The MLSPA is partnering with The US Soccer Foundation, Target, DC Public Schools and the A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation to build 10 mini-pitches at schools across D.C.

The MLSPA is involved with with an initiative to build ten new mini-pitches at D.C. public schools.

UMD Welcomes A. James Clark Scholars Class of ’25

Maryland Engineering welcomes 10 exceptional young engineers from across the state of Maryland as its newest class of A. James Clark Scholars.

D.C. Soccer Initiative to Increase Access to Soccer Across the District

The A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation, the MLS Players Association, Target, and U.S. Soccer Foundation today announced the launch of the D.C. Soccer Initiative

Philip Merrill Presidential Scholars Program Honors 19 Students, Mentors

Some of the University of Maryland’s outstanding seniors worked to address climate change, education gaps, and diversity, equity and inclusion. One senior wrote a textbook. Another has already been admitted to Harvard Law School, but first will serve in the Teach for America Corps in D.C.

DC Public Schools scores a goal on soccer access

Soccer access at D.C. Public Schools is going to be expanded thanks to an effort by the A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation, the MLS Players Association, Target and the U.S. Soccer Foundation, according to a Thursday news release.

Operation Homefront Presents Cornerstone Award to Peter McGuinness, President and Chief Operating Officer of Chobani

Operation Homefront recognizes  Peter McGuinness with its Cornerstone Award. The nonprofit presents the award to individuals who have gone above and beyond to help the organization accomplish its vital mission.

Engineering’s Shun Ahmed is 2022 Outstanding Senior at Vanderbilt

Shun Ahmed has a passion for diversity, inclusion and volunteering. Vanderbilt community members recognized Ahmed’s impact throughout her time at Vanderbilt when she was named 2022 Outstanding Senior on Oct. 23 during the halftime program of the Homecoming football game versus Mississippi State.

Bloomberg Philanthropies pledges $2.5 million for IT youth apprenticeships in D.C.

Michael Bloomberg’s philanthropy group is giving $2.5 million to CityWorks D.C., which supports the academic and career trajectories of D.C. youth and boosts career preparation, training and apprenticeships.

Mary’s Center will have its first new CEO in more than three decades

More than three decades after Maria S. Gomez founded Mary’s Center, the nonprofit community health provider will have its first new president and CEO. Tollie B. Elliott Sr., currently the chief medical officer, will take over starting Jan. 1, the organization announced Tuesday.

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