington Post.

National Catholic Educational Association announced the 2019 Youth Virtues, Valor and Vision Award recipient according to WTKR.

Northern Virginia Family Service will receive a $35,000 grant from the United Way of the National Capital Area according Fairfax Times. Funds will be used to provide rental, mortgage and utility assistance. United Way NCA was also featured in a Washington Business Journal article on local nonprofits stepping up to assist furloughed federal employees.

Washington Regional Alcohol Program President, Kurt Erickson, commented on the need for stronger seat-belt laws in Virginia on WHSV.

 

January 4 – 11

Applications to the Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington are now open! Being part of the Catalogue network means you will be recognized as “one of the best” high-impact, community-based nonprofits in the region. Learn more at cfp-dc.org/apply.

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement and Serve DC will partner again to implement Volunteer Generation Fund 2019, building on the success of VGF 2018. The program supports increasing the number of volunteer men of color working with nonprofit organizations in the District. The deadline for applications is Wednesday, January 16.

Fairfax Leadership is now accepting applications for the classes of 2019 – 2020. To help applicants learn more about the process, several free virtual webinars have been scheduled.

Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter Director Judy Hanley applauded Virginia State Del. Wendy Gooditis for introducing legislation aimed at combating child abuse, specifically sexual abuse in the Loudoun Times-Mirror.

National Low Income Housing Coalition discussed ways the federal government shutdown is impacting local public housing authorities and individuals who rely on rental assistance programs in Curbed, WUSA9 and CNBC.

Arlington County Board announced the recent appointment of David Heilig to the Rosslyn Business Improvement District according to InsideNoVA.

United Way of the National Capital Area was one of the local organizations featured on WUSA9 and InsideNoVA for their efforts to provide furloughed federal workers with food, rent and utility assistance

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Thank you to all who responded to our recent survey on the effects of the federal government shutdown. We heard from nonprofit organizations of varying types, budget sizes and locations throughout the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.

Here’s what we learned

~ Although just a little over 50% of survey respondents receive federal funding, the shutdown had an impact across the board.

~ It was encouraging to see almost 90% of respondents had operating funds in reserve, although only 40% of those had three months or more.

~ 50% of all respondents saw an increase in service needs during the shutdown, but only 30% had program supplies in reserve. Of those, 60% had to tap into their reserves.

~ Even more significant than the quantifiable stats was the immeasurable impact on nonprofits, families and the community.

“It is clear that a strong nonprofit sector is critical when our residents and communities are in crisis,” observes Glen O’Gilvie, CEO, Center for Nonprofit Advancement. “We are proud of the support our network provided and encourage a replenishment of reserves and greater coordination in preparation for any future challenges.”

Some of the impact stories shared:

“We provided a 5-day supply of groceries to over 400 furloughed government workers and contractors.”

“We saw a 10% increase in call volume to our 24/7 hotline; an increase in anxiety and stress for clients across all of our programs and services, especially those seeking federal assistance for basic needs like food and shelter.”

“Donors became clients. Donors terminated recurring monthly donations.”

“We have been providing additional food support for guests, including bags of full and frozen meals. And with the cold weather and ‘life threatening wind-chills,’ guests are requesting gloves, hand warmers and other essentials. The government shutdown is a reminder that many members of our community could be just a few paychecks from experiencing homelessness.”

“As an environmental organization headquartered in the DC region, we provide a lot of programming and stewardship of public lands. During the shutdown, we were unable to access Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, where we keep freshwater mussels for an education program. We have also responded to calls about trash and illegal dumping at federally-managed sites and worked with the city to remove more than 400 tires that were illegally dumped during the shutdown on National Park Service land.”

“… a sense of demoralization. Our constituency assumed/believed that the government was solid, an institution that could be trusted, relied on. There has been a definite sense of loss, hope and trust.”

These narratives deliver a clear reminder of the valuable and vital support nonprofits provide our communities.

Resources to share with your clients and those in need:

•  Metropolitan Washington Council of Government 
•  United Way National Capital Area
•  Helpline 2-1-1: This free and confidential helpline provides information about social, health and government resources, and connects callers to community resources in their local community. 2-1-1 is available in multiple languages 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and is available to callers in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia.

