Arlington Gives Back

Arlington Nonprofits to Receive $200K in Grants

Eighteen organizations will benefit from United Way community impact fund grants.

Several Arlington nonprofits will receive grants adding up to about $200,000 on Tuesday.  The sum will be split up among 18 charities in Arlington County and the region. The nonprofits were awarded the funds from the United Way of the National Capital Area. Nearly $1.65 million was raised in the region through the United Way’s annual workplace giving campaign. Employees from more than 800 workplaces at more than 3,000 locations in the region raised money. Arlington County Board Chairman Walter Tejada will be presented a ceremonial check on behalf of the charities during the board's meeting Tuesday.   The grants are being awarded to:

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A Spotlight on Local Charities

A weeklong look at nonprofits that serve our community.

This week, Ballston Patch highlighted a number of local charities. These nonprofits play a vital role in our community, and we hope you can find time and energy to support them. Our local project was part of a larger one that shone a spotlight on public-minded agencies that serve us in the metropolitan Washington area. Do you know of any other nonprofits that deserve special attention? Let us know. You can email me or leave a note in the comments. Here's a recap of what we published in Ballston as well as around the region: In Ballston: Doorways for Women and Families Arlington Street People's Assistance Network Easter Seals of Greater Washington Arlington Food Assistance Center Animal Welfare League of Arlington County Also in Arlington …

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Spotlight: Doorways for Women and Families

Striving to end domestic violence and family homelessness in Northern Virginia

Every day this week, Patch is profiling a local nonprofit agency. If there's a nonprofit that you think your neighbors need to know about, email Doug Tallman or Lauren Sausser. Mission: To envision a community where all people live free of violence and have safe and stable housing. We see a future without homelessness or domestic violence. And it’s why we offer safe shelter and housing, life-changing support services, and community advocacy. Contact Information: Phone: (703) 504-9400; Fax: (703) 522-4338; Address: P.O. Box 100185 Arlington, Va., 22210; Website: www.doorwaysva.org Financials: The organization programs are grounded in evidence-based models that yield optimal outcomes in areas of child welfare, family preservation, family …

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Spotlight: Arlington Food Assistance Center

AFAC has been helping the hungry in Arlington for more than 20 years.

Every day this week, Patch is profiling a local nonprofit agency. If there's a nonprofit that you think your neighbors need to know about, email Doug Tallman or Lauren Sausser. Mission: "We are a community-based nonprofit that provides supplemental groceries to our Arlington neighbors in need. Contact Information: Phone: (703) 845-8486; Fax: (703) 845-8491; Address: 2708 South Nelson St., Arlington; Website: www.afac.org Financials: The 2011 fiscal year operating budget is approximately $5.1 million. More information about the organization's finances can be found in its audit report, available online. History: According to this nonprofit's website, "Now over 20 years after its founding, the Arlington Food Assistance Center remains …

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Spotlight: Easter Seals of Greater Washington

Easter Seals of Greater Washington is part of a national organization that helps people with disabilities and special needs.

Every day this week, Patch is profiling a local nonprofit agency. If there's a nonprofit that you think your neighbors need to know about, email Doug Tallman or Lauren Sausser. Mission: "Easter Seals provides exceptional services to ensure that all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work and play in their communities." Contact Information: Phone: (800) 886-3771; Fax: (301) 920-9770; Address: 1420 Spring St., Silver Spring, Md.; Website: gwbr.easterseals.com Financials: During the 2009 fiscal year, Easter Seals of Greater Washington reported $9.2 million in annual expenses. More financial information is available online. History: According to the organization's website, "…

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Spotlight: Arlington Street People's Assistance Network

A-SPAN celebrated its 20th anniversary in Arlington on Dec. 9.

Every day this week, Patch is profiling a local nonprofit agency. If there's a nonprofit that you think your neighbors need to know about, email Doug Tallman or Lauren Sausser. Mission: "A-SPAN provides life-sustaining services for Arlington’s street homeless. Our mission is to secure permanent housing for one of Arlington’s most vulnerable populations through outreach and relationships built on trust and respect." Contact Information: Phone: (703) 820-4357; Address: P.O. Box 100731 Arlington; Website: www.a-span.org Financials: The organization's fiscal 2012 operating budget is $1.7 million. History: According to the A-SPAN website, "Twenty years ago, two Arlington citizens responded to a Community Need by serving meals to people living …

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Spotlight: Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington

This organization serves 21 counties and seven cities in Virginia.

Every day this week, Patch is profiling a local nonprofit agency. If there's a nonprofit that you think your neighbors need to know about, email Doug Tallman or Lauren Sausser. Mission: "The mission of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington is rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the official teachings of the Roman Catholic faith. "The Gospel proclaims and the church teaches respect for the dignity and sanctity of human life, from the moment of conception through natural death, and the duty to serve the most vulnerable of God’s people. "Therefore, Catholic Charities seeks to implement the church’s mission of social justice in the Diocese of Arlington in ways that strengthen individuals, families and communities. "Catholic …

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