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 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 households served in 2008, individuals and families got accurate information and appropriate referrals through our Social Service Office.
Capitol Hill Group Ministry distributed thousands in direct financial assistance and more 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.
Foundation Partners
Capitol Hill Community Foundation
Capitol Interfaith Hospitality Network
Clark-Winchole Foundation
Dimick Foundation
The Jovid Foundation
The Matthew and Barbara Black Fund
The Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
Philip L. Graham Fund
William S. Abell Foundation
The W. O’Neil Foundation
United Planning Organization
Yuen Foundation |
Business Partners
Appalachian Springs
Civil Society Consulting Group, LLC
DC Access
Fannie Mae
Lockheed Martin
National Capitol Bank
South Washington/West of the River Family Strengthening Collaborative
Strategic Results Consulting & Training
The Corvus Group
Macro Solutions
Microsoft Corporation
Powertek Corporation
Signal Financial
R.W. Rutherford & Associates
Phyllis Jane Young Real Estate
The Five H's
Constellation Energy Group
Capitol Hill Village, Inc. |
Congregation Partners
Calvary Episcopal Church
Capitol Hill Presbyterian Church
Capitol Hill United Methodist Church
Christ Church + Washington Parish
COGIC Churches
Ebenezer United Methodist Church
Freedom Baptist Church
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Congregation Partners
Grace DC
Hill Havurah
Lutheran Church of the Reformation
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Capitol Hill
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Capitol Hill
St. Peter’s
Unity of Washington
Washington City Church of the Brethren
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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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This is a year when every one of us has to ask “What can I do in response to the hurt I see all around me?” We’re hoping that you will consider answering that question by donating to help one of Washington’s most essential human needs organizations.
Every day you walk by the homeless on your way to and from the office. Sitting in traffic, you see the weathered faces of people holding signs asking for help. Or, maybe you pick up the Metro section of the Washington Post and read about more families that are turning to organizations like the Capitol Hill Group Ministry for help. Especially in these times, too many working families are just one unfortunate event away from losing the roof over their heads.
Please consider donating today!
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CHGM engages neighbors, congregations and organizations in our community in celebrating our shared commitment to social justice.
Together, we put faith into action to empower and provide hope for families and individuals who are homeless or in crisis that they may lead healthy, fulfilling and productive lives. |
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- Sunday, December 13 at 7pm – Benefit concert for Capitol Hill Group Ministry. Location: St. Peter’s on Capitol Hill (visit www.stpetersdc.org)
- Between now and December 21, consider sponsoring a child and parent for Christmas through CHGM’s Christmas “Adopt-A-Family” Project. Contact Shelah Wilcox at wilcox@chgm.net or (202) 544-3150 for sponsorship info.
- Wednesday, December 23, 10am – 5pm – Holiday Open House & Christmas Gift Distribution for homeless families. Location: Shirley’s Place Day Hospitality Shelter. Call (202) 544-3150 for details.
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