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Fundraiser for Carlos’s Family Killed by a Hit and Run Driver While He Was Riding His Scooter Sunday Night

By Prince Of Petworth

From GoFundMe:

“My heart is broken. This is Carlos Castillo Molina. He lived and worked in DC and commuted to his various jobs by scooter. Last night was going to be his last scooter ride. Carlos had finally bought a car and he was on his way to pick up the key from the seller. Excited for him, Carlos’s 16 year old brother shared a scooter with them with both looking forward to surprising their mother and bringing home the family’s first car. Then a hit and run driver hit them from behind. The driver abandoned his car and fleed on foot. The DC police are trying to find him. Carlos likely never knew what hit him as he was declared dead at the scene. His brother has been hospitalized with life threatening and possibly head injuries.

I have represented Carlos and his family since 2016 when he was 17. In 2023 I helped them win a grant of asylum. Carlos’ green card application was pending and just awaiting an interview. He had very difficult childhood and traumatic life in El Salvador. (more…)

Fundraiser: “For the death of Kenny and the recovery of his girlfriend” struck by a trash truck on an e-bike in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to a reader for passing on the GoFundMe:

“On February 13th, around 2:06 p.m., my family’s life changed forever. My little brother, Kenny Jimenez Rivera, just 26 years old, suffered a tragic accident in the 4100 block of Kansas Avenue NW, northeast of Washington, D.C., while working with his girlfriend. They were riding an electric bicycle when they were struck by a garbage truck, leaving them critically injured.

Kenny was a very cheerful, playful, fun-loving, vibrant, and kind young man. (more…)

“Fundraiser Info for Family of Young Mother Shooting Victim in Glover Park”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

A GoFundMe has been established by the family of the young mother killed in Glover Park. I know her mom, they were very close…”

The GoFundMe says:

“We are heartbroken beyond words by the tragic loss of our beloved Rayven Amuan Edwards—a devoted mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, granddaughter, cousin, and friend. Rayven’s life was taken by domestic violence. leaving behind three innocent young children. Her daughter Royal was shot and hospitalized, while her younger brothers were forced to witness the violent loss of their mother. They must now face the world without the one person who loved and protected them above all else. (more…)

Crumbs & Whiskers, DC’s first cat cafe, temporarily closed in Georgetown, Staff says this happened right after they decided to form a union.

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Ryan Maxwell

Ed. Note: There is no announcement about a temporary closure on the Crumbs and Whiskers website (or socials), having said that, appointments are not available to visit until March 11th… Crumbs & Whiskers original opened in Georgetown, in a different location (currently located at 3109 M Street, NW), back in 2015. Updates as more info becomes available. Crumbs & Whiskers says: “It is a temporary closure of our Georgetown Store.”

Thanks to all who passed on from Crumbs & Whiskers Workers United: (more…)

“Fundraiser for Apple the Yorkie – Dog Cruelty Victim”

By Prince Of Petworth

Update: If any community members have tips or information about what happened, please contact Humane Rescue Alliance’s Humane Law Enforcement team at 202-723-5730, option 1.

“Dear PoPville,

This past weekend, a malnourished, disabled, and severely neglected senior Yorkie was discovered in the garbage of a DC apartment complex after being thrown down the trash chute. She was miraculously discovered by someone who called animal control, and rescued by Miri’s Haven Senior Dog Rescue.

We’ve named her Apple. She arrived to us (more…)

“National Park Service Partners with Casey Trees to Plant Native and Historic Trees Across D.C. Parks for America’s 250th”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I wanted to share this news from the National Park Service announcing a partnership with Casey Trees to plant 250 trees this year in federal parks and lands managed by National Capital Parks—East, in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.

Thanks to early community outreach, we’ve already funded over 80 trees for Lincoln, Stanton, and Folger Parks in Capitol Hill! Right now, the community can sponsor trees along the Pennsylvania Avenue corridor in SE, with other parks and lands to be determined.

The tree plantings will begin this spring, with remaining trees planted over the course of the year as fundraising continues.

We’re excited to help restore the tree canopy in these historic public spaces!”

Full press release:

“The National Park Service is partnering with Casey Trees to launch a community-driven campaign to plant 250 native and historic trees across historic federal parkland in the nation’s capital to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026.

The effort, called “250 Years of America, 250 Trees for its Capital,” aims to raise $125,000 to fund planting and long-term care. The campaign has already raised more than $54,000 through early community outreach.

In partnership with National Capital Parks – East, (more…)

“The partnership allows nailsaloon guests to enjoy a free Just Ice Tea canned tea as they receive their services, and support Just Ice Tea’s efforts to raise funds for a much-needed health clinic in Mozambique.”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo courtesy C.O. Photography

From an email about:

“an amazing new charitable collab between two of the region’s biggest brands: nailsaloon and Just Ice Tea.

The partnership allows nailsaloon guests to enjoy a free Just Ice Tea canned tea as they receive their services, and support Just Ice Tea’s efforts to raise funds for a much-needed health clinic in Mozambique. At check out, guests can scan a QR code to donate to the health clinic. At the end of January, nailsaloon will match the total dollar amount of donations made by customers. This collaboration runs from January 1 through January 31 (more…)

“Holiday Drive for Children’s Hospital Oncology – We know first-hand how much the gifts mean to children who are sick during or cannot be home for the holidays, and so we are extra grateful!!”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Victoria Pickering

“Dear PoPville,

My neighbors’ twin boys do an annual toy-drive for children’s national. Several years ago Savi battled leukemia and both he and his brother know the generosity of strangers during holiday season as people made sure both Savi AND Marcel received gifts as they celebrated the holidays in the hospital. In the years since, they collect gifts for about six weeks and ensure that every single pediatric cancer patient AND THEIR SIBLINGS can have a festive holiday with gifts, even if they’re cooped up in the hospital. Last year they collected so many that they had to ask a moving company to help them deliver.”

You can give them your support here.

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