Thrive DC

12/28/2022

Coming off a year full of growth, change, and accomplishment, we’re looking forward to 2023! Swipe to learn what our big goals are for this upcoming year!

12/27/2022

Give the Gift of Hope

Looking into the new year, what are your 2023 resolutions?

For Thrive DC, it's providing even more clients with the basic necessesities like food, shelter, and safety. If one of your resolutions is making a difference, support Thrive DC's clients by giving the Gift of Hope today!

Visit www.thrivedc.org/giftofhope/ to learn more about the impact your gift can make!

12/25/2022

Thrive DC wants to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays this year!

We are so grateful for your continued support of our mission to end homelessness in DC. Our ability to be a constant source of hope for individuals in crisis is because of YOUR generosity!

12/23/2022

Meet Our New Grants Coordinator, Gary Hines! - Thrive DC

Please meet our new Grants Coordinator, Gary Hines! We are so excited for him to join the Thrive DC family.

Learn about Gary:

Please welcome Gary Hines, our newest addition to the Thrive DC family! Gary will work on the Development Team as our Grants Coordinator. We are thrilled to have him join! Gary is native to Washington, DC and just moved back to the city from the Shenandoah Valley after living there for 9 years. With...

12/22/2022

This weekend, we may face the coldest Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in DC since 1989.

With lows in the teens and highs in the upper 20s, most of us will spend the weekend inside, doing everything we can to avoid the cold. But these temperatures pose a serious health threat to our homeless neighbors spending the weekend outside, without shelter or escape from the cold.

As you head into the holiday weekend, please keep an eye out for our community members living on the streets. If you see someone who seems unresponsive, call the Direct Shelter Hotline immediately, which runs 24/7 during hypothermia season: (202) 399-7093.

Thank you for your concern about the safety, health, and wellbeing of our clients. If you want to help us keep people off the streets for good, make a gift today!

12/22/2022

This weekend, we may face the coldest Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in DC since 1989.

With lows in the teens and highs in the upper 20s, most of us will spend the weekend inside, doing everything we can to avoid the cold. But these temperatures pose a serious health threat to our homeless neighbors spending the weekend outside, without shelter or escape from the cold.

As you head into the holiday weekend, please keep an eye out for our community members living on the streets. If you see someone who seems unresponsive, call the Direct Shelter Hotline immediately, which runs 24/7 during hypothermia season: (202) 399-7093.

Thank you for your concern about the safety, health, and wellbeing of our clients. If you want to help us keep people off the streets for good, make a gift today at the link in our bio.

12/22/2022

Give the Gift of Hope

This weekend, we wish you all a happy holidays.

As you give gifts to loved ones and friends, we ask that you consider giving a gift to your DC neighbors who need food, shelter, and support.

Your gift provides food, warmth, and most of all hope. Visit www.thrivedc.org/giftofhope/ to learn more about the life-changing difference your gift can make.

Happy holidays!

12/21/2022

Thanks to everyone who joined us for our holiday party on Saturday! A good time was had by all. While we’re happy to report that we met our fundraising goal for , there is still time to donate. Visit the link in our bio for more details and to support a great cause.

Wishing you all safe travels and a happy holiday season!

12/21/2022

At Thrive DC, the holiday season inspires us to reflect on the year and remember everything we are grateful for. Who are you grateful for? Let us know in the comments!

12/20/2022

Give the Gift of Hope

Coming home from incarceration can be extremely difficult. There are so many barriers--one of which is finding a job with a criminal record.

When you give a gift to Thrive DC, you help train a returning citizen in today's in-demand skills, so they can get a job and rebuild their life.

Visit www.thrivedc.org/giftofhope/ to learn how you can be a part of someone's reentry journey today.

12/19/2022

Volunteers needed across the DMV this holiday season

This holiday season, consider giving your time to serve individuals in crisis.

We’re big believers in self-care, but we also know the importance of giving back.

12/19/2022

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12/19/2022

Did you get the latest style of coat or a new scarf for the holidays, but don't know what to do with your gently used one you already had?

