The Distant Relatives Project

The Distant Relatives Project The Distant Relatives Project is a 501c3 non-profit organization with a commitment to developing underseved communities around the world.

Education | Homelessness | Healthcare The Distant Relatives Project is a 501 c(3) nonprofit organization that was founded in 2017 by William Asiedu. Our mission is based in the commitment to developing underserved communities around the world by creating opportunity and access to resources. This is performed through a series of community outreach and engagement. Our three core pillars include: Edu

cation, Homelessness, and Healthcare

Services and Programs:
-Providing access to clean drinking water
-Facility Optimizations
-Access to healthcare and health insurance
-One-on-One Case Management
-"Feeding Our Relatives"

Women’s Health Month takes center stage next Saturday as we come together for our monthly Empowering Our Relatives outre...
05/21/2026

Women’s Health Month takes center stage next Saturday as we come together for our monthly Empowering Our Relatives outreach.

Women experiencing homelessness often face higher risks of health complications, barriers to care, and increased vulnerability while navigating life without stable housing — yet their needs are too often under-resourced and overlooked.

We’re calling volunteers, donors, and our community to show up and take action.

📍 McPherson Square Park
🗓 Saturday, May 30th
⏰ 11:00 AM EST

👉 Volunteer: distant-relatives.org/empowerdc
💛 Donate: distant-relatives.org/give
📲 Zelle: [email protected]

Join us in empowering our relatives—every contribution helps us sustain and expand this work.

April is Medicaid Awareness Month — and we’re committed to connecting our unhoused neighbors to vital healthcare resourc...
04/23/2026

April is Medicaid Awareness Month — and we’re committed to connecting our unhoused neighbors to vital healthcare resources and support.

📍 McPherson Square Park
🕚 Saturday at 11AM

We’re bringing resources, care, and support to our unhoused neighbors — but we can’t do it without volunteers.

If you’ve been looking for a sign to get involved… this is it.

🔗 Sign up NOW: distant-relatives.org/empowerdc
💙 Make a donation to help us empower our Relatives: distant-relatives.org/give

Let’s show up strong. Let’s serve with love. Let’s make a difference — together.

We’re back!⁣⁣Our first Empowering Our Relatives of 2026 is here, and we’re stepping into this season with intention, car...
03/18/2026

We’re back!⁣
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Our first Empowering Our Relatives of 2026 is here, and we’re stepping into this season with intention, care, and community at the center.⁣
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Join us for National Nutrition Month as we gather in DC to share meals, resources, and meaningful connection with our relatives. These moments are always bigger than a single day—they’re about showing up, consistently and together.⁣
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If you’ve been looking for a way to be part of something tangible, this is it. We’d love to have you with us. 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗶𝗼.

03/13/2026

The Distant Relatives Project is relaunching our flagship Empowering Our Relatives program, and we need your support to continue serving our neighbors experiencing homelessness in the Washington, DC area.

Here’s how you can take action today:

💛 Donate to help us provide meals, hygiene kits, clothing, and essential resources

🙌 Volunteer with us on the last Saturday of every month

🔁 Pay it forward by sharing this post and inviting a friend to serve alongside you

When a community shows up for one another, real change happens. Let’s continue building something meaningful—together.

🔗 Support the mission: distant-relatives.org

💧 Clean Water. Stronger Schools. Brighter Futures.The Distant Relatives Project is launching its Clean Water Initiative ...
02/10/2026

💧 Clean Water. Stronger Schools. Brighter Futures.

The Distant Relatives Project is launching its Clean Water Initiative and Facility Optimization Project at Dejach Geneme Primary School. With our team on the ground and the community fully engaged, we’re rebuilding school infrastructure, installing a new library, and breaking ground to bring clean drinking water to over 500 students and community members.

Join us in delivering clean water and an improved learning environment for students at Dejach Geneme Primary School.

💧 Donate: distant-relatives.org/give | PayPal.Me/distantrelatives

We are proud to honor Jamila Jenkins () as our Giver of the Year. Her generosity, commitment, and belief in our mission ...
12/20/2025

We are proud to honor Jamila Jenkins () as our Giver of the Year. Her generosity, commitment, and belief in our mission have made a meaningful impact on the communities we serve and the work we are able to do.

Jamila’s support goes beyond giving—it reflects a deep dedication to service, community, and creating lasting change. We are incredibly grateful for her heart, leadership, and continued investment in the Distant Relatives Project. 💛

Join us as we celebrate Jamila and the power of giving with purpose.

Honoring our 2025 Members of the Year for their unwavering commitment, exceptional service, and powerful impact across o...
12/20/2025

Honoring our 2025 Members of the Year for their unwavering commitment, exceptional service, and powerful impact across our global mission.

Tonight, at our 6th Annual Holiday Party, we proudly recognize three outstanding leaders from our International Affairs, Healthcare, and Community Development teams—individuals who have gone above and beyond to serve, lead, and uplift communities near and far.

- Agnes Osafo (Community Development)


- Camryn Williams (International Affairs)


- Zxena Manneh (Healthcare)


We are also honored to celebrate our 2025 Director of the Year, whose vision, leadership, and dedication have helped move the Distant Relatives Project forward in meaningful and lasting ways. Thank you, Angelica Rugege!

Join us as we celebrate excellence, service, and the people who make this work possible. 💛

We’re excited to announce Shennekia Grimshaw () as the official host of the Distant Relatives Project’s 6th Annual Gala ...
12/19/2025

We’re excited to announce Shennekia Grimshaw () as the official host of the Distant Relatives Project’s 6th Annual Gala ✨

A dynamic voice, passionate advocate, and true champion for community impact, Shennekia G. will help guide us through an unforgettable evening celebrating service, culture, and our shared commitment to uplifting underserved communities around the globe.

Join us as we gather, give, and grow together—this is a night you won’t want to miss. 💫

We’re turning up the energy at our 6th Annual Holiday Party Fundraiser 🎶✨Join us at Zooz DC on Saturday, December 20th f...
12/18/2025

We’re turning up the energy at our 6th Annual Holiday Party Fundraiser 🎶✨

Join us at Zooz DC on Saturday, December 20th for an unforgettable night featuring a LIVE BAND bringing the vibes, the rhythm, and the celebration to life. From soulful sounds to high-energy moments, get ready to dance, connect, and celebrate community with us.

Every beat supports our mission to empower underserved communities locally and globally—so come dressed to impress, ready to give back, and prepared to party with purpose.

🎄 Live music
🤍 Impactful giving
🎉 Unmatched vibes

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PartyWithPurpose

12/18/2025

Education thrives when basic needs are met—and together, we’re turning that belief into action. 🇪🇹✨

The Distant Relatives Project is proud to launch our next initiative in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where we are transforming Dejazmach Geneme Primary Schoolinto a more supportive, inspiring, and creative learning campus. This project includes expanding learning spaces, building a dedicated library, and restoring access to clean water—improvements that will positively impact over 3,000 students, families, and community members.

The work is officially underway, with completion anticipated in early Spring. We are deeply grateful to our partners, supporters, and community for making this possible and for your continued commitment to developing and empowering underserved communities around the world.

Together, we’re not just building infrastructure—we’re building opportunity. 🌍📚💧

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