Fundraiser

“where/when there are holiday toy drives in the dc area?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I am wondering if the community knows where/when there are holiday toy drives in the dc area?”

From Boundary Stone (116 Rhode Island Ave, NW):

“Come see us one more time!

Our Annual Toy Drive with Atlas Brew Works is needed more than ever this year! We will open our doors on DEC 16th & 17th from 4pm-7pm. ~ Bring an unwrapped toy and we will give you a free beer!

You can’t drink it here but you CAN take it home!”

From DC Fire & EMS: “Don’t forget that all of #DCsBravest firehouses are drop off points for @ToysforTots_DC. We accept new and unwrapped toys. No toy that can be construed as a weapon will be accepted.”

Please add other events you know of in the comments – thanks!

“Giving to Charities in DC – Biggest Impact?”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by angela n.

Please add your charity of choice in the comments.

“Dear PoPville,

I have some money saved up that I would like to give to a good cause this year but I’m not quite sure where my money will do the most good. Do you have any charity recommendations in DC?”

One option from an email:

“Catholic Charities DC’s  Angel Tree Christmas gift program just had a steep increase in the number of families who signed up to be sponsored. In a typical year, families register approximately 1,000 children for the program; right now there are more than 1,600 signed up. Obviously, more kids means the need more sponsors/”Angels.” Because of the pandemic, we are asking Angels to donate money (instead of gifts), which will be used to purchase gift cards so the families can buy presents for their children. There is a suggested donation of $35 per child.

Sponsor registration closes this Saturday (December 12) and there are still a fair amount of children who still need sponsors.

Any excess donations will go to purchase coats for those in the community who need them.  So all donations will benefit people in need, even when all the children on our list are paired with sponsors.

Also, here are some other holiday giving opportunities we have available, just in case: (more…)

“Please take a moment to read Curt’s own words below and help in any way you can.”

By Prince Of Petworth


via GoFundMe

Thanks to Lindsay for writing: “Mr. Canada is the garden teacher at Stoddert Elementary in Glover Park. Mr. Canada does not encounter strangers; from the second you meet him, he is sharing food from his garden and engaging in meaningful conversation. He has patiently worked toward resolving this medical situation on his own, never remotely hinting at his daily obstacles, let alone asking for help. Hoping those of us in a position can contribute and take some of the burden off this amazing human!”

The GoFundMe:

“It is impossible to spend time with Curt Canada and not feel grateful for his huge heart. He is a soulful man who feels so deeply, but I have never seen him fully smile. He always positions his mouth in a way to prevent anyone from seeing his missing teeth because of how self conscious he is. On top of that, his inability to chew his food has started to seriously impact his physical health. I met Curt this past Spring and got to know him throughout the year on my near daily trips to get some fresh air, which often took me by the garden. Curt is one of the most generous and loving people I have ever met, and I feel so incredibly humbled and honored to play a small role in helping him raise funds to be able to afford dental implants. Please take a moment to read Curt’s own words below and help in any way you can.

Words from Curt Canada (more…)

“The family of Carmelo Duncan, the sweet baby who was killed earlier this week in a drive-by, has set up a go fund me”

By Prince Of Petworth


Carmelo Michael Duncan via GoFundMe

“1 year old Carmelo Duncan lost his life to gun violence in our city.”

From GoFundMe:

“Hello Everyone, My Name Is Taquana (Tay) I’m Carmelo Michael Duncan Mother. My Babyboy Was Such A Beautiful Blessing To My Family. He Has 2 Older Siblings That Needed Him. We Love BabyMELO SOOO MUCH.. Me And His Dad Made Sure He Lived A OUTSTANDING 15 Months. He Was Such A Awesome Baby. BIG MELO WE LOVE YOU 4Life SonSon”

“This holiday season, everyone will get the chance to pay it forward by donating gently worn or new winter coats and accessories to three local charities while shopping one of a kind local art and vintage clothing.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“WHO/WHAT: This holiday season, everyone will get the chance to pay it forward by donating gently worn or new winter coats and accessories to three local charities while shopping one of a kind local art and vintage clothing. To continue their mission of building community by enhancing experiences through art & design and creating unique connections, Swatchroom is launching COMMON THREAD, celebrating what connects everybody through their ability to provide for each other individually and collectively. Designed to offer an accessible and sustainable retail experience focused on giving new life to gently used clothing, footwear & accessories while supporting the local community.

