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President's Blog
In Remembrance of Joyce Washington
Dear Friendship Place Community, It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of a truly remarkable soul, our dear friend and dedicated staff member, Joyce Washington. As we mourn her…
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Volunteers
Donate to our Program Donation Drive!
Friendship Place’s Program Donation Drive is now live! Here are a list of items we need! La Casa Drop-In Welcome Center Valley Place The Brooks To coordinate a donation drop-off…
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Volunteers
How to Start Your Donation Drive
Friendship Place’s Program Donation Drive is live! And we need your help. Creating your own canned food, toy, or meal drive can be a rewarding way to give back to…
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Stories
Celebrating our participant’s achievement of 2 years of sobriety!
La Casa is proud to present a special recognition to Mr. JOSE (Fictitious name) for his remarkable dedication and strength in maintaining sobriety from alcohol for two consecutive years. This…
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Community
Supporting the Unhoused Community During Summer
As the summer sun casts its warm glow upon us, many of us eagerly anticipate vacations, outdoor gatherings, and leisurely activities. However, amidst the cheerful vibes, it’s vital that we…
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Friendship Action Network
You helped build a better Budget! Thank you!
We at Friendship Place are grateful to everyone who wrote, called and protested the FY ’24 Budget with us! The Council HEARD YOU and responded with BIG improvements to the…
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Uncategorized
The Brooks Homework Club: Reflections
Volunteering at The Brooks by Abigail Porter I loved being a volunteer at the Brooks Homework Club this past year. Every week I looked forward to seeing the children who…
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President's Blog
Friendship Place has been selected as a 2023 TD Charitable Foundation Housing for Everyone Grant winner
Friendship Place has been selected as a 2023 TD Charitable Foundation Housing for Everyone Grant winner. This grant recognizes Friendship Place’s exceptional work towards creating affordable housing and supporting the…
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Community
Winners from Friendship Place’s Black History Month Arts Contest!
We are so impressed with all the beautiful art submissions for this year’s Black History Month Arts Contest! Participants from Valley Place submitted their designs for a chance to win…
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Uncategorized
Washington’s Most Notable Black Figures
February is black history month February is Black History Month – a great time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of African Americans, and recognize the immense impact people of…
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Author: Julyann Moon
Your Donation Helps End Homelessness!
Your support for Friendship Place has a lasting impact. In 2022, our programs ended or prevented homelessness for 4,497 people, including 600 children in families and 750 veterans. We empowered 136 people experiencing or at risk of homelessness to get jobs through innovative, state-of-the-art job placement services. Make a donation today in support of our work to end homelessness. Questions? Please feel free to call our fundraising office, 202.957.7834.