Community Spotlight: Project Giveback
Project GiveBack is a community service organization working to provide programs and assistance for underprivileged
individuals, families, and children in the greater Washington metropolitan area.
Starting from humble beginnings in 1995, founder Ransom Miller and a handful of friends took the initiative to create Thanksgiving gift baskets and distribute them to families in need. During its first year, Project GiveBack delivered food to six families and grew those initial efforts by providing meals and support to thousands of families over the past 26 years.
Even though 2020 has brought many challenges along the way, Project GiveBack has found opportunities to come together and continue its commitment to those they serve. In preparation for this year’s distribution, Project GiveBack is requiring face masks, gloves, sanitation areas, health questionnaires, temperature screenings, contactless pickup and delivery. Through a continued partnership with Events DC, Project GiveBack is committed to providing enough food for families to enjoy a Happy Thanksgiving and holiday season.
As it looks to the future, Project GiveBack remains optimistic in its efforts to expand its reach and impact more lives and communities. For more information on Project GiveBack please visit HERE. If you are interested in upcoming volunteer opportunities, please email hardisha@projectgiveback.org.
In America Art Tribute
The DC Armory Mall currently hosts a moving art installation to honor victims of the COVID-19 pandemic. The tribute was created by local artist, Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg, to represent the lives lost across America as a result from the COVID-19 virus. The installation displays over 200,000 planted white flags to memorialize each life lost to COVID-19.
For more information, read the articles below:
- This rippling field of flags in D.C. shows covid-19’s scale
- This Artist Installed Over 220,000 White Flags In D.C. To Represent COVID-19 Deaths
DC Holiday Market Is Back!
It’s almost that time of year again! The nationally acclaimed Downtown Holiday Market returns with a reimagined layout, festive virtual activations, a seasonal food and drink lineup, and more!
Where: Filling two entire blocks of F Street NW, from 7th to 9th Streets NW.
When: The market is free and open to the public during the hours of 12 to 8 PM. The market will remain open from 11/20 to 12/23.
Neighborhood Eats
The buzz you’ve been hearing is true! The famously delicious Crab Boss is now open on H Street! The Crab Boss Crab Shack concept originated in 2015 by Lenell and Ashleigh Watson with their array of different Florida style Cajun seafood dishes that quickly became a local hit. Since the opening of its first brick and mortar restaurant in 2016, Crab Boss has served thousands of happy patrons and now has expanded its reach to its newest home on H Street. Whether you have upcoming catering needs for the holidays, or just want to order out for a mouth-watering seafood combo, make sure your next stop is Crab Boss H Street!
Capital Long Drive Classic
See the National Mall like never before! We are excited to announce the dates for the inaugural Capital Long Drive Classic airing nationally on Golf Channel.
Broadcast Date: Thursday, December 17 at 11 AM EST
Rebroadcast Date: Sunday, December 20 at 5 PM EST
Jurassic Quest Extended
Jurassic Quest, the largest exhibition of life-size, moving, museum-quality dinosaurs in North America has announced it will extend its exhibition at RFK Campus Festival Grounds through November 22.
COVID-19 Friendly Guide to Thanksgiving
It’s time to give thanks! Thanksgiving is when many families and loved ones travel long distances to celebrate together. Traveling, however, increases the chance of spreading the COVID-19 virus. This Thanksgiving, staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others. Continue reading for a few COVID-19 safe, alternative ways to celebrate this year.
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