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Community
CELEBRATING COMMITMENT TO VULNERABLE FAMILIES
The Neighbors First Families team recently gathered for an emotionally charged holiday celebration, marking another year of unwavering dedication to supporting vulnerable and homeless families in Washington, D.C. Under the…
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Community
Meet Andre Brinson
Andre Brinson is familiar with the streets of DC, and the challenges they present. Born in Southeast, in the projects, he grew up in an area permeated with drugs and…
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Community
Give a little warmth & joy this year
As the winter chill settles in and the holiday season approaches, many of us eagerly anticipate cozy moments with friends and family. However, for individuals experiencing homelessness, this time of…
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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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Stories
Meet Kimberly Stewart
Kimberly Stewart was in desperate circumstances. She was fleeing domestic violence, and she knew she had to get herself and her three-year-old son to safety. Fortunately, she had the team…
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Our Blog
Your Donation Helps End Homelessness!
Your support for Friendship Place has a lasting impact. In 2023, our programs ended or prevented homelessness for 4,993 people, including 1,507 children in families and 670 veterans. We empowered 167 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.