Thrive DC is hosting our annual winter gear distribution this January, and we are looking for donations and volunteers to help make this event possible. Donate your gently used or new winter weather gear and give the gift of warmth to a DC neighbor this holiday season.

Visit www.thrivedc.org/coatdrive/ to learn more.

12/16/2022

Will you be sitting by the fireplace and drinking hot chocolate this upcoming holiday season?

It's a classic scene -- the fireplace, the hot chocolate. It's all about warmth, staying inside during the chilly wintertime.

But for many of our clients who do not have a home to call their own, staying warm is a not an idyllic winter scene, but a daily battle.

Thrive DC's annual winter coat distribution provides these clients with the winter gear that will help keep them healthy and safe during this time. We are seeking coats and other winter gear for this distribution. Visit https://www.thrivedc.org/coatdrive/ to see how you can help.

12/15/2022

Give the Gift of Hope

How often do you shower? Or do your laundry?

For our clients, these basic necessities can be hard to come by. Thrive DC knows these services are critical to maintaining health and hygeine, so we provide showers and laundry on a consistent schedule, so our clients always have a reliable place to go.

But to keep these services running this winter, we need your help. For just $38, we can provide showers and laundry for a whole month.

Visit https://www.thrivedc.org/giftofhope/ to learn how you can keep a DC neighbor clean and healthy this winter.

12/14/2022

Recently, Mayor Bower and the Office of Race Equity (ORE) announced DC’s first-ever Racial Equity Plan. Housing accessibility, affordability, and safety have always been tied to race, especially in DC. This plan notes some of those ties and looks at how to address systemic inequality in those areas. Swipe to learn more!

12/13/2022

Give the Gift of Hope

Give the Gift of Hope this holiday season. Visit https://www.thrivedc.org/giftofhope/ to learn more.

12/12/2022

This week’s comes from Development Intern, Ellie!

As we look forward to the upcoming holidays, many people seek to spend time with friends and family. Unfortunately, for some of our clients, this season can be a painful time, as the situations they have been through have led to isolation from their own families and friends.

But just as it is hard to miss people during the holidays, I’ve also seen how Thrive DC brings our clients together during this time.

A few weeks ago we had our Thanksgiving meal. We had one of our biggest in-person crowds since we re-opened dine-in meals post-pandemic. As clients came in, they sat down at the gold-tablecloth covered tables, waving over their friends and introducing themselves to clients they didn’t know. When it was time to begin serving the food, one client asked if he could pray over the meal, which he did with hearty enthusiasm.

As they ate, clients shared well-wishes with the staff and volunteers in between laughing and chatting among themselves.

It’s moments like these that really demonstrate what Thrive means when we say our organization doesn’t just provide necessary services, it provides community–which is a necessity in itself.

12/09/2022

The Revised Criminal Code Act makes necessary reforms in the DC criminal code. But for Thrive, this bill isn’t the end of the road. Read our blog to learn what else we’d like to see done for justice reform: https://www.thrivedc.org/thrive-dc-supports-the-revised-criminal-code-act-rcca/

12/08/2022

Want to help combat food insecurity this holiday season? Check out these DMV organizations

Shoutout to The Eagle for featuring us in their DMV nonprofit roundup of places to volunteer or donate this holiday season!

The holidays are approaching so quickly, and while it's a joy-filled time for many people, for others it's a time that highlights food insecurity and financial instability.

For many individuals, Thrive DC is the last safety net. But we're seeing increased demand for winter weather gear, increased financial stress from inflation, and we need your support to meet these needs.

Check out The Eagle's article https://www.theeagleonline.com/article/2022/12/roundup-consider-joining-these-organizations-as-they-combat-poverty-and-food-insecurity and then hop on over to https://www.thrivedc.org/donate/ to learn how your volunteer shift or donation gift can make a huge difference in a client's life.

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12/08/2022

You make a difference. You, the person reading this. Every day you interact with coworkers, the environment, the people you love, strangers on the street. And you make a difference--their lives would not be the same without you.

