Bread for the City

06/04/2026

The countdown is on!!✨

Our Juneteenth for the City event will be here in just a few weeks, and we couldn't be more excited! 🙌

Enjoy the rhythms of African drummers🥁, the smooth sounds of sultry jazz🎷, a fun scavenger hunt 🔎, and delicious eats 🌮🍔from local food trucks, panel discussion, community resources, vendors, and more!

Bring your family and friends as we celebrate freedom, culture, and community. ❤️💛💚

Join the fun at this FREE family event! Reserve your spot today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/juneteenth-for-the-city-2026-tickets-1989905016471?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Celebrate Juneteenth with the community, honoring freedom and unity in the city through music, food, and culture!

06/03/2026

🏠✨ Looking for household items? Stop by our FREE Household Pop-Up Market at our Southeast Center on Monday, June 8!

Browse a variety of FREE household essentials and home goods, including furniture, lamps, rugs, décor, and more. Whether you're furnishing a new space, replacing a needed item, or simply seeing what's available, you never know what treasures you might find. 💚

📍 Bread for the City Southeast Center (Back lot)
📅 Monday, June 8
⏰ 10 am- 12 pm

We'll see you soon! 🙌

06/03/2026

🍅🌽 Fresh produce, friendly faces, and community connection.

Join us this Friday at our FREE Farmers Market in Northwest. Enjoy a seasonal selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, perfect for creating healthy meals for the whole family.

📅 Friday, June 5
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍Bread for the City | 1525 7th Street, NW, Washington, DC

We can't wait to see you. 💚

06/02/2026

Changes to SNAP work requirements are now taking effect in Washington, DC, and local officials estimate that as many as 18,000 residents could be affected. While implementation will be gradual, many individuals and families may face uncertainty about their benefits in the months ahead.

At Bread for the City, we know that food assistance is about more than groceries. It is about helping people maintain stability, care for their families, and navigate challenging times with dignity.

As our community adapts to these changes, we remain committed to meeting people where they are through food assistance, healthcare, legal services, and workforce development support, so our neighbors can continue to thrive.

Because everyone deserves access to healthy food, compassionate care, and a place to turn when they need support. 💚

A new law requires some Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients to prove they are working at least 20 hours a week, or participating in an approved training program or volunteer program for a certain number of hours a month.

06/02/2026

🙌 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Juneteenth for the City! 🎉

Join us on Friday, June 19, as we celebrate freedom, culture, and community, connection at Bread for the City’s Annual Juneteenth for the City celebration in the heart of Anacostia. 💚

We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this free, family-friendly event a success. Whether assisting with set-up, greeting guests, supporting activities, or helping throughout the day, your time and energy will help create a welcoming and joyful experience for our community.😁

This is a wonderful opportunity to give back, connect with neighbors, and celebrate the rich history and significance of Juneteenth. 💫

💚 Volunteer with us and make a difference!

📅 Friday, June 19
📍 Bread for the City Southeast Center |1700 Marion Barry Avenue, SE, WDC
⏰ Multiple volunteer shifts available

Sign up today: https://breadforthecity.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/JuneteenthfortheCity

05/28/2026

🎶Join us for our annual Juneteenth for the City celebration — a free, family-friendly block party in the heart of Anacostia! ✨

Come celebrate freedom, culture, history, and community with an afternoon full of live musical performances, drummers, local vendors, delicious food, and more. 💚

From African jewelry and handmade goods to health and wellness, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Grab a bite from local food trucks serving everything from vegetarian dishes and seafood favorites to sweet treats and everything in between. 🍤🥗🍧

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🙌🏾

📍 Bread for the City | 1700 Marion Barry Ave., SE, Washington, DC
📅 Friday, June 19, 2026
⏰ 12 PM – 6 PM

Reserve your spot today!

Celebrate Juneteenth with the community, honoring freedom and unity in the city through music, food, and culture!

05/28/2026

Join us at our FREE Farmers Market Fridays! 🥕🍎

Fresh produce is waiting for you at our Southeast Center!

Stop by for a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables in a welcoming community environment. 💚

📍Bread for the City Southeast Center
🗓 Friday, May 29
⏰ 9:00 AM

We look forward to seeing you! Come early, good eats don't last long! 😋

05/28/2026

Today on , we are reminded that hunger is about more than food — it’s about dignity, stability, health, and access.

In Washington, DC, 38% of the population experiences food insecurity, including 1 in 7 children. Notably, 76% of those experiencing food insecurity are employed, highlighting the growing challenges many working individuals and families continue to face.

At Bread for the City, we see these realities every day. Through our food pantry and free weekly Farmers Market Fridays, we help provide fresh, nutritious groceries in a welcoming and respectful environment. Because everyone deserves access to healthy, nutritious food.💚

Learn how you can help support individuals and families facing food insecurity in our community. https://breadforthecity.org/food/

05/26/2026

What a wonderful evening of music, community, and generosity! 🎶💚

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who came out to support Bread for the City at the Universal Language benefit concert. From soulful vocals and powerful performances to an amazing assortment of musical genres, the night was filled with extraordinary talent, energy, and heart. 🫶🎸

A SPECIAL THANK YOU to high school senior, Jack who organized this event along with the talented singers, musicians, students, and faculty who helped to made this event such a success. 🎷Your generosity and passion help make it possible for Bread for the City to continue providing wraparound services and compassionate care to our neighbors across Washington, DC.

Music has a beautiful way of bringing people together—and this evening was a powerful reminder of the strength of community and the impact we can make together. ✨

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We reflect with gratitude on their courage, dedication, and unwavering commitment.💚 🇺🇸