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Feb 10, 2023

There’s A Vigil Tonight In Honor Of Earthquake Victims In Turkey And Syria

Plus four other ways you can help.

Nov 19, 2020

D.C. Nonprofits, Already Strained, Are Bracing For Less Bountiful Holiday Season

December typically brings in a substantial portion of nonprofit revenue.

Mar 17, 2020

More Than Two Dozen Ways To Help Fight Coronavirus Impacts In The D.C. Area (Besides Washing Your Hands)

Donate to nonprofit food providers and buy gift cards from local restaurants, among other actions.

Nov 21, 2016

Here’s Where You Can Donate Winter Clothing In D.C. And Beyond

Several places are currently helping those in need by accepting and distributing winter coats, accessories, and more.

Nov 17, 2014

Giving Back: Thanksgiving Volunteer And Donation Opportunities

Including packing meals, giving money and running for a good cause.

Nov 13, 2013

Gray Encourages D.C. Residents To Donate To Philippines Relief

“Unfortunately, we are bearing witness to another historic tragedy in the Philippines, which has suffered from disastrous typhoons and storms in recent years,” Gray said in a release.

Sep 27, 2013

Over 150 D.C. Teachers Are Looking Online for Classroom Donations

On the site Donors Choose, 151 D.C. teachers are currently requesting donations for everything from stethoscopes to books to a Wolf Trap “teaching artist.” The majority of the current requests are made in the Math and Science category

Feb 22, 2013

Winter Pledge Week: Grading WAMU’s Donation Gifts

It’s that time again! Since Sunday, local public radio station WAMU has been in fundraising mode. So, how good is the swag?

Oct 31, 2012

Libertarian Challenger Wants Norton to Return Donations From Controversial D.C. Figure

Libertarian Party challenger Bruce Majors wants D.C. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton to return $50,000 in donations she received from controversial businessman Jeffrey Thompson.

Aug 28, 2012

Gray and Nathan Introduce Campaign Finance Reform Bill

Mayor Vince Gray and D.C. Attorney General Irv Nathan introduced today new legislation they hope will bring a new sheen of legitimacy to a local political scene often confounded by scandal-laden campaigns.

 
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