At Thrive DC, our clients' lives would not be the same without our volunteers and donors. Your time and your donations make a real, life-changing difference every day.

So, join the team. We are in need of donations and volunteers for our coat drive this winter. Let's make a difference together.

Visit https://www.thrivedc.org/coatdrive/ to learn more.

12/07/2022

14 Ways To Give Back This Holiday Season Around D.C.

Thrive DC is so proud to be featured in The DCist's holiday volunteer opportunities showcase!

With the holidays approaching, all of us at Thrive DC are pushing to ensure that every individual who comes to our doors has access to hot food, warm showers, emergency groceries, and hope for the future. Join us in this mission and give the gift of hope to a DC neighbor.

Check out The DCist's feature here https://dcist.com/story/22/12/05/holiday-season-volunteer-give-back-charity-dc/ and explore volunteer opportunities at Thrive DC https://www.thrivedc.org/volunteer/!

You can bring holiday meals, winter clothes, and gifts to families across the region.

12/07/2022

The DC City Council passed the Revised Criminal Code Act of 2022. Now it’s just waiting for the mayor’s signature! Swipe to learn about what this bill does and why it’s important!

12/06/2022

What brings you hope?

At Thrive DC, our clients face hardship every day. But with every warm meal, hot shower, load of laundry, sobriety session, and employment training, we try and give them a little piece of hope. These pieces may seem small on their own, but together they are part of a larger puzzle that is a thriving life.

Join us, give the gift of a hot meal, a warm shower, and give the gift of hope. Visit https://www.thrivedc.org/giftof hope/ to learn more.

12/05/2022

Today’s comes from our Volunteer and In-Kind Coordinator, Vanessa!

“For the entire month of October, the Veterans Affairs chapter of Blacks In Government Blacks In Government (BIG) has been collecting coats for Thrive DC's upcoming Winter Warmth Distribution. In late August, Toni Zavana reached out to me to discuss a potential donation of winter items. After a conversation with Ms. Zavana and another BIG representative Victoria Pittman, we clarified what items were needed and scheduled a delivery date. As promised, Ms. Pittman delivered the items, vacuum sealed neatly in a bag. I am very grateful to The VA chapter of Blacks In Government and hopefully we are able to create a lasting relationship between BIG and Thrive DC.”

These donations will keep our clients warm, safe, and healthy throughout the winter season. In this holiday season, the season of giving and thanks, we are so grateful to BIG and all of our winter weather gear donors for showing up and supporting Thrive DC’s clients.

12/02/2022

Are you looking for a way to spend those days off? Want to get in those volunteer hours before the end of the year?

Look no further! Thrive DC has volunteer opportunities all holiday season long, including at our annual winter coat drive! Visit https://www.thrivedc.org/volunteer/ to learn more about our volunteering options!

12/02/2022

"These DC-area power philanthropists do more than just champion a cause—they revolutionize the world along the way." - Modern Luxury DC

Modern Luxury DC Magazine recently announced their picks for DC's 2022 Top Philanthropists. Thrive DC wants to give a huge shoutout to Board President Obuchowicz for being featured on this list as a result of her amazing work inside and outside of Thrive DC!

Check out the article here to learn more about Gracy and all the leaders doing important work in DC: https://dc.capitolfile.com/dc-philanthropists-2022

12/02/2022

Yesterday was World AIDs Day, which aims to bring awareness about HIV and AIDs. So, how aware are you? We could all probably learn at least a little more, so check out our blog to read about the history of HIV in DC, what the city is doing to address it, and why Thrive DC is in a unique position to help: www.thrivedc.org/thrive-dc-has-a-role-in-ending-the-dc-hiv-epidemic/

12/02/2022

This morning, the HOYA Clinic visited Thrive DC to administer flu shots for our clients! We loved having these students promote health and wellness this winter season.

