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This holiday season, 600 simple wishes have the power to make a lasting difference.

For approximately 600 children and teens served by Friendship Place here in Washington, DC, the holidays are an opportunity to experience something every child deserves: the joy of being remembered, the excitement of receiving something special, and the reassurance that someone cares.

For many children and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability, the holidays can bring additional challenges. While other children may look forward to presents under the tree, parents and caregivers may be focused on meeting basic needs and finding stability for their families.

That’s where 600 DC Wishes comes in.

600 Wishes. 600 Reasons to Make a Difference.

Every child has a wish. It might be a favorite toy, a book, a cozy sweatshirt, an art set, or something they’ve been hoping for all year.

Individually, these wishes may seem small. But to a child, they can mean so much more.

A thoughtful gift sends a powerful message: You are seen. You are valued. You matter.

Through 600 DC Wishes, Friendship Place is inviting our community to come together and make the holiday season brighter for approximately 600 children and teens connected to the organization’s programs.

You may never meet the child whose wish you fulfill. You may never see their smile when they unwrap their gift or hear the excitement in their voice. But they will know that someone, somewhere, cared enough to make their wish come true.

And sometimes, that feeling is the greatest gift of all.

Make It a December to Remember

This December, let’s remind 600 children and teens that they matter.

600 DC Wishes. 600 chances to show a child they are remembered.

🎁 Choose a wish today:

Let’s make this holiday season one filled with joy, generosity, and the reminder that every child deserves to feel remembered. 💙