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Every member of a nonprofit’s team has an important role in advocacy, even if it’s not included in their assigned responsibilities. If you work or volunteer for a nonprofit, then you are most likely passionate about its cause and in a prime position to advocate on its behalf. Whether you’re a regular at legislative hearings, or you just want to tell your friends why your nonprofit’s services are so valuable, having the right tools will help you deliver your message successfully.

Five key skills for excellence in advocacy:

Show your passion – How often have you been in a situation where someone is trying to pitch you on a product or idea and it’s obvious they don’t really believe in it themselves? The first thing you do is question their real motive. Next, you tune them out. As an advocate for your organization’s mission you’ll be effective when you let your passion for the cause shine through. This is one time when it’s great to wear your heart on your sleeve!

Know your subject – You need to make a case for your issue or cause, and you need to be able to respond to questions and objections. Know everything about what your nonprofit does, who it serves, how it makes an impact, so you can speak with authority. Not only will you be more effective, you’ll position yourself as an expert that your audience can rely on for the future.

Practice diplomacy – This one can sometimes be the hardest. When you are trying to win someone over, avoid getting angry and steer away from insults. As an advocate you want to build support for your cause. Skilled advocates understand the difference between stating a case and starting an argument. You’ll make more progress by practicing the art of patience and showing respect for differing opinions.

Be persistent – If diplomacy is the art of patience, persistence is the art of stamina. It doesn’t always come naturally – most of us are uncomfortable with confrontation. As an effective advocate, you’ll want to demonstrate an ability to overcome obstacles, avoid showing frustration, don’t be discouraged when success does not come easily and don’t give up.

Communicate well – Advocates often need to make their case around complex issues that may stir up strong reactions. Perhaps the most critical skill for excellence in advocacy is to be an effective communicator. Here is where practice is most important. If you need to speak in public, try stating your case in front of a friendly audience first and ask for constructive feedback. With written communications, get started early, organize your thoughts and make sure a fresh set of eyes reads what you’ve written before it goes out. Typos are not an advocate’s friend!

These key skills are ones we can all develop with a bit of practice. The more tools in your toolbox and the more you use them, the better you’ll be at doing a great job. Keep at it and you can help change the world!

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December 15 – January 4

A Bright Beginnings client shared his story and appreciation for the organization in The Washington Post. Bright Beginnings was also featured on WBAL Baltimore for its work supporting families transitioning out of homelessness, and was profiled in The Washington Post as a part of the organization’s involvement with the newspaper’s Helping Hand charity campaign.

Washington Post readers have donated $130,695 to Helping Hand charity partners: Bright Beginnings, N Street Village and So Others Might Eat according to the newspaper.

Casey Trees celebrated their partnership with Gallaudet University in The HIll is Home. Over the past three years, 208 volunteers have planted 85 trees on the campus.

Fair Chance Founder, Amanda Marshall, was selected as one of the 2018 Washingtonians of the Year, by Washingtonian Magazine.

Hope for Henry Foundation teamed with the Washington Capitals to visit children at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital during the holiday season according to WTOP.

The International Spy Museum will transition to its new location in Southwest Washington, DC in January 2019 according to WUSA*9 and Washington Business Journal.

Tenants of three Washington, DC apartment buildings are teaming up with Latino Economic Development Center and the Local Initiatives Support Corporation DC to purchase their buildings under the District’s Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act according to WUSA9.

Diane Yentel, President and CEO of the National Low Income Housing Coalition, was quoted in a New York Times article about the rise in homelessness in the US. Yentel also joined other housing experts to testify on the Housing Finance Reform Act of 2018 being considered by the US House Financial Services Committee.

A report by Northern Virginia Health Foundation about poverty and its effects in Northern Virginia was featured in The Washington Post.

N Street Village Bethany Women’s Day Center was featured in The Washington Post as a part of the organization’s involvement with the paper’s Helping Hand annual charity campaign. Three clients from N Street Village were also featured in The Washington Post as a part of the campaign.

Temple Rodef Shalom was featured in NPR for their work in supporting and assisting refugees resettled in the US.

