Grantees in the News
- Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Catalogue for Philanthropy Announces Class of 2011-12
The review process is complete, and production is now getting underway for the 2011-12 Catalogue. Read about which groups will be in the print Catalogue and which groups have been "re-certified" to remain on the web. Congratulations to all! Read more - Friday, February 4, 2011
CentroNia's Beatriz BB Otero Appointed Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services by DC Mayor Vincent Gray
Beatriz "BB" Otero, founder and chief executive of CentroNia, a multicultural learning center in Columbia Heights, will oversee a cluster of city agencies as the new deputy mayor for health and human services, according to two sources with knowledge of the appointment. Read more - Wednesday, January 5, 2011
DC Vote's Ilir Zherka comments on Congress' act to revoke DC's vote in the Committee of the Whole House
Congress Adds Insult to Injury, Revoking DC's vote in Committee of the Whole, Says DC Vote Read more - Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Capital Area Food Bank received a more than $140,000 donation from Giant Food
Giant Food Announces Results of Recent Drives to Support Food Banks Read more - Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Grantees Recognized at White House Awards CeremonyMeyer grantees Young Playwrights' Theater and Mentors of Minorities in Education Inc. were among 15 organizations from across the country to receive the 2010 National Arts and Humanities Youth Programs Awards (NAHYP) from the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities. The awards, which include a $10,000 grant, were presented by First Lady Michelle Obama at a ceremony in the East Room of the White House on October 20.
Formerly known as the Coming Up Taller Awards, the NAHYP Awards recognize and support outstanding community arts and humanities programs that celebrate the creativity of young people while cultivating their academic skills, and have a dramatic impact on their communities. Learn more.
Read more - Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Joe's Movement Emporium's Anniversary Gala Featured in City Paper and Gazette
About 200 people attended Joe's Movement Emporium's 15th anniversary gala, where they saw performances by Balinese dancers, African drummers, and modern dancers, and sampled food from local restaurants. Read more - Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Brainfood Helps First Family at White House Halloween
Three Brainfood students were invited to help the White House pastry kitchen prepare treat bags for the 3,000 trick-or-treaters that visited the White House on Halloween. Read more - Tuesday, August 3, 2010
CASA de Maryland featured in Voice of America story
Voice of America featured CASA de Maryland in a story about training women for the construction trades to build self esteem and better-paying careers. Read more - Friday, July 30, 2010
Computer C.O.R.E. Featured on WUSA9's Friday's Heroes
Computer C.O.R.E. was featured on WUSA9 in the segment called, "Friday's Heroes." Read more - Monday, July 26, 2010
WAMU Story on Unemployment and Ward 8 Features Southeast MinistrySoutheast Ministry's staff members were interviewed for a story about the difficulty their clients are having finding work in this economy.
Read more - Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Sitar Arts Center Featured in NEA Arts Magazine
Sitar Arts Center, a Meyer grantee, was the subject of a profile in NEA Arts, the quarterly magazine of the National Endowment for the Arts. The article featured First Lady Michelle Obama's trip to paint a mural with Sitar students as well as the overall work of the center. Read more - Thursday, July 1, 2010
Meyer Grantees Quoted in Washington Post
Meyer grantees DC Scores, Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers, and the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region were mentioned in a Washington Post article about a downturn in grantmaking based on a new report from WRAG. Read more - Thursday, July 1, 2010
Exponent Awardee Profiled on Vanderbilt University Website
The Peabody Reflector, the official newsletter of Peabody College at Vanderbilt University, published a profile of Exponent Award winner Ana Lopez. She said her Vanderbilt experience provided good training for her work as the CEO of Community Bridges. Read more - Monday, June 28, 2010
Exponent Alum Named one of DC's Top Female Lawyers
Judith Sandalow, executive director of Meyer grantee Children's Law Center, was selected by The National Law Journal as one of Washington's Most Influential Women Lawyers. The journal's profile of Sandalow commends her for being "a leading voice for children in the District of Columbia." Read more - Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Meyer Grantee Speaks on WAMU
Manuel Ochoa, Regional Director of Homeownership for Latino Economic Development Corporation, a Meyer grantee, spoke on WAMU radio about the need for reform of the foreclosure process. Ochoa argued that federal foreclosure reduction programs must focus more on principal reduction. He shared the story of Jose Ugarte, an LEDC client and Silver Spring resident. Read more - Monday, June 21, 2010
Life Pieces to Masterpieces Students Visit the White House
Six students from Life Pieces to Masterpieces, a Meyer grantee that serves African-American boys in Washington, visited the White House to hear President Obama's speech on Fatherlessness in America. Read more - Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Meyer Grantee Quoted in Washington Post
Kelly Sweeney McShane, executive director of Meyer grantee Community of Hope and an Exponent Award winner, was quoted in a Washington Post story about an increase in the number of volunteers nationwide. Community of Hope has more volunteers than staff members. Read more - Friday, June 11, 2010
Exponent Awardee Featured in UDC Law School Newsletter
Jonathan Smith, a 2009 Exponent Award winner, was featured in the online newsletter of the University of the District of Columbia Law School, from which he graduated in 1984. Read more - Thursday, May 20, 2010
Meyer Grantee's Work Featured in Chronicle of Philanthropy
The Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington's Future Executive Director Fellowship, of which Meyer is a major funder, was the subject of an article in The Chronicle of Philanthropy. The article discusses how the fellowship grew out of Meyer's 2008 report "Ready to Lead?" and quotes Meyer program director Rick Moyers talking about the importance of developing young nonprofit leaders. Read more - Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Three Meyer Grantees Send Representatives to State Dinner
The Washington Post reported on the White House state dinner invitations sent to three executive directors of Meyer grantee organizations. Maria Gomez of Mary's Center, Lindsey Buss of Martha's Table, and Scott Schenkelberg of Miriam's Kitchen were invited to the event as personal guests of First Lady Michelle Obama. Mrs. Obama has volunteered at all three organizations. Read more - Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Meyer Grantee Awarded LEED Gold Status
The Arlington Free Clinic has become the first free health care provider in the country to be awarded the prestigious LEED Gold certification for sustainable building and design. The certification was awarded to the Free Clinic's new building, to which Meyer was a major donor. Nancy Sanger Pallesen, the clinic's executive director, said the group's new green building is more efficient, allowing the staff to dedicate more of its revenue directly to patient care. Read more - Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Meyer Grantee Gives Commentary on WAMU Radio
Judith Sandalow, executive director of Meyer grantee Children's Law Center, delivered a first-person commentary on the need for the District government to do more to prevent child abuse. In the piece, Sandalow criticized Mayor Adrian Fenty for his proposed budget cuts targeting programs that help children and for not taking enough additional measures. Read more - Thursday, May 6, 2010
Meyer Grantee Announces Plan to Reopen Legal Clinic
A Washington Post article broke the news that $62,000 from a Maryland state lawsuit over excessive cell phone late fees will help Community Legal Services of Prince George's County, a Meyer grantee, reopen a legal clinic in the southern part of the county. Executive Director Neal Conway is quoted in the article. Read more - Thursday, April 29, 2010
Bread for the City Executive Director Quoted in Washington Post
George Jones, executive director of Meyer grantee Bread for the City, was quoted in a Washington Post article about the possibility of a tax increase in D.C. Jones spoke in support of raising taxes on the city's wealthiest residents in order to fund social services for the neediest. The proposal created by the Fair Budget Coalition, a group that includes many Meyer grantees. Read more - Thursday, April 29, 2010
Michelle Obama Paints Mural With Meyer Grantee Organizations
First Lady Michelle Obama joined students from Sitar Arts Center and Higher Achievement, both Meyer grantees, to paint a mural at the Marie H. Reed Community Learning Center in Adams Morgan. A group of Congressional spouses also helped create the mural, which features butterflies and flowers. Pictures from the day can be seen on Sitar Arts Center's Flickr page. Read more - Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Kojo Nnamdi Show Interviews Meyer Grantees
A Kojo Nnamdi Show segment on HIV and AIDS in the Washington suburbs featured a panel discussion involving the executive directors of Meyer grantees La Clinica del Pueblo and the Washington AIDS Partnership. The discussion stemmed from a new report commissioned and funded by the Washington AIDS Partnership. Read more - Monday, April 26, 2010
With Meyer's Help, Georgetown Class Makes Grants of Their Own
An article on Georgetown University's website featured the work of students in a class called "Philanthropy and Social Change." Using grants from the Meyer Foundation and two other foundations, the students learned about the grantmaking process and awarded their own grants to local nonprofits. The students awarded grants to two Meyer grantees, the Center for Inspired Teaching and Young Playwrights' Theater. Read more - Thursday, April 22, 2010
Meyer Grantee Cited in Washington Business Journal Article
Latino Economic Development Corporation, a Meyer grantee, was featured in an article about the struggles of community development financial institutions. The development corporation is facing a loss of funding from Montgomery County and is examining strategies to bring in new revenue. Atlas Performing Arts Center, also a Meyer grantee, was also mentioned in the article. Read more - Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Joy of Motion Featured on Fox 5 News
Fox 5 News profiled Meyer grantee Joy of Motion in a segment about National Dance Week. Executive Director Doug Yeuell demonstrated dance moves with students at the Atlas Performance Arts Center. Read more - Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Meyer Grantee Quoted on DC Voting Rights
The Washington Post quoted Ilir Zherka, executive director of DC Vote, in an article about the revival of the D.C. Voting Rights bill in Congress. Zherka is a former Exponent Award winner. Read more - Monday, April 12, 2010
Exponent Award Winner Featured in Dickinson Alumni Magazine
David Andrew Snider, CEO and artistic director of Young Playwrights' Theater, was profiled in the alumni magazine for Dickinson College, his alma mater. The article focuses on Snider's work at YPT as well as his 2009 Exponent Award grant. Read more - Friday, April 2, 2010
Martha's Table Featured in El Tiempo Latino
El Tiempo Latino, one of the Washington region's Spanish-language newspapers, featured Martha's Table's work among Hispanic communities in the city. About 30 percent of the group's staff members are Hispanic. The story is written in Spanish; for an English translation click here. Read more - Sunday, March 28, 2010
Center for Inspired Teaching Featured in Washington Post
Washington Post editor Marc Fisher wrote a first-person piece about his time on a Center for Inspired Teaching panel aimed at finding promising teachers for a fellowship. Read more - Thursday, March 25, 2010
Children's Law Center Director Interviewed on Fox 5 News
Judith Sandalow, executive director of the Children's Law Center, was interviewed on the 10 p.m. news on March 25 as part of a story about the rising poverty rate in Washington. The story focused on how children are affected by increasing poverty. Read more - Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Meyer Grantee Testifies to Senate Panel About D.C. Child Welfare
On March 16, Judith Sandalow, executive director of Children's Law Center, testified to a Senate subcommittee about the need to improve the District's child welfare system. Sandalow told the panel, chaired by Hawaii Sen. Daniel Akaka problems with the system mean that "too little abuse and neglect is prevented, too many removal decisions are made poorly, too few foster children live with kin, the placement array for children in foster care is limited, efforts to ensure children’s well-being while in care are too weak, and permanency occurs too infrequently." Read more - Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Several Meyer Grantees Featured in Washington Post
Meyer grantees Casa of Maryland, Legal Aid Justice Center, D.C. Employment Justice Center and Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs were included in a front-page Washington Post article about groups working to ensure that workers, especially immigrants, receive fair wages. Read more - Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Prince George's Child Resource Center Featured in Philanthropy Journal
Marti Worshtil, executive director of the Prince George's Child Resource Center, was quoted in a Philanthropy Journal article about the need for comprehensive risk assessments to determine a nonprofit's fiscal stability. The Prince George's Child Resource Center risk assessment grew out of a grant from Meyer's Management Assistance Program. Read more - Friday, March 12, 2010
Meyer Grantee Receives Share of Obama's Nobel Prize Winnings
College Summit, which helps low-income high school students get to college, received $125,000 from President Obama's Nobel Peace Prize winnings. The group was one of 10 organizations, most involved in education, to receive donations from Obama's $1.4 million winnings. Read more - Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Young Playwrights' Theater Featured in Washington Post
The Young Playwrights' Theater -- a Meyer grantee whose CEO, David Andrew Snider, is a 2009 Exponent Award winner -- was the subject of a Washington Post story about budding playwrights tackling the tricky subject of gentrification in their Columbia Heights neighborhood. The students produced a show called "The Heights of Change: How Can Theater Help Us Bridge the Gentrification Gap?" at the GALA Hispanic Theater. Read more - Thursday, February 18, 2010
Montgomery County Gazette Article Mentions CASA de Maryland
A Gazette article about efforts to make sure Latinos are counted in the 2010 Census discussed CASA de Maryland's outreach efforts Read more - Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Martha's Table Chef Profiled in Washington Post
Demitrios Recachinas, a former restaurant chef turned food program manager at Martha's Table, was featured on the front page of the Food section in The Washington Post. The story chronicles Recachinas's work to incorporate more fresh ingredients in Martha's Table's meals and includes a recipe for his famous meatloaf. Read more - Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Two Meyer Grantees Featured on Kojo Nnamdi Show
Kojo Nnamdi interviewed the executive directors from Meyer grantees Miriam's Kitchen and Food and Friends for a segment about how nonprofit food programs adapted to the recent snowstorms to ensure their vulnerable clients got enough to eat. Read more - Thursday, February 4, 2010
Meyer Grantee Featured in Washington Business Journal
The Washington Business Journal quoted Emily Appel, savings program director for Capital Area Asset Builders, in a story about a new city program designed to encourage financial literacy and saving. Read more - Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Post Article on Anacostia River Cleanup Features Meyer Grantee
A Washington Post story about the past successes and future challenges for Anacostia River cleanup efforts featured the work of the Anacostia Watershed Society. Read more - Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Washington Post Mentions Meyer Grantee's New Venture
An entry on The Washington Post's blog about Washington's public school system mentioned the Center for Inspired Teaching's recent application to open a charter school. The school would pair teachers-in-training with veterans, according to Julie Sweetland, director of research, teaching and learning at the Center for Inspired Teaching. Read more - Friday, December 18, 2009
Meyer Foundation Grantees Mentioned in Washingtonian Article on Giving
A Washingtonian article on seasonal giving mentioned several Meyer Foundation grantees. Read more - Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Post Article on Volunteerism Mentions Meyer Grantees
A Washington Post column on volunteerismin the D.C. region mentioned Meyer grantees So Others Might Eat and Greater D.C. Cares. Read more - Sunday, November 22, 2009
Meyer Grantees Featured in Washington Post
The Washington Post mentioned Meyer grantees Martha's Table, the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, the Brookings Institution, the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington, the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, and Goodwill of Greater Washington in an article on nonprofits and the economy. Read more - Saturday, November 21, 2009
Irish Times Features Community of Hope
Meyer grantee Community of Hope was featured in an Irish Times story on homelessness in America. Read more - Friday, November 20, 2009
Metro Connection Speaks with Exponent Award Recipients
A story on WAMU's Metro Connection about nonprofits and the economy featured 2009 Exponent Award recipients Lindsey Buss, president and CEO of Martha's Table, and Jonathan Smith, executive director of the Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia. Meyer Foundation President Julie Rogers also was interviewed for the report. Read more - Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Exponent Award Recipient Interviewed for Fox 5 Story on Homelessness
A Fox 5 feature on District homelessness featured a day-in-the life story of one Community of Hope resident and spoke with Executive Director Kelly Sweeny McShane, a 2009 Meyer Foundation Exponent Award Recipient. Read more - Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Arlington Free Clinic Facility Receives Design Awards
Arlington Free Clinic has received four prestigious design awards for its new facility, which fosters a healthy environment for patients and staff, while also reducing energy use. Read more - Monday, November 9, 2009
WAMU Mentions Bread for the City
WAMU 88.5 FM mentioned Meyer grantee Bread for the City in a review of the nonprofit's Glean for the City program, which partners with local farmers to collect excess fruit and vegetable crops. Read more - Monday, November 9, 2009
Wall Street Journal Article on Donor-Advised Funds Mentions Council on Foundations
Steve Gunderson, president and chief executive of the Council on Foundations, spoke to the Wall Street Journal on the topic of private foundations versus donor-advised funds. Read more - Sunday, November 8, 2009
D.C. Central Kitchen Mentioned in Chicago Sun Times
A Chicago Sun Times article and interview with Chef Sam Kass mentioned his food policy work in D.C., which included a meeting with Meyer grantee D.C. Central Kitchen. Read more - Thursday, November 5, 2009
Center for Budget and Policy Priorities Cited in New York Times
Meyer grantee the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities was mentioned in a New York Times artcile on jobless and home-buying aid. Read more - Thursday, November 5, 2009
Post Covers Foundation Center's Survey of Foundation Giving
The Washington Post covered a report on foundation giving released by Meyer grantee the Foundation Center. Read more - Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Sitar Center Receives Coming Up Taller Award
Meyer grantee Sitar Arts Center, a multi-disciplinary arts center for children and youth in Washington, D.C.’s at-risk communities, has been nationally recognized as a 2009 Coming Up Taller award winner by the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities. Read more - Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Exponent Recipient Ana Lopez Featured in D.C. Charity Examiner
Ana Lopez, 2009 Meyer Exponent Award recipient and executive director of Community Bridges, was featured in a D.C. Charity Examiner article about Chipazo, the nonprofit's fall celebration. Read more - Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Meyer Grantee Receives EXCEL Award, Gazette ReportsManuel Hidalgo, executive director of the Latino Economic Development Corporation, a Meyer grantee, received the 2009 EXCEL Award, administered by the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, also a Meyer grantee, Maryland's Gazette reports. The report also mentioned grantees CASA of Maryland and the Latin American Youth Center.
