Georgetown Ministry Center

10/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who supported & came to this year’s Spirit of Georgetown! Full album and photos dropping in the coming weeks, but enjoy this preview from a fantastic event.

GMC is deeply grateful to our incredible co-chairs, Charlotte Etheridge, Jackie Malkes, Alicia O’Brien, and Elena Tompkins, for their dedication and leadership in making this year’s celebration a success. We extend our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to our honoree, Mimsy Lindner, who embodies the Spirit of Georgetown through her compassion and steadfast commitment to our guests.

A special thank-you to our generous event sponsors: Katsumi, River Club, Georgetown Cupcake, Rocklands, Ai Fiori, Bacardi, Bacchus W**e Cellar, and Modern Luxury. Their support helped make this wonderful evening possible.

10/07/2026

The Spirit of Georgetown is exactly one week away! The RSVP deadline to be included on Benefit Committee materials is Friday at 8:00 a.m., however ticket sales will continue to be accepted through event day.

WHEN: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.
WHERE: C. Boyden Gray Hall at Christ Church Georgetown
CO-CHAIRS: Charlotte Etheridge, Jackie Malkes, Alicia O’Brien, and Elena Tompkins

GMC is proud to honor Mimsy Lindner, whose extraordinary compassion and steadfast commitment to our guests embody the heart of our mission.

Thank you for supporting our unique love first model of care.

We look forward to celebrating with you on the 14th!

10/05/2026

Ward 2 Community Conversation on Homelessness tomorrow night! GMC Executive Director Claire Wilson will be speaking on the panel discussion.

09/16/2026

Sweater weather is quickly approaching!!

As we head into fall, there are plenty of ways to get involved with GMC. We are currently seeking volunteers at both of our Drop-In Centers through the end of the month before our Georgetown University volunteers return. We are also collecting pre-loaded SmarTrip cards to distribute to guests. Every day, GMC connects guests with shelters, case managers, doctors’ appointments, and other critical resources across the city. Providing transportation gives our guests the autonomy and ability to access these resources when they need them.

And there’s more happening this fall! Spirit of Georgetown is less than a month away, so be sure to RSVP.

08/28/2026

A huge thank you to Cailin Monahan for coordinating Tuesday lunches all summer long! As the number of guests at GMC grew, Cailin and her team made sure everyone who joined us on Tuesdays received a nutritious and delicious lunch. Thank you so much for your generosity ❤️❤️

08/25/2026

Field Trip! Last Friday, GMC’s guests went down the block to AMC Theatres to see the SpiderMan! We are so grateful for these opportunities to create meaningful memories with our GMC community. ❤️❤️

08/11/2026

FINAL WEEK to join the Benefit Committee!

RSVP to Spirit of Georgetown by this Friday August 14 to be listed on the print invitation!

On October 14, 2026, The Spirit of Georgetown annual celebration will be held in the heart of Georgetown at the beautifully renovated gathering hall at Christ Church. This year’s event will be co-chaired by Charlotte Etheridge, Jackie Malkes, Alicia O'Brien, and Elena Tompkins. This year, GMC i...

08/07/2026

Thank you Artita Gallery | Luxury Jewelry , 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒍𝒚 𝑺𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒔 , & family for the delicious lunch at our GLC Drop-In Center yesterday. On such a hot & humid, it was refreshing to come together and enjoy a homemade meal. Thank you ❤️❤️

08/06/2026

Georgetown Ministry Center is proud to honor Mimsy Lindner at this year’s Spirit of Georgetown. Her decades of service to GMC and the greater Georgetown community exemplify the values of love, stewardship, and community that define Georgetown Ministry Center.

When Mimsy Lindner moved to Washington, DC in 1984, she quickly found a home in Georgetown. Over the past four decades, she and her husband, Rusty, have raised their four children while living in several Georgetown neighborhoods, developing a deep appreciation for the unique character and close-knit community that define the village. Her extensive record of public service reflects a passionate commitment to strengthening the Georgetown community. Since 2023, Mimsy has served as an ANC Commissioner, and previously served as President of Friends of Volta Park from 2006 to 2016. She is a longtime member of Christ Church Georgetown and formerly served on the Board of Little Folks School. These are among numerous other civic and community initiatives that have helped make Georgetown a stronger, more connected neighborhood.

Mimsy’s relationship with Georgetown Ministry Center began in the early 1990s and has remained a constant for more than 35 years. As a founding volunteer of GMC’s original sandwich program, she helped lay the foundation for what has become today’s daily meal program, serving more than 80 guests each day. Mimsy has also volunteered through Christ Church Georgetown at GMC’s Winter Shelter and remains a steadfast behind-the-scenes supporter, regularly donating essential items through GMC’s Amazon Wish List to ensure our Drop-In Center has the supplies guests need every day. She is an advocate for GMC’s services, often stopping to speak with our unhoused neighbors and encouraging them to visit one of GMC’s Drop-In Centers.

Mimsy’s consistent support over the past 35 years has made a lasting impact on both Georgetown Ministry Center and the Georgetown community. We are honored to recognize her as Georgetown Ministry Center’s 2026 Spirit of Georgetown Honoree.

07/24/2026

Christmas came a little early at GMC! 🎄☀️

Today our Drop-In Center celebrated Christmas in July with an afternoon of cookie decorating. After an extremely hot first half of the summer, it was refreshing to manifest cooler days ahead.