Friday Round-up: this week in the news

  • A shocking story – despite Florida’s laws against hate crimes targeting people who are homeless, some individuals are cruelly taken advantage of when they are most vulnerable: http://bit.ly/g0TBWr
  • Did you catch yesterday’s story in the Washington Post? http://wapo.st/dG4BPJ The latest survey of D.C. shows that homelessness is still on the rise
  • In recognition of Equal Pay Day, these myths about the pay gap between men and women may surprise you: http://wapo.st/evM1kJ
  • Today closes out National Volunteer Week. If you are interested in volunteering with Calvary Women’s Services, contact Catherine cbisson@calvaryservices.org to get started!

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May 11, 2026

Over $620,000 Raised at Calvary Women’s Ser…

Media Contact: Lauren Etti Communications Manager Calvary Women’s Services letti@calvaryservices.org (202) 678-2341  WASHINGTON, DC, May 8, 2026 –  On April 16, hundreds gathered for the 202…
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This Women’s History Month, we sat down with Caitlin, a long-time volunteer and chair of the 2026 Hope Gala Host Committee, to learn why Calvary Women’s Services holds such a special place in her…
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Women Leading Change at Calvary: Jas Shackelf…

1. What is your role at Calvary? “Program Manager at New Foundations.” 2. What does Women’s History Month mean to you in your work at Calvary? “It means celebrating and honoring th…