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At Spur Local we believe in the power of small nonprofits to spark big change and we are pleased to partner once again with Washingtonian magazine on its annual DOING GOOD feature. You can have confidence that the nonprofits highlighted here, and those in the rest of this online catalog (click the banner at the top of this page to explore further), have all been reviewed by our community advocate volunteer team for critical local impact. Your gift can make a huge difference!

RESULTS: 20

Special List: Washingtonian 2023


American Muslim Senior Society
Rockville, MD

Provides meals and health resources to isolated, immigrant BIPOC seniors

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Immigrant & Refugee Services

Anacostia Watershed Society
Bladensburg, MD

Mobilizes the community to stop pollution, restore natural systems, and rebuild relationships to Anacostia River.

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Environment & Animal Services

BEST Kids
Washington, DC

Offers long-term mentoring to those in child welfare system.

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Mentorship & College Access

Breadcoin Foundation
Washington, DC

Food token designed to empower and feed underserved communities

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Basic Needs, Food, & Housing

Chesapeake Natives
Upper Marlboro, MD

Promoting, propagating and protecting plants native to the Chesapeake Bay.

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Environment & Animal Services

Collective Action for Safe Spaces
Washington, DC

Educates and Advocates for safer public spaces

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Community & Civic Engagement

DC Peace Team
College Park, MD

Cultivate nonviolent agents of peace and justice in the community

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Community & Civic Engagement

ECO City Farms
Riverdale, MD

Grows healthy food while restoring the environment of local communities

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Environment & Animal Services

Empower DC
Washington, DC

Empowering and organizing low-income residents to achieve social justice

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Community & Civic Engagement

Harriet's Wildest Dreams
Clinton, MD

political home and community defense hub for Black abolitionists

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Community & Civic Engagement

Homeless Children's Playtime Project
Washington, DC

Reduces stress and trauma through play for children experiencing homelessness.

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Children, Youth & Families

Hope Multiplied
Washington, DC

Addressing underserved DMV communities with solutions tailored toward their needs.

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Basic Needs, Food, & Housing

LearnServe International
Washington, DC

Empowers students with entrepreneurial leadership and confidence to transform communities.

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Youth Education & Enrichment

Montgomery Countryside Alliance
Poolesville, MD

Promotes and protects a vibrant agricultural reserve in DC.

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Environment & Animal Services

Open Door Sports
Kensington, MD

Provides free afterschool adapted sports programs for children with disabilities

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Children, Youth & Families

Rainbow Families
Washington, DC

Organizes education, advocacy, events, and support for LGBTQ+ families

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Children, Youth & Families

Second Story
Vienna, VA

Supplies safe havens and growth opportunities for homeless and disadvantaged youth.

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Children, Youth & Families

The Latino Student Fund
Washington, DC

Provides educational support for PreK-12 Hispanic students and their families.

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Youth Education & Enrichment

Wanda Alston Foundation
Washington, DC

Offers safe, welcoming shelter and support to homeless LGBTQ youth

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Basic Needs, Food, & Housing

Words Beats and Life
Washington, DC

Unapologetic advocates for the transformative power of Hip-Hop culture.

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Youth & Community Arts