DC-based nonprofits like Southeast Children's Fund and A Wider Circle came out in force to a DC City Council meeting last week to show support for One City Fund. The $15M fund, conceived by Mayor Vincent Gray, allows small nonprofits to compete openly for grants of up to $100k. The grants go to new programs that grow the economy; prepare DC residents for the new economy; increase the city's sustainability; and improve quality of life. Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington's Allison Carney gave testimony and later told us that it's the first time government has taken a step to recognize the importance of small nonprofits. The budget process is in the early stages, so Allison says the fund's approval is still uncertain.
DC Groups Push For One City Fund
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DC City Council, Mayor Vincent Gray, Nonprofit Roundtable, One City Fund, Wider Circle
