October 12, 2012
In the DC area, “family homelessness is on the rise — straining services, filling shelters and forcing parents and their children to sleep in cars, parks, and bus and train stations” http://wap…
October 9, 2012
With the Help the Homeless Walk right around the corner (just 18 days away!), here at Calvary we’re reminiscing about Walkathons past and getting even more excited for this year’s event th…
October 5, 2012
Just in time for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Maryland announces two new laws to help protect victims of domestic violence: http://wapo.st/SYcDVl The high cost of domestic violence: http://nydn…
October 2, 2012
Yesterday marked the beginning of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. But at Calvary, domestic violence is an issue that affects our programs year-round. Nearly all of the women who come to Calvary hav…
September 28, 2012
Not only is homelessness growing in the District, but poverty is also rising in local suburbs: http://wapo.st/OWlgP5 “Every citizen of the United States is presumed to have the right to vote; howev…
September 25, 2012
Chef Mike Friedman with host Kymber Messersmith On Sunday, Chefs Justin Bates of Sugo and Mike Friedman of The Red Hen (opening soon in Bloomingdale!) battled in a fierce culinary showdown at the 2nd…
September 21, 2012
A look at the impact of government programs on poverty rates: http://wapo.st/QYSCmk “I was embarrassed. I was 14, and I was homeless.” – one student’s story about being homeless in high schoo…
September 20, 2012
On Sunday, September 23rd, some of the hottest local chefs, restaurateurs, and foodies will gather in Alexandria to take part in an “Iron Chef”-style competition to benefit Calvary Women’s Servi…
September 18, 2012
Homelessness in DC is growing. You can help make a difference. Bring your friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers, and in just one morning, you can make a real impact on the lives of women who are h…