Our Cause
The misson of A Wider Circle is to advance equity in the greater Washington, DC region by fostering the exchange of goods, skills, and connections from neighbor to neighbor, and by engaging in advocacy to address the root causes of poverty.
Our Impact
- A Wider Circle serves more than 10,000 individuals each year, including veterans, refugees, neighbors escaping domestic violence, individuals transitioning out of homelessness, and those who never thought they would need assistance.
- A Wider Circle reused, repurposed, or redistributed 90,000 pieces of furniture and home good items last year.
- A Wider Circle served 760 individuals through our neighborhood-based programming last year which includes mental health services, Narcan distribution, micro-grants, food/clothing, and more.
*Ranges calculated below based on payroll deductions from 24-26 total paychecks in a year.
How Your Workplace Donations & Matching Gifts Make a Difference:
$100 - $250
Total Annual Pledge
($5 - $10 per pay period)
$130 ($5 per pay period) supplies a new mattress for an individual going without.
$250 - $650
Total Annual Pledge
($15 - $25 per pay period)
$260 ($10 per pay period) provides one job seeker with customized, ongoing support in their journey to meaningful employment.
$780 - $1300
Total Annual Pledge
($30 - $50 per pay period)
$780 ($30 per pay period) supports an emergency fund so that we can be there for our neighbors in times of crisis
Our Stories
Environmental Awareness Month
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World Environment Day 2024
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January is National Poverty in America Awareness Month
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You can help support this member charity through the following cause funds:
Mental Health, Crisis Intervention
From institutions dedicated to mental health and related initiatives, numerous members of America’s Charities are actively engaged in programs aimed at supporting mental well-being and crisis intervention.
Civil Rights, Social Action, and Advocacy
From organizations dedicated to civil rights, social action, and advocacy to related initiatives, numerous members of America’s Charities are actively engaged in programs aimed at empowering individuals and advocating for social justice. If you’re passionate about advancing social justice and its beneficiaries, consider contributing to this fund.
Human Services
Human service organizations feed the hungry, provide housing to the homeless, provide job training and placement to unemployed individuals, assist crime victims and offenders, act as advocates for children, help people prepare for and recover from disasters, and offer numerous other programs and services to assist individuals, especially the needy ones, in their daily lives. If you’re passionate about improving the lives of individuals through comprehensive human services, consider contributing to this fund.
Youth Development
Numerous members of America’s Charities are actively engaged in programs aimed at nurturing and empowering young individuals. These organizations are dedicated to providing educational and support services that empower youth. If you’re passionate about advancing the growth and well-being of young people, consider contributing to this fund.
Housing and Shelter
Numerous members of America’s Charities are actively involved in programs aimed at providing safe and secure housing for individuals in need. These organizations are dedicated to empowering individuals through housing and shelter support. If you’re passionate about improving housing and shelter options for those in need, consider contributing to this fund.
Employment / Job-Related Fund
From various organizations to related initiatives, many members of America’s Charities are actively engaged in programs aimed at empowering individuals through employment and job-related support. These organizations are dedicated to nurturing career opportunities and facilitating job-related skill development. If you’re passionate about advancing job-related assistance and its beneficiaries, consider contributing to this fund.
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