Read more - Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Drug Policy Alliance Mentioned in CBS Report
Ethan Nadelmann, founder and executive director of Meyer grantee the Drug Policy Alliance, spoke to CBS for a report on drug policy revisions. Read more - Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Emmaus Services for the Aging Mentioned in Washington Times Article on Web Usage and Seniors
A Washington Times article on the use of the Internet to help fight depression among senior citizens mentioned Meyer grantee Emmaus Services for the Aging. Read more - Monday, November 2, 2009
Food Research and Action Center Mentioned in USA Today
A USA Today article on a new report about children living in food stamp-receiving households mentioned Meyer grantee the Food Research and Action Center. Read more - Saturday, October 31, 2009
Brainfood Returns to White House
Meyer grantee Brainfood returned to the White House on October 31st to help the White House Kitchen throw a Halloween party for the President and First Lady's guests, including military families and White House and Residence Staff children. Read more - Thursday, October 29, 2009
CityDance Ensemble Mentioned in The Washington Times
The Washington Times featured Meyer grantee CityDance Ensemble in an article about the group's international partnerships and and performances. Read more - Wednesday, October 28, 2009
D.C. Employment Justice Center Mentioned on CNN.com
Meyer grantee the D.C. Employment Justice Center was mentioned in a CNN article on immigrants struggling to receive unpaid wages. Read more - Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Meyer Grantees Receive Bank of America Funds, Post Reports
Meyer grantees CASA of Maryland and Manna, Inc., will each receive a $200,000 grant from Bank of America, The Washington Post reports. Read more - Monday, October 26, 2009
Imagination Stage Gift Reported in Washington Business Journal
Meyer grantee Imagination Stage received it's largest donation to date, $2.5 million gift from donors Jim and Carol Trawick. Read more - Sunday, October 25, 2009
D.C. Scores Mentioned in Post Article About Funding Cuts for School Sports
Amy Nakamoto, executive director of Meyer grantee D.C. Scores, spoke to the Washington Post about funding cuts for school sports. Read more - Saturday, October 24, 2009
Atlas Center Mentioned in Post Article on H Street Development
Meyer grantee Atlas Performing Arts Center was featured in a Washington Post article about the development of H Street in northeast Washington, D.C., and its surrounding neighborhood. Read more - Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Meyer Grantees Nominated for ABBIES Awards, Sun Gazette Reports
Meyer grantees Arlington Arts Center, Bowen McCauley Dance, and Signature Theatre, were among nominees for the 2009 Arlington’s Best Business (ABBIES) Awards, the Sun Gazette reports. Read more - Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Enterprise Community Partners Featured on L.A. Times Blog
The L.A. Times blog, L.A. Land, mentioned Meyer grantee Enterprise Community Partners and its pledge to raise $4 billion for green low-income housing nationwide. Read more - Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Stone Soup Films Features Meyer Grantees
Stone Soup Films, a nonprofit that makes free funding and promotional films for worthy organizations in Washington, D.C., featured videos of Meyer grantees Bread for the City and Life Pieces to Masterpieces on its website. Read more - Monday, October 19, 2009
GW Hatchet Features Bread for the City
The George Washington University's Hatchet newspaper featured an article about GW medical students who are working with Meyer grantee Bread for the City. Read more - Friday, October 16, 2009
Alexandria Times Features Alexandria Community Trust
The Alexandria Times featured an article about Sharon Block, who was recently appointed as development director for Alexandria Community Trust. Read more - Friday, October 16, 2009
D.C. Voice and D.C. Action for Children Mentioned in City Paper Article on Education
Meyer grantees D.C. Action for Children and D.C. Voice were mentioned in a Washington City Paper article on staff cuts in D.C. public schools. Read more - Thursday, October 15, 2009
Washington Jewish Week Interviews Center for Inspired Teaching Director
Washington Jewish Week featued an article about the Center for Inspired Teaching, a Meyer grantee, and interviewed center Executive Director Aleta Margolis. Read more - Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Community of Hope Residents Featured in Post Digital Story
The Washington Post featured Meyer grantee Community of Hope in a digital story about residents in the nonprofit's transitional housing facility in D.C. Read more - Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Washington Business Journal Reports on Arlington Free Clinic Award
The Washington Business Journal named Meyer grantee, the Arlington Free Clinic, the 2009 recipient of the Green Building Award for design. Read more - Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Alexandria Neighborhood Health Services Mentioned in Alexandria Times
The Alexandria Times mentioned Meyer grantee Alexandria Neighborhood Health Services in an article about options for the city’s uninsured and underinsured population. The article was part of the Times' ongoing Health Care Alexandria series. Read more - Monday, October 5, 2009
Post Features Exponent Award-Winning Grantees
The Washington Post mentioned Meyer grantees Community Bridges, Community of Hope, Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia, Martha's Table, and Young Playwrights' Theater, whose directors were selected to receive the foundation's 2009 Exponent Awards. Read more - Monday, October 5, 2009
Grantmakers for Effective Organizations Video Explores Money Matters
Grantmakers for Effective Organizations has used YouTube to release a new video on the true cost of running nonprofits, entitled "Money Matters." Read more - Monday, October 5, 2009
Food and Friends Appears in New Book
Meyer Foundation grantee Food & Friends is featured in a chapter in Allison Silberberg's recently published book, Visionaries In Our Midst: Ordinary People who are Changing our World. Read more - Sunday, October 4, 2009
Christian Science Monitor Mentions Teaching for Change
A Christian Science Monitor article about Mississippi's addition of civil rights education to the public school curriculum mentioned Meyer grantee Teaching for Change. Read more - Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Washington Post Article Features Manna Food Center
Meyer grantee Manna Food Center was mentioned in a Washington Post article about the increasing need for food assistance among middle-class Americans. Read more - Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Arena Stage Renovation Featured on NBC Washington
NBC Washington reviewed the progress of Arena Stage's renovations and expected re-opening in Southwest Washington, D.C., in 2010. Read more - Friday, September 25, 2009
Meyer Grantee Featured in Washington Business Journal Article of Flu Season
The Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington was featured in a Washington Business Journal article about preparing organizations for managing staff health and wellness during flu season. Read more - Friday, September 25, 2009
Campaign for Youth Justice Mentioned in The Nation
Liz Ryan, president and CEO of Campaing for Youth Justice, was interviewed for a feature on incarcerated youth in The Nation. Read more - Thursday, September 24, 2009
Jonathan Smith of Legal Aid Society Joins Kojo Nnamdi Show as Guest
Meyer Foundation's 2009 Exponent Award recipient Jonathan Smith, executive director of the Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia, joined WAMU 88.5 FM host Kojo Nnamdi and other panelists to discuss public interest law and the recession. Read more - Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Community Foundation of the National Capital Region Featured on Fox News
Terri Lee Freeman, president of the Community Foundation of the National Capital Region, appeared on Fox News to discuss the Neighbors in Need Fund, which provides assistance to local residents. Read more - Tuesday, September 22, 2009
21st Century School Fund Mentioned in Education Week
An Education Week blog posting on school funding mentioned an analysis of school modernization and repair programs done by 21st Century School Fund. Read more - Tuesday, September 22, 2009
21st Century School Fund Mentioned in Education Week
An Education Week blog posting on school funding mentioned an analysis of school modernization and repair programs done by 21st Century School Fund. Read more - Friday, September 18, 2009
Washington Area Women's Foundation President Published in Huffington Post
Washington Area Women's Foundation President Phyllis Caldwell's editorial, "More Women's Suffer During the Recession Than Men," appeared online in the Huffington Post. Read more - Friday, September 18, 2009
Koren Community Service Center Director Cited in Washington Business Journal
Esther Park, executive director of Meyer grantee the Korean Community Service Center of Greater Washington was quoted in a Washington Business Journal article about Foster Bank's new Northern Virginia branch, which it hopes will serve regional Korean Americans. Read more - Saturday, September 12, 2009
Anacostia Watershed Society featured on WTOP
WTOP 103.5 FM mentioned Meyer grantee Anacostia Watershed Society in a feature about keeping the Anacostia River clean. Read more - Friday, September 11, 2009
Cultural Tourism D.C. Mentioned in Washington Business Journal
Meyer grantee Cultural Tourism D.C. was mentioned in an article about D.C. tourism in the September 11 print edition of the Washington Business Journal. Read more - Thursday, August 27, 2009
Baltimore Sun Mentions Anacostia Watershed Society
A Baltimore Sun article on the effects of the economic downturn on pro-environment innovation mentioned Meyer grantee Anacostia Watershed Sociey. Read more - Monday, August 24, 2009
Darshan TV Interviews Meyer Grantees on New Report
Darshan TV interviewed the Asian Pacific American Legal Resource Center and South Asian Americans Leading Together about Washington DeSi, a joint needs assessment and report on South Asians working and living in the D.C. region. Read more - Monday, August 24, 2009
Safe Shores Expert Interviewed on WUSA Channel 9 News
Safe Shores expert Diamond Vann, a child and adolescent forensic interviewer, was intervied by WUSA Channel 9 News in a segment about child sexual abuse. Read more - Monday, August 24, 2009
Miriam's Kitchen Featured in McClatchey News Video Feature
Meyer Foundation grantee Miriam's Kitchen was featured in a McClatchey News video segment about homelessness in D.C. Read more - Friday, August 21, 2009
D.C. Examiner Profiles Hope and a Home
The D.C. Examiner explores how Meyer grantee Hope and a Home works to end poverty in the District. Read more - Friday, August 21, 2009
Teaching for Change Mentioned in St. Augustine Record
Meyer grantee Teaching for Change was mentioned in a St. Augstine Record article on Mississippi's addition of civil rights education to the K-12 curriculum. Read more - Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Alexandria Neighborhood Health Services Joins The Kojo Nnamdi Show to Discuss Regional Health Care
Alexandria Neighborhood Helth Services Executive Director Kristin Langlykke joined WAMU Host Kojo Nnamdi to discuss the region's health care safety. Read more - Wednesday, August 19, 2009
The Washington Post Backstage Column Features Meyer Grantees
The Washington Post Backstage column featured Meyer grantees Signature Theatre and Arena Stage in a preview of their upcoming performance seasons. Read more - Monday, August 17, 2009
Meyer Grantees Voice Concerns on WAMU's The Politics Hour
Eduardo Romero of the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington joined WAMU host Kojo Nnamdi on WAMU's The Politics Hour to discuss the effect of earmark cuts on local nonprofits. Several Meyer grantees called in to the program to share their insights. Read more - Sunday, August 16, 2009
Hope House Program Featured in The Washington Times
The Washington Times featured Hope House's Father-to-Child Summer Camp, a program that facilitates visits between imprisoned fathers and their children. Read more - Friday, August 14, 2009
Alexandria Times Covers Archbishop Desmond Tutu's Visit to Community Lodgings
The Alexandria Times reported on a visit by Desmond Tutu, Archbishop Emeritus of South Africa, to Meyer grantee Community Lodgings. Read more - Thursday, August 13, 2009
Grantmakers in the Arts and Arts Coalition Featured in Chronicle of Philanthropy
Grantmakers in the Arts was among 23 arts groups that urged Congress to act on health care overhaul. The Chronicle of Philanthropy covered the coalition. Read more - Thursday, August 6, 2009
Meyer Grantees Featured in Examiner Article on District HIV/AIDS
An Examiner article on the District's HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention programs mentioned Meyer grantees DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice and Metro TeenAIDS. Read more - Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Gazette Reports on Latino Economic Development Corporation Venture
The Gazette featured an article about the Latino Economic Development Corporation's opening of Community First Financial Services, LLC, in Wheaton, Md. Read more - Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Step Afrika! Director Mentioned on ABC 7 News in Chicago
Step Afrika! artistic director Jakari Sherman was mentioned in an ABC 7 News Chicago segment about the city's Rhythm World event. Read more - Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Alexandria Seaport Foundation Featured on NPR blog
NPR's Knights in Training digital storytelling blog featured Meyer grantee Alexandria Seaport Foundation in a photo slideshow presentation. Read more - Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Sitar Center Students Visit White House
On June 15th, First Lady Michelle Obama invited twenty-five Sitar Arts Center students to the White House to celebrate jazz music with some of the genres most revered musicians. Read more - Thursday, July 16, 2009
Executive Director of Legal Services of Northern Virginia Pens Letter-to-Editor of Post
Jim Feguson, executive director of Legal Services of Northern Virginia wrote a letter-to-editor of the Washington Post on the effects of the recession on legal aid. Read more - Thursday, July 16, 2009
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Story on White House Food Policy
To help change food policy, First Lady Michelle Obama is reaching out to children. Miriam's Kitchen and Brainfood are mentioned in a Washington Post article on the issue. Read more - Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless Comments on Federal Stimulus Funds
The Washington Post reported on federal funding to aid the homeless in Washington, DC. Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless is mentioned in the story. Read more - Monday, July 13, 2009
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Story on Crowded Emergency Rooms
Primary-care patients without health insurance are overwhelming DC-area hospitals. The Washington Post reported on the issue and mentioned Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Care and the DC Primary Care Association. Read more - Sunday, July 12, 2009
Greater DC Cares Mentioned in Post Story on Finding the Right Job
The Washington Post mentioned Greater DC Cares in a story on the unpaid payoff of a between-jobs job. Read more - Thursday, July 9, 2009
GALA Hispanic Theatre Mentioned in Post Story on Stimulus Funds
GALA Hispanic Theatre is one of several local arts groups that has received federal stimulus funds through the National Endowment for the Arts. The Washington Post mentions GALA in an article on how local arts jobs are being saved by the funds. Read more - Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Reston Interfaith Executive Director Quoted in Fairfax Times
