The House DC: A Local Mission™
The House DC’s mission is to transform and empower the lives of inner-city youth and families, through Christ, by giving them hope, a productive future, and a changed community.
Our Work in Anacostia
Why Anacostia
Why is The House DC passionate about Anacostia?
Unemployment is 50% higher than the rest of DC, there’s a high level of drug abuse among children between 10-17 years old, and a large increase in violence over the last ten years. We want to change those stats.
Make A Difference
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of young people in need?
Learn about how you can get involved in activities at The House DC and contribute your time, talents, and resources to advancing the youth in this area.
Help us write new stories of hope and change.
“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due when it is in your power to act. Do not say to your neighbor, ‘Come back tomorrow and I’ll give it to you’ — when you already have it with you.”
— Proverbs 3:27-28, NIV
Our Impact in Anacostia
News & Events
2019 Winter Newsletter
While House students and alums were excited to hear DaVon perform “You Don’t Know How it Feels” live during The House DC Alumni 20-year reunion celebration, the story behind the lyrics makes the piece even more powerful and poignant.
Programs
Life Skills Education
Our mission is to affirm the self-worth of young adults between the ages of 17-30, by spring-boarding them into their identified careers and preparing them to become responsible adults who establish strong family structures and make positive contributions to society.
Success Stories
Graduates
Since 2003, The House has partnered with Anacostia Senior High School and has a strong presence and relationship with the school. The graduation rate for high school seniors participating in our programs is close to 100%.