Washington Regional Alcohol Program honored 14 Arlington public-safety officers during their 21st annual Law Enforcement Awards of Excellence for Impaired-Driving Prevention according to Inside NoVA. Additionally, the organization was highlighted in The Washington Post and WTOP for their efforts to decrease drunk driving in the region over the holidays with its SoberRide program.

 

December 8 – 14

Local foundation leaders, including Arlington Community Foundation and Greater Washington Community Foundation, penned a joint letter to Amazon, welcoming them to the community according to Inside NoVA.

A number of nonprofits, including A Wider Circle, Casey Trees, Food & Friends and Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs were featured in a Washingtonian article about charitable companies in the region.

Bright Beginnings was featured in The Washington Post as a part of their involvement in the paper’s Helping Hand Initiative.

District Alliance for Safe Housing was featured in the Prince William Times for their partnership with the Bezos Day One Fund.

Priority Toyota Springfield is supporting Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia’s Home for the Holidays campaign by matching all donations up to a total of $30,000.

A former client of N Street Village discussed addiction and recovery in The Washington Post as a part of the organization’s involvement in the paper’s Healing Hand Initiative.

An overnight memorial vigil is planned in honor of the 38+ people who died homeless in the District this past year according to Curbed. Scheduled from 5pm on December 20 to 12pm on December 21, the event is spearheaded by the People for Fairness Coalition and supported by Miriam’s Kitchen and The Way Home. N Street Village is also proud to participate.

National Press Foundation‘s Washington 2019 Preview for Reporters was featured on C-SPAN.

The Immunization Action Coalition (IAC) has presented its inaugural IAC Becky Payne Award to Every Child By Two (now known as Vaccinate Your Family).

 

December 1 – 7

Anacostia Coordinating Council Executive Director, Philip Pannell, discussed illiteracy rates in the District and innovative efforts to address the issue in WAMU.

Arlington Street People’s Assistance Network and Volunteer Arlington reflected on President George H.W. Bush’s legacy of volunteerism on WJLA.

A Wider Circle Founder and CEO, Mark Bergel, was inducted into the Montgomery County Department of Human Rights Hall of Fame according to Montgomery County Media.

The Campagna Center‘s 48th Annual Scottish Christmas Walk Parade was featured in The Zebra.

Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington‘s Annual Holiday Show was featured in Metro Weekly.

Miriam’s Kitchen discussed its work in trying to end chronic homelessness in WTOP.

A client of N Street Village was profiled in The Washington Post as a part of the organization’s involvement in the paper’s Helping Hand Initiative.

National Black Justice Coalition CEO, David Jones, teamed up with radio personality, Angela Yee, to highlight World AIDS Day according to theGrio.

Shiloh Baptist Church‘s 80th Annual Messiah concert was featured on WJLA’s Good Morning Washington.

Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) will operate its SoberRide initiative from December 14 through January 1, according to InsideNoVA.

On November 28, students from YWCA National Capital Area‘s EmpowerSTEAM Summer Academy were featured on Great Day Washington in an appearance with the STEM for Her foundation.

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Two new positions are now open!

As we head into our 40th year, the Center plans to deepen our commitment and support of nonprofits in our region. To expand our outreach and advance our member services to the next level, the Center is adding two new staff members to our internal team.

Membership Associate
Communications Associate*

 

To apply: Send cover letter (REQUIRED) and resume to Taylor Strange.
*Communications Associate application also REQUIRES three (3) writing samples.

Application DEADLINE: 5:00pm on Monday, February 11, 2019.

Please help us spread the word. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply!

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We are happy to announce his recent promotion to Education and Special Programs Director.

In his new role, Sean will serve as Program Director of the Center’s AIM, EXCEL and Board Leadership Award competitions, as well as continue to develop goals for and manage the Center’s Training Hub. He will also work with the COO on special programs providing best practices and capacity building to nonprofits.

Sean joined the Center in August 2014 as an Education Associate and then advanced to Education and Programs Manager. He has been integral in coordinating, implementing and expanding the multiple training options available through the Center. He is considered by all to be a valuable asset to our team and to our members. Please join us in congratulating Sean on his promotion.

