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Fox5 DC: DowntownDC Foundation’s Annual Giving Campaign

Dec 09, 2025
DowntownDC Foundation Executive Director Rachel Rose Hartman recently spoke to FOX 5 DC’s Maureen Umeh about our Hope for the Holidays campaign and showcased our Welcome Home Kit…
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Give the Gift of Hope for the Holidays!

Nov 25, 2025
Make a direct impact in your local community by supporting the DowntownDC Foundation’s Hope for the Holidays campaign. All donations received by the DowntownDC Foundation support our core…
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Liz DeBarros Joins DowntownDC Foundation Board of Directors

Oct 07, 2025
The DowntownDC Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Elizabeth DeBarros to its board of directors.  DeBarros serves as CEO of the District of Columbia Building Industry Association…
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DowntownDC Foundation Honors Changemakers at Inaugural Impact Awards

Oct 07, 2025
The DowntownDC Foundation’s annual Toast to DowntownDC celebration since 2019 has served as an annual occasion to build awareness, celebrate shared achievements, and raise funding to support new…
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Save the Date: Toast to DowntownDC Returns September 17, 2025

Jul 24, 2025
We’re thrilled to announce that our signature annual celebration, Toast to DowntownDC, is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, September 17, 2025, and prepare to join us for…
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Nora Abramson Joins DowntownDC Foundation Board of Directors

Jun 20, 2025
The DowntownDC Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Nora Abramson to its board of directors.   Abramson currently serves as Chief Strategy Officer at The Tower Companies,…
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New Release: The DowntownDC Foundation FY24 Impact Report

May 12, 2025
The DowntownDC Foundation on May 13 released its Fiscal Year 2024 Impact Report, detailing the successes and accomplishments over the past fiscal year. These celebrated achievements included: Browse…
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Give the Gift of Hope!

Dec 16, 2024
When times are challenging, HOPE can mean so much! That’s why, this season, the DowntownDC Foundation is asking YOU to join the DowntownDC Foundation in giving Hope for the Holidays.  Our…
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Mayor, Local Leaders Toast DowntownDC at Annual Event, Sept. 25 

Oct 04, 2024
It was a night of celebration in DowntownDC on Sept. 25 when local officials, business executives, and community leaders joined together for DowntownDC Foundation’s annual Toast to DowntownDC…
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Washington Informer: Pepco, Sustainable Maryland Name 10 Recipients of Grant Program

Oct 04, 2024
Pepco and Sustainable Maryland announced Friday the 10 recipients of the 2024 Sustainable Communities Grants Program, a key initiative dedicated to investing in the D.C. region’s future. With a…
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Kelley Shannon Joins DowntownDC Foundation Board of Directors

Jun 27, 2024
The DowntownDC Foundation is pleased to welcome Kelley Shannon, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Customer Experience for The Bozzuto Group, to its board of directors. “I am excited to join…
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DowntownDC Foundation Unveils FY23 Impact Report

May 09, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.–The DowntownDC Foundation on Thursday released its Fiscal Year 2023 Impact Report, showcasing a year of growth, new community initiatives, and transformative partnerships….
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DowntownDC Foundation Raised $107,095 for End of Year Campaign

Jan 18, 2024
The DowntownDC Foundation 501c3 organization raised $107,095 for its 2023 #ISupportDowntownDC campaign, the organization announced in January. “At a time when challenges continue to mount for…
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Amir Setayesh Joins DowntownDC Foundation Board of Directors

Nov 03, 2023
The DowntownDC Foundation is pleased to welcome Amir Setayesh as the newest member of its board of directors.  As Managing Director of Quadrum Global, Setayesh oversees development projects…
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Attend our Open House, Nov. 8

Oct 18, 2023
Discover a beacon of hope in our community – the Downtown Day Services Center (DDSC). You’re invited to our Open House, an exclusive opportunity to tour the DDSC,…
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New Street Art Installations Coming to Chinatown

Oct 16, 2023
Two new street art murals are coming to downtown this October as part of the DowntownDC Business Improvement District’s (BID) Pedestrianization Study implementation. The installations serve a…
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Join L’Ardente for a Weekend of Giving, Aug. 26-27

Aug 08, 2023
Culinary Experience Meets Philanthropy: Make Your Brunch Reservation Today! Washington, D.C. – Prepare for a delightful culinary affair with a purpose as L’Ardente – the renowned…
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Get Ready for Summer on the Square in McPherson Park, July 22

Jul 19, 2023
Join the DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) for Summer on the Square: Past, Present, and Future, in McPherson Square this Saturday, July 22 for a celebration of art, history, and…
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WTOP: New limited-edition beer salutes downtown DC’s largest public park

Apr 27, 2023
“…The DowntownDC Business Improvement District has partnered with D.C. brewer City-State Brewing Company for a limited-edition beer whose sales will support downtown D.C. parks and other…
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Guests use computers at the Downtown Day Services Center.