Kerrie Wilson, a Meyer Foundation board member and executive director of Reston Interfaith, is quoted in a Fairfax Times article on the County's new strategies to end homelessness. Read more - Monday, July 6, 2009
Brainfood Students Visit the White House
The Washington Post reported on the visit of Brainfood students to the White House. The students helped prepare food for the Fourth of July festivities. Read more - Thursday, July 2, 2009
DC Employment Justice Center Mentioned in WBJ
Advocates recently spoke at a DC Council Meeting on behalf of two bills aimed at helping DC residents released from prison enter the work force. Washington Business Journal covered the meeting and mentions the DC Employment Justice Center. Read more - Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Washington Times Features Work of DC Central Kitchen
The Washington Times mentions DC Central Kitchen's 12-week culinary arts program. Read more - Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Jayne Park Interviewed on JC Hayward Show
Jayne Park, executive director of the Korean Community Service Center was interviewed by WUSA-9's JC Hayward. Read more - Wednesday, June 24, 2009
CASA de Maryland Mentioned in Post for Mock Graduation
CASA de Maryland recently participated in a mock graduation to bring attention to the plight of undocumented students. The Washington Post covered the event. Read more - Wednesday, June 24, 2009
New York Times Features the Work of DC Central Kitchen
The New York Times featured the work of DC Central Kitchen and included quotes from its Executive Director Mike Curtin. Read more - Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Inside NoVa Mentions Capital Area Food Bank
Representative Wolf and other federal employees have organized a food drive to benefit the Capital Area Food Bank. Inside NoVa mentioned the drive, which will attempt to collect one million pounds of food. Read more - Monday, June 22, 2009
Coalition For Smarter Growth Executive Director Interviewed on WAMU 88.5-FM
Stewart Schwartz, executive director of the Coalition for Smarter Growth was interviewed on WAMU 88.5-FM's Kojo Nnamdi show. The show examined what Washington, DC will look like in the year 2050. Read more - Monday, June 22, 2009
President Obama Visited Year Up to Promote Fatherhood Initiative
President Obama spent the afternoon at Year Up to promote the importance of fatherhood responsibility. ABC News covered the visit. Read more - Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Michelle Obama Spoke at Greater DC Cares Awards Ceremony
First Lady Michelle Obama acknowledged local philanthropists during her speech at Greater DC Cares annual awards ceremony. The Washington Business Journal covered the event. Read more - Sunday, June 14, 2009
DC Vote Executive Director Pens Letter-to-Editor of Post
DC Vote's (Coalition for DC Representation Education Fund) Executive Director Iler Zherka wrote a letter-to-editor of the Washington Post on battle for DC voting rights. Read more - Wednesday, June 10, 2009
The Gazette Features Pyramid Atlantic's Recent Fundraiser
The Gazette featured Pyramid Atlantic's recent fundraiser, which focused on street art. Read more - Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Exponent Award Winner Veronica Nolan Featured in Trinity
Trinity, the magazine of Trinity Washington University, featured Exponent Award Winner and Urban Alliance Executive Director Veronica Nolan in their recent issue. Read more - Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Affordable Apartments Planned for Bethesda
The Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless has purchased a building in Bethesda to be renovated into affordable housing units. The Gazette covered the purchase and plans for the building. Read more - Monday, June 1, 2009
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Story on After-School Food Programs
The Washington Post reported that many Washington-area after-school programs are becoming emergency food providers for children in need. DC Hunger Solutions (Food Research and Action Center), Northeast Performing Arts Group, and Brainfood were mentioned in the story. Read more - Sunday, May 31, 2009
DC Central Kitchen Publishes a Cookbook
The Washington Post reports on DC Central Kitchen's new book, Feeding the Soul of the City: Stories and Recipes From D.C. Central Kitchen. Read more - Thursday, May 28, 2009
Step Afrika! Celebrates its 15th Anniversary
WAMU 88.5-FM's Stephanie Kaye reports on Step Afrika's 15th anniversary celebration. Read more - Thursday, May 28, 2009
Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless Purchases Building for Affordable Housing
The Washington Post reports on the purchase of an office building by the Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless, which will be used for affordable housing in Bethesda. Read more - Thursday, May 21, 2009
Community Foundation Awards Grants to Maryland Nonprofits
The Washington Post reported on the awarding of grants to Maryland nonprofits from the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region. The grants were awarded to a number of Meyer grantees, including Casa de Maryland, Interfaith Works, and Manna Food Center. Read more - Wednesday, May 20, 2009
IMPACT Silver Spring Mentioned in Gazette for Communications Campaign
The Gazette reported on the progress of IMPACT Silver Spring's campaign in Glenmont neighborhood that focuses on improving communication within the immigrant community and with Montgomery County. Read more - Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Gazette Story on Summer Giving Season
Many charities see a decrease in donations during the summer months. The Gazette mentions Reston Interfaith and Manna Food Center in a story on the summer giving season. Read more - Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Whitman-Walker Receives DCPCA Funds to Renovate Clinics
The Washington Business Journal reported on the awarding of funds from the DC Primary Care Association to assist in the renovations of the Whitman-Walker Clinic's two DC sites. Read more - Monday, May 11, 2009
NBC4 Features the Work of the Child and Family Network Centers
The Child and Family Network Centers was featured on NBC4's "What Works" segment. Read more - Sunday, May 10, 2009
Washington Jewish Week Mentions Foster and Adoptive Parent Advocacy Center
Washington Jewish Week mentioned the Foster and Adoptive Parent Advocacy Center in a story on Mother's Day. Read more - Friday, May 8, 2009
Arena Stage Playwright Featured in Post
Karen Zacarias, a local playwright, and Arena Stage were featured in the Washington Post. The story is part of a new series about the people who bring Washington DC's weekends to life. Read more - Thursday, May 7, 2009
New York Times Features the Latin American Youth Center
The New York Times featured the work of the Latin American Y outh Center. Read more - Thursday, May 7, 2009
Covenant House Washington Names New Executive Director
Covenant House Washington has named Daniel Brennan as its new executive director. The Washington Business Journal highlighted the new appointment. Read more - Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Executive Director of Safe Shores Featured in Three-Minute Interview Column
Michele Booth Cole, executive director of Safe Shores - The DC Children's Advocacy Center, was featured in The Examiner's three-minute interview column. Read more - Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Signature Theatre Wins a Tony Award
Signature Theatre has won a Tony award for Regional Excellence. The Washington Post covered the award, which is the first local Tony Award since 1976. Read more - Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Latin American Youth Center Hosts a Visit from Michelle Obama
First Lady Michelle Obama recently visited the Latin American Montessori Bilingual and Next Step charter schools in honor of Cinco de Mayo. The Latin American Youth Center supports the the charter schools. CNN covered the first lady's visit. Read more - Tuesday, May 5, 2009
College Summit Advisor Receives Educator of the Year Award
College Summit helps low-income high school graduates attain higher education. The organization recently held a peer leader event and honored an advisor with an Educator of the Year Award. The Washington Times covered the event. Read more - Monday, May 4, 2009
Three-Minute Interview Column Features Brainfood Executive Director
The Examiner's three-minute interview column featured Paul Dahm, executive director of Brainfood. Read more - Friday, May 1, 2009
Meyer Grantee Appears in Nonprofit Quarterly
Meyer grantee Higher Achievement Program was featured in the Spring 2009 issue of the Nonprofit Quarterly in an article entitled, "High Anxiety," about the impact of the economic downturn on nonprofits and how organizations are working creatively to weather the storm. Grantees Washingon Regional Association of Grantmakers and Nonprofit Roundtale of Greater Washington also were cited. Read more - Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Michelle Obama and Jill Biden Volunteer at Food Bank
First Lady Michelle Obama and Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, volunteered at the Capital Area Food Bank to celebrate President Obama's 100th day in office. The Washington Post highlighted the visit. Read more - Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Meyer Receives Press Coverage for Exponent Award Event
Meyer's Exponent Awards event took place on Monday, April 27th, honoring five nonprofit leaders who give it all. A number of media outlets covered the event. Read more - Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Legal Counsel for the Elderly Featured in Washington Post
The Washington Post featured the Legal Counsel for the Elderly for their free legal help to needy homebound seniors in Washington, DC. Read more - Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Unity Health Care Program Highlighted in Washington Post
A retired navy doctor dedicates himself to helping DC's homeless through Unity Health Care. The Washington Post published a feature on the issue. Read more - Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Story on Legal Aid to the Homeless
Local lawyers have donated money to help the Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless in their efforts to provide aid to homeless. The Washington Post features the clinic and also mentions Miriam's Kitchen in a story on the efforts. Read more - Wednesday, April 22, 2009
National Children's Museum Unveils its New Design and Vision
The National Children's Museum is featured in the Washington Post for its new design and strategic vision. The museum will be built at the National Harbor in Prince George's County, Maryland. Read more - Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Meyer Grantees Featured on WJLA
WJLA featured the YWCA National Capital Area's Washington Area Women in the Trades (WAWIT) program. Wider Opportunities for Women is a partner of the program. Read more - Monday, April 20, 2009
The Observer Announced Kerrie Wilson as a New Meyer Board Member
The Observer mentioned Kerrie Wilson, executive director of Reston Interfaith, as the Meyer Foundation's newest board member. Read more - Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Meyer Grantees Acknowledged at the 25th Annual Helen Hayes Awards
Signature Theatre, Arena Stage, and Woolly Mammoth Theatre were recipients at the 25th Annual Helen Hayes Awards, covered in the Washington Post. Read more - Thursday, April 9, 2009
Patricia Ritter Named Executive Director of TLC
The Washington Post has announced that Patricia Ritter has been named executive director of TLC, the Treatment and Learning Centers. Read more - Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Identity, Inc. Featured in Gazette for Hosting Youth Forum in Montgomery Couny
The Gazette featured Identity, Inc.'s recent forum, which opened dialogue between Montgomery County, MD's youth and local police chiefs. Read more - Tuesday, April 7, 2009
VOICE Urges Fairfax County to Keep Housing Programs
Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community Engagement (VOICE) urged Fairfax County, through a letter published in the Washington Post, to preserve the County's “penny for housing” program. VOICE is part of the Washington Interfaith Network.
Read more - Tuesday, April 7, 2009
DC Employment Justice Center Mentioned in Post Story on GAO Report
A recent GAO report faults the US Labor Department's handling of wage complaints. The Washington Post looked at the report and included the DC Employment Justice Center's reaction in a recent news article. Read more - Monday, April 6, 2009
Mary's Center Executive Director Featured in Washington Business Journal
Maria Gomez, a Meyer Foundation board member and executive director of Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Care, is featured in the Washington Business Journal as one of the top minority business leaders in the Washington, DC region. Read more - Friday, April 3, 2009
College Summit Executive Director Wrote Letter to Editor of Post on Virginia Drop Out Rate
The Washington Post published a letter to the editor from Donna Fleming, executive director of College Summit - National Capital Region, about Virginia's high school drop out rate. Read more - Monday, March 30, 2009
Bread for the City Breaks Ground on its New Medical Clinic
Bread for the City, funded by the DC Primary Care Association, recently broke ground on the site of its new medical clinic. The Washington Business Journal covered the groundbreaking ceremony. Read more - Friday, March 27, 2009
Community Council for the Homeless at Friendship Place Writes Letter-to-Editor of Post
The Community Council for the Homeless at Friendship Place's development associate wrote a letter-to-the-editor of the Washington Post regarding the technology use of homeless. Read more - Thursday, March 26, 2009
Alliance of Concerned Men Featured on NPR
NPR featured a broadcast on the juvenile crime rate in Washington, DC. The Alliance for Concerned Men were featured for their work in reaching at-risk youth. Read more - Monday, March 23, 2009
Director of Coalition for Smarter Growth Featured in Examiner
The Examiner's My Washington column features Stewart Schwartz, executive director of the Coalition for Smarter Growth. Read more - Monday, March 23, 2009
Miriam's Kitchen in Washington Post Story on Cell Phone Use among Homeless
The District's homeless use cell phones, blogs, and email to stay on top of things. Miriam's Kitchen is mentioned in a Washington Post story that examines the issue. Read more - Thursday, March 19, 2009
Variety Mentions Arena Stage and Signature Theatre for Upcoming Season
Variety mentions Arena Stage and Signature Theatre for their upcoming seasons. Both theatres will be offering a number of familiar musicals to attract patrons. Read more - Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Meyer Grantees Featured on WAMU 88.5-FM's Kojo Nnamdi Show
Lori Kaplan, executive director of the Latin American Youth Center and Mary Brown, executive director of Life Pieces to Masterpieces were on the Kojo Nnamdi show yesterday to discuss ways to prevent juvenile crime. Read more - Monday, March 16, 2009
Washington Area Women's Foundation Featured in Examiner
Nicole Cozier, a philanthropic education officer for the Washington Area Women's Foundation, was featured in The Examiner's three-minute interview column. Read more - Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Campaign for Youth Justice is Mentioned in Post Story on Release of Youth Offenders
DC will share data about its top youth offenders to local police and community groups after they are released from custody. The Campaign for Youth Justice is mentioned in a Washington Post story that examines the issue. Read more - Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Coalition for Smarter Growth Mentioned in Washington Post
