“Dear PoPville,

As a refresher, we work with immigrant youth in detention centers in the area that are run by the Office of Refugee Resettlement. (It’s been in the news a bit lately, if it sounds familiar…) This month, we are focusing the spotlight on our Detained Children’s Program and the clients we serve through our Second Annual Noviembre de Niños: Stand With Immigrant Youth! We have highlighted accessible ways that people can help support our detained child clients, such as purchasing an item off our Amazon wish list that we will deliver to detained immigrant children who are far from family and friends.

The kids we work with would be so appreciative of your support!”

Noviembre de Niños: Stand Up with Immigrant Youth: (more…)


Hoops Sagrado is a Washington, D.C.-based youth leadership and development nonprofit organization that gives at-risk youth from the D.C.-area a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend a month during the summer in the highlands of Guatemala learning another language and culture, teaching their Mayan indigenous peers basketball skills, developing their sense of self, and gaining a new perspective on life.

Using the game of basketball as the common thread, the D.C. youth volunteers and their Guatemalan counterparts are able to not only share their love of the game, but the D.C youth learn how to communicate with, understand, and appreciate another way of life, which while different, shares many of the same challenges they face at home — racism, poverty, broken homes, lack of opportunities and social marginalization.”


In September we lamented that Fish in the Hood had still not reopened after the terrible fire struck back in April. Thanks to all who sent the GoFundMe page that is now live (they are looking to raise $10,000):

“Bill White began Fish in the Neighborhood as a family business in 1996, taking orders out of a home kitchen. In no time, orders were coming in at two or three hundred each weekend. Our family eventually raised enough money to rent the building on 3601 Georgia Avenue.

For 20 years, we’ve been proud to serve great food with support from the loving people in this community. Fish in the Hood is a special place because we offer something for everyone, our customers include doctors, lawyers, politicians and actors, in addition to everyday people who just need a good meal. We love our customers, and we love to give back to the community we share. (more…)



Photo by Farrah Skeiky/Dim Sum Media

From a press release:

“The final nights of any Drink Company Pop-Up Bar (PUB) have historically been the most fun, and seeing that Halloween is the last night of PUB Dread, this one should be no exception. This time around, Drink Company is offering timed entry passes for Halloween to benefit disaster relief efforts in Puerto Rico.

Starting today, guests can guarantee their entry into PUB Dread and snag a pass well in advance. At $20 a ticket, 100% of ticket sales will be donated to World Central Kitchen, a chef-driven non-profit launched by Jose Andrés in the wake of Haiti’s Earthquakes in 2010. Andrés and World Central Kitchen have fed over 130,000 people in Puerto Rico since Hurricane Maria, and are on track to be able to serve 100,000 people a day with enough support. (more…)



1914 9th Street, NW

From Dino’s Grotto:

Benefit for Fabian Malone

Tuesday October 10 at Dino’s Grotto

5pm ’til close!

Fabian Malone has been a part of the Dino and Dino’s Grotto family for almost 5 years. When our Bar Manager at the time decided to leave, Fabian happened to walk in and apply for a job. His personality plus his drink making skill led to my offering him a job on the spot! Perhaps that drink making skill had something to do with my decision!!

When we opened the Grotto, Fabian was a key element of our team. And even when he left the Grotto to pursue other opportunities, he remained close and often filled in when we needed help. This year, he rejoined us on a part time basis and we are glad to have him back.

One recent evening, when he was walking home, he was accosted by a group who demanded money. Fabian didn’t have any to hand over and one of the men shot him in the arm, twice. We learned of this in true Fabian fashion, via HIS Facebook post. He posted again on Facebook after his surgery and on his release! He is that kind of guy: nothing gets in his way!


Fabian Malone recovering

Unfortunately, the challenges he faces now include an inability to work as well as medical and other expenses. So we are trying to help Fabian so he can keep moving on in life. Tuesday, October 10, we will be holding a fund raiser for Fabian. Here is how you can help:
Come to the Grotto Tuesday October 10 from 5 ’til close. We will donate 33% of all our liquor, beer and wine sales that night if you dine upstairs or in the Grotto Bar. (more…)


From an email:

“The National Conference of Puerto Rican Women – DC Metro Chapter and GALA Theatre are hosting a fundraiser (3333 14th St, NW) for Puerto Rico October 7 at 7pm! $25 suggested donation, with live music and a cash bar. Can’t make it? Donate here. Funds going directly to local organizations working in towns outside metropolitan areas, and NACOPRWDC is coordinating with the Hispanic Medical Association and Mercy Corps.”



Photo by James Jackson couresy Takorean

Anyway, eat some good ones for “free” and donate money to help Puerto Rico!!

From Takorean:

“To celebrate National Taco Day on October 4th, TaKorean is excited to offer up to 3 free tacos per person from 5pm until close! Customers are encouraged to pay what they want for tacos and all proceeds will be donated to support Puerto Rico relief efforts.

TaKorean will donate all proceeds to Con PR Metidos, which is partnering with Foundation for Puerto Rico to provide long-term relief for the victims of Hurricane Maria.
Event: Free TaKos For Puerto Rico
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 4th, 5pm until close
Locations: TaKorean at The YardsUnion Market & U Street
Details: Up to 3 free tacos per person. Customers must be present to redeem the promotion. Add-ons and extras are not included.​​”


1301 U Street, NW location



“Officer Barry Eastman (on right) joined the Metropolitan Police Department (DC) in February 2013.”

“Dear PoPville,

I’m sure you’re aware of the dc police officer who died in the fatal car crash in Maryland the other day. Officer Eastman was on his way home from just working the midnight tour when the accident occurred. Officer Eastman was made famous last year when he was playing a game of football in the snowstorm last year and he stiff armed a kid.

Member of the third district started a GoFundMe account for his two kids, who are twins and just turned 5. Can you please spread the word?”


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