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Community Preservation and Development Corporation
Works to create and preserve financially sound, socially responsible affordable housing for low and moderate income individuals and families and to develop community service programs that strengthen communities. Includes program overviews.
http://www.cpdc.org/ |
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Conquest Offender Reintegration Ministries
Dedicated to helping ex-offenders avoid repeated criminal offenses by providing support services needed to reintegrate into society. Features news, programs, services, volunteer opportunities, FAQ and employment opportunities.
http://www.conquesthouse.org/ |
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Cornerstone
Finances safe, affordable, and dignified housing for people recovering from mental illness. Features recent projects, application process, sponsors and contact information.
http://www.cornerstonedc.org/ |
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DC Agenda
Nonprofit civic group acts in partnership with existing DC organizations and institutions to help fill gaps in expertise and resources, foster consensus solutions and plan strategies. Features programs, services, publications and volunteer opportunities.
http://www.dcagenda.org/ |
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DC Central Kitchen
Community kitchen engaged in food recycling and meal distribution programs. Features outreach programs, volunteer opportunities, publications and employment opportunities.
http://www.dccentralkitchen.org/ |
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DC Geeks
Message board for area geeks to connect, chat and discuss technical issues.
http://www.dc-geeks.org |
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DC Habitat for Humanity
Works to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness by building affordable, energy efficient homes. Features volunteer opportunities, news, homeowner criteria and employment opportunities.
http://www.dchabitat.org/ |
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DC Metro Area Ghost Watchers
Investigates ghosts and hauntings. Features news, events, experiments, photo albums and a message board. [English, Spanish]
http://www.dchauntings.com/ |
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DC Rape Crisis Center
Provides counseling and support services for victims of rape and incest, as well as community education programs. Includes self-defense tips and other information.
http://www.dcrcc.org/ |
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DC Society of Young Professionals
Social and networking group organizes social, recreational, cultural, and educational activities for members. Includes group information, free membership registration, calendar of events, ticket ordering, and photos of events.
http://www.dcyoungpro.com |
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District of Columbia Daughters of the American Revolution
Descendants of individuals who aided in achieving American independence who are engaged in historic preservation and promotion of education and patriotic endeavors. Features membership information, events and projects.
http://dcdar.org/ |
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Downtown Cluster of Congregations
Ecumenical coalition of churches provides social services, including referrals and assistance to the homeless, a day care center for disabled seniors, and low-income housing loans. Features congregations and contact information.
http://www.downtowncluster.org/ |
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Federal City Council
Works to improve the city by focusing the creative and administrative talents of its members on major problems and opportunities. Features projects, news and members.
http://www.federalcitycouncil.org/ |
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Friendship House
Founded in 1904 as a settlement house in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, today it provides a variety of social services for children, youth, adults and seniors. Includes program information and history.
http://www.friendshiphouse.net/ |
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Georgetown Ministry Center
Offers emergency services for homeless men and women. Includes programs, staff profiles, resources for the homeless, volunteer opportunities and a newsletter.
http://www.gmcgt.org/ |
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Goodwill Greater Washington
Services include thrift stores, job training programs, contract services with government and industry, and special events.
http://www.dcgoodwill.org/ |
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Greater DC Cares
Connects individual, family and business volunteers with community service groups. Features news and events.
http://www.dc-cares.org/ |
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Greater Washington Urban League
Works to increase the economic and political empowerment of African Americans and other minorities and to help all Americans share equally in the responsibilities and rewards of full citizenship. Features programs, community outreach projects, events and news.
http://www.gwul.org/ |
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GreenHome
Dedicated to demonstrating and promoting affordable, sustainable design, construction, and landscape practices for homes and communities. Features programs, volunteer opportunities and events.
http://greenhome.org/ |
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