Photos – 2nd Annual Changemakers Reception – November 14, 2012
The 2nd Annual Changemakers Reception raised awareness about the Young Philanthropist movement in the DC area, recognized Changemakers and celebrated Capital Cause 3rd Anniversary. This SOLD OUT event convened 250 Young Philanthropists from DC, VA and MD for a night designed to applaud them for their efforts to give back their time, talent and resources to under-served communities. Guests also voted for the 2012 Changemaker of the Year and their collective contributions funded two grants to Generation Hope ($1,000) and Points of Change Street & Jail Ministry! SEE FULL ALBUM ->...
read morePhotos – Zip ‘Em to the Polls – November 6, 2012
On Election Day, seight Young Philanthropists (YP) knocked on 250 doors in Ward 8 and informed voters of their voting rights, informed them of their polling locations and offered voters’ rides to the polls! It Was Powerful: One 18 year-old young man, who Nicholas Gourdine (YP) gave a ride to. voted for the first time. During his ride, Nick also connected him with his first job opportunity. Also, YPs – Jamila Rivers and Coretta Gray – informed a former felon that he would get his wish of voting for his candidate of choice because the District allowed former felons who had...
read moreAIDS Walk Washington – October 27, 2012
15 Young Philanthropists volunteered to support “day-of” logistics planning for the AIDS Walk Washington! Together they cheered walkers, handed out water and assisted with clean-up. Their efforts supported the Whitman-Walker Clinic (organizers of the AIDS Walk) raise $1 million dollars by effectively engaging donors. This event aligned with Capital Cause’s effort to support our Campaign to Fight Poverty in 2012 in the DC Metro area! See Full Album...
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Nation’s Next Trailblazer’s Reception – September 19, 2012
The Nation’s Next Trailblazers Reception convened leaders, young professionals, trailblazers and trendsetters for a unique reception during the historic Congressional Black Caucus Foundation week. Not only did this reception provide an opportunity for the nation’s next leaders to network with people from various professional, educational and geographical backgrounds, but it was also an opportunity to connect with nonprofit leaders from 15 of the nation’s leading organizations. Over 1,000 people attended this reception and networked for a cause and a career. See Full Album...
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