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Martha's Table CEO and President Tiffany Williams (center) poses with a $50,000 grant from Herbalife Family Foundation, which partners with over 160 organizations globally to benefit children's well-being, particularly in nutrition and education. With the gifted investment, Martha’s Table aims to increase food access in its respective locations in Northwest and Southeast D.C. (Courtesy Photo)

Martha’s Table Receives 50K Investment to Increase Food Security, Dietary Wellness in D.C.

by Jada Ingleton January 8, 2025January 8, 2025

decor and confetti on the floor

Black Traditions for the New Year: Thinking Forward

by Hamil R. Harris and Jada Ingleton December 30, 2024December 30, 2024

Michelle Riley-Brown

From Family Legacy to National Impact: Michelle Riley-Brown on Transforming Pediatric Care

by Denise Rolark Barnes December 10, 2024December 11, 2024

During the season of Advent, churches who closely follow the liturgical calendar display a wreath in full view of congregants. One of four candles around the circumference of the Advent wreath is lit each week with a scriptural reading to illuminate the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love. A white candle is in the middle and represents Christ and all he brings to the world. (Courtesy photo)

Advent: A Preview of the Reason for the Christmas Season

by Rev. Dorothy Boulware, Word in Black December 4, 2024December 5, 2024

The University of the District of Columbia celebrated its annual homecoming from Nov. 9 to Nov. 16, commemorating more than 100 years of the historically Black institution’s impact, resilience and mission to empower the next generation of trailblazers. (Courtesy of Alisha Johnson)

UDC Firebirds Celebrate Annual Homecoming, Reflect on Institution’s Resilience and Impact in District

by Jada Ingleton November 20, 2024November 21, 2024

Elizabeth Ross, OSSE’s assistant superintendent of teaching and learning, with KIPP DC College Preparatory students Keith Harris, Donyae’ Vaughn and Casidee Tomlinson, as well as Monet Davis, NAF director at KIPP DC College Preparatory. (Courtesy of KIPP DC College Preparatory)

Students at KIPP DC College Preparatory Continue to Embrace Financial Literacy Coursework

by Sam Plo Kwia Collins Jr. November 6, 2024November 6, 2024

Nationals Children's Center is celebrating 65 years of serving and uplifting underrepresented families and those with disabilities throughout the D.C. metropolitan area. (Courtesy photo)

National Children’s Center Hosts 65th Anniversary Gala

by Jada Ingleton October 9, 2024October 9, 2024

New Mother Says ‘Middle Class Feels Like Lower Class’ As She Saves for Home

by Eden Harris October 3, 2024October 3, 2024

CEO and co-founder Antonique Smith performs with New Bethel Choir at Climate Revival’s launch event on Sept. 13, a reflection of the nonprofit’s commitment to integrating faith with creativity in a call to action. (Jada Ingleton/The Washington Informer)

Antonique Smith, Rev. Lennox Yearwood Launch Climate Revival

by Jada Ingleton October 2, 2024October 2, 2024

Second gentleman Doug Emhoff gathered an interfaith group of leaders to address hate and talk about bringing peace and love to the nation and world. (Courtesy photo)

Faith

Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff Hosts White House Meeting of Interfaith Leaders

by Hamil R. Harris July 31, 2024August 1, 2024