Washington area housing agencies have reported a rise in aid requests from renters. The Washington Post mentions the Coalition for Smarter Growth in a story on the issue. Read more - Monday, March 9, 2009
First Lady Serves Lunch at Miriam's Kitchen
First Lady Michelle Obama recently served lunch at Miriam's Kitchen. The New York Times covered the event. Read more - Thursday, March 5, 2009
CEO of Independent Sector Quoted in International Business Times
Nonprofits have weighed in on President Obama's budget plans. Diana Aviv, president and CEO of Independent Sector, is quoted in an International Business Times story on the issue. Read more - Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Walter Smith of DC Appleseed Provides Commentary on WAMU 88.5-FM
Walter Smith, executive director of DC Appleseed urged local leaders to take action to combat lead in DC's drinking water on WAMU 88.5-FM. Read more - Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Jubilee Jobs Mentioned in Post Story on Job Sectors Booming during Recession
Amid the economic crisis, jobs are flourishing in the health care, technology, and defense fields. The Washington Post examines the job boom and mentions the work of Jubliee Jobs. Read more - Thursday, February 26, 2009
DC Vote's Iler Zherka is Quoted in Post Article on Voting Rights Bill
A bill that would award the District its first seat in the House of Representatives is being debated in the Senate. DC Vote's (Coalition for DC Representation Education Fund) Iller Zherka is quoted in a Washington Post article on the debate. Read more - Thursday, February 26, 2009
Mary's Center Receives $250,000 Grant from Washington Adventist Hospital
Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Care received a $250,000 community service grant from Washington Adventist Hospital to add prenatal care to their services. The Washington Business Journal highlights the nonprofit's expanded services. Read more - Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Mary's Center Students Sit with First Lady during Presidential Address
First lady Michelle Obama invited three students that she had recently met at Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Care to sit with her during the recent presidential address. The Washington Post features the event. Read more - Wednesday, February 18, 2009
The Gazette Features IMPACT Silver Spring's New Campaign
The Gazette highlights IMPACT Silver Spring's new door-to-door campaign to connect residents with services. Read more - Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Children's Law Center Executive Director Provides Commentary on WAMU 88.5-FM
Judith Sandalow, executive director of the Children's Law Center, provides commentary on childhood poverty on WAMU 88.5-FM. Read more - Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Michelle Obama Visits Mary's Center
A number of media outlets reported on First Lady Michelle Obama's visit to Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Care. Read more - Thursday, February 5, 2009
Executive Director of Byte Back Featured in Examiner
Kelley Ellsworth, executive director of Byte Back, is featured in The Examiner's three-minute interview column. Read more - Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Identity, Inc. Mentioned in Gazette for Helping Hispanic Youth Stay in School
A recent study found that Hispanic youth in Maryland were the most likely to drop out of school. Identity, Inc. is mentioned a Gazette story for helping youth stay on track. Read more - Wednesday, February 4, 2009
IMPACT Silver Spring Seeks Alternatives for Local Youth
IMPACT Silver Spring recently conducted a study that looked at how to make Silver Spring more attractive to youth. The Gazette reports on the findings of the study. Read more - Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Identity, Inc. Mentioned in Gazette Story on Teen Lobbying Efforts
Area teens lobbied at a recent Montgomery County council meeting to keep funding for local youth programs. Identity, Inc. is mentioned in a Gazette story on the teens' efforts. Read more - Wednesday, February 4, 2009
DC Vote's Outreach Division Reaches Local Elementary Students
DC Vote's (Coalition for DC Representation Education Fund) outreach division taught a lesson to fifth graders at Capital City Public Charter School. The President and Michelle Obama recently read to the same students and one made the case to him for DC voting rights. The Washington Post highlights the encounter. Read more - Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Fort Dupont Ice Arena Featured in Washington Post Column
Washington Post columnist Courtland Milloy makes the case for a bigger ice rink at Fort Dupont Ice Arena. Read more - Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Meyer Mentioned as Part of Collaborative that Awarded Grants for Early Care
The Meyer Foundation is mentioned in an MSN Money story as being a part of a collaborative with the Women's Foundation in awarding $300,000 to six nonprofits for early care. Read more - Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Arlington Free Clinic Featured in Post Story on the Uninsured
People who have lost their jobs are struggling to find affordable health care. Arlington Free Clinic is mentioned in a Washington Post story on the issue. Read more - Sunday, February 1, 2009
Washington Post Editorial Calls for Increased Infrastructure Investment
Walther Smith, executive director of DC Appleseed and Alice Rivlin, researcher at the Brookings Institution call for increased infrastructure investments in the District in a Washington Post editorial. Read more - Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Tahirh Justice Center Executive Director Interviewed by Examiner
Layli Miller-Muro, executive director of the Tahirh Justice Center was interviewed by The Examiner and featured in the Three-Minute Interview column. Read more - Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Debate for DC Voting Rights Continues in Congress
The debate over a DC vote in Congress continues today with testimony before the US House Panel on Voting Rights. The Examiner covered the issue and mentions DC Vote (Coalition for DC Representation Education Fund). Read more - Wednesday, January 28, 2009
DC Appleseed Comments on High Levels of Lead found in District's Children
DC Appleseed has urged independent testing of the District's water quality in light of a recent report which finds high levels of lead in DC's children. Walter Smith, executive director of DC Appleseed is quoted a Washington Post story on the issue. Read more - Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Latin American Youth Center Awarded Grant by DC Children and Youth Investment Trust
The Washington Post reports that the Latin American Youth Center has been awarded a grant by the DC Children and Youth Investment Trust. The grant will be used to support conflict mediation, crisis intervention, counseling, health care, education, and job placement. Read more - Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Inauguration Causes a Spike in the Number of Volunteers
The upcoming inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama has created a spike in the number of people volunteering. The Examiner looks at this phenomenon and mentions Greater DC Cares and Capitol Area Food Bank. Read more - Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Reston Interfaith Counselor Featured in Examiner's Three-Minute Interview Column
Martin Rios, a foreclosure counselor at Reston Interfaith, is featured in The Examiner's Three-Minute Interview column. Read more - Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Latino Economic Development Corporation is Mentioned in Gazette for Foreclosure Event
A forum was recently held in Germantown, Maryland to help those in need of foreclosure assistance. The Latino Economic Development Corporation is mentioned in The Gazette for participating in the event. Read more - Monday, January 12, 2009
CASA de Maryland Advocate Named as a Political Player to Watch in '09
Kimberly Propeack, CASA de Maryland's Immigrant Advocate, was named by the Washington Post as one of the six political power players to watch in 2009. Read more - Thursday, January 8, 2009
Youth Professional Development Featured in Gazette
Youth Professional Development teaches teenage moms how to be a parent and helps with job skills. The Gazette features the organization in its recent issue. Read more - Thursday, January 8, 2009
The Post Highlights the Recent Changes at the Whitman-Walker Clinic
The Whitman-Walker Clinic has recently made changes to its staff and consolidated its services. The Washington Post highlights these changes. Read more - Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Manna Food Center is Mentioned in Gazette for Food Drive
The Gazette mentions Manna Food Center is a story on Montgomery County's upcoming volunteer weekend. Read more - Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Community Lodgings Featured in Washington Times Story on Altruism
The Washington Times featured Community Lodgings in a story on the positive aspects of volunteering. Read more - Tuesday, January 6, 2009
DC Central Kitchen Mentioned in Examiner Story on DC's New Funding Restrictions for Nonprofits
The DC Council has passed new funding restrictions for nonprofits. DC Central Kitchen is mentioned in an Examiner story on the new limitations. Read more - Tuesday, January 6, 2009
DC Vote Sees an Optimistic Push for a District Vote in the House
Lawmakers have introduced bills to the new Congress that would give DC a voting member in the House of Representatives. DC Vote (Coalition for DC Representation Education Fund) is mentioned in a Washington Post story on the issue. Read more - Friday, January 2, 2009
WBJ Profiles Arena Stage's Molly Smith
The Washington Business Journal features Molly Smith, artistic director of Arena Stage. Read more - Saturday, December 27, 2008
Campaign for Youth Justice Provides Help for Families with Youth Jailed Across Country
DC youth are jailed across the country due to space limitations of local prisons. The Campaign for Youth Justice was featured in the Washington Post for helping families stay connected with youths incarcerated far from home. Read more - Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Story on the December Giving Season
December is a critical time for nonprofits to secure donations and it's even more important in light of the current recession. The Washington Post examines the issue and mentions the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, DC Central Kitchen, and Metro TeenAIDS. Read more - Tuesday, December 23, 2008
WSJ Quotes DC Central Kitchen Executive Director
The Wall Street Journal examined the effectiveness of charity ranking systems and quoted Robert Egger, executive director of DC Central Kitchen. Read more - Thursday, December 18, 2008
Women Bisnow Features Exponent Award Winner Anne Corbett
Meyer's Exponent winner Anne Corbett, executive director of the Cultural Development Corporation, is featured in Women Bisnow. The story mentions the Meyer Foundation, Atlas Performing Arts Center, Gala Hispanic Theatre, and Woolly Mammoth Theatre. Read more - Thursday, December 18, 2008
Bread for the City Mentioned in Washington Times
The Washington TImes mentions Bread for the City in a story on the impact of the economy on nonprofits. Read more - Thursday, December 18, 2008
Meyer Grantees Interviewed on WAMU 88.5-FM's Kojo Nnamdi Show
Kojo Nnamdi talks with Walter Smith, executive director of DC Appleseed, and Alice Rivlin, researcher at the Brookings Institution, about efforts to make DC "the best capital city in the world." Read more - Thursday, December 18, 2008
Reston Interfaith Mentioned in Fairfax Times Story on New Nonprofit Collaboration
Fairfax officials plan to bring businesses, foundations, schools, and nonprofits together to create "a community-wide process for raising revenues and getting the revenues to areas of community needs." Reston Interfaith is mentioned in a Fairfax Times story on the proposed collaboration. Read more - Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Meyer Foundation Mentioned in Post Story on Whitman-Walker Clinic
The Whitman-Walker Clinic is closing its 14th and 'S' Street location. The Meyer Foundation is mentioned in a Washington Post story about the closure. Read more - Monday, December 15, 2008
New Director of Earth Conservation Corps Interviewed by Examiner
Annette Gantt, executive director of Earth Conservation Corps, was interviewed for The Examiner's three-minute interview column. Read more - Monday, December 15, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Story about New NEA Report
Arena Stage, the Theatre Communications Group, and the Urban Institute are mentioned in a Washington Post story about a recent National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) report and the effects of the economy on nonprofit theatres. Read more - Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Reston Interfaith Mentioned in WBJ for Partnership with Google
The Washington Business Journal features the new partnership between Google and Reston Interfaith. Google will be providing Reston Interfaith with free technology. Read more - Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Many Companies are Donating to Charities in Lieu of Holiday Parties
According to a USA Today article, many companies are choosing to donate to a charity in lieu of hosting a holiday party. The Capital Area Food Bank is mentioned in the article. Read more - Tuesday, December 9, 2008
World Bank Makes Donation to Support Community Foundation
The World Bank has made a donation to the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region for its Neighbors in Need program. The Washington Business Journal highlights the donation. Read more - Thursday, December 4, 2008
Levine School of Music Highlighted for Winter Concert
The Levine School of Music is featured in the Washington Post for its annual winter concert. Read more - Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Manna Food Center Profiled on ABC World News for Increased Demand
ABC World News with Charles Gibson featured the work of Manna Food Center. The Center is facing increased demand for its services as a result of the economic recession. Read more - Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Examiner Interviews Capital Area Food Bank's Resources Director
Mike Gillespie, the food resources director of the Capital Area Food Bank is featured in The Examiner's three-minute interview column. Read more - Monday, December 1, 2008
Washington Woman Magazine Features the Meyer Foundation
Washington Woman magazine features the Meyer Foundation in their December issue for supporting local nonprofits. Meyer's Julie Rogers, Rick Moyers, and Katherine Freshley are quoted in the article. Additionally, Dance Place, InterFaith Works, Alexandria Seaport Foundation, CASA de Maryland, and the Latin American Youth Center are highlighted. Read more - Monday, December 1, 2008
Meyer Grantees Featured in Post Stories on Nonprofit Sector in Pr. George's County
The Washington Post examined the nonprofit sector in Prince George's County, Maryland. CentroNía, the Nonprofit Roundtable, the Maryland Association of Nonprofit Associations, Impact Silver Spring, the Urban Institute, Mary's Center for Maternal and Childcare, Community Ministry, and the Human Services Coalition of Prince George's County are featured in two stories covering the sector. Read more - Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Meyer Grantees Featured in Washingtonian's Annual Giving Issue
The December issue of Washingtonian magazine features a charitable giving section. More than 50 Meyer grantees are featured in a list of the best local charities.
In addition to the list, the Meyer Foundation's Julie Rogers is quoted in a story about the next generation of givers. Meyer's website is also mentioned as "a good place to start" to look for organizations to donate or volunteer.
