Not only is homelessness growing in the District, but poverty is also rising in local suburbs: http://wapo.st/OWlgP5 “Every citizen of the United States is presumed to have the right to vote; however, not having a permanent address interferes with…

Chef Mike Friedman with host Kymber Messersmith On Sunday, Chefs Justin Bates of Sugo and Mike Friedman of The Red Hen (opening soon in Bloomingdale!) battled in a fierce culinary showdown at the 2nd Annual Iron Chef Calvary. Each chef, along with th…

A look at the impact of government programs on poverty rates: http://wapo.st/QYSCmk “I was embarrassed. I was 14, and I was homeless.” – one student’s story about being homeless in high school: http://n.pr/TdE97y Mental health budget cuts ac…

On Sunday, September 23rd, some of the hottest local chefs, restaurateurs, and foodies will gather in Alexandria to take part in an “Iron Chef”-style competition to benefit Calvary Women’s Services, a local nonprofit. At this year’s Iron Chef…

Homelessness in DC is growing. You can help make a difference. Bring your friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers, and in just one morning, you can make a real impact on the lives of women who are homeless in Washington, D.C. at Calvary’s “Help…

We’re excited to announce that the WHF Foundation awarded Calvary and five other DC-metro area non-profits a community partnership grant. http://bit.ly/TO5paq Here’s a neat story about the vibrant, growing arts community in our new neighborhood:…

New York Times photography piece on homeless youths: http://nyti.ms/QiMQti Following the 2012 presidential race? Here’s a look at how Obama and Romney stack up when it comes to nonprofits. “D.C.’s child poverty rate is well above the natio…

“A new study finds social media like Twitter and Facebook tear down economic and geographic barriers to help homeless people connect to their families and support networks.” http://wapo.st/NxaCO1 More on the challenges of students who are return…

The Iron Chef Calvary competition is back! You can support Calvary Women’s Services while chowing down on delicious culinary creations and mingling with some of the DC’s most popular restaurateurs and foodies. This one-of-a-kind Calvary event com…

NPR takes a look at the mental illness stigma in African-American communities: http://n.pr/PArc1u Here’s a neat report on charitable giving: http://philanthropy.com/section/How-America-Gives/621/. Plus, a look at how D.C. gives: http://bit.ly/RG4p…