Housing Up

At Housing Up, we know that each one of our supporters is unique. Our donor recognition program celebrates your individual generosity by providing tailored experiences and ways to get more involved with the families we serve. Learn more at housingup.org/donate/ways-to….

Behind every success story is a community that helped shape it. Help empower the families we serve and join Housing Up’s amazing team of volunteers at housingup.org/volunteer.

A new year means new opportunities to create impact and strengthen our Housing Up community! With your help, we will face 2026 with renewed energy and commitment to ending family homelessness in DC. Learn about the different ways you can get involved at housingup.org.

HUD cuts could leave how many people without housing? #triviatuesday

HUD proposed major changes that will impact ______ housing. #TriviaTuesday

In 2025, 22% of households in the DMV were very food insecure (the most severe form of food insecurity). This is a 6% increase from 2022. #TriviaTuesday

How many households in the DMV region are food insecure? #TriviaTuesday

How many people in the DMV rely on SNAP?

Today is Election Day, and many states, including our neighbors in Virginia, New York, and New Jersey, are at a pivotal moment. Use your voice and vote for candidates who prioritize affordable housing and support services for all communities.

Many children in our affordable housing communities have gaps in their education due to homelessness and housing insecurity. Help the kids we serve build brighter futures and achieve their goals by becoming a volunteer tutor at Housing Up. Sign up today at housingup.org/volunteer

The Housing First approach has been shown to significantly reduce homelessness. Today, the Trump administration is working to dismantle this Housing First, potentially leaving more than 170,000 formerly homeless people without housing. Read more: tinyurl.com/yc4c3zsd.

Average monthly evictions in DC are at their highest level in six years. Advocates say this surge can be attributed to several factors. Read more here: 51st.news/record-eviction-le….

Last week, Housing Up hosted our most important fundraiser, Living in the City. We are so close to our fundraising goal! Every cent from goes directly to funding essential services, like our youth enrichment programming. Donate today at housingup.org/auction.

In case you missed it, Housing Up's new CEO, Mercedes Lemp, joined us at Living in the City last week. Thanks to the support of our generous community, we have almost reached our fundraising goal. Will you help us cross the finish line? Donate today: housingup.org/auction.

Recent federal layoffs have largely targeted departments that serve the most vulnerable populations, including the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Learn more about the impact of federal layoffs on fair housing here: washingtonpost.com/business/…

Thank you to all of the incredible community members who attended our biggest fundraiser of the year, Living in the City! Your support will help fund critical programs and services. Help us get over our fundraising finish line and donate at housingup.org/auction today!

Housing Up’s most important fundraiser of the year, Living in the City, is just hours away. Grab your tickets while there’s still time and don’t miss out on our most exciting event of the year. Get your tickets here: housingup.org/LITC.

Last year, 37 tutoring sessions were held at our affordable housing communities, Fort View and Webster Gardens. This program is supported entirely by volunteer tutors who assist kids with homework. Sign up to become a Housing Up volunteer tutor today: housingup.org/volunteer.

How many meals did Housing Up serve to families in 2025? #TriviaTuesday

This Wednesday, the DC Council approved Mayor Bowser's RENTAL Act. The Washington Post interviewed Housing Up's Director of Resident Services, Nkem Offor, to get the perspective of affordable housing providers. Click here to read more: washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/….