Project Updates
Spotlight: Rachel Cross - Retiring with Peace of Mind Thanks to Thrive Prince George’s
With fewer financial burdens, Greater Washington seniors like Rachel Cross have more time, energy, and resources to flourish.
Spotlight: Kaps Kapende - Excellence Before and After Thrive Prince George’s
Ambitious and driven to succeed, Kaps says that participating in the Thrive Prince George’s guaranteed income program has made a huge difference.
“Being a part of Thrive has helped me budget without feeling squeezed,” Kaps shared. “It has simplified my life at a time when I needed it most.”
Brilliant Futures Launches in Prince George’s County
The Community Foundation has partnered with Prince George’s County Public Schools to launch Brilliant Futures for all kindergarteners currently enrolled at Bradbury Heights Elementary School in Capitol Heights, MD in Prince George’s County.
Campaign Co-Chair Spotlight: Bill Taylor
Bill Taylor, co-chair for the Together, We Prosper campaign shares more about his role and his hope for prosperity in the Greater Washington region.
Greater Washington Community Foundation Awards $330,000 in Grants to Support Prince George's County Small Businesses
With Funding Made Possible by PNC Foundation, 17 Small Businesses Along Blue and Purple Line Corridors Receiving Grants, Coaching, Technical Assistance
Brilliant Futures Donor Spotlight: Alisha Griffey
Alisha Griffey, a Montgomery County Advisory board member for the Greater Washington Community Foundation, a Together, We Prosper campaign donor believes that,
“By funding Brilliant Futures, we are funding dreams…”
Centering Community Voices: The 2024 VoicesDMV Community Insights Report
The latest VoicesDMV report uplifts community voice and informs community investments by the Greater Washington Community Foundation and our partners to better address community needs.
Brilliant Futures Launches in Montgomery County
The Brilliant Futures program will provide up to $1,000 per year from kindergarten through 12th grade to students at Bradbury Heights and Jackson Road Elementary Schools.
Breaking Barriers in Prince George’s County: Thrive Prince George’s Launches
The pilot’s first cash payments will be delivered to the Thrive Prince George’s pilot group this month.
Campaign Donor Spotlight: Idris Mokhtarzada
Idris Mokhtarzada, born and raised in Montgomery County, MD, is dedicated to helping others prosper in the region.
Arlington’s Guarantee: Evidence of Impact from Pilot Program
Results from Arlington’s Guarantee indicate a reduction in homelessness and an increase in housing security within the community. We continue to see that cash transfers are an effective anti-poverty measure with an array of benefits to social well-being.
The Beaty Endowment Challenge Match
Join The Beaty Endowment Challenge Match, and trigger a $20,000 Community Foundation Endowment Gift.
BirdSEED Foundation: Planting Seeds Of Hope
BirdSEED Foundation: Planting Seeds Of Hope For Black First-Time Homeowners
Campaign Donor Spotlight: Karen Leder
Karen Leder and her family support the Greater Washington Community Foundation to give back to their beloved community.
Prince George’s County First Guaranteed Income Program
The Community Foundation announces the launch of Thrive Prince George’s, a two-year, $4 million guaranteed-income pilot that seeks to provide greater economic stability and mobility for families in the region.
Celebrating Mary Pat Alcus
2023 Celebration Of Giving - Celebrating Mary Pat Alcus, 2023 Montgomery County Philanthropist Of The Year
Sharing Prosperity At The 2023 Annual Meeting
Building Community, Fostering Belonging, And Sharing Prosperity At The 2023 Annual Meeting