Receive $1 Million Grant Through the 2024 TD Ready Challenge to Support Small Businesses The grant will support the organizations’ collaborative solution to help underserved small business owners develop, launch, or grow their businesses. Washington DC, March 19, 2025 – Washington Area Community Investment Fund (WACIF), through its partnership with Building Bridges Across the River…
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Thomas Dominique on Vision, Legacy, and Building Supportive Communities at Battle’s Transportation In a city where mobility is key to community and economic growth, Battle’s Transportation, Inc. (BTI) stands out as a driving force for accessible transportation solutions. Founded in 1976 by McKinley Battle, this family-owned business has evolved from its humble beginnings into one…
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Washington, D.C. – The Anacostia Arts Center is proud to announce the return of Afro House: Spirit Fest, its annual signature event celebrating Black History Month. Taking place on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, this year’s festival will provide a much-needed space for rest, reflection, and rejuvenation, bringing together local…
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Washington, D.C., January 22, 2024 – The Washington Area Community Investment Fund (Wacif) announces its inaugural Sustainable Entrepreneurship advisory council. The council will guide Wacif’s sustainability initiatives and partnerships. “Wacif’s commitment to entrepreneurs means expanding support of their work addressing environmental concerns in the communities we serve,” said Shannan Herbert, Chief Executive Officer of Wacif. “I’m…
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