Read more - Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Voice of America Profiles DC Central Kitchen
Voice of America profiles DC Central Kitchen and executive director Robert Eggers. Read more - Monday, November 24, 2008
Food Banks Mentioned in Post for Creativity During Drop in Donations
Many food banks are coming up with creative ways to deal with a decrease in donations and an increase in demand for fresh produce. Bread for the City, Manna Food Center, and the Capital Area Food Bank are mentioned for such efforts in the Washington Post. Read more - Monday, November 24, 2008
Washington Post Examines New Rating Tool to Assess Nonprofits
The Social Investing Rating Tool is part of the effort of a group philanthropists and entrepreneurs to develop a rating system for nonprofits. The Washington Post highlights the effort and mentions DC Central Kitchen and the Latin American Youth Center. Read more - Monday, November 24, 2008
Food Banks Face Fewer Pantry Donations
Food banks are facing fewer pantry donations and increased demand for services this holiday season. The Washington Post examines the issue and mentions the Capital Area Food Bank, Bread for the City, and Manna Food Center. Read more - Sunday, November 23, 2008
Washington Post Publishes Letter-to-Editor from Director of Miriam's Kitchen
Scott Schenkelberg, executive director of Miriam's Kitchen, wrote a letter-to-the-editor that was published in the Washington Post on the effects of the loss of paper Metro transfers on low-income residents. Read more - Sunday, November 23, 2008
Capital Area Asset Builders Mentioned in Washington Post
Washington Post reporter Marc Fisher mentions the work of Capital Area Asset Builders in his annual thanks column. Read more - Sunday, November 23, 2008
Post Story on Difficulty of Holiday Giving Season Mentions Meyer Grantees
The economic downturn is impacting the holiday giving season. The Washington Post examines the impact and mentions the Independent Sector, Council on Foundations, Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers, DC Central Kitchen, N Street Village, Food and Friends, and Miriam's Kitchen. Read more - Friday, November 21, 2008
The Gazette Mentions Meyer Grantees in Ecomony Story
The Gazette examines the impact of the ecomony on local nonprofits. The Prince Georges Child Resource Center and Shepherd's Table are highlighted in the story. Read more - Monday, November 17, 2008
Post Mentions Meyer Grantees in Story on Impacts of Mortgage Crisis
The mortgage crisis has affected a number of local nonprofits. The Washington Post mentions the impacts on the Nonprofit Roundtable, Child and Family Network Center, Children's Law Center, and Foster and Adoptive Parent Advocacy Center. Read more - Monday, November 17, 2008
Imagination Stage Executive Director Honored by the Washington Business Journal
Bonnie Fogel, executive director of Imagination Stage has been honored with a Women Who Mean Business Award. The award, presented by the Washington Business Journal, honors the area's most influential business women and will be presented on Thursday, November 20th. Read more - Friday, November 14, 2008
Meyer Exponent Award Winner Featured on University of Maryland Website
2008 Meyer Exponent Award winner Anne Corbett is featured on the University of Maryland's news and events page. Ms. Corbett is the executive director of the Cultural Development Corporation of the District of Columbia. Read more - Monday, November 10, 2008
DC Vote's Iler Zherka Quoted in Washington Post
Ilir Zherka, executive director of the Coalition for DC Representation Education Fund is quoted in a Washington Post article about DC voting rights. Read more - Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Local Elementary School Hosts Fundraising Walk for Housing Unlimited
Oakland Terrace Elementary School in Silver Spring hosted a Fannie Mae Help the Homeless mini-walk to support Housing Unlimited. The Gazette featured the event which raised approximately $10,000 for the organization. Read more - Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Capital Area Food Bank Mentioned in WBJ Story on Voting Accommodations
Many employers are allowing their employees to work flexible hours to be able to cast their vote on Election Day. The Capital Area Food Bank is highlighted in the story for allowing their employees to work an adjusted schedule. Read more - Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Washingtonian Names Exponent Award Winner in Monthly Guest List
Mary Brown, executive director of Life Pieces to Masterpieces and one of Meyer's 2008 Exponent Awardees was named in Washingtonian magazine's Guest List column. Each month, the magazine's editors list the eight people they'd most like to have over for drinks, dinner, and conversation. Read more - Monday, November 3, 2008
Tahirih Justice Center Featured in Post for Work with Local Immigrant Women
The Tahirih Justice Center is working to help a number of local immigrant women in seeking asylum in the United States. The Washington Post highlights the Center's efforts. Read more - Monday, November 3, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Washington Business Journal Story on Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Takeovers
The Washington Business Journal looked at the impact of the Freddie Mac/Fannie Mae takeovers on local charities. Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers, Nonprofit Roundtable, the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, and the Community Foundation of the National Capital Region were mentioned in the article. Read more - Friday, October 31, 2008
Pyramid Atlantic Mentioned in Post for Children's Program
Pyramid Atlantic's Community Store features a Kids Craft Corner with interactive art projects during business hours. The Washington Post mentions the program in a story on local arts education for children. Read more - Thursday, October 30, 2008
CASA Groundbreaking Ceremony Brought Together Top Politicians
CASA de Maryland's groundbreaking ceremony brought together many high-level Maryland politicians. The Washington Post has coverage of the event. Read more - Thursday, October 30, 2008
Washington Lawyers Committee Featured on WAMU 88.5-FM for Day Laborer Proposal
The Washington Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs was featured in a WAMU 88.5-FM broadcast for its proposal to have a day laborer center located in Washington, DC. Read more - Thursday, October 30, 2008
Identity, Inc. Mentioned in Gazette Story on Education Gap in Montgomery County
Identity, Inc. was mentioned in The Gazette as an organization helping to bridge the education gap for non-English speaking students in Montgomery County, Maryland. Read more - Thursday, October 30, 2008
Shepherd's Table Celebrates Serving its 1 Millionth Meal
The Gazette highlights the celebration of the 1 millionth meal served at Shepherd's Table. Read more - Thursday, October 30, 2008
Examiner Editorial Features Urban Alliance
Examiner columnist Aisha Ali looks at the positive work of Urban Alliance's internship program. Read more - Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Local Chefs Create Frozen Food Line to Benefit DC Central Kitchen
Local chefs have partnered up with Cuisine Solutions to create a frozen food line with proceeds benefiting DC Central Kitchen. The Washington Post takes a look at the journey, from kitchen to supermarket shelves. Read more - Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Hope and a Home Executive Director Interviewed on Marketplace
The Washington, DC region has a donation void to fill with the takeovers of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Hope and a Home's Executive Director Dan Hall was interviewed about the issue on WAMU 88.5-FM's Marketplace. Read more - Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Capital Area Food Bank Breaks Ground at New Warehouse Site
The Capital Area Food Bank broke ground at the site of its new warehouse, which will double its storage capacity. The Washington Post covered the groundbreaking ceremony. Read more - Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Equal Rights Center Mentioned in Gazette for New Report
A new report from the Equal Rights Center finds discrimination against Section 8 tenants in Montgomery County. The Gazette mentions the Center in a story about the report findings. Read more - Tuesday, October 28, 2008
CASA de Maryland Gets Coverage for New Langley Park Site
On Monday, October 27th CASA de Maryland held a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of its new Langley Park, Maryland headquarters. Read more - Tuesday, October 28, 2008
CASA de Maryland Executive Director Interviewed on WAMU 88.5-FM About the Latino Vote
Latino voters will play a key role in Maryland in the upcoming elections. Gustavo Torres, executive director of CASA de Maryland, was interviewed on WAMU 88.5-FM about the Latino vote. Read more - Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Capital Area Food Bank Executive Director Interviewed on WAMU 88.5-FM
Lynn Brantley, executive director of the Capital Area Food Bank, was interviewed on WAMU 88.5-FM about the need for donations. Read more - Monday, October 27, 2008
USA Today Mentions Meyer Grantees in Story on Fundraising
N Street Village, the Child and Family Network Center, and Foundation Center were mentioned in a USA Today story on the difficulty of fundraising during an economic downturn. Read more - Monday, October 27, 2008
Boardsource CEO Quoted in Chicago Tribune
In the shaky economy, nonprofits are facing difficulty in drawing new donors. A Chicago Tribune story looks at the fundraising issue and quotes BoardSource Executive Director Linda Crompton. Read more - Sunday, October 26, 2008
CityDance Mentioned in Post Editorial Written by The Trust's CEO
Millicent D. Williams, President of the DC Children and Youth Investment Trust Corporation wrote an editorial in the Washington Post about the turnaround of the Trinidad neighbord and mentioned the positive impact of CityDance. Read more - Thursday, October 23, 2008
Food and Friends Featured on WAMU 88.5-FM for Holiday Pie Program
Food and Friends will be selling pies for the holiday season as part of their Slice of Life program. WAMU 88.5-FM highlighted the initiative. Read more - Thursday, October 23, 2008
The Washington Post Mentions Partnership Between Meyer Grantees
Enterprise Community Partners and the Community Preservation and Development Corporation have partnered up to renovate a low-income housing complex in Southeast, Washington, DC. The Washington Post highlights the partnership which will provide a $4 million renovation to the building. Read more - Thursday, October 23, 2008
The Gazette Mentions WEAVE for Domestic Abuse Prevention
Women Empowered Against Violence (WEAVE) was mentioned in The Gazette for its work as part of a recent symposium on domestic violence prevention. Read more - Thursday, October 23, 2008
Washington Post Features Step Afrika's After School Program
Step Afrika! recently visited Sligo Creek Elementary School for a performance and discussion. The Washington Post highlighted the after school program. Read more - Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Community Bridges Featured in Gazette for Mentoring Work
The Gazette features Community Bridges for their work in mentoring girls from low-income families. Community Bridges will be expanding their program to start accepting high school-aged girls starting in January. Read more - Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Urban Alliance Featured in Post for Internship Program
Washington Post reporter Phil Rucker examines the impact of the economic downturn on Urban Alliance's high school internship program. Read more - Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post and WBJ Stories on Affordable Housing Fund
The flow of revenue to DC's Housing Production Trust Fund has slowed. The Washington Post and Washington Business Journal highlight the impact of loss of revenue on affordable housing efforts and mention Jubilee Housing, the Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development, and DC Fiscal Policy Institute. Read more - Monday, October 20, 2008
Dance Institute of Washington Featured in Southern Living Magazine
The Dance Institute of Washington was featured in the July issue of Southern Living Magazine. Read more - Thursday, October 16, 2008
Arlington Free Clinic Mentioned in Post For Increase in Use of Services
More people are putting off medical care as household budgets tighten. As such, the Arlington Free Clinic, has seen an increase in the use of its services. The Washington Post mentions the Clinic in a story on the forgoing of medical care. Read more - Monday, October 13, 2008
Maryland Nonprofits Appoints New Executive Director
The Washington Business Journal reports on the announcement of Darryl Jones as the new chief executive of the Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations. Read more - Thursday, October 9, 2008
The Gazette Profiles New Center for Nonprofit Advancement Director
Glen O'Gilvie was named as executive director of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement in June. The Gazette highlights the work of Mr. Gilvie and his plans for the Center. Read more - Thursday, October 9, 2008
NFL Players' Moms Launch Drive to Benefit Capital Area Food Bank
Two local mothers of National Football League players have launched a food drive to help the Capital Area Food Bank. The Washington Post highlights the event which is part of the Campbell Soup Challenge. Read more - Monday, October 6, 2008
Washington Post Features Meyer Foundation Exponent Award Recipients
The 2008 Meyer Foundation Exponent Award winners were featured in The Washington Post. Read more - Saturday, October 4, 2008
40 Northern Virginia Congregations Form Interfaith Advocacy Group
40 congregations in Northern Virginia are forming an interfaith advocacy group. A story in the Washington Post highlights the new group and mentions Meyer grantees Washington Interfaith Network and Action in Montgomery. Read more - Thursday, October 2, 2008
DC Central Kitchen Mentioned in Post for its Capital Cart Program
DC Central Kitchen has a new food cart in operation at 8th and H Street in Northwest, DC as part of its Capital Cart program. The Washington Post mentions the Capital Cart program in a story on the impact of new street vendor regulations. Read more - Thursday, October 2, 2008
Legal Aid Justice Center Mentioned in Fairfax Times
Immigrant populations in Virginia are shrinking, except in Fairfax County. The Legal Aid Justice Center is mentioned in a Fairfax Times story on the population shift. Read more - Thursday, October 2, 2008
Words, Beats & Life Featured in Washington Post for Arts Academy
Words, Beats & Life, through its Urban Arts Academy, works to give District youths opportunities to express themselves creatively through hip-hop. A Washington Post story features the work of the Academy. Read more - Wednesday, October 1, 2008
IMPACT Silver Spring Studies Ways to Close the Student Achievement Gap
IMPACT Silver Spring is featured in The Gazette for its latest study, which focuses on the ways to close the student achievement gap in Montgomery County, Maryland. Read more - Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Area Food Banks See Increase in Demand for Services
Manna Food Center and Capital Area Food Bank are mentioned in The Examiner as being two of the area food banks that have had an increase in the numbers that they serve. Read more - Monday, September 29, 2008
ABC's 20/20 Features Ayuda's Anti-Trafficking Work
Mauricio Vivero, executive director of Ayuda, was interviewed as part of a 20/20 story on human trafficking. Read more - Monday, September 29, 2008
Tenants and Workers United Featured on WAMU 88.5-FM for Get Out the Vote Campaign
Tenants and Workers United was featured on WAMU 88.5-FM for it's Get Out the Vote Campaign. The campaign, which starts in October, will target immigrant populations. Read more - Monday, September 29, 2008
Metro TeenAIDS Executive Director has Letter to the Editor Published in Washington Times
The Washington Times published a letter to the editor written by Adam Tenner, executive director of Metro TeenAIDS. The letter urges that health education in District schools include age appropriate sex education. Read more - Sunday, September 28, 2008
Washington Lawyers' Committee Mentioned for Student Privacy Lawsuit
The Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs is mentioned in the Washington Post for its lawsuit against the City of Manassas for violating the privacy of local high school students. Read more - Thursday, September 25, 2008
Cultural Alliance President Interviewed on Kojo Nnamdi Show
Jennifer Cover Payne, president of the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington was interviewed on WAMU 88.5-FM's Kojo Nnamdi show about their new Cultural Capital website. Read more - Saturday, September 20, 2008
Council on Foundations CEO has Letter-to-the-Editor Published in New York Times
Steve Gunderson, president and chief executive of the Council on Foundations, has a letter-to-the-editor published in the Sunday edition of the New York Times. The letter addresses the practice of donor-advised funds. Read more - Thursday, September 18, 2008
N Street Village is Featured in the Intowner for Work in Community
N Street Village is featured in the September issue of The Intowner for its work with homeless and low-income women. Read more - Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Washington Area Women's Foundation Awards Grant to Help National Harbor Employees
The Washington Area Women's Foundation has awarded a grant to the Prince George's Child Resource Center that will be used to help National Harbor employees with child care. The Gazette mentions the grant in recent story. Read more - Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Young Women's Project Director Featured in Examiner
Reporter Susan Ferrechio interviewed the Young Women's Project director Nadia Moritz for the Examiner's Three-Minute Interview column. Read more - Monday, September 15, 2008
Center for Inspired Teaching's Director Provides Commentary on WAMU 88.5-FM
Aleta Margolis, executive director of the Center for Inspired Teaching, provides commentary on the role of education in the presidential election on WAMU 88.5-FM. Read more - Sunday, September 14, 2008
Meyer Grantees Comment on Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Takeovers
The federal takeovers of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae may hurt local nonprofits. A number of Meyer grantees commented on the issue in a recent Washington Post story. The grantees mentioned in the story are as follows: The Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington, Northern Virginia Family Services, Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers, The Center for Nonprofit Advancement, Washington Area Women's Foundation, Martha's Table, Carpenter's Shelter, and N Street Village. Read more - Sunday, September 14, 2008
Cultural Development Corporation Executive Director Featured in Post Style Section
Anne Corbett, executive director of the Cultural Development Corporation of the District of Columbia was featured in the Sunday edition of the Washington Post's Style Section. Read more - Sunday, September 14, 2008
Executive Director of Capital Fringe Featured in the Washington Post
Julianne Brienza, executive director of Capital Fringe, was featured in the Sunday edition of the Washington Post's Style Section. Read more - Thursday, September 11, 2008
DC Central Kitchen Partners with Local Chefs in Frozen Food Fundraiser
DCist.com has announced a partnership between DC Central Kitchen and six of Washington, DC's best chefs to develop a frozen food line available in stores in November. The meals will be made from local ingredients and all proceeds will benefit DC Central Kitchen. Read more - Tuesday, September 9, 2008
DC Appleseed Mentioned in Examiner Story on New 5-Year School Plans
The District's school superintendant has released the first ever 5-year plan for city schools and furthering adult education. The DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice is mentioned in an Examiner story on the new plan. Read more - Sunday, August 31, 2008
DC Central Kitchen Mentioned in Examiner for Plans to Meet Economic Downtown