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In December 2018, the Center hosted a panel discussion in Prince William County entitled “An Insider’s Perspective: Advocacy Efforts That Work!” The panelists included three individuals with extensive experience as staff to legislators. They shared some of their insider tips about how to make the most effective use of your time meeting with legislators to advocate for your mission and issues important to your organization.

The panelists were:

  • Philip Scranage, current Legislative Aide to Virginia State Senator Scott Surovell
  • Devon Cabot, current Vice President at Two Capitols Consulting, former Legislative Aide to Virginia State Senator Jeremy McPike and former Chief of Staff to Woodbridge District Supervisor Frank Principi (Prince William County Board of Supervisors)
  • Ross Snare, current Director of Government Affairs, Prince William Chamber of Commerce and former Legislative Aide to Prince William County Board of Supervisors Chairman Corey Stewart, former Legislative Aide to Fairfax County Supervisor Pat Herrity and former Session Aide to Majority Caucus Chairman Delegate Tim Hugo.

Strategically timed to take place in advance of the Virginia legislative session convening in January, the event drew nonprofits from the Prince William County area. However, the information shared is relevant for all nonprofits looking to advocate with elected officials. So we wanted to share some of these key tips and advice from legislative “insiders”.

8 tips to strengthen your impact when meeting with elected officials:

  1. Most important – Come Informed! Before meeting with your legislator know where he/she stands on the issue you want to discuss. If it’s a specific bill, know the status of that bill and whether your legislator agrees or disagrees with your position. Know what committees the legislator sits on and whether or not the committee has already voted on that bill. (Don’t waste the legislator’s time or yours by advocating for a bill that has already died in committee!)
  2. Be a constituent of that legislator or have a constituent with you. Legislators want most of all to hear from constituents in their own district.
  3. Build coalitions: If your organization does not have constituents in a particular legislator’s district, consider partnering with another organization that does. Note: the panelists agreed this is an effective tactic that nonprofits often fail to utilize.
  4. Quantify the impact. Effective advocates will be able to combine personal stories with quantifiable evidence of how the issue they are discussing will impact lives.
  5. Bring a “one-pager” about your organization—what you do, who you serve and why it matters. Be sure the legislator’s staff knows how to follow up with you with any questions. Offer to provide testimony if relevant.
  6. Bring an appropriate number of people. Among topics discussed was whether or not it is effective to bring large groups of people served to an advocacy meeting. Since time is so limited (and offices are so small), large groups were seen as less effective in educating a legislator about the specifics of an issue. The panelists viewed this tactic as most effective in a) relationship building with the legislator and b) engaging the people you serve. They suggested that town halls are a great opportunity to bring a large group. Panelists also felt that calls and emails stating your position on an issue are more effective than petitions.
  7. Make sure you get the Legislative Aide’s business card before you leave!
  8. Build a relationship. Most of all, our insiders emphasized the importance of building a relationship with your legislator over time. Invite them to visit your organization. Show up at their town halls, follow them on social media and send them your announcements. As one panelist put it, “If the first time you’re talking to your legislator is in Richmond, you’re doing it wrong”.

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The Center is pleased to announce the creation of South Dakota Avenue/Riggs Road Main Street.

 

Funded through a grant awarded by the District Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD), this new Main Street organization will utilize public-private partnerships and community volunteers to build on neighborhood assets and implement strategies to support and improve the business corridors in this area.

Targeted Riggs Park and Manor Park neighborhoods include:

  • South Dakota Avenue NE between Galloway Street and Riggs Road NE
  • Riggs Road NE between Chillum Place NE and the Metro tracks
  • 5600 Block 3rd Street NE and 5700 Block 2nd Street NE between Riggs Road and New Hampshire Avenue NE
  • 3rd Street NW between Rittenhouse Street and Sheridan Street NW

The founding Main Street Board of Directors includes leadership from the Lamond-Riggs and Manor Park communities:

Board Chair: Barbara Rogers, 2nd Vice President, Lamond-Riggs Citizens Association
Treasurer: Alison Brooks, Acting President, South Manor Neighborhood Association
Secretary: Rhonda Henderson, President, Manor Park Citizens Association

The Center will provide fiscal and organizational management, leadership and technical assistance for South Dakota Avenue/Riggs Road Main Street.

