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Alexandria leaders rattled by Trump administration’s attempt to freeze federal grants and loans

Published January 29, 2025 at 2:35PM

Donald Trump (from campaign website)

Alexandria nonprofits can breathe a sigh of relief after the White House today rescinded a controversial order by President Trump’s administration to withhold all federal grants and loans.

The Trump administration ordered a halt to all federal and grant programs on Monday (Jan. 27), and it was soon after temporarily blocked from going into effect until Monday, Feb. 3. The block was issued by U.S. District Court Judge Loren L. AliKhan and the White House rescinded the order on Wednesday (Jan. 29).

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Nonprofit dedicated to teaching kids trade skills opening new Eisenhower facility next month

By Vernon Miles

Published January 15, 2025 at 11:15AM

Apprentices with Cornerstone Craftsman (photo via Cornerstone Craftsman)

Cornerstone Craftsman, a local non-profit that provides local teens with instruction, tools and mentoring to work in skilled trades, is hosting a grand opening for a new facility on Eisenhower Avenue next month.

The new location is at 2111 Eisenhower Avenue. The grand opening is scheduled for noon on Feb. 28.

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Alexandria nonprofit serving Latino families wants to raise $120K by Dec. 31

By James Cullum

Published December 17, 2024 at 3:45PM

Casa Chirilagua at 4109 Mount Vernon Avenue (Via Facebook)

A nonprofit serving Arlandria’s Latino community is trying to raise some big bucks before the end of the year.

After a disappointing Spring2ACTion fundraiser earlier this year, Casa Chirilagua is trying to raise $120,000 to fund their programming to serve 400+ people, and also keep the lights on. The deadline for giving is Dec. 31.

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Carpenter’s Shelter opens 64-bed winter facility for homeless in Alexandria

By James Cullum

Published December 13, 2024 at 11:35AM

(Left to right) Tianna Spratley, LeBaron Frost, Denise Ziegler, shelter executive director Shannon Steene, Deputy City Manager Alethea Predeoux at the ribbon cutting for the renovated Carpenter's Shelter in Old Town (courtesy photo)

Carpenter’s Shelter recently expanded operations with the opening of the renovated 64-bed Alexandria Community Shelter on Wednesday (Dec. 11).

Carpenter’s Shelter took over the former Department of Community and Human Services space at at 2355-B Mill Road a year ago. The made over space is operating as a winter shelter.

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Proceeds from Alexandria Police Christmas tree sale will send kids to summer camp

By James Cullum

Published December 5, 2024 at 2:30PM

APD officer Alex Trapero at the Alexandria Youth Camp Christmas tree lot at 101 Callahan Drive (staff photo by James Cullum)

Got a Christmas tree yet?

The Alexandria Police Department has already sold more than 300 trees in its annual sale at 110 Callahan Drive — just outside Alexandria Union Station.

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Regional nonprofit combatting drunk driving with free Lyft rides for Halloween parties this weekend

By Vernon Miles

Published October 21, 2024 at 2:50PM

Halloween decoration in Arlington (staff photo by Vernon Miles)

Anyone out celebrating Halloween this weekend should remember: the Nonprofit Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) is sponsoring free Lyft rides to prevent drunk driving.

According to a release:

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ACT for Alexandria awards $38K to these organizations to fight systemic racism

By James Cullum

Published October 16, 2024 at 2:30PM

Food at ALIVE! (Photo via ALIVE!/Facebook)

ACT for Alexandria is giving $38,000 to 19 nonprofits and community leaders to dismantle systemic racism and advance racial equity, the nonprofit announced today.

The $2,000 individual donations were made from the organization’s Fund for Racial Equity, and approved projects include a spelling bee for local students, a mobile eye health clinic, and a mentorship program for community pharmacists, according to ACT.

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Non-profit store Ten Thousand Villages celebrates 30 years in Old Town

By Vernon Miles

Published October 10, 2024 at 3:55PM

Cookies at Ten Thousand Villages (courtesy photo)

Nonprofit shop Ten Thousand Villages (915 King Street) recently celebrated 30 years in Old Town.

The shop offers fair trade goods from over 35 countries made by international artisans with fair trade, meaning artisans receive fair prices for their work.

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Tammy Mann announces departure as CEO of the Campagna Center

By James Cullum

Published September 18, 2024 at 1:20PM

Tammy Mann is stepping down as president and CEO of the Campagna Center (via Facebook)

After more than a decade at the helm, Tammy Mann is stepping down as president and CEO of Campagna Center.

Mann made the announcement in a press release this morning, and said that she will effectively leave the nonprofit on April 30, 2025.

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Alexandria nonprofits hosting fair this weekend to connect volunteers with worthy causes

By Vernon Miles

Published September 6, 2024 at 1:45PM

Marion Brunken, executive director of Volunteer Alexandria (on left), and Jenn Ayers, executive director of ALIVE!, celebrate reaching the goal of collecting more than 33,500 pounds of canned goods and cooking oil during the month of July (courtesy photo)

If you’re an Alexandrian looking for a way to support your community, a Community Volunteer Fair tomorrow (Saturday) will have over 40 local nonprofits helping you find a proper fit.

Volunteer Alexandria and JustServe are sponsoring a Community Volunteer Friday on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 3-5 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (2810 King Street).

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Alexandria nonprofits collaborate for event celebrating City’s inclusivity and diversity

By Vernon Miles

Published September 4, 2024 at 3:00PM

Event at the Campagna Center (photo via Campagna Center/Facebook)

Campagna Center, an Alexandria non-profit that helps local children and families, will be hosting a celebration showcasing Alexandria’s diverse cultures with the help of some grant funding from another local nonprofit.

Campagna Center is hosting Welcoming Week 2024 on Sunday, Sept. 15, at its headquarters at 418 S. Washington Street. The event will be funded, in part, via a $2,000 grant from fellow nonprofit ACT for Alexandria.