DC Tutoring & Mentoring Initiative

DC Tutoring & Mentoring Initiative We believe that every DC student in need of additional support can and should have access to a tutor or mentor. Learn more about us at: www.dctutormentor.org

We are a coalition of organizations and individuals dedicated to empowering students in the District of Columbia and transforming the community. DC Tutoring and Mentoring Initiative
(1) recruits and mobilizes local volunteers
(2) links them with tutoring and mentoring programs/organizations already in operation
(3) provides on-going support to these organizations
in order to reach out to every DC youth in need of additional academic and non-academic support.

A recent fun moment in our summer volunteer recruitment efforts: Taking part in Amazon's Black Employee Network's (BEND...
06/08/2026

A recent fun moment in our summer volunteer recruitment efforts: Taking part in Amazon's Black Employee Network's (BENDMV) “Signing Day” / Tech Day of Service!

We look forward to working with BENDMV and Amazon to mobilize many more Amazon employees in the months and years ahead to support their community through tutoring and mentoring!

06/05/2026

DC kids need us this summer! Join us on Saturday, June 13 from 10-11:15am at Grounded (1913 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE in Anacostia) to learn about the joys, challenges, and logistics of tutoring – hearing from our Neighborhood Tutoring Team (NTT) volunteers themselves!

RSVP on Eventbrite (🔗 in comments) AND enjoy 15% off any menu item when you attend!😋

NTTs are volunteer-led teams of 2-3 adults who each work with 1–2 local students. They meet a few times a week at a convenient location right in their own neighborhood, forming meaningful bonds over time!

You can also get connected to one of our 50+ nonprofit or school partners — whether you're ready to start now or in the fall.

DM us to learn more!

06/04/2026

Join a FREE weekly yoga class in DC! Stretch into downward dog and more this Saturday from 10-11am at Columbia Heights Green. This beautiful garden is located behind 3321 11th St -- a 9 minute walk from the Columbia Heights metro station!

RSVP on Eventbrite. We’re here every Saturday!
https://communityyogainthepark.eventbrite.com

D_YogaDude will lead us in a refreshing flow that strengthens the mind and body. Just bring a yoga mat (we have a few spare) and a friend!

Self-care practices like meditation and outdoor exercise help us become more patient, attentive, and intentional neighbors in the community. When we take time to pour into and better ourselves, we can more sustainable and effectively help others!

Thank you to all 467 of you who signed up to get started or learn more about volunteering this May! Summer is pretty muc...
06/02/2026

Thank you to all 467 of you who signed up to get started or learn more about volunteering this May! Summer is pretty much here, so you’re joining us at an important time.

With school out soon and many families still working full-time, community support is extra important to ensure that kids maintain their reading and math skills. And perhaps more importantly, that they see their neighborhood and community caring for them!

Thanks to you, we are one step closer to ensuring that the 60,000 kids in DC who need extra support can connect with a caring adult in the community.

Keep an eye out for our emails matching you to one of our 50+ partners, and don’t hesitate to reach out if need other options or if your availability changes. We’re here to help!

Thank you for stepping up to make a difference in the community!

A lovely, energetic Saturday afternoon at the U Street Neighborhood Association's Temperance Alley Garden!We were joined...
06/02/2026

A lovely, energetic Saturday afternoon at the U Street Neighborhood Association's Temperance Alley Garden!

We were joined by 17 community members, from DC natives to 2-week-old new residents, each of whom brought a curiosity to learn about getting involved with our Neighborhood Tutoring Teams! These small, volunteer-run teams support local youth in Shaw/Ut, NoMa/Trinidad, Petworth/Mt. Pleasant, Congress Heights/Anacostia, and Capitol Hill.

Thank you to all who joined us, made the event so refreshing, and stepped up as summer is pretty much here. This is a crucial period where we need to help close learning gaps and prevent the summer slide of students' reading and math skills! If you weren't able to attend, keep an eye out for more of our neighborhood and city-wide events this summer.