The DC Main Streets Program is administered by DSLBD and the South Dakota Avenue/Riggs Road Main Street is proud to be located in Wards 4 and 5. The Main Street Leaders, Board of Directors and all at the Center are especially grateful to District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser, Ward 5 Council member Kenyan McDuffie and DSLBD Director Kristi Whitfield for the opportunity.

For more information, please email Glen O’Gilvie, CEO, Center for Nonprofit Advancement or call 202.457.0540

 

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November 24 – 30

Over 3,200 runners participated in this year’s 13th Annual Arlington Turkey Trot, and its nonprofit beneficiaries, including  A-SPAN and Bridges to Independence, were featured in Arlington Connection.

A Bright Beginnings teacher and former participant was profiled in The Washington Post as a part of the paper’s Helping Hand Campaign.

Capital Area Asset Builders (CAAB) will hold its first #DCEITC Forum spotlighting the role of the EITC in lifting low-income Washingtonian families out of poverty and providing a pathway to middle class. The Forum will be December 12 from 10:00am–2:00pm at the True Reformer Building / Public Welfare Foundation in Washington, DC.

The Campagna Center held its 48th Annual Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend and Parade according to Patch.

District Alliance for Safe Housing was mentioned as one of the recipients of the Bezos’s Day One Foundation donations in The Washington Post article on the impact of Amazon’s move to Northern Virginia.

As part of their Giving Tuesday campaign, Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation provided matching grants up to $25,000 for five local nonprofits, including DC Central Kitchen and Friends of Fort Dupont Ice Arena, according to the Washington Wizards.

Partners for Livable Communities honored individuals and organizations committed to “shaping a more livable, sustainable and equitable America” during their annual national awards program according to Alexandrianews.org.

Temple Rodef Shalom was mentioned in a WTOP article on reported hate crimes in Fairfax, VA.

November 17 – 23

Washington Wizards point guard, John Wall, distributed 500 turkeys to Bright Beginnings families for the Thanksgiving holiday according to NBC4.

DC Central Kitchen and Food & Friends were among the nonprofits featured in a WAMU 88.5 story about volunteering during the holiday season.

Community Foundation for Northern Virginia and the Community Foundation for Loudoun and Northern Fauquier Counties awarded $125,000 to 16 Loudoun County nonprofits according to Loudoun Times-Mirror. Among the recipients was Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter, who will receive $8,500.

District Alliance for Safe Housing was among the 16 nonprofits selected to receive a Bezos 2018 Day 1 Families Fund Award according to WTOP, WJLA, and the Bezos Day One Fund. In total, 96.5 million will be awarded to the nonprofits.

Food & Friends was featured on FOX 5 DC and WTOP for their work in providing Thanksgiving meals to children and adults experiencing chronic illness.

Miriam’s Kitchen was featured in WTOP for their work in providing meals to individuals that are homeless.

October 20 – November 16

Arlington Community Foundation and Bridges to Independence are two nonprofits to receive a portion of the proceeds from the Arlington Turkey Trot 5K according to Inside NoVA.

A member of Beacon House Class of 2020, Kareem, was recently profiled by ABC7 in a “Rising Star” story focusing on his commitment to excellence and strong character.

Bright Beginnings Executive Director, Marla Dean, discussed the organization’s work supporting homeless families on NBC4 Washington’s Harris’ Hero segment.

The Washington Post kicked off the 2018 cycle of Helping Hand, an annual fundraising campaign for three charity partners: Bright Beginnings, N Street Village and So Others Might Eat. To kick-off the campaign, an N Street Village client was profiled in The Washington Post. Additionally, the Bright Beginnings fatherhood program was profiled in The Washington Post.

Capital Area Asset Builders discussed local efforts to increase affordable housing, small business growth and job skills in The Hill.