Many nonprofits are facing budget shortfalls in light of fewer donations. DC Central Kitchen is mentioned in an Examiner story on slack donations. Read more - Thursday, August 28, 2008
Meyer Grantees Awarded Funds from Freddie Mac Foundation
The Washington Post has announced that DC Central Kitchen, College Summit, and the Partnership for Prince George's County (Community Foundation for the National Capital Region) have been awarded grants from the Freddie Mac Foundation. Read more - Monday, August 25, 2008
Homeless and Advocates Demonstrate to Keep Franklin Shelter Open
The Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless is mentioned in a Washington Post story on the recent demonstration held in front of Mayor Adrian Fenty's home. Homeless and advocates demonstrated in protest of the planned closure of the Franklin Street shelter. Read more - Monday, August 25, 2008
DC Appleseed Executive Director Receives Nomination for Judicial Appointment
Walter Smith, the executive director of the DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice, has been nominated for judicial appointment. Mr. Smith is one of three people nominated to fill a vacancy in the District of Columbia's Court of Appeals. Read more - Saturday, August 23, 2008
DC Appleseed Executive Director Quoted on ABC Local News about DC's Needle-Exchange Program
The District has launched a needle-exchange program. Walter Smith, the director of the DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice was quoted on ABC Channel 7 local news about the new program. Read more - Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Urban Institute Study Considered by Maryland Death Penalty Commission
An Urban Institute study has found that death-penalty cases cost taxpayers more money than similar cases that do not involve capital punishment. The Maryland Commission on Capital Punishment is holding hearings on the death penalty and considered the Institute's findings during a recent meeting covered by the Washington Post. Read more - Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Meyer Grantees Call for Increased Federal Involvement in Nonprofit Sector
DC Central Kitchen, the Council on Foundations, and the Independent Sector are mentioned in the Washington Post for advocating for increased Federal involvement in the nonprofit sector in the next administration. Read more - Tuesday, August 19, 2008
FRAC Finds that Summer Nutrition Programs Fall Short of Need
Many children that receive free or reduced-price lunches through the National School Lunch Program lose their access to the service during the summer months. The Washington Post mentions the Food and Research Action Center in a story that examines how the Federal summer nutrition program falls short of need. Read more - Tuesday, August 19, 2008
21st Century School Fund Director Quoted in Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
21st Century School Fund Executive Director Mary Filardo is quoted in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel as a national expert on urban school-building projects. Read more - Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Washington Business Journal Highlights Arena Stage's Local Economic Boost
The temporary relocation of Arena Stage to Crystal City is having a positive effect on the local economy and is featured in the Washington Business Journal. Read more - Monday, August 18, 2008
Northern Virginia Family Service Mention in Post Story on Immigrants' Job Satisfaction
The Washington Post reports that immigrants have job satisfaction despite fragile finances. Northern Virginia Family Service is mentioned for its job training programs. Read more - Friday, August 15, 2008
Maryland Charities Fear Fundraising Shortfall Amid Slow Economy
The Baltimore Sun reports that many Maryland charities fear that fundraising goals will not be reached due to the slowed economy. Trudy Jacobson, development director for the Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations is quoted in the Sun story. Read more - Friday, August 15, 2008
Washington Business Journal Reports on Partnership to Fund Early Education Initiative
The Washington Area Women's Foundation will manage one of the area's largest partnership between the business and nonprofit sectors. The Washington Business Journal reports on the partnership, tentatively titled the Early Care and Education Collaborative, which aims to raise at least $1 million annually for four years. Read more - Thursday, August 14, 2008
Brookings Institution Mentioned in Post Story on Census Projections
Census data predicts that minorities will be the majority by the year 2042. The Brookings Institution is mentioned in a Post story on the projections. Read more - Wednesday, August 13, 2008
WRAG and Nonprofit Roundtable Executives Quoted in Story on Resignation of United Way CEO
Charles Anderson, chief executive of the United Way of the National Capital Area has submitted his resignation and will be leaving his post on Friday. Tamara Copeland, president of the Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers and Chuck Bean, executive director of the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington are quoted in a Washington Post story on Anderson's departure. Read more - Wednesday, August 13, 2008
CASA de Maryland Mentioned in Post for Launch of Fundraising Campaign
The Washington Post mentioned CASA de Maryland for their launch of a fundraising campaign to assist those arrested in immigration raids. Read more - Wednesday, August 13, 2008
The Gazette Mentions Manna Food Center for its Increased Demand for Services
The Gazette mentioned Manna Food Center in a story on the struggle of food banks to keep up with increased demand for their services while facing a decrease in donations. Read more - Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Meyer Grantee Mentioned for Start of Work on Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
The Washington DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation is mentioned in the Washington Post. Work has begun on the memorial and additional money has been raised by the foundation. Read more - Monday, August 11, 2008
Area's Low-Income Seniors Account for 230,000 Unclaimed Stimulus Checks
The Examiner mentions the Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis (Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy) and Center on Budget and Policy Priorities in a story that finds that the region's low-income seniors account for 230,000 unclaimed Federal stimulus checks. Read more - Monday, August 11, 2008
CASA de Maryland Mentioned in Baltimore Sun for Bond Fund Drive
CASA de Maryland is mentioned in the Baltimore Sun for the start of its bond fund drive. Funds collected will go toward helping those arrested during raids to post bail while awaiting trial. Read more - Monday, August 11, 2008
Partnership for Prince George's County Awards its First Grants
The Washington Business Journal has announced that the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region's Partnership for Prince George's County will be awarding its first round of grants to 10 local nonprofits. Read more - Sunday, August 10, 2008
Head Chef of Miriam's Kitchen Featured on NPR Broadcast
NPR's Daniel Zwerdling interviewed Chef Steve Badt, who oversees the menu at Miriam's Kitchen. Read more - Saturday, August 9, 2008
Newnan Times-Herald Mentions DC Central Kitchen in Editorial on Local's Visit to the District
A Newnan, Georgia native visited Washington, DC and DC Central Kitchen as part of a leadership group-sponsored trip. The Newnam Times-Herald covers the visit in its Editorial section. Read more - Friday, August 8, 2008
Whitman-Walker Clinic's HIV Case Numbers Surge
The number of the Whitman-Walker Clinic's clients testing positive for HIV has increased by an unprecedented 232 percent. The Washington Blade highlights the efforts of the clinic to meet the needs of increased HIV cases. Read more - Thursday, August 7, 2008
Market Watch Announces Grants from Partnership for Prince George's County
Market Watch mentions the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region's announcement of grants from the Partnership for Prince George's County to ten nonprofits. Read more - Thursday, August 7, 2008
Brookings Institution Comments on Report Findings on Number Minority Children
A new report from the Migration Policy Institute finds that more than half of children age 4 and younger are minorities in the Washington area. The Washington Post features the report and the Brookings Institution's William Frey comments on the findings. Read more - Thursday, August 7, 2008
Maryland Attorney General to Serve as Honorary Chairman of Capital Area Food Bank
Maryland Attorney General Douglas F. Gansler will serve as honorary chairman of the Capital Area Food Bank. The Washington Post highlights the announcement in its Names in the News section. Read more - Wednesday, August 6, 2008
CASA de Maryland Mentioned for $1.5 Million Donation from Citgo Petroleum
CASA de Maryland is mentioned in the Washington Post and Examiner for receiving a donation of $1.5 million from Citgo Petroleum. Read more - Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Washington Business Journal Highlights the Work of N Street Village Executive Director
The Washington Business Journal features Mary Funke, executive director of N Street Village, in its latest issue. Read more - Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Brookings Instution Mentioned in Post Story on Effects of Increased Fuel Prices
The Washington Post quotes Bruce Katz, director of the Metropolitan Policy Program at the Brookings Institution in a story on the decrease of suburban migration due to high gas prices. Read more - Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Imagination Stage Featured in a Spot on Fox 5 News
Fox 5 news reporter Holly Morris provides an in-depth look at Imagination Stage. Read more - Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned for Grants Awarded by NBC Universal Foundation
The Patricia M. Sitar Center for the Arts and Covenant House Washington have been awarded more than $1 million in grants from the NBC Universal Foundation. NBC Channel 4 news announces the grants on their website. Read more - Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Article on Struggle of Immigrants to Maintain Health
Acccording to a Washington Post story, many Latino immigrants are adopting America's bad health habits. Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Care and La Clínica del Pueblo are mentioned in the story as helping immigrants get back on track to good health. Read more - Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Post Series on AIDS and Immigration Mentions the Work of Two Meyer Grantees
Stigma remains an obstacle for Latino immigrants in need of HIV/AIDS services. A Washington Post series on AIDS and immigration examines this stigma and mentions the work of the Whitman-Walker Clinic and La Clínica del Pueblo. Read more - Sunday, August 3, 2008
Meyer Foundation and WRAG Mentioned in Post Story that Details DCPS Funding Plan
The Washington Post details Chancellor Michelle Rhee's funding plan for DC's public school system. The Meyer Foundation is mentioned as being a member of the Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers (WRAG). Read more - Saturday, August 2, 2008
District Officials Reverse Decision to Turn Away Homeless
The Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless is mentioned in a Washington Post story on the District's decision to continue accepting men at the Franklin School shelter on K Street. The shelter is slated for closing on October 1, 2008. Read more - Friday, August 1, 2008
Lori Chatman Named President of Columbia, MD Chapter of Enterprise Community Partners Inc.
The Gazette announces the appointment of Lori Chatman as president of the Columbia, MD chapter of Enterprise Community Partners, Inc. Read more - Thursday, July 31, 2008
Washington Area Women's Foundation Mentioned in Post Story on Community Giving-Pools
Members of the African American Women's Giving Circle, administered by the Washington Area Women's Foundation pool their resources in a grass-roots effort to help community. The Washington Post reports on their giving. Read more - Thursday, July 31, 2008
Reston Interfaith Provides Homeless Families with Places to Live
The Washington Post features Reston Interfaith in a story on the work they do in helping families in need to find a place to live. Mentioned in the story is their Housing First program. Read more - Wednesday, July 30, 2008
New York Times Mentions Urban Institute in Story on Decrease of Homeless Population
A new government report has announced a decrease in the number of chronically homeless people. The Urban Institute is mentioned in a New York Times story on the decline. Read more - Wednesday, July 30, 2008
CASA de Maryland Mentioned in Story on College Park Language Proposal
A College Park, MD councilman has submitted a proposal to make English the City's official language. The Examiner mentions CASA de Maryland in a story on the language proposition. Read more - Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Story on Food Banks' Efforts to Meet Health Needs
Area food banks are re-thinking what they stock on their shelves to address health concerns. Bread for the City, Manna Food Center, and the Capital Area Food Bank are mentioned in the Washington Post for undertaking such efforts. Read more - Tuesday, July 29, 2008
La ClÃnica del Pueblo Featured in Post for Effort to Modernize Services
La Clínica del Pueblo is featured in the Washington Post for its efforts to modernize the services that it offers. Read more - Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Examiner Mentions Greater DC Cares in Story on Number of Volunteers in the Area
A new study shows that District residents spend more time volunteering than those in Maryland and Virginia. Billy Fettweis, a volunteer services coordinator at Greater DC Cares is mentioned in an Examiner story on the study results. Read more - Monday, July 28, 2008
Urban Alliance Graduation Ceremony Featured in Washington Post
The Washington Post featured Urban Alliance for its recent commencement ceremony, which honored 150 graduates of its program. Read more - Thursday, July 24, 2008
Latin American Youth Center Worker Honored by Post Columnist
On Friday, July 18th Keith Hines was shot and killed while sitting on his front porch in his Northwest, Washington, DC neighborhood. Mr. Hines worked as a group leader for the Latin American Youth Center. Washington Post reporter Marc Fisher honors Mr. Hine's work with the Center in his Potomac Confidential column. Read more - Thursday, July 24, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Story on DCPS Arts Plan
A Washington Post story on the District of Columbia Public School's arts plan mentions Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs and the 21st Century School Fund. There is concern that the new arts plan could cause a funding gap. Read more - Thursday, July 24, 2008
CASA de Maryland Featured in Baltimore Sun for New Public Art Project
The Baltimore Sun features CASA de Maryland's new public art project, which is a "floating museum" that will display miniature, model homes created by day laborers. Read more - Thursday, July 24, 2008
Meyer Grantee Quoted in Post Story on Foreclosure Crisis in MD
Chuck Bean, executive director of the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington, is quoted in a Washington Post story on how the foreclosure crisis is unfolding in Montgomery County. Read more - Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Nonprofit Roundtable's Chuck Bean Quoted in Examiner Article on Earmark Restrictions
The DC Council has eased earmark restrictions to help nonprofits. Chuck Bean, executive director of the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington is quoted in an Examiner story on the new measure. Read more - Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Meyer Grantee Mentioned in Post Story on DCPS Strategy to Use New School-Grade Model
Mary Levy of the Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs is quoted in the Washington Post in a story that looks at the plan to make DC schools start with pre-K through eighth grade. Read more - Monday, July 21, 2008
CASA de Maryland Mentioned in Post for Story on Montgomery County's Domestic Worker Bill
The Washington Post mentions CASA de Maryland in a story that provides an in-depth look at the group of women that helped form the domestic worker bill recently passed in Montgomery County, Maryland. Read more - Monday, July 21, 2008
Atlas Performing Arts Center Featured in Washington Post for Tap Show
The Washington Post features the Atlas Performing Arts Center for its new series of tap dancing shows. Read more - Monday, July 21, 2008
Capital Fringe Festival Features Diverse One-Man Shows
The Washington Post provides an overview of the Capital Fringe Festival's diverse cast of one-person shows. Read more - Monday, July 21, 2008
Meyer Grantee Appoints New President and Chief Executive
The Washington Post has published the announcement of Millicent Williams as the DC Children and Youth Investment Trust Corporation's new president and chief executive. Read more - Wednesday, July 16, 2008
CASA de Maryland Mentioned in Stories on Passing of Domestic Worker Bill
Montgomery County, Maryland has passed a bill to protect domestic workers. CASA de Maryland is mentioned in stories in the Baltimore Sun and Washington Post about the new measure. Read more - Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Letter to the Editor of Pittsburgh Morning Sun Mentions BoardSource
A letter to the editor published in the Pittsburgh Morning Sun quotes Linda Crompton, president and CEO of BoardSource. Read more - Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Arlington Sun Gazette Announces Meyer Grantees as County Grant Recipients
Teatro de la Luna and the Signature Theatre will each receive a grant from Arlington County. The announcement of the grant was mentioned in the Arlington Sun Gazette. Read more - Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Director of Housing Policy at Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Quoted in LA Tiimes
Barbara Sard, director of housing policy at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is quoted in a LA Times story on the aid package in Congress for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Read more - Monday, July 14, 2008
FRAC Study Mentioned in Post Story on Free Lunch Program
A study by the Food Research and Action Center (FRAC) is mentioned in a Washington Post story on the efforts to reach children in the summer months that are eligible for free lunches. Read more - Monday, July 14, 2008
Meyer Grantee Appoints Interim Executive Director
The Washington Post mentions the appointment of Ann Kenworthy as interim executive director of the Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations. Read more - Monday, July 14, 2008
New York Times Publishes Letter from Council on Foundations' President
The New York Times has printed a letter to the editor by Steve Gunderson, President and Chief Executive of the Council on Foundations on how philanthropy is innovative compared to public programs. Read more - Monday, July 14, 2008
DC Voice Mentioned in Examiner for Participation in Council Meeting
District public school students along with members of DC Voice voiced their concerns about feeling marginalized at a recent DC Council meeting. The Examiner mentioned the meeting which highlighted lack of communication between students and teachers. Read more - Monday, July 14, 2008
DC Voice Gets More Press Coverage for Participation in DC Council Meeting
DC Voice has received more press coverage for their students' participation in a recent DC Council meeting. The students voiced their concerns about feeling marginalized. Read more - Monday, July 14, 2008
Market Watch Mentions Meyer and Grantee for New Program
The Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington has announced the members of its inaugural class of emerging leaders for its new Future Executive Directors Fellowship. The Meyer Foundation is mentioned as a supporter of the program. Read more - Sunday, July 13, 2008
Washington Post Publishes Editorial by Urban Institute Researchers
