Volunteering. Organizing a supply drive. Giving one time or as a monthly Sustainer of Hope. Honoring a loved one. Reading and sharing inspiring stories. Checking out the latest event.
Donating your time provides creative and meaningful moments to children, adults, and families at Community of Hope.

Dedicate your talents and passions to serve your DC neighbors and give back to your local community. We welcome individuals, group volunteers and corporate groups.
We are excited to welcome volunteers to Fam-Club and Birthday Parties at The Aya, our Ward 6 short-term family housing site and The Triumph, our Ward 8 site. Please make room in your calendars to be part of our Fam-Club at The Triumph! Volunteers also make great hosts for Birthday Parties at The Triumph. These opportunities provide meaningful ways for volunteers to make a difference in the lives of young people and their families experiencing homelessness.
Our volunteer program offers a number of individual and group volunteer activities – matching a wide range of interests, skills, and commitment levels.
Support families overcoming homelessness and give back to your local community! Help lead fun activities with the residents at The Aya and The Triumph, our short-term housing site in Washington, DC’s Wards 6 and 8. Please note: Fam-Club volunteers do not need to attend a separate Volunteer Orientation.
Bring birthday cheer to children and families experiencing homelessness! This is a great opportunity for small groups. Contact Rebekah Church at rchurch@cohdc.org to learn more.
Host a game night with a group or share a special skill or talent with the adult residents at The Bridge at Girard in Columbia Heights, DC. Groups are also welcome to host a lunch or seasonal party for the residents.
Find a volunteer opportunity that interests you by viewing our current opportunities here. Simply create your Community of Hope volunteer profile and sign up for opportunities on Volunteer Hub!
For certain positions, individual applications will be reviewed and potential volunteers will be contacted for an interview.
Visit our calendar of events and then view availability for an event by clicking the event title. When you want to register for an event, click the sign-up button, and either login or create an account when prompted. Once you are logged in, you can return to the calendar and sign up for any other events you’d like without having to log in again.
You’ll know you have successfully been signed up for an event when you receive a confirmation email.
You are an important part of the team! In order to ensure that we have enough volunteers for each shift, we count on you to keep your commitment. If you are unable to attend, we ask that you cancel via VolunteerHub, email, or phone as soon as you know of a change in your plans. If you miss two or more shifts without contacting Community of Hope staff, your VolunteerHub account will be locked (you will not be able to log in), until you have a further conversation with Community of Hope staff. We appreciate your understanding.
The following opportunities are great for one-time and reoccurring volunteers or for groups of up to six people.

The Triumph

parties

Girard


Donate tangible supplies for families moving into their own home or welcoming a new baby.
Community of Hope accepts the following items for our Housing program. Our household wishlist is easy to purchase from on Amazon. We are always looking for donations to our New Baby Closet – view the wishlist here. We invite you to consider hosting a donation drive to engage even more people in our mission, with a birthday, holiday, or any other celebration to assist families in need with smooth transitions.
If you have any questions about our in-kind wish list, please email development@cohdc.org and a member of our team will follow up with you regarding your gift.
Having a new baby is an exciting moment for any family— requiring a lot of equipment and for families with resources stretched thin, getting extra support is key to a healthy start. Learn more about wanted items!
Clothing for babies and toddlers
Maternity clothing
Baby blankets and burp cloths
Strollers and baby equipment
VIEW THE LIST
- Full and twin sheets and blankets
- Dishes (plates, bowls, cups - sets of 4 or more place settings)
- Silverware (sets of 4 or more place settings)
- Pots and Pans (sets - not individual)
- Bath towels and wash cloths (sets of 2 or more)
- Bathroom basics (shower curtain, curtain rings, and bathmat as a set)
- First Aid Kits (in box)
- Cleaning supplies (trash cans, mops, sponges, etc.)
New or gently used children’s books to brighten and enrich children’s experiences at our sites
Culturally appropriate with diverse main characters.
Spanish, French, and Amharic books welcome.
VIEW THE LIST
We also receive school supplies for the children in our housing programs and living near our health center each summer (July and August only) and run a Holiday Cheer initiative each December.
Our wishlist makes purchasing on Amazon easy. Please let us know your gift is coming by contacting development@cohdc.org or 202.407.7747.
Due to limited storage space, donations will not be accepted at our sites without prior notification. Unfortunately, we cannot pick up donations at this time. Thank you!
We also receive school supplies for the children in our housing programs and living near our health center each summer (July and August only) and run a Holiday Cheer initiative each December.
Learn more about stories of healing, stability, and hope from our Community of Hope voices, clients, and patients.
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For more than 50 years, Community of Hope has provided medical and humanitarian aid to families in Washington, D.C.
You can read about the many ways to give below, or visit our donation form to make a one-time or monthly contribution online. You can read about the many ways to give below, or visit our donation form to make a one-time or monthly contribution online. You can read about the many ways to give below, or visit our donation form to make a one-time or monthly contribution online.