Many thanks to the U St Neighborhood Association and Temperance Alley Garden volunteers for sharing this beautiful community space with us.DM us to learn more!

Can we talk about how BEAUTIFUL this weekend was??!! We signed up over 100+ people interested in getting started or lear...
06/02/2026

Can we talk about how BEAUTIFUL this weekend was??!! We signed up over 100+ people interested in getting started or learning more about volunteering.We had a stellar start at the Community Wellness Fair at Maya Angelou Schools & See Forever Foundation on Thursday, sharing local tutoring, mentoring, and coaching opportunities. In the evening, Cleveland Park Main Street's Night Market brought out a wonderful crowd!

Then, as always, Petworth PorchFest was a hit on Saturday! Between the good music and delightful weather, we shared so many conversations with caring neighbors wanting to get involved. Our team also tabled at the Mount Pleasant Farmers' Market DC and hosted our Neighborhood Tutoring Teams info session at U Street Neighborhood Association's Temperance Alley Garden.

Community yoga also continued at Columbia Heights Green, where D_YogaDude led a group of 15 attendees in a rejuvenating session!

Finally, on Sunday, we soaked up great connections at the Bloomingdale Farmers Market to close out our volunteer recruitment efforts.

Grateful for everyone who shared their time and story with us. Keep an eye out on your emails as we match you to one of our 50+ nonprofit and school partners!

Wrapping up the last weekend in May with a classic combo: porch fest, farmers markets, and community yoga! On Saturday, ...
05/30/2026

Wrapping up the last weekend in May with a classic combo: porch fest, farmers markets, and community yoga!

On Saturday, our team will be at the Mount Pleasant Farmers' Market DC to share local volunteer opportunities. And, we're just as excited as everyone for Petworth Porchfest! Stop by and say hi if you see us.

Don't forget about FREE community yoga in the morning at Columbia Heights Green!Sunny and 70 -- it doesn't get better than that!

On Sunday, we'll be at Bloomingdale Farmers Market to connect with neighbors looking to tutor, mentor or coach. We hope to recruit lots of volunteers as our partners transition into summer programs.

Fantastic being at the Amazon Black Employee Network (BENDMV)'s Tech Day of Service earlier this week!It was great chatt...
05/28/2026

Fantastic being at the Amazon Black Employee Network (BENDMV)'s Tech Day of Service earlier this week!

It was great chatting with several employees looking to give back to the community! We connected with folks looking to help with math, reading, mentorship and more.

Huge thanks to Brittany Turner and the BENDMV team for organizing service opportunities like packing kits for shelters and for welcoming local nonprofits to connect with the team. It was great being there with NMDP and YMCA of Metropolitan Washington, DC - A*O! A special shout-out to Shae for keeping the energy up in the room and capturing content for the day!

Sunny and 70°, with a chance we'll see you at FREE community yoga?Our free yoga class continues this Saturday from 10-11...
05/28/2026

Sunny and 70°, with a chance we'll see you at FREE community yoga?

Our free yoga class continues this Saturday from 10-11am at Columbia Heights Green (behind 3321 11th St -- a 9 minute walk from the Columbia Heights metro station)! RSVP on Eventbrite:
https://communityyogainthepark.eventbrite.com

D_YogaDude will lead us in a refreshing flow perfect for all levels of yogis. Just bring a yoga mat (we have a few spare!) and a friend!

When we take time to clear the noise and distractions of our day, we can better understand ourselves and what we need to do to build a meaningful life!

Come practice some self care with us so you can better care for your community!

Even Mr. Bunny was interested in learning about getting involved in the community! Spotted at Freshfarm's Dupont Circle ...
05/27/2026

Even Mr. Bunny was interested in learning about getting involved in the community! Spotted at Freshfarm's Dupont Circle market.

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2437 15th Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20009

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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