Celebrating community service since 1967, Capitol Hill Group Ministry (CHGM) is an interfaith coalition of congregations and concerned individuals united to serve the spiritual and social needs of the Capitol Hill Community, Ward 6 and beyond. CHGM serves both low-income households – individuals, seniors, and families – and homeless families from across the District of Columbia. In 2008, we assisted more than 3,000 households. CHGM’s support to families include the prevention of evictions; help with transportation to jobs, medical appointments and interviews through the disbursement of metro tokens; and, fulfill emergency food requests for those who are hungry. The CHGM Congregation Based Shelter Project partners with local congregations to provide overnight emergency shelter and intensive case management for homeless families. The project also offers job readiness counseling, holistic wellness care, life skills education, and identifying next stage appropriate housing. “Shirley’s Place,” our Day Hospitality Center, is open 7 days a week for aftercare, case management, and drop in services. Our Family Resource Center involves intensive case management, home visits, resource and referral, and identifying affordable housing opportunities. Formerly homeless families recovering from substance abuse receive permanent housing subsidies and comprehensive supportive services through a partnership between CHGM, Department of Human Services and The Community Partnership for the Prevention of Homelessness. This program, called the Shelter Plus Care Program, focuses on homeless prevention by providing housing assistance and education through tenant-based rental assistance. Our Street Outreach Team connects with neighbors on the street and, through a partnership with Department of Human Services and The Community Partnership, conducts an annual Point-in-Time Enumeration study. In addition to the 3,000 households served in 2008, more than 1,600 individuals and families got accurate information and appropriate referrals through our Social Service Office. Capitol Hill Group Ministry distributed $56,754 in direct financial assistance and another $10,000 in food cards. Children improved their basic academic skills, expanded their cultural horizons, and learned essential life skills at our after school enrichment program, Mission Possible, that serves the Potomac Gardens public housing community.
CHGM depends on the contributions of time, talent, & treasure from people like you.
For more information, upcoming volunteer opportunities, or to make a tax-deductible donation, please contact our administrative office at 202-544-0631 or via email at office@chgm.net CHGM, 421 Seward Square, SE, Washington, DC 20003 |
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