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement awarded its 2018 Phyllis Campbell Newsome Public Policy Leadership Award to Helen S. McIlvaine, Director of the Alexandria VA Office of Housing, according to the Zebra and Alexandrianews.org. Other winners included Najla Husseini, Deputy Chief, School Partnerships, DC Public Schools, Isiah “Ike” Leggett, County Executive, Montgomery County and Derrick Leon Davis, County Council Member, District 6, Prince George’s County.

In October, Consumer Action marked their 47th anniversary at their Annual Awards Reception, honoring Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, NerdWallet, a personal finance website and app that helps consumers easily make smart money moves, and Credit Builders Alliance (CBA), a national nonprofit helping nonprofit organizations move people from poverty to prosperity through credit building,

The Council for Court Excellence commented on a new facility that will house former inmates set to open next year in Washington, DC in The Washington Post.

D.C. Central Kitchen is among the nonprofits set to receive a “Where We Live” Initiative grant from Wells Fargo according to Washington Business Journal. D.C. Central Kitchen is also gearing up to host its 15th Annual Capital Food Fight according to WUSA9.

District Alliance for Safe Housing was mentioned in a Washington Post article about the lack of domestic violence policies in local government agencies.

Family and Medical Counseling Service will receive a $200,000 grant from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield to help combat substance use and addiction in Washington, DC according to the Baltimore Business Journal.

Food & Friends was featured on WJLA to discuss their 12th Annual Slice of Life Thanksgiving Pie Sale.

Veterans celebrate Veterans Day by volunteering at Miriam’s Kitchen, according to NBC4, FOX5 and WUSA. Miriam’s Kitchen art therapy approach to helping people get back on their feet was also featured on NBC Washington.

National Low Income Housing Coalition was featured in a WAMU 88.5 article on the lack of affordable housing in Washington, DC, and quoted in a Huffington Post article about the tensions between Airbnb and affordable housing advocates in large cities.

The National Press Foundation honored Capital Gazette Editor and Chief, Rick Hutzell, with the Benjamin C. Bradlee Editor of the Year according to The Baltimore Sun.

National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy discussed ways that philanthropic foundations can advance diversity and equity in the Stanford Social Innovation Review.

Partners for Livable Communities’ 49th anniversary celebration and awards banquet  honored individuals, nonprofits and communities committed to “shaping a more livable, sustainable and equitable America”.

St. Ann’s Center for Children, Youth and Families CEO, Sister Mary Bader, DC was recognized as Religious of the Year at the Fifth Annual Catholic Business Network-DC Gala. St. Ann’s was also recently awarded their second consecutive four-star rating from Charity Navigator.

Temple Rodef Shalom‘s recent immigration crisis forum was featured in WHAG.

Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community Engagement hosted Virginia Governor Ralph Northam and Attorney General Mark Herring at a forum where members shared top concerns for the state according to WTOP. Over 1200 individuals attended the event.

United Way of the National Capital Area CEO, Rosie Allen-Herring, commented on partisan gridlock on Capitol Hill and the impact it has on regional issues in The Washington Post.

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October 20 – November 16

Arlington Community Foundation and Bridges to Independence are two nonprofits to receive a portion of the proceeds from the Arlington Turkey Trot 5K according to Inside NoVA.

A member of Beacon House Class of 2020, Kareem, was recently profiled by ABC7 in a “Rising Star” story focusing on his commitment to excellence and strong character.

Bright Beginnings Executive Director, Marla Dean, discussed the organization’s work supporting homeless families on NBC4 Washington’s Harris’ Hero segment.

The Washington Post kicked off the 2018 cycle of Helping Hand, an annual fundraising campaign for three charity partners: Bright Beginnings, N Street Village and So Others Might Eat. To kick-off the campaign, an N Street Village client was profiled in The Washington Post. Additionally, the Bright Beginnings fatherhood program was profiled in The Washington Post.

Capital Area Asset Builders discussed local efforts to increase affordable housing, small business growth and job skills in The Hill.

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement awarded its 2018 Phyllis Campbell Newsome Public Policy Leadership Award to Helen S. McIlvaine, Director of the Alexandria VA Office of Housing, according to the Zebra and Alexandrianews.org. Other winners included Najla Husseini, Deputy Chief, School Partnerships, DC Public Schools, Isiah “Ike” Leggett, County Executive, Montgomery County and Derrick Leon Davis, County Council Member, District 6, Prince George’s County.