HOYA Clinic

12/01/2022

Ending the AIDS epidemic is in reach. Some of the countries with the highest rates of HIV don't have access to prevention items such as condoms or HIV care. But what some people don't realize is that this is a problem in the US too. Many vulnerable populations in the US also don't have access to these preventative measures while simultaneously being in higher-risk situations. That's why Thrive DC offers our clients safe s*x supplies, free HIV self-test kits, substance abuse and mental health counseling, victims services, and more.

Everyone plays a part in ending the AIDS epidemic. Learn what you can do to lessen your risk and encourage others to do the same: https://cutt.ly/Prevent

12/01/2022

In 2021, 15% of people living with HIV worldwide did not know their status. HIV testing is important for reducing these numbers. Thrive DC helps our clients learn their status through our free self-testing kits through our partnership with the CDC.

You can help end the HIV epidemic too by testing so you . Go to https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/testing/index.html to learn more. We're all in this together.

12/01/2022

December 1st is . There are millions affected by HIV/AIDS, including children. HIV Education and testing help reduce the numbers. That's why Thrive DC offers free HIV Self-Testing Kits to clients in partnership with the CDC!

11/30/2022

Tomorrow is World AIDs Day, so it’s time for you to brush up on your knowledge of HIV and AIDs in DC. We’re on the path to ending the HIV epidemic – click through to learn how and explore the unique role Thrive DC plays in this strategy.

11/29/2022

Thank you so much to everyone who has already given a Gift of Hope to Thrive DC this Giving Tuesday! If you haven't yet, there's still time!

Thrive DC provides warm meals, fresh and shelf stable emergency groceries, employment training and counseling, and more. Join our story and give the Gift of Hope to a DC neighbor this holiday season. Visit https://www.thrivedc.org/giftofhope/ to learn more!

11/29/2022

Thrive DC provides supportive services to DC residents in need, but in order to do so, we need your support! This holiday season, give the gift of hope to a DC neighbor by helping us provide sobriety support, job training, mental health counseling, and more. Visit https://www.thrivedc.org/giftofhope/ to learn more about the change your gift can make in someone's life.

11/28/2022

Give It Up, D.C.: Our 2022 Giving Guide - Washington City Paper

Thrive DC is so grateful to be featured in Washington City Paper's 2022 Gift Guide! Learn about how your Giving Tuesday contributions support Thrive DC, and read about all the organizations doing great work in the DC area, in their article here: https://washingtoncitypaper.com/article/579498/give-it-up-d-c-our-2022-giving-guide/

In advance of Giving Tuesday, we present the 2022 edition of our annual giving guide, developed with the Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington.

11/28/2022

It's Cyber Monday, and everyone is online shopping. Tomorrow, though, is Giving Tuesday. This holiday season, please consider adding the Gift of Hope to your Cyber Monday/Giving Tuesday shopping list. Your one-time or reoccurring gift will provide a DC neighbor with hot food, warm showers, fresh laundry, employment training, sobriety and mental health counseling, and so much more. Visit https://www.thrivedc.org/giftofhope/ to learn more.

11/28/2022

Today’s comes from Program Director, Jon!

This Thursday is World AIDS Day, which aims to raise awareness about HIV, show support for those living with HIV, and remember those who have died in the fight against HIV.

Here at Thrive DC, we’re working on the raising awareness part. A huge part of the HIV epidemic is that people don’t always know that they have HIV–they might not have symptoms or might not notice them. When that is the case, they can unknowingly spread it to other people.

We work with high-risk populations. They are experiencing financial instability, which can translate to less fresh food and inadequate nutrition. Living unsheltered can put them at risk of disease and violence. Disconnection from traditional medical institutions means they don’t receive routine check-ups. All of this and more contributes to an environment where our clients are regularly disadvantaged in terms of their health.

Knowing your HIV status is another way of reducing harm. You can’t make smart decisions about your health if you aren’t properly informed about your health status to begin with. At Thrive, we partnered with the CDC to provide HIV self-test kits, and we’re excited that our clients are starting to use them. If they test positive, they know they are welcome to come back and get support and referrals from us. By helping our clients learn their status, we help them take control of their health, make the choices that are right for them, and continue on the path to a thriving life.