In D.C. volunteers are paired with those who need help shoveling snow on their property through a program called Snow Heroes.
When kids with the group Young Knowledgeable Men approached Rosalind Dunmore’s Southeast D.C. home on Tuesday afternoon, the sidewalks and her lawn remained covered with snow.
Dunmore was ecstatic, recalling that she had asked for help through the city’s Snow Heroes program. She smiled and expressed her appreciation, and watched through her front door as the kids got to work.
“This is a lifesaver. Trust me,” Dunmore said. “Due to health issues, we are not able to get out and do what we normally would do.”
Learn more about D.C.'s Snow Heroes on WTOP.com. Link in bio.
(🎥: WTOP/Scott Gelman)
Grantee Spotlight: The US Pan Asian American Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation (USPAACC)
As the most established and largest nonprofit representing Pan Asian American communities in business, science, the arts, education, and public service, USPAACC connects local entrepreneurs with resources, networks, and opportunities that expand economic mobility and long-term success.
The Mayor’s Office on Community Affairs
FY26 Community Development Grant helps USPAACC
deliver programs that help AANHPI entrepreneurs across the District start, grow, and strengthen businesses. that make DC stronger.
Recognizing Denim Day 👖
Today, our team joined the global movement to stand against victim blaming and support survivors of sexual assault.
Denim Day began after a 1998 Italian Supreme Court ruling that overturned a sexual assault conviction because the victim wore tight jeans.
Each year since, on the last Wednesday of April, people wear denim to raise awareness and share resources. We were proud to join them!
DC Victim Service Hotline: 1-844-4HELP-DC
ServeDC was proud to support yesterday’s beautification efforts at The Casa Iris Apartments, a collaborative service initiative with Casa Iris and the National Hispanic Council on Aging. This was a multigenerational gardening event with seniors and youth from the LAYC Teen Center working to maintain outdoor spaces and deepening our shared commitment to environmental stewardship.
Community members got to work across all eight wards for Mayor Bowser’s 10th Annual Spring Cleanup!
Thank you to all of the community partners, local businesses, and volunteers who came together to keep our neighborhoods clean.
Connecting with the next generation of leaders ✅
MOCA teams joined Cardozo High School for their 2nd Annual Community Service Fair! We had the opportunity to engage with students and families to share the wide range of cultural and community resources we provide.
Service is personal, and every story behind it matters.
Hear it directly from those making an impact in all 8 wards.Through ServeDC, the District’s hub for national service, AmeriCorps members and programs like City Year are placed with local organizations to turn purpose into action supporting communities across the District.
Ward 2 CERT Training is in full swing, as 20 residents joined at Anthony Bowen YMCA to build skills, strengthen connections, and prepare to support their communities in case of an emergency.
Participants kicked things off with a hands on team building activity putting their collaboration to the test by building towers from scratch.
Last week was AmeriCorps Week! 🎉
Our corps members joined service partners from across DC at @servedc for a day full of connection, learning, and inspiration. From meeting new peers to thinking about life after their service year, the energy in the room was incredible.
One corps member, Imani, summed it up perfectly: “I feel like I haven’t stopped talking to people all day!”
Proud to be part of the @americorps network serving DC through academic support and youth development. 💛❤️
That’s a wrap on All Corps 2026! It was a great day of networking, professional development, and celebrating the impact of AmeriCorps members and service programs working to strengthen communities.
🚨 ServeDC invites Ward 2 residents & workers to join CERT Training!
Learn how to assist in emergencies and support your community when disaster strikes. Upon completion, you’ll earn a CERT certification! 💪
📅 Training Dates:
Mon, March 23 – Fri, March 27 | 6–9 PM
📍 Final Evaluation: Sat, March 28 | 10 AM–3 PM
📍 Location: YMCA Anthony Bowen | 1325 W St NW
✅ Must attend all sessions to be certified
🔗 Register: tinyurl.com/Ward2CERTTraining
Questions? Email: [email protected]
Thank you to the hundreds of residents who joined Mayor Bowser’s Budget Engagement Forums to share their ideas, ask questions, and collaborate with government leadership and fellow community members on priorities for the FY27 budget.
These forums are a reminder that DC’s strength comes from the voices of its people. Thank you to everyone who showed up, contributed, and helped shape a balanced budget rooted in community needs and the growth of our city.
