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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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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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Volunteers
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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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.