Curated vintage men’s and women’s clothing and one of a kind sneakers can also be shopped during a special vintage and bespoke resale. Artwork by local artists like mixed media artist Nicole Salimbene, sculptor & painter Michael West, and photographer Violetta Markelou, will be available for purchase during an exciting art exhibition.

Clothing Drive – All clothing donations will benefit N Street Village, Central Union Mission and Women Giving Back.

Vintage & Bespoke Resale – With retail partners Los Gitanos Vintage, Gary Williams Jr., Tribute Collective, Victor Nguyen-Long & Violetta Markelou

Art Exhibition – With artist partners Nicole Salimbene, mixed media artist; Michael West, sculptor and painter; and Violetta Markelou, photographer

For more information on how to get involved or give back visit: swatchroom.com/commonthread

WHEN: December 2020

Thursdays – Saturdays: 12 pm – 6 pm
Sundays: 1 pm – 5 pm

WHERE:
‘In 7 Words’ Union Market District
1268 4th St NE”

“Limited-Release Brew Honoring Ben Tolkan Will Be Available in DC Starting December 11th”

By Prince Of Petworth

From DC Brau:

“The DC beer community lost our friend Ben Tolkan this past October after an epic five-and-a-half-year battle with Ewing’s Sarcoma. A charismatic mainstay within the community, Ben worked the bar at Pizzeria Paradiso before representing Brooklyn Brewery and DC Brau in the District. To honor his memory and his inspiring contribution to the DC craft beer scene, seven local breweries, along with longtime friends and family members, have come together to create a special American Pale Ale called Living the Dream, which will be available in limited quantities throughout Washington, DC, starting on Friday, December 11th.

“Ben’s unwavering optimism was infectious,” says DC Brau CEO & Co-Founder Brandon Skall. “He always saw the cup half full and the world as a beautiful place full of life and laughter. He always had a smile on his face, and spent each day ‘living the dream.’ We were honored to have him as part of the DC Brau family.”

The idea of the project came together in early November. The breweries collaborated with Ben’s friends and family, along with other community partners, including Pizzeria Paradiso and Jerkface Jerky, on the beer’s development. DC Brau is spearheading the Living the Dream brew along with contributions from Right Proper, Atlas Brew Works, 3 Stars, Bluejacket, Oxbow, and Hellbender. 
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“I have the sweetest neighbor here in Kingman Park that needs help”

By Prince Of Petworth

Kristin passes on the GoFundMe:

“Hello Everyone, My name is Keturah i’m a 24 year old college student at FAMU. I am writing this fundraiser campaign for my mother and her furry bestfriend without her knowing. My mother is a proud, independent woman and would never ask for money, she has been working since the age of 13 and with Covid-19 this is the first time she has been unemployed in over 15 years, but through the grace of god she always figures it out but this time she needs help. (more…)

Fundraiser for Phineas

By Prince Of Petworth

From GoFundMe:

“I adopted Phineas from the Animal Welfare League of Arlington in March of 2020 during COVID. I had an appointment on Tuesday, 11/17 @ 8:30 am at Atlas Vet for him to get bloodwork done, as he was supposed to have teeth pulled/cleaned on 11/30. As we arrived, I called to check in and picked up the carrier to put him on my lap. I looked into the carrier to see him rolling over with his eyes completely open and he was non-responsive. I started screaming and the amazing vets ran out and sprinted inside with him. They did CPR and intubated and were thankfully able to bring him back. Once he was brought back, he was acting very strange neurologically. (more…)

“our Crusade Against Hunger continues”

By Prince Of Petworth


via GoFundMe

From an email:

“One More Plate, Inc. (OMP) was founded on April 1st to provide those experiencing homelessness in Washington, D.C. with more food security during the COVID-19 pandemic. Beginning with just one plate in DuPont Circle, One More Plate has since delivered over 9,000 “plates” that consist of hot meals, water, juice, fruit, and a snack along a 13-stop route across greater DC. (more…)

“help his mother to be able to carry out his wake caused by a stray bullet”

By Prince Of Petworth


via GoFundMe

A friend passes on this heartbreaking fundraiser from GoFundMe:

[The translation] “Hello, my name is Mayra, I am a friend of Franklin, and I have created this campaign to help his mother to be able to carry out his wake caused by a stray bullet, it would be very helpful if you help us by sharing this link and by helping us even with $1, as help is the most important thing at this time. (more…)

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