Community Services Agency - Metro DC

04/23/2020

CSA lands Greater Washington Community Foundation grant
The Metro Washington Council's Community Services Agency is the recipient of a Greater Washington Community Foundation grant to provide assistance to workers affected by the COVID-19 economic fall-out. "During this time of crisis and uncertainty, we are inspired by how our generous donors and community partners are stepping up to help us meet the evolving needs and challenges associated with the impacts of coronavirus on this region,” said Tonia Wellons, President and CEO of the Greater Washington Community Foundation. "CSA deeply appreciates the Greater Washington Community Foundation's confidence in our work to help Metro Washington workers in need during this unexpected challenge," said CSA Executive Director Sonte DuCote. "This grant boosts our ability to help more members," she continued.
MWC affiliates were emailed the COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Referral Form and emergency assistance information earlier this week. All forms must be emailed to [email protected].

04/23/2020

NCA United Way gives CSA $20K for COVID-19 relief
For nearly half a century, the United Way of the National Capital Area https://unitedwaynca.org/ has served the metro Washington area by partnering with the Metro Council’s Community Services Agency (LINK) and other organizations that provide valuable resources and services to the community. "Our mission is to diligently work to offer solutions to the challenges facing our neighbors in need," said Rosie Allen-Herring, United Way NCA President and CEO, "which is why we are pleased to provide the Community Services Agency with a $20,000 grant to assist workers impacted by the COVID-19 economic crisis." CSA Executive Director Sonte DuCote said that "the United Way NCA has been one of our major partners and we are deeply grateful for their support during this challenging time.”

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06/06/2019

Your name in lights at Nats Labor Night
The tens of thousands of Nats fans – as well as millions more watching on TV – will view the names of the many local unions and allies who support the Community Services Agency when they’re displayed on the Washington Nationals scoreboard at the bottom of the 5th inning of this year’s Labor Night at the Nats on Saturday, June 22. There’s still time to add your local’s name; email [email protected] or click here for details. "Thanks to everyone who’s already stepped up,” said CSA Executive Director Sonte DuCote, “including the individual donors and smaller groups who support the work we do to help union members and workers during time of hardship."

05/31/2019

Labor Quiz: What’s this sign all about?

Former Community Services Agency Executive Director Kathleen McKirchy spotted this intriguing sign Wednesday morning while passing through Joliet, Illinois. “At one point, Joliet, just outside of Chicago, had the second largest steel mill in the U.S.,” McKirchy writes. “Its rolled steel rails helped fuel the expansion of railroads in the late 1800's. Not sure what the sign is referring to; the only clues I found are that the building was dedicated in 1950 and the Will County Steelworkers Club was incorporated in 1945.”

If you know the answer, you could win a free ticket to:
CSA’s 2019 Labor Night at the Nats,
Saturday, June 22, 7:15 pm as the Nats take on the Braves. Email us at [email protected]

05/22/2019

Labor Night at the Nats is just one month away! Don't delay get your tickets today!

01/14/2019

Check out www.communityservicesagency.org for Government Shutdown Resources.

09/03/2018

Happy Labor Day to CSA's supporters and friends! We could not do the work we do to help union members, workers and our communities without you!!

This awesome sign was distributed at yesterday's Northern Virginia Labor Federation's Labor Day Picnic. Wonderful turn-out, great time!

08/29/2018

"Be the change that you wish to see in the world." Mahatma Ghandi Consider volunteering for the United Way National Capital Area's Project Homeless Connect on Thursday, September 20, 2018. Visit [email protected]

08/28/2018

Check out today's Union City promoting CSA's golf tournament - Monday, September 24, 2018. https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/ /1657ff14125e588c

What a great opportunity to have fun and support the Community Services Agency's Emergency Assistance Fund that helps workers during times of hardship.

If you don't play golf there are other ways to support. Find out how here: https://www.communityservicesagency.org/uploads/1/0/3/9/103976742/2018_golf_registration_form___team_list.pdf

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08/27/2018

Cohort 20 of the Community Services Agency's (CSA) Building Futures Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Program is in its fifth week! Just one more week to go! Graduation is just around the corner on Monday, September 10th. For more information about this CSA grant funded program, visit communityservicesagency.org.

08/27/2018

08/22/2018

CSA MENTORSHIP INITIATIVE EASES WAY FOR APPRENTICES

The journey to becoming a union apprentice became a little easier last week, as the Community Services Agency launched a one-year mentorship initiative for students in its Building Futures Construction Pre-Apprenticeship program. "We are all on amazing paths," mentor and Local 1900 member Lisa Kenner told nearly two dozen participants gathered in the Benning Road library. "And when we come together to share insight and experiences we grow so much more." "Mentors create lasting impact," said CSA Executive Director Sonte DuCote, "and we hope this initiative will provide tools to our students for years to come." For more information about the CSA Building Futures contact Program Coordinator Sylvia Casaro-Dietert at [email protected] or 202-974-8223.