If you’re a regular reader of the blog, then you may already know that our program chef, Lorna’s tasty, delicious dinners have earned kudos and raves from staff, volunteers, and residents alike. She told me recently that she’s even had…

Earth Day is just around the corner, and at Calvary Women’s Services, we’re going green! When we moved into our home at Good Hope Road, we realized that our new backyard held enormous potential, and re-imagined the space as the Good Hope…

“Nearly 23 million Americans live with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or major depressive disorder, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Very few of these men and women are potential mass-murderers; they need help for their own we…

Last Saturday, we wrapped up National Volunteer Week with a creative flourish at our Paint and Sip volunteer appreciation event!  For the uninitiated, paint and sip is a new way to learn to paint in a social environment, with tasty beverages and sna…

“Of the ten programs DCSEU runs, five are specifically aimed at affordable housing in the low-income community.” What do solar panels have to do with affordable housing? A lot. (Elevation DC) “Among the many provisions in the bill is one that w…

Tricia, Twana, and Ethelene make up the “Feed the Need”  trio. Years ago, they were connected to Calvary through their church, and they’ve been a steady presence on site since then. This generous trio of friends now come to Calvary twice…

It’s National Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we at Calvary Women’s Services join the rest of the country in commending volunteers for the vast impact they have in their community by sharing their time and talent. Calvary’s dedicated team of v…

Thirteen years ago, Calvary Women’s Services created the Hope Awards to recognize individuals who offer hope, inspiration and empowerment to women in need. Past Hope Awards have honored women like NPR’s Diane Rehm,  entrepreneur and philanthropi…

On Wednesday, May 14th, business and community leaders will join Calvary Women’s Services as Ms. Judy Smith is recognized with the Hope Award at Calvary’s 13th Annual Hope Awards Dinner. Ms. Smith is the founder and President of Smith &am…

“The affordable housing proposal also includes a $1 million increase in the home purchase assistance program, $300,000 for a Ward 7 and 8 homeownership campaign and a $250,000 increase to the Office of the Tenant Advocate’s emergency housing…