In October, Consumer Action marked their 47th anniversary at their Annual Awards Reception, honoring Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, NerdWallet, a personal finance website and app that helps consumers easily make smart money moves, and Credit Builders Alliance (CBA), a national nonprofit helping nonprofit organizations move people from poverty to prosperity through credit building,

The Council for Court Excellence commented on a new facility that will house former inmates set to open next year in Washington, DC in The Washington Post.

D.C. Central Kitchen is among the nonprofits set to receive a “Where We Live” Initiative grant from Wells Fargo according to Washington Business Journal. D.C. Central Kitchen is also gearing up to host its 15th Annual Capital Food Fight according to WUSA9.

District Alliance for Safe Housing was mentioned in a Washington Post article about the lack of domestic violence policies in local government agencies.

Family and Medical Counseling Service will receive a $200,000 grant from CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield to help combat substance use and addiction in Washington, DC according to the Baltimore Business Journal.

Food & Friends was featured on WJLA to discuss their 12th Annual Slice of Life Thanksgiving Pie Sale.

Veterans celebrate Veterans Day by volunteering at Miriam’s Kitchen, according to NBC4, FOX5 and WUSA. Miriam’s Kitchen art therapy approach to helping people get back on their feet was also featured on NBC Washington.

National Low Income Housing Coalition was featured in a WAMU 88.5 article on the lack of affordable housing in Washington, DC, and quoted in a Huffington Post article about the tensions between Airbnb and affordable housing advocates in large cities.

The National Press Foundation honored Capital Gazette Editor and Chief, Rick Hutzell, with the Benjamin C. Bradlee Editor of the Year according to The Baltimore Sun.

National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy discussed ways that philanthropic foundations can advance diversity and equity in the Stanford Social Innovation Review.

Partners for Livable Communities’ 49th anniversary celebration and awards banquet  honored individuals, nonprofits and communities committed to “shaping a more livable, sustainable and equitable America”.

St. Ann’s Center for Children, Youth and Families CEO, Sister Mary Bader, DC was recognized as Religious of the Year at the Fifth Annual Catholic Business Network-DC Gala. St. Ann’s was also recently awarded their second consecutive four-star rating from Charity Navigator.

Temple Rodef Shalom‘s recent immigration crisis forum was featured in WHAG.

Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community Engagement hosted Virginia Governor Ralph Northam and Attorney General Mark Herring at a forum where members shared top concerns for the state according to WTOP. Over 1200 individuals attended the event.

United Way of the National Capital Area CEO, Rosie Allen-Herring, commented on partisan gridlock on Capitol Hill and the impact it has on regional issues in The Washington Post.

September 29 – October 19

Arlington Community Foundation awarded their 2018 William T. Newman, Jr. “Spirit of Community” Award during their annual luncheon according to Inside NoVA. Over 275 individuals were in attendance during the event.

The Center for Black Equity hosted a number of events for this year’s Baltimore Black Pride, including a Community Gala, according to The Washington Blade.

The Center for Nonprofit Advancement held its 39th Annual Celebration on October 18, 2018 with featured guest Soledad O’Brien and a sold-out audience.

DC Vote announced they will partner with City Winery to launch a line of wines in support of D.C. statehood according to WTOP and Food & Wine Magazine.

Generation Hope founder and CEO, Nicole Lynn Lewis, was honored with the grand prize at The Roslyn S. Jaffe Awards and a $100,000 organizational grant according to Washington Life.

Loudoun Abused Women’s Shelter Executive Director, Judy Hanley, commented on the increased call volume to their sexual assault hotline following Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s testimony before the US Senate Judiciary Committee on WSET.

Miriam’s Kitchen discussed the impact that cashless WMATA buses could have on poor residents in The Washington Post.

National Low Income Housing Coalition President and CEO, Diane Yentel, commented on federal legislation proposed by US Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) aimed at helping to preserve affordable housing in Fast Company.

The National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy partnered with Stanford Social Innovation review to launch Power in Philanthropy, a new series of articles about popular concepts/topics in the field of philanthropy.

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