Brown Station Elementary School students and staff jumped into action after an explosion occurred across the street at an apartment complex. We wanted to show our appreciation, so we took the time to Pay It Forward with Fox 5 DC. Easterns donated gift bags full of goodies as a token of gratitude for the work they have done in the community.
Alongside #ABC7, we gave a #HelpingHand after an explosion and fire injured multiple residents, including several children, at the Potomac Oaks condominium complex in Gaithersburg. We wanted to highlight Montgomery Housing Partnership (MHP) for jumping into action to help these displaced families.
Hunter and Sydney Guthrie, started baking and donating goods to the Embry Rucker Community Shelter to help others in need. We were inspired by what they are doing to help others in our community and wanted to lend a #HelpingHand.
Eric and his wife, Bridgette, have been feeding 1000s of people every month for the last six years through their nonprofit, Operation Earnie's Plate. We were inspired by what they are doing to improve our community and wanted to lend a #HelpingHand.
After facing the loss of their son, Reggie and Dedeen Vaughn created a non-profit to help other young people dealing with mental health issues called the Mind Wellness Foundation. Supporting their cause on this Helping Hands with 7 News was an honor!
On this Pay It Forward with Fox 5, we had the opportunity to learn more about FAN D.C. an organization doing amazing things to help children in the foster care system. We wanted to contribute to their cause, so we had a special surprise!
Jill's House is a non-profit that provides short-term, overnight care to families raising children with intellectual disabilities in the DC metro area. While their kids engage in fun activities tailored to their interests and abilities, parents receive 24-48 hours to rest and recharge. As a part of 7News Helping Hands Initiative with ABC 7, we surprised them with something special.
Black Girls Rockville hosts an event called Breakfast and Haircuts, where they provide styling services to those experiencing homelessness. Amazed by the work they are doing in their community, we wanted to #PayItForward with a special surprise.
Educate Fairfax works year-round to make sure students have supplies throughout the year. We were amazed by the work they are doing and wanted to surprise them with something special!
In partnership with ABC7's #Helping Hands program, we had the opportunity to support Student-Athletes For Educational Opportunities, a nonprofit that provides student-athletes with opportunities and develop skills.
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