Better schools. Brighter futures. One of the Best: Catalogue for Philanthropy 2009-2010


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  • The Co-Directors for 2012 are Nicholas Fechter and Pam Zai
  • The first event of 2012 will be held on the 28th of January and will include projects at three schools in DC: Capital Hill Montessori (near Union Station), MacFarland Junior High School and Powell Elementary School (both in the Petworth neighborhood). The Sites Committee is currently in the process of finalizing the candidate schools and projects.
Twitter Updates
  • Just finished up our site visits for the January 28th event! 8 days ago
  • Thanks to everyone who came out for the RC and SC Happy Hour! We are ready to kick off another fantastic year! 15 days ago
  • Working on Site Visits to schools for our January 28th event. If you want to participate, please email volunteer@handsondc.org 16 days ago
  • Save the Date! Hands on DC's Annual Work-a-thon will be May 19th! Registration will open in February, so stay tuned! 18 days ago
  • Your Opinion Needed: Work-a-thon Feedback Survey - Link 256 days ago
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The 2012 Work-a-thon date is set for May 19th, 2012!!

Hands on DC is excited to be in our 17th year supporting DCPS! Our annual Work-a-thon is scheduled for May 19th and we're gearing up to put nearly 2,000 volunteers in 30 public schools, working hard to improve the learning environment for the District's children. REGISTRATION IS SCHEDULED TO OPEN FEBRUARY 2012. Stay informed by signing up for our newsletter, following us on Twitter and on Facebook.

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Our work wouldn't be possible without you! 1,800 of you volunteered in 2011, and made a huge impact, both through your hard work on event day and through donations! Our sponsors make it all possible with their continued support. If you're looking for an organization worthy of your year-end philanthropic giving, Hands on DC would welcome your support! Click here for more details.