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D.C. Budget Continues to Underfund Vital Housing Programs
Following last minute changes, the D.C. Council finalized its FY2021 budget which continues to provide inadequate support for vulnerable residents. Click here to read our full press release.
Read MoreTell the DC Council “No” to Budget Cuts!
Yesterday, without notice or public input, Chairman Mendelson proposed an $18 million cut from DC’s budget. The Council will make a vote regarding this last-minute budget revision tomorrow afternoon. OUR ASK Take action with Miriam’s Kitchen and our key partners by telling Chairman Mendelson and your Councilmembers to reject new cuts to
Read MoreMiriam’s Kitchen Receives Support from Chaikin Sherman Law Firm Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel personal injury attorneys recently showed their commitment to end chronic homelessness by donating $5,000 to Miriam’s Kitchen in support of its essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the beginning of the pandemic, many of the places where individuals go to get a good meal;
Read MoreMiriam’s Kitchen Submits Testimony in Support of Defund Police Movement
Miriam’s Kitchen has provided testimony to the DC Council in support of the Defund Police movement. Following the leadership of Black organizers, MK recognizes this initiative as instrumental in freeing our city of state sanctioned violence; and in making available much needed funding that can be used to keep communities
Read MoreMiriam’s Kitchen Selected for Catalogue of Philanthropy’s 2020-21 Class of Nonprofits
Miriam’s Kitchen is proud to have been selected into the Catalogue of Philanthropy’s 2020-21 class of nonprofits. The Catalogue recognizes local nonprofits that provide outstanding service to their communities. As a part of this current class, Miriam’s Kitchen will continue our work to end the cycle of chronic homelessness in
Read MoreShowing Up for Racial Justice
Our nation is experiencing an undeniably expanded and exaggerated time of uncertainty. As we continue to navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are faced with battling an overt resurgence of racism and police brutality – an issue that has existed within our country for far too long. The
Read MoreWhat does Miriam’s Kitchen mean to you?
In the pre-pandemic world, we would be gathering tonight for our 2020 Mission Possible gala to celebrate community, the resilience of our guests experiencing homelessness, and the progress we have made toward ending chronic and veteran homelessness in DC. As part of the evening, we would have heard from our
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