DowntownDC Foundation Releases FY22 Impact Report

Mar 30, 2023
The DowntownDC Foundation made major strides in its third year of operation, detailed in the organization’s impact report for fiscal year 2022 (Oct. 1, 2021-Sept. 20, 2022). A total of 12,750…
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Give Back and Enjoy Westin’s Giving Brunch, March 26

Mar 22, 2023
Enjoy great food, bottomless mimosa’s, bloody Mary’s and a live DJ on Sunday, March 26 and support the DowntownDC Foundation during Westin, D.C. City Center’s “Giving…
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Satchel Kaplan-Allen Joins DowntownDC Foundation Board of Directors

Mar 13, 2023
The DowntownDC Foundation is pleased to welcome Satchel Kaplan-Allen as the newest member of its board of directors.  “I’m thrilled to be joining the DowntownDC Foundation and to assume…
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DowntownDC is Stronger With YOU!

Dec 09, 2022
The year 2022 has been marked by highs and lows for the DowntownDC community.  From lunch meetings in Franklin Park to free, fun events, new restaurant openings, returning to our…
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Choose DowntownDC for Your Charitable Giving this Holiday Season!

Nov 10, 2022
The DowntownDC Foundation is currently seeking sponsors to charitably support our community this holiday season. View the flyer below to learn more. […]

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DowntownDC Foundation FY 2021 Impact Report

Jun 27, 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C.— In only its second year of operation and through a global pandemic, the DowntownDC Foundation never stopped working to serve and celebrate the DowntownDC community. In…
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Eaton Wellness at Franklin Park

Apr 18, 2022
The DowntownDC BID and Eaton DC are honored to bring back our free outdoor wellness programming at Franklin Park starting April 25th 2022. Through this partnership, Eaton Wellness will fulfill its…
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Washington Business Journal: Exclusive: The Hook Hall team is opening a restaurant in Franklin Park. Here’s what’s in store.

Nov 30, 2021
By Alex Koma Anna Valero spent much of the pandemic trying to pull together D.C.’s restaurant industry and help workers survive. Now, as the industry slowly recovers, she’s hoping to…
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DowntownDC Foundation and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Join Forces to Provide Dental and Mental Health Clinic Pilot for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness

Nov 12, 2021
WASHINGTON, D.C.— A pilot clinic to offer free dental and mental health services to 300 individuals experiencing homelessness in DowntownDC opened this week thanks to funding provided by CareFirst…
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DowntownDC Foundation Announces Amazon Sponsorship for Franklin Park

Oct 07, 2021
WASHINGTON, D.C.— The DowntownDC Foundation on Thursday announced a sponsorship from Amazon for Franklin Park, which reopened to the public on Sept. 24 following a $21 million renovation invested…
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The Washington Post: D.C. Mayor Bowser cuts ribbon on newly renovated Franklin Square

Sep 24, 2021
WASHINGTON, DC By Fredrick Kunkle D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser celebrated the renovation and reopening of Franklin Square on Friday, suggesting that the partnership between the District and National…
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DowntownDC BID Announces Expanded Weekend Homeless Services at Vermont Avenue

Sep 13, 2021
The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) announced today expanded outdoor homeless services at the DowntownDC Weekend Homeless Services Program, located in the 800 block of Vermont Avenue…
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DCist: Homeless Residents Were Forced To Leave Franklin Square During The Pandemic. Will They Be Able To Return?

Sep 13, 2021
The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) announced today expanded outdoor homeless services at the DowntownDC Weekend Homeless Services Program, located in the 800 block of Vermont Avenue…
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Downtown Day Services Center Celebrates Second Anniversary

Sep 13, 2021
The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) announced today expanded outdoor homeless services at the DowntownDC Weekend Homeless Services Program, located in the 800 block of Vermont Avenue…
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The Washington Post: For decades, some in D.C. wanted to turn Franklin Square into a parking lot

Apr 17, 2021
By John Kelly The first mention of turning Franklin Square into a parking lot appeared in the Washington Herald of Oct. 12, 1921. “Nowhere to Park; Plan City Garage” was the headline. Anyone who…
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News4: DC Organization Says Need for Help ‘Unprecedented’ This Giving Tuesday

Dec 02, 2020
News4’s Jackie Bensen spoke to the DowntownDC Foundation about how the organization is helping people experiencing homelessness this winter….
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