SOME (So Others Might Eat)

We're stronger together! Every stride 👟 you take with us on Thanksgiving Day 🦃 will help end hunger and homelessness in DC. ❤️ Join us for our annual Trot for Hunger! 🎉 Invite your family and friends for a fun, memorable, and impactful community event. 🚨 Early bird registration is open now! Use code EARLYTURKEY for 50% off until the end of the month. 🎟️💸 Sign up now to save: SOME.org/Trot

🎉 From working as an EMT in DC to volunteering at Central Union Mission, Ray's journey led him to SOME, where he now helps serve over 900 meals a day and provides over 150 showers a week in our Emergency Services Department. 🙌 He describes SOME as a family full of superheroes, all going above and beyond for each other, our clients, and our community. Let's all take a moment to say thank you to Ray for his commitment to service!

✨ On this #WomensEqualityDay, join us in honoring the women who make DC and the world a better place. ❤️ From the trailblazers who made history in our nation's capital to the resilient women leading change today, your strength, courage, and determination drive our progress. Tag 3 women who have inspired you to achieve more!

Meet Gabi, a passionate teenager from South Africa, who joined BBYO’s service project to assemble 150 hygiene kits for SOME. 💙 In this video, she shares her inspiring experience and the impact of hearing from our leadership about the importance of providing tailored services for underserved and unhoused community members. 🌍✨

We're proud to be featured in a recent article by Voice of America's Spanish division. Below is a translation from the original article, which includes an interview from SOME's SVP of Community Outreach Daryl Wright. "Voice of America recently highlighted the efforts of SOME, an organization in Washington, D.C., dedicated to helping the homeless. Founded in 1970 as a soup kitchen, SOME has expanded its services to include food, medical care, and temporary and permanent housing for individuals earning 30% or less of the Median Family Income. To qualify for the housing program, applicants must be sober, free of addictions, and employed. Residents contribute up to 30% of their income towards rent, with the remaining amount covered by housing tax credits. Daryl Wright, a representative of SOME, emphasizes that one of the initiative's main goals is to "restore the dignity" of those experiencing homelessness: "That they can get food, clothing, and, most importantly, be clean and stand at a bus stop without people laughing at them because they don't have a place to shower." Currently, 1,295 individuals are part of SOME's affordable housing program, with 98% paying rent on time. However, despite these successes, organizations like SOME face significant challenges, such as earning the trust of those living on the streets. As Daryl Wright notes, "Trust can be gained quickly, but it can also take months because the person has had many problems in their life... A lot of people are just scared." In addition to these challenges, organizations are also working to involve authorities to plan sustained, long-term solutions." Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3XbjtBE

Did you know that, on average, parents spent $750 to send one kid to summer camp? And just imagine how much that cost multiples for each child a family has. This expense can become a financial burden that impacts funds needed to prepare those same students for the academic school year. At SOME, we're aware of this burden, which is why we're raising money to support families living in our affordable housing. Are you willing to help? The school year starts next week for public schools in the district, why not give today: https://bit.ly/3Mg54hn

Don't miss out on the chance to save 50% on registration for this year's Trot for Hunger! Use code EARLYTURKEY all month long for discounted access to our Thanksgiving tradition. Ticket proceeds support unhoused and underserved neighbors living in DC. Visit SOME.org/Trot to contribute! It's a win-win.

It's Ok to not be Ok—but at SOME, we don't want our patients to stay that way; we want them to get well! 💙 We believe that physical and mental well-being are deeply connected, which is why our holistic approach to healthcare includes comprehensive mental health services for adults experiencing homelessness and poverty — regardless of their ability to pay. We’re committed to providing affordable care through our Federally Qualified Health Center, residential programs, and transitional services. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3SOvTgg

#ThrowbackThursday to our amazing Summer Concert 🎵 with DC Strings! Not only did we enjoy live music and community connection, but we also highlighted our Reclaiming Our Community campaign and our senior transportation grant from AARP DC. Check out these photos to see the impact in action! 📸✨

With an average income of $17K, families in SOME's affordable housing earn wages below the poverty line, which can make it challenging to paying bill, buy essentials, and put food on the table. By supporting our Family Services campaign, you can make a significant impact on the lives of our DC neighbors! Your support will help provide access to housing, food, education, and essential services. Donate today: https://bit.ly/3WPvSuJ