The Washington Post has published an editorial by two researchers from the Urban Institute. The editorial by Martha Burt and Sam Hall examines what it will take to end homelessness in Washington, DC. Read more - Sunday, July 13, 2008
Pittsburgh Post Gazette Features Meyer Grantees in Story on DC Arts Scene
The Pittsburgh Post Gazette mentions the Woolly Mammoth Theatre, Arena Stage, Signature Theatre, Round House Theatre, and GALA Hispanic Theatre in a story on how Washington, DC is becoming a "theatre mecca". Read more - Friday, July 11, 2008
Capital Fringe Mentioned in Washington Post for New Headquarters
The Washington Post interviewed Julianne Brienza, executive director of Capital Fringe, about their new headquarters located in Northwest. Read more - Thursday, July 10, 2008
Ayuda Executive Director Quoted in Washington Post Story on Decline In Hispanic Population
Prince William County, Maryland is facing a decline in its Hispanic population. Ayuda executive director Mauricio Vivero is quoted in a Washington Post story that looks at how the county's illegal immigrant policy has contributed to the decline. Read more - Thursday, July 10, 2008
Whitman-Walker Clinic Mentioned for Plans to Sell Administrative Offices
The Washington Post features the Whitman-Walker Clinic for its plans to sell their administrative offices to the development firm JBG. The firm plans to build a mix of apartments and shops to replace the clinic's offices. Read more - Thursday, July 10, 2008
Meyer Grantee Mentioned in Examiner Story on DC Student Test Gains
Mary Levy, a project director at the Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs, is quoted in an Examiner story on the gains DC students made in both reading and math test scores. Read more - Thursday, July 10, 2008
Capital Fringe Festival Performer Interviewed by Examiner
Examiner reporter Leah Fabel spoke with Capital Fringe Festival performer Paul Mackie for the paper's Three-Minute Interview column. Read more - Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Latin American Youth Center Receives Mini-Grant from DC
The Examiner mentions the Latin American Youth Center in a story on the District awarding 25 mini-grants to local nonprofits to curb teen gang violence. The Center will use their grant to support its teen drop-in center for gang members and at-risk youth. Read more - Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Capital Fringe Gets Press Mentions for Upcoming Festival
The 2008 Capital Fringe Festival is taking place July 10-27th and has generated several press mentions. Read more - Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Manna Food Center Featured on NBC4 News
NBC Channel 4's Jim Handley featured Manna Food Center for its Smart Sacks Program in their "What's Working" segment. Read more - Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Meyer Foundation Mentioned in Earth Times for Grant Awarded to Nonprofit Group
The Meyer Foundation is mentioned in the Earth Times for its grant to the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Washington, DC. Read more - Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Meyer Grantee Mentioned in Post for Helping Day Laborers Collect Wages
The Washington Post mentions the Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs for their advocacy work in helping day laborers collect unpaid wages. Read more - Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Washington Post Mentions Meyer Grantees in Story on Mayoral Appointments
The Washington Post mentions the D.C. Children and Youth Investment Trust and DC Action for Children in a story on recent mayoral board appointments. The appointments have sparked several DC Council hearings. Read more - Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Urban Institute Senior Research Associate Quoted in Post Story on Police Checkpoints
Peter Tatian, a senior research associate with the Urban Institute, is quoted in a Washington Post story on the effects of the police checkpoints in DC's Trinidad neighborhood. Read more - Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Russell P. Allen Named as Chief Administrator of Washington Ballet
Russell P. Allen has been appointed as the chief administrator of the Washington Ballet. Read more - Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Senior Scholar at Institute for Policy Studies Pens Editorial Published in Hartford Courant
The Hartford Courant published an editorial written by Chuck Collins on the strain that private jets put on the air transport system. Mr. Collins is a senior scholar at the Institute for Policy Studies. Read more - Monday, July 7, 2008
Meyer Grantees Featured in Examiner Story on Need for DC Community College
The Examiner mentions the Brookings Institution and DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice for their new report which finds that DC residents suffer for the lack of a community college. Read more - Sunday, July 6, 2008
Miriam's Kitchen Mentioned in Post Editorial on Rising Food Costs
Arthur B. Keys Jr., president and chief executive of International Relief and Development, mentions Miriam's Kitchen in a Washington Post editorial on the effects of rising food costs on local nonprofits. Read more - Thursday, July 3, 2008
Ayuda Mentioned for Honoring Fairfax Police Chief
The Washington Post features Ayuda's birthday gala and honoring of Fairfax police chief David Rohrer. Read more - Thursday, July 3, 2008
Urban Institute Mentioned in Examiner for New Report on Subprime Mortgage Crisis
A new Urban Institute report finds that African Americans in DC bear the burden of subprime mortgages. The Examiner mentions the report in a story on the crisis. Read more - Thursday, July 3, 2008
Signature Theatre Mentioned in Post for Receipt of $300,000 Grant
The Washington Post features the Signature Theater in a story on their receipt of a $300,000 grant from the Shen Family Foundation. The grant will underwrite the work of three young composers. Read more - Thursday, July 3, 2008
Chuck Bean of Nonprofit Roundtable Interviewed on WAMU 88.5-FM
Faryl Ury of WAMU 88.5-FM interviewed Chuck Bean, executive director of the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington. The intervew was on the struggle of local nonprofits to keep up with the demand of those facing home foreclosure. Read more - Thursday, July 3, 2008
The Politico Covers DC Vote's Children's Rally
The Politico features DC Vote's children's rally, held July 3rd in front of the White House. The rally had DC Vote's young members advocating for fair representation. Read more - Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Financial Times Mentions Urban Institute in Editorial on Donor Expectations
The Urban Institute is mentioned by columnist Sean Stannard-Stockton in an editorial that urges donors to re-frame their expectations of nonprofits to allow for more creativity and innovation. Read more - Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Maryland Association of Nonprofits Mentioned in Sun for Growth
The Maryland Association of Nonprofits is mentioned in the Baltimore Sun for their recent report on the growth of the State's nonproft sector. Read more - Tuesday, July 1, 2008
CASA de Maryland Mentioned for Baltimore Protest of Arrests
CASA de Maryland held a rally today in Baltimore to protest an Immigration and Customs Enforement (ICE) raid on an Anne Arundel painting company. The raid resulted in the arrest of 75 illegal immigrants. The protest was covered in a number of media outlets. Read more - Sunday, June 29, 2008
Post Theatre Critic Mentions Woolly Mammoth Theatre for Strong Season
Washington Post theatre critic Peter Marks mentions Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company for having a strong run in his column that wraps up the just-ended Washington theatre season. Read more - Thursday, June 26, 2008
Gazette Mentions National Children Museum's New Partnership
The Gazette highlights the new partnership between the National Children's Museum and the Accokeek Foundation. The partnership will allow the two groups to share resources. Read more - Thursday, June 26, 2008
Washington Blade Mentions Impact of Cuts and Economy on Food and Friends
The Washington Blade mentions the impact of federal funding cuts and the lagging economy on the services offered by Food and Friends. Read more - Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Gazette Mentions Pyramid Atlantic's New Retail Store
Nonprofit arts center Pyramid Atlantic will be opening a new retail store in Silver Spring, MD. The Gazette highlights the opening of the store which will take place on July 11. Read more - Wednesday, June 25, 2008
DC Appleseed Gets Press Mentions for District Lawsuit Against CareFirst
DC officials have announced plans to file a lawsuit against CareFirst over their failure to donate millions to the community. DC Appleseed executive director Walter Smith is quoted in two articles on the lawsuit. Read more - Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Earth Conservation Corps Mentioned for Poplar Point Plans
Earth Conservation Corps, part of a coalition of environmental groups, has plans to sue the District and federal government over development at Poplar Point. Washington Post columnist Marc Fisher and the Washington Business Journal mention the lawsuit. Read more - Monday, June 23, 2008
LifeStarts Youth and Family Service Mentioned in Times for Mentoring Program
The Washington Times mentions LifeStarts Youth and Family Service's in-school mentoring program. Read more - Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Asian American LEAD Mentioned in Gazette for Naming New Executive Director
Asian American LEAD has named Rosetta Lai as its new executive director. The Gazette features Ms. Lai's promotion in its Business Notes section. Read more - Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Examiner Mentions Meyer Grantees in Article on Effects of Rising Cost of Gasoline
The Examiner mentions the Jewish Social Services Agency and the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington in a story on the effects of the rising cost of gasoline on nonprofit services. Read more - Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Meyer Grantee Mentioned in Post Story on Pew Charitable Trusts' New Office Building
Pew Charitable Trusts has acquired a 10-story office building and will be leasing 90 percent of the space at below-market rates to nonprofit groups. A Washington Post post story highlights Pew's acquisition and mentions the Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington for its 2007 report on the number of national and international nonprofits that serve the greater Washington area. Read more - Tuesday, June 17, 2008
DC College Access Program Highlighted in Post for Supporting Recent Graduates
The Washington Post highlighted the accomplishments of 100 recent college graduates. The graduates were a part of the DC College Access Program which supported the students during high school and college. Read more - Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Examiner Mentions CASA de Maryland for Involvement in Meeting Between Residents and Police Officials
The Examiner mentions CASA de Maryland in a story on the rise of immigrant-related tensions in the areas of Langley Park and Takoma Park, Maryland. CASA de Maryland is mentioned as particpating in a meeting between residents and police officials to address the tension. Read more - Monday, June 16, 2008
Meyer Grantees' Announcement of New Executive Directors Mentioned in Post
Glen O'Gilvie has been named the new chief executive of the Center for Nonprofit Advancement and Rosetta Lai has been named Asian American LEAD's new executive director. Both are mentioned in the Washington Post's Business Appointments section. Read more - Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Meyer Grantee Mentioned for a New Partnership in Washington Business Journal
The Washington Business Journal highlights the partnership between the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region and a new nonprofit called The Stakeholders. The groups are partnering in an effort to get both baby boomers and young philanthropists to donate $100,000 over the next year. Read more - Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Step Afrika! Dancers Interviewed on WUSA-9
WUSA-9 anchor Andrea Roane interviewed dancers from Step Afrika! about their new performance currently showing at the Atlas Theatre. Read more - Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Washington Post Mentions Meyer Grantees' Comments on Tony Gittens Leaving Arts Commission
Tony Gittens, part of the Washington, DC arts scene since the 1960s is leaving his post as executive director of the Commission on the Arts and Humanities. LifePieces to Masterpieces and the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington are mentioned in the Washington Post with comments as to how Mr. Gittens has helped their organizations. Read more - Wednesday, June 11, 2008
The Foundation Center is Mentioned in the Miami County Republic for its Fundraising Seminar
The Miami County Republic highlights the use of mini-grants to help small business owners. One small-business owner is mentioned for using her grant to attend a fundraising seminar at the Foundation Center. Read more - Tuesday, June 10, 2008
CASA de Maryland Mentioned in Examiner Story on Police Slaying in Montgomery County
The Examiner mentions CASA de Maryland in an article on a police slaying in Montgomery County, MD. The shooting has raised tensions in a mostly Latino neighborhood. Read more - Monday, June 9, 2008
Meyer Grantees Announce Need for DC Community College
DC Appleseed, DC Fiscal Policy Institute, and the Brookings Institution are mentioned for their announcement of the need for a DC community college. The announcement comes as a result of the Brookings report "Envisioning Opportunity: Three Options for a Community College in Washington, D.C." Read more - Friday, June 6, 2008
Meyer Grantee Mentioned in Gazette for New Report on Budget Power in Maryland
The Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations is mentioned in The Gazette for its new report that analyzes the balance of budgeting power in the State of Maryland. Read more - Friday, June 6, 2008
Gazette Mentions CASA de Maryland for Expansion Plans
The Gazette mentions CASA de Maryland for their plans to open a fifth day-laborer site in Langley Park, MD in an article on the increase in the number of temporary workers in the area. Read more - Friday, June 6, 2008
Glen O'Gilvie Named CEO of Center for Nonprofit Advancement
The Washington Business Journal features the Center for Nonprofit Advancement's appointment of Glen O'Gilvie as its new Chief Executive Officer. Read more - Wednesday, June 4, 2008
CASA de Maryland Mentioned in Examiner for their Consideration of Hiring Security
The Examiner highlights CASA de Maryland's potential hiring of a security firm after recent threats were made to the group. Read more - Wednesday, June 4, 2008
CASA de Maryland Receives Coverage for Reporting Threatening Calls
Montgomery County, MD detectives are currently investigating a number of threatening phone calls and emails made to CASA de Maryland. Read more - Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Blackrock Center for the Arts Featured in Gazette For its After-School Program
The Gazette features the Blackrock Center for the Arts for their after-school dance program. The program aims to promote fine arts in the suburbs and runs dance classes out of elementary schools. Read more - Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Urban Institue Study on Massachusetts's Health Care Program Featured in Post
An Urban Institue study that praises Massachusetts's universal health-care program is featured in the Washington Post. The report, Impacts of Reform in Massachusetts at One Year, analyzes the costs and effects of the plan which aims to increase access to affordable, high-quality health care. Read more - Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Meyer Grantee Mentioned in Post for Story on Increase in Number of DC Children Moved to Foster Care
The Foster and Adoptive Parent Advocacy Center is mentioned in a Washington Post article on the increase in number of DC children being removed from their homes by social workers. Read more - Monday, June 2, 2008
Bread for the City's Executive Director Interviewed on WAMU-88.5 FM
George Jones, executive director of Bread for the City, was interviewed on WAMU 88.5 FM's Kojo Nnamdi show. Guest host Marc Fisher from the Washington Post, conducted the interview which examined the local effects of the global food crisis. Read more - Thursday, May 29, 2008
Casa de Maryland Mentioned in Examiner Article on Popular Day Laborer Location in Silver Spring
The Examiner mentions Casa de Maryland in a story about a popular day laborer meet-up location in Silver Spring. Read more - Thursday, May 29, 2008
Meyer Grantees Advocate to Speed Up Citizenship Process
The Examiner mentions Casa de Maryland and Tenants and Workers United for their advocating efforts to state and local governments to speed up the process of legal permanent residents becoming citizens. Read more - Thursday, May 29, 2008
Post Features DC Vote For Effort to Secure City Funds
The DC Council is set to vote on its budget, which includes $500,000 set to go to DC Vote for lobbying and outreach efforts. The Washington Post features DC Votes' role in the budget. Read more - Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Human Rights First Featured in Post for New Report
Human Rights First is mentioned in the Washington Post for their new report "In Pursuit of Justice". The report examines terrorism prosecutions at Guantanamo Bay. Read more - Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Article on Effect of Increased Grocery Costs on Food Stamp Recipients
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities and the Capital Area Food Bank are mentioned in a Washington Post story on rising food costs. With the cost of basic groceries rising, the purchasing power of food stamps is shrinking. Read more - Monday, May 26, 2008
Meyer Grantee Mentioned in Post Article on Revamped DCPS Budget Formula
DC Schools Chancellor Michelle Rhee has changed the DC Public Schools' funding formula in an effort to increase transparency. The Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs is mentioned in a Washington Post article on the new budget formula. Read more - Saturday, May 24, 2008
DC Central Kitchen Featured for Use of Local Produce
In an effort to reduce its food costs, DC Central Kitchen is buying much of its produce from local farmers. The Washington Post features this effort and includes quotes from Executive Director Mike Curtin, Jr. Read more - Friday, May 23, 2008
Post Mentions Recipients of Linowes Leadership Award
The Washington Post mentions the four recipients of the 2008 Linowes Leadership Award in its regional briefing section. The award is an honor given by the Community Foundation for the National Capital Region. Read more - Friday, May 23, 2008
WBJ Mentions Meyer Grantees in Story on Effects of Slow Economy on Local Nonprofits
Life Pieces to Masterpieces and the Community Foundation of the National Capital are mentioned in a Washington Business Journal story on the effects of increased rent and gas prices on the operations of local nonprofits. Read more - Friday, May 23, 2008
Bright Beginnings Highlighted for Expansion of Services
Bright Beginnings is featured in a Washington Post article for the expansion of its evening care program. Betty Jo Gaines, executive director, is quoted in the story. Read more - Thursday, May 22, 2008
WAMU News FM 88.5 Interviews Meyer Grantees in Series on Increased Demand for Nonprofit Services
WAMU broadcast a two-part series on the struggle of local nonprofits to keep up with increased demand for their services. The series featured interviews with Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers' President Tamara Copeland and Community Foundation for the National Capital Region's President Terri Freeman. Read more - Thursday, May 22, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Examiner Editorial on DC Republican Party
DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice and DC Fiscal Policy Institute (Center on Budget and Policy Priorities) are mentioned in an Examiner editorial focusing on the DC Republican Party. Read more - Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Manna Food Center Featured in Spot on NBC4 News
Manna Food Center in Rockville was featured on NBC4 news. Reporter Keith Garvin did on-site reporting and interviews with Manna staff on the increase of the number of people needing their services. Read more - Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Food Research and Action Center Mentioned in Post Series on Childhood Obesity
The Washington Post is publishing a series of articles on childhood obesity. The Food Research and Action Center is mentioned for their Healthy Corner Stores initiative. Read more - Monday, May 19, 2008
Casa de Maryland's Exeuctive Director Interviewed on WAMU-FM on Diversity in Silver Spring
Casa de Maryland's executive director Gustavo Torres is featured in a story on WAMU-FM on diversity in Silver Spring. WAMU reporter Faryl Ury spoke with Mr. Torres during a site session at The Council on Foundations' Philanthropy Summit. Read more - Sunday, May 18, 2008
Post Editorial Mentions Meyer Grantees in Examination of Adult Education Needs in DC School Reform
A Washington Post editorial highlights the need for adult education priorities in the DC school reform. DC Appleseed and the DC Fiscal Policy Institute (Center on Budget and Policy Priorities) are mentioned for their Hometown Prosperity report. Read more - Saturday, May 17, 2008
Washington Lawyers' Committee Mentioned in Post in Article on Pay Exploitation Lawsuit
A Washington Post article on local immigrants' pay exploitation lawsuit mentions Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs. Read more - Friday, May 16, 2008
Meyer Grantees Featured in Post Article on Reactions to United Way's Shift in Funding Priorities
The United Way has announced that it will reprioritize its funding focus to three core areas: eduction, income, and health. The Washington Post highlights the reaction to the funding shift in an article that mentions the Cultural Alliance for Greater Washington, Arena Stage, Nonprofit Roundtable, and Capital Area Food Bank. Read more - Thursday, May 15, 2008
Washington Post Features Opening of New Mary's Center Site in Silver Spring
The Washington Post features the opening of a new Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Care in Silver Spring, Maryland. The Latin American Youth Center and CentroNia are also mentioned as groups that have locations serving Maryland suburbs. Read more - Thursday, May 15, 2008
Meyer Grantees Mentioned in Post Article on Local Food Drive
Manna Food Center is featured in a Washington Post article for its 'Stuff the Bus' food drive. The Capital Area Food Bank and Bread for the City are also mentioned as organizations facing an increase in the number of individuals seeking assistance. Read more - Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Examiner Highlights influx of Teach for America Instructors to DC Schools
The Examiner mentions Teach for America in article on the record number of the program's participants that will be placed in District schools next year. Read more - Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Leadership Greater Washington featured in Post for Youth Development Program
The Washington Post features Leadership Greater Washington for its youth development program. Read more - Monday, May 12, 2008
Meyer Foundation and Grantees Mentioned in Post Editorial on 9/11 Survivors' Fund
The Meyer Foundation, along with the Community Foundation for the National Capitol Region and Northern Virginia Family Services is mentioned in a Washington Post editorial on the closure of the 9/11 survivors' fund. Read more - Friday, May 9, 2008
Washington Post Features Teatro de la Luna's Director Mario Marcel
Teatro de la Luna's director Mario Marcel is featured in the Washington Post. GALA Hispanic Theatre is also mentioned as Marcel's former employer. Read more - Friday, May 9, 2008
Meyer Grantee Mentioned in Post Article on Impact of Potential Taxes and Fees on Virginia Residents
The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis (Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy) is mentioned in a Washington Post article on the impact of potential taxes and fees on low-income Virginia residents. Read more - Friday, May 9, 2008
Meyer Grantees Awarded Funds as Part of Healthy Communities Program
The District has received a grant from the General Mills Foundation's Healthy Communities initiative. The Mayor's Commission on Food and Nutrition will distribute grants from this fund to a number of local organizations, including Brainfood and the Young Women's Project. The Washington Post highlights this announcement in its District Briefings section. Read more - Thursday, May 8, 2008
Arena Stage Gets Post Mention in Article on Presentation of Arthur Miller Plays
A number of local theatres are currently running Arthur Miller Plays. Arena Stage is mentioned as one such theatre in a Washington Post article. Read more - Thursday, May 8, 2008
Arena Stage's Temporary Relocation Benefits Local Economy
Local businesses in Crystal City are benefitting from the temporary relocation of Arena Stage to the area. A Washington Post article highlight's the theatre's economic impacts. Read more - Tuesday, May 6, 2008
CASA de Maryland Mentioned in Post Article on Immigrant Tension in Frederick
CASA de Maryland is mentioned in a Washington Post article that highlights the illegal immigration crackdown emerging in Frederick, Maryland. Read more - Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Examiner Quotes DC Appleseed Executive Director in Article on Pullout of CareFirst in Healthy DC Initiative
Walter Smith, executive director of DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justice is quoted in The Examiner in a story on the pullout of CareFirst in the evolving Healthy DC Initiative. The initiative would provide low cost insurance to approximately 25,000 uninsured DC residents. Read more - Sunday, May 4, 2008
Bread for the City is Mentioned in Post Article on Use of City Repair Fund
The Washington Post is running a series, Forced Out, on local landlord-tenant issues. Bread for the City is mentioned in one of the series' articles on the misuse of a city repair fund to fix dilapidated buildings. Read more - Saturday, May 3, 2008
Manna Food Center Highlighted on WAMU's Marketplace Money Radio Show
Manna Food Center in Rockville, Maryland was featured on WAMU 88.5 FM's Marketplace Money. Read more - Friday, May 2, 2008
Center for Nonprofit Advancement Mention in Washington Business Journal on Search for New Leaders
The Center for Nonprofit Advancement is featured in the Washington Business Journal in an article on the search for new nonprofit leaders. Read more - Thursday, May 1, 2008
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Mentioned in Post for New Report on Income Disparity in Maryland
A new report, Pulling Apart, from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities finds that the income gap between the wealthiest and poorest families has "increased sharply" in Maryland in recent years. A Washington Post article examines the report. Read more - Thursday, May 1, 2008
Washington Post Article Mentions Meyer Grantee in Article on Hurdles Faced in Applying for Colleges
DC College Access Program is mentioned in a Washington Post article on the challenges that DC students face during the college application process. Read more - Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Ayuda Mentioned for New Partnership to Fight Human Trafficking
Ayuda is mention in Washington Post's Reliable Source column for its new partnership with the Inter-American Development Bank and the Ricky Martin Foundation to combat human trafficking in the DC region. Read more - Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Capital Area Food Bank's New Facility Plans Featured in Post
Construction on a new facility for the Capital Area Food Bank will begin in June and local philanthropists have raised $28.7 million for the project. A Washington Post article gives details on the new facility plans. Read more - Tuesday, April 29, 2008
The Examiner Interviews Bread for the City's Executive Director George Jones
The Examiner's Susan Ferrechio interviewed George Jones, executive director of Bread for the City for its 3-minute interview column. Read more - Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Post Article Features Meyer Grantee's Rehabilitation of Southeast Apartment Building
The Washington Post features the Community Preservation and Development Corporation's $73 million apartment rehabilitation project. Read more - Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Meyer Grantees Honored with Helen Hayes Awards
The Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, Signature Theatre, and Arena Stage were honored for their work at the 24th Annual Helen Hayes Awards. Read more - Sunday, April 27, 2008
Ayuda Executive Director Quoted in Post Article on Efforts of Local Groups to Deter Illegal Immigration
Mauricio Vivero, executive director of Ayuda, is quoted in a Washington Post article on the efforts of local neighborhood groups to deter illegal immigration. Read more - Friday, April 25, 2008
Washington Post Mentions Bread for the City in Article on Expanded Funds for Needle Exchange
Bread for the City will recieve funds from the District for a needle exchange program. The Washington Post highlights the expansion of funds for such efforts, allowed after Congress lifted its ban on using DC tax dollars to provide clean needles to drug addicts. Read more - Friday, April 25, 2008
Examiner and Post Feature Study on Demographics of DC Public Schools Conducted by Meyer Grantees
A study by the 21st Century School Fund, Brookings Institution, and Urban Institute that looks at racial homogeneity in DC schools is featured in the Examiner and Washington Post. Read more - Thursday, April 24, 2008
Meyer Grantees Featured in Post Article on Efforts to Secure Additional Funding for Rent Supplement Program
A Washington Post article features the efforts of the Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development, Jubilee Housing, and Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless (Fair Budget Coalition). These groups have come together to advocate for an additional $15 million for the D.C. Housing Authority's Local Rent Supplement Program. Read more - Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Frederick Times Arcticle Features Partnership Between Reston Interfaith and Freddie Mac Foundation
A Frederick Times article features the work Reston Interfaith's new initiative, Housing OpportUnities Strengthens Everyone (HOUSE), which works to prevent and end homelessness. The initiative is made possible, in part, by at $500,000 investment by the Freddie Mac Foundtion. Read more - Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Interfaith Works' Volunteer of the Year Featured in Maryland Gazette
The Maryland Gazette has a feature article on Interfaith Works' (formerly Community Ministry of Montgomery County) 2008 Volunteer of the Year Award winner Jenny Nachbar. Read more - Monday, April 21, 2008
WTOP News FM-103.5 Highlights the Efforts of Piedmont Environmental Council in Oppostion of New Power Lines
The Piedmont Environmental Council was featured by radio personality Hank Silverberg on WTOP FM-103.5. The news mention featured the group's opposition to the building of new power lines in the area. Read more - Sunday, April 20, 2008
Washington Post Columnist Highlights the Efforts of Action in Montgomery
Washington Post metro-columnist Marc Fisher highlights the efforts of Action in Montgomery to renovate community centers in Montgomery County, Maryland. Read more - Saturday, April 19, 2008
Washington Post Mentions Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development in Article on Gentrification
A Washington Post article on two women's fight to keep their apartment in the Mt. Pleasant neighborhood of Washington, DC mentions the Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development. The article also discusses the broader effects of gentrification in this location. Read more - Monday, April 14, 2008
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities and DC Appleseed's Poverty Study Gets Press Mentions
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities and DC Appleseed Center for Law and Justiced has released a study, Hometown Prosperity: Increasing Opportunity for D.C.'s Low-Income Working Families. This study, which highlights the impacts of the DC's recent economic boom on residents has received a number of press mentions. Read more - Monday, April 14, 2008
Young Women's Project Event Highlight in Examiner
The Examiner highlights the Young Women's Project forum for teen girls struggling with violence, poverty and pregnancy. Read more - Monday, April 14, 2008
Capital Area Food Bank Featured in Post Article on Volunteer Farm Program
The Capital Area Food Bank is mentioned as a reciepient of donations from a volunteer-run farm in Virginia. The farm supplies donations to more than 430 food banks. Read more - Sunday, April 13, 2008
Washington Nationals' Neighborhood Initiative Supports Earth Conservation Corps
A Washington Post article quotes Earth Conservation Corps president Glen O'Gilvie on the Washington Nationals' support of the organization. The Washington Nationals' Dream Foundation will provide funding to the corps for the next three years. Read more - Saturday, April 12, 2008
Boston Globe Editorial Mentions Human Rights First
An editorial on the Guantanamo military prison in Cuba by Boston Globe columnist Derrick Z. Jackson mentions Human Rights First. Read more - Thursday, April 10, 2008
Arena Stage Highlighted for its Expanded Season
A Washington Post article features Arena Stage and its expanded season from eight to ten productions. The article also highlights the theatre's temporary transition to Arlington. Read more - Thursday, April 10, 2008
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Mentioned in Examiner Article on Growing Wealth Disparity
The Examiner mentions new analysis from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities on the growing income gap between the wealthiest and poorest families in DC, Virginia, and Maryland. Read more - Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Washington Post Article on Fenty School Proposal Mentions DC Voice
In a Washington Post article, DC Voice is mentioned as one of the groups opposed to Mayor Adrian Fenty's proposal to eliminate school budget hearings. The hearings take place each year and are inteneded to gather public comment before the budget is sent to the District Council. Read more - Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Casa de Maryland's Executive Director Quoted in Article on Effects of Housing Market on Laborers
Casa de Maryland's executive director, Gustavo Torres, is quoted in a Maryland Gazette article on the effects of the sluggish housing market on day laborers. Read more - Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Capital Area Food Bank and Manna Food Center Mentioned in Post Article on Effects of Economic Downturn
A Washington Post article highlights the effects of the slowing economy on food banks. The Capital Area Food Bank and Manna Food Center are mentioned as such organizations facing both increased need for food assistance and increasing cost to provide it. Read more - Friday, April 4, 2008
Action in Montgomery Successful in Securing Council Member Support for Community Centers' Renovations
The Washington Post highlights the success of Action in Montgomery in securing support for the renovations of five community centers in historically black neighborhoods. Alisa Glassman, lead organizer of Action in Montgomery, is quoted in the briefing that states that five Montgomery County Council members have committed to backing funding of the renovations. Read more - Monday, March 31, 2008
Deputy Director of Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Quoted in Washington Post Article
Iris J. Lav, deputy director of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities was quoted in a Washington Post article that explains the impacts of state budget cuts on low-income populations. Read more - Sunday, March 30, 2008
CEO of Capital Area Food Bank Interviewed on CNN
Lynne Brantley, President and CEO of the Capital Area Food Bank, was interviewed by CNN News Correspondent Kate Bolduan. The story focuesd on the effects of high fuel costs and a weak US dollar on donations to food banks. Read more - Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Signature Theatre has Show Headed to Broadway
The Signature Theatre's 'Glory Days' is heading to the Circle in the Square Theatre in New York. The Washington Post highlights this rare event of a play being transferred from Washington to Broadway. Read more - Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Meyer Grantee Highlighted in Article on Anne Frank House, Inc. in Northwest Current
Jane Stein, co-president of the Community Council for the Homeless at Friendship Place, is quoted in an article in the Northwest Current. The article is about the 20th Anniversary of Anne Frank House, Inc., which is a partner-organization of the Council. Read more - Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Washington Post Article Mentions CASA de Maryland
A Washington Post article on the climate toward illegal immigrants in Maryland includes quotes from CASA de Maryland staff. Read more - Friday, March 21, 2008
Washington Post Article on DC Schools' '09 Budget Mentions Meyer Grantee
Mary Levy, director of the Public Education Reform Project of the Washington Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs, is quoted in a Washington Post article on the DC Schools' 2009 Budget. Read more - Thursday, March 20, 2008
Maryland Gazette Features Round House Theatre's Youth Acting Program
The Round House Theatre and the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County sponsor an acting class for at-risk youth. A Maryland Gazette article features the program and highlights its impact on the community it serves. Read more - Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Alexandria Gazette Highlights Community Lodgings' Role in Wing Dedication
An Alexandria Gazette article highlights Community Lodgings' role in the new wing of the Fifer Family Learning Center. The new wing is named after Helen S. Lewis, a twenty year board member of Community Lodgings. Read more - Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Arts for the Aging Featured in Article about the Health Benefits of Creative Activity
In a Washington Post article, Bethesda-based Arts for the Aging is featured in an article about the health benefits of creative activity in the elderly. Read more - Wednesday, March 5, 2008
LifeSTARTS Featured in Post Story on Social Needs of DC Schools
Robert Pierre from The Washington Post highlights the efforts of LifeSTARTS in-school team at Johnson Middle School. Read more - Friday, February 1, 2008
Betty Jo Gaines Selected As a Washingtonian of the Year
Betty Jo Gaines, Executive Director of Bright Beginnings and a 2006 Meyer Foundation Exponent Award recipient, was selected as one of this year's Washingtonians of the Year by Washingtonian Magazine. Read more - Thursday, January 17, 2008
Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless Staffer Quoted in Washington Post Article
Sarah Mahin, Director of Development and Communications of the Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless, was quoted in an article about Montgomery County's expansion of efforts to help the homeless. Read more - Friday, January 4, 2008
Metro Connection Features Meyer Grantees DC Vote, Arena Stage
WAMU 88.5 FM's Rosiland Jordan interviewed DC Vote Executive Director Ilir Zherka for a series on the Meyer Foundation's 2007 Exponent Awards recipients. Read more - Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Youth Advisers Bring Order and an Empathetic Ear
Curtis Watkins, founder and executive director of LifeStarts (formerly known as the East Capitol Center for Change), a nonprofit organization in Southeast Washington that administers the Violence-Free Zone program, was featured in the Washington Post in an article about youth advisers helping at-risk students. Read more
