What the new stimulus package means for your unemployment benefits

DOES is currently reviewing the Continued Assistance Act, which modifies and extends unemployment benefits under the CARES Act, which was signed on December 27, 2020.

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 5, 2021DOES, DC UNEMPLOYMENTComment

What you need to know about the CHAP and ERAP Rental Assistance Program

These programs can help with past due rent and more!

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 5, 2021RENTAL HELPComment

Jan 4 | Martha's Table Diaper Bank Distribution in Ward 8

You can receive free diapers once every 4 weeks!

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 4, 2021Martha's TableComment

Lax Wine + Spirits launches Rental Assistance Program

One customer will be selected each month to have their rent paid.

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 4, 2021RENTAL HELPComment

Hypothermia Alert Activation: Saturday, January 2nd, 2021

To request shelter transport for DC residents who are experiencing homelessness and outside, please call 311 or the shelter hotline at 202-399-7093.

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 2, 2021homelessComment

Jan 8 | Deadline to apply to apply for the Retail Bridge Fund

Local brick-and-mortar retail establishments, such as bookstores, clothing stores, salons, massage establishments, fitness studios, art galleries, and dry cleaners are eligible to apply.

GRANTS, RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 2, 2021BRIDGE FUNDComment

Jan 4 | Martha's Table Diaper Bank Distribution in Ward 8

You can receive free diapers once every 4 weeks!

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 1, 2021Martha's TableComment

SOME opens New Trauma Treatment Clinic in Ward 7

Walk-in hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays!

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 1, 2021SOMEComment

The Warming Center at the Downtown Day Services Center is now open

The Center is open Monday - Friday from 9am - 5pm.

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJanuary 1, 2021DOWNTOWNDC BID, homelessComment

GRANT ALERT | $10,000 Amber Grant for Women - Deadline to apply Dec 31st

The $10,000 Amber Grant recipient is announced the first week of every month.

GRANTS, RESOURCESThe Advoc8teDecember 31, 2020AMBER GRANT FOR WOMENComment

Jan 4 | Martha's Table Diaper Bank Distribution in Ward 8

You can receive free diapers once every 4 weeks!

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teDecember 31, 2020Martha's TableComment

Apply for the Private Security Camera System Incentive + Rebate Program

The program provides a rebate of up to $200 per camera, with a maximum rebate of up to $500 per residential address and $750 for all other eligible addresses.

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teDecember 31, 2020CRIMEComment

Feed The Fridge now open and serving free restaurant-prepared meals!

Mayor Bowser and DPR have partnered with Medium Rare restaurant owner, Mark Bucher, to this program at select DPR facilities across the District!

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teDecember 31, 2020DPR, FREE MEALSComment

CHAP helps low-income renters behind on their rent

Assistance can be applied for rent from April 2020 onward for up to three months of overdue rent!

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teDecember 30, 2020DHCD, RENTAL HELPComment

SOME's Eye Clinic is open Tuesdays and Thursdays

Patients must be at least 18 years of age and a DC resident.

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teDecember 30, 2020SOMEComment

[PR] Mayor Bowser Announces Additional $2.8 Million in Financial Supports for the District’s Child Care Sector

Distribution of the emergency grant funds will prioritize child care providers serving children and families with low incomes, as well as underserved neighborhoods.

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teDecember 30, 2020Mayor BowserComment