That program was called THRIVE East of the river, an effort by four community-based organizations to get money into the hands of low-income residents as the pandemic forced people out of work.
Focus Area: DC Initiatives
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How a guaranteed income pilot impacted the lives of low income DC residents
During the pandemic several local organizations piloted a program offering cash transfers to low income residents mostly in Ward 8. THRIVE East of the River was created to assist residents most vulnerable to negative economic and social impacts of the pandemic, and help provide a financial bridge for people now and through recovery.
D.C. Safe Babies Safe Moms Initiative Brings High-Risk Obstetrics Services to Birthing Individuals in Ward 8
Made possible by an investment from the A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation, D.C. Safe Babies Safe Moms brings together MedStar Health, the area’s largest healthcare provider, and trusted community-based organizations Community of Hope and Mamatoto Village, to create positive and most importantly, sustainable change in maternal and infant health.
Mother-Daughter Artists Commissioned for 11th Street Bridge Park Artwork
Artwork by Martha Jackson Jarvis and Njena Surae Jarvis was selected for a $400,000 commission.
A Mother-Daughter Duo Will Create the 11th Street Bridge Park’s First Public Artwork
The women will build an interactive sculpture meant to amplify the beauty of the Anacostia River.
Bringing Opportunity Home – Ideas on how to Build Wealth in underserved D.C. Communities
For generations, intentional and systemic divestments have created communities that have long been underserved, and opportunities for investment has sparked momentum for new construction and development.
A Portal Through Anacostia
The 11th Street Bridge Park project yesterday announced “Anacostia’s Sunrise/Sunset Portals” as its first and largest commissioned artwork.
Google Creates $100 Million Fund for Skills Training Program
The project is a big bet on scaling up programs that have proved effective in lifting low-income workers into middle-class jobs and careers.
The 11th Street Bridge Park
The $400,000 commissioned piece will help orient and invite visitors into the park and welcome neighbors home to historic Anacostia.
Bringing Nutritious Groceries to the Exam Room in New Partnership with Children’s National Hospital
The food pharmacy pilot program at Children’s National is made possible through the generous support of the A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation.