🗣️🗣️It seems like the end of the day - but there's still time to call two Councilmembers & demand they #TaxWealth to #StopTheCuts
☎️Take 3 min. to make 2 calls: https://t.co/o3bIjvLHPt☎️
Today we are focused on HOUSING & FOOD:
- ERAP
- vouchers
- SNAP boost for seniors
THURSDAY 🚨 Join us in front of the Wilson Building this morning for our Housing Rally, where we will continue our calls for a budget that ends chronic homelessness and putting a stop to all encampment evictions. Spread the word, and see you there!
Our Week of Action continues as we email the @councilofdc calling for a more just tax system and to fund housing programs that protect families.
Click here to support @JustRecoveryDC: https://t.co/bGl51V9bcW
And click here to support @WashLegalClinic: https://t.co/2LZXxKOmBO
Everyone Home DC supports the @FairBudgetDC FY25 Budget Platform. We believe in their vision of a just and inclusive DC and value the strength and power of their coalition. Read the entire platform, Safety Is Investing in Community, AND sign on to support here!
We call on @MayorBowser & @ChmnMendelson to invest in true, lasting community safety by funding our recommendations. Shift power & resources to the people 4 a bright future. #SafetyIs#DCBudget
FY25 platform: https://t.co/bvA2RELcVw
Sign on to support: https://t.co/dxIcdbaQbP
As we move forward in budget season, you are invited to our virtual Teach-In event! Join us on Wednesday, March 13, for a discussion about the budget process, our campaign recommendation, and how you can get involved! Register for this free event today: https://t.co/97e4CyXeXJ
We know that ending homelessness is possible and we support the budget recommendations of @thewayhomeDC! See the full set of recs here: https://t.co/RQmcxPBTKg
As we approach the upcoming budget season, The Way Home Campaign calls on @MayorBowser to make bold investments to cross the finish line in ensuring our neighbors have the housing they need to thrive. See our full budget recommendations at https://t.co/OgnB7pY1wc.
The Cold Weather Emergency is now through Sunday, 1/21. Harbor Light, Faith United, Church of Epiphany & St. Josephine will operate overnight (7pm-7am). All other overflow sites will continue to operate 24 hours/day through Monday 1/22 at 7am. Low-barrier shelters operate 24/7.
Everyone Home DC supports this new innovative shelter coming to Foggy Bottom. We hope you will join us tomorrow outside of The Aston to show your support!
TOMORROW! Join us at a rally to show our support for the Aston, DC's newest non-congregate shelter.
Neighbors are spending $20,000/month in legal fees to stop a needed shelter from opening.
Join with us to make sure our people power beats their money power.
“The fact that we’re seeing crisis level unemployment in Ward 8 means that leaders in the District should be responding robustly.” - DCFPI Dep. Policy Director Caitlin Schnur in @DCist.
https://t.co/g80kJF839V
DC has declared a hot weather emergency. Here are 3 things you can do to support the over 800+ people living outside in our country's capital.
Check out our blog for more details: https://t.co/7ZZnj4Ll1N
A Heat Emergency will be activated on Monday, July 3 at 10AM.
Remember: Stay hydrated, limit sun exposure, and check on seniors, neighbors, and pets.
If you see someone in need contact:
📞Shelter Hotline: 202-399-7093 or 311
📷911 for an immediate safety risk
On May 30 (this coming Tuesday), the @councilofdc takes their final vote on the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. So far, the council has only funded a fraction of what's needed. If we truly want to end chronic homelessness, we need more from this year's #DCBudget.