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  • Summer Blood Drive with the Edlavitch DCJCC

    Help replenish the blood supply in the DC metro area!

    It's safe, easy, confidential, and extremely rewarding. The EDCJCC partners with Inova Blood Services to bring skilled technicians and top-of-the-line equipment for our quarterly blood drives.

    A few facts about donating blood:

    -One blood donation can save four lives
    -All donations stay in the Washington, DC area
    -Every 17 seconds, someone in the DC area needs a blood donation
    -One out of 10 people will need a donation before the age of 70
    -The body quickly replaces the amount of blood given during the donation

    For more information, please see the eligibility requirements for donating. Please plan on your blood donation to take about an hour from start to finish.

    Do you need any additional accommodations for this event? If so, please contact msmith@edcjcc.org

    Free

  • American Red Cross Blood Drive with Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia

    Every day, blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer. In fact, every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. It is likely that you or someone you know will need a blood transfusion in your lifetime.

    Due to recent drastic shortfalls of donations over the last several weeks, donors of all blood types are critically needed, especially those with type O blood.

    The blood donation process from the time you arrive until the time you leave takes about an hour. The donation itself is only about 8-10 minutes on average. In order to qualify for whole blood donation, you must be in good health and feeling well, at least 16 years of age (with signed parental consent) and weigh at least 110 lbs. Additional eligibility criteria apply, including certain medications, medical conditions, travel to certain countries, and personal history.

    Pre-registered participants only. No walk-ins.

  • Handmade for the Homeless with the Edlavitch DCJCC

    Join fellow knitters and crocheters to make handmade goodies for a great cause! Our goal is to contribute as many warm winter items as possible to distribute to individuals experiencing homelessness in the DC area. All levels of knitters and crocheters are welcome. Don't know how to knit or crochet? We'll teach you!

    What should I bring? Please bring your own needles/crochet hooks. If you are not already working on a warm winter item and are looking for a great project or just starting out, please bring #8 or #10 knitting needles (circular or straight) or a size H crochet hook. Don't forget the patterns you're working on or want to start.

    What do you supply? We provide lots of beautiful yarn, several patterns including hat patterns using #17 needles or a size N crochet hook, and experienced knitters and crocheters to teach anyone who would like to learn. If you can't join us in person, join us in spirit by knitting or crocheting hats, scarves, gloves and mittens, socks or slippers

  • Make Art and Noise for a Free DC! with Jews United for Justice

    Thomas Jefferson Building - LJ 119 10 1st Street SE Washington, DC 20540 , United States

    Make art, build community, and fight for a free DC with JUFJ. Join us as we stand in solidarity with our partners at Free DC to make clear that we will protect our home. We'll gather to join the two calls to action from Free DC to make our movement visible, loud, and united -- we'll make DC flag posters to put up in our windows, yards, or businesses, and we'll bang pots at 8pm alongside everyone else at Free DC. We will provide some art supplies but you are welcome to bring your own! This event is in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, exact location will be sent to registrants ahead of the event.

  • Make Art and Noise for a Free DC! with Jews United for Justice

    Chabad Lubavitch of Alexandria-Arlington 1307 North Highland Street Arlington, VA 22201 , United States

    Make art, build community, and fight for a free DC with JUFJ. Join us as we stand in solidarity with our partners at Free DC to make clear that we will protect our home. We'll gather to join the two calls to action from Free DC to make our movement visible, loud, and united -- we'll make DC flag posters to put up in our windows, yards, or businesses, and we'll bang pots at 8pm alongside everyone else at Free DC. We will provide some art supplies but you are welcome to bring your own! This event is in the Mt Pleasant neighborhood, exact location will be sent to registrants ahead of the event.

  • Back to School with Housing Up with the EDCJCC

    Seekers Church 276 Carroll St NW Washington, DC 20012 , United States

    Celebrate the start of the school year with Housing Up! We'll play games and distribute school supplies to celebrate the new school year. This Housing Up site serves 10 families who are overcoming homelessness, and volunteering is the perfect way to build community with the residents.

    Please note that program is open only to volunteers ages 18+ and is geared toward volunteers who love working with kids. This program will be held in the Petworth neighborhood of Washington, DC, and the exact address will be provided upon registration. The apartment is accessible by bus and is located .6 miles from the Georgia Avenue/Petworth Metro station. Street parking is available.

    If you have any questions, please reach out to Mira Smith at msmith@edcjcc.org.

  • Mobilize for the Future with Jews United for Justice

    National Mall - Exact location will be shared with registered participants , United States

    Trump's occupation of DC has been shocking and horrifying - for immigrants, unhoused people, youth of color who are brutally targeted by federal agents, and for everyone in DC who cares about their neighbors and communities. It's important and urgent to galvanize our community members behind the demands of the moment! That's why on Sunday, September 28th, JUFJ is hosting this community meeting for Jews across the District to:

    - Come together and take stock of the moment we're in
    - Ground in community, art and song
    - Discuss our strategies to support our neighbors' immediate needs
    - Learn about opportunities to take powerful action.

    As we head into the Jewish New Year we are asked to heed the call to reflect, repent and renew, and ultimately turn that call into action. So, whether you've been active with JUFJ for years or you heard about us for the first time last week, this event is for you.

    Light Kosher vegetarian refreshments will be provided. All ages are welcome; there

  • Get out the Vote! with Moishe House Adams Morgan

    The Kennedy Center Terrace Theatre 2700 F St NW, Washington, District of Colombia, United States

    There are important elections coming up this fall in Virginia and Pennsylvania. Join Moishe House Adams Morgan to write non-partisan letters encouraging people to participate in the democratic process (while eating yummy food and listening to fun music)!

  • Pink Challah Shabbat with Bet Mishpachah

    Bet Mishpachah at the Edlavitch DCJCC 1529 16th St NW, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

    ​All are welcome to join us on Friday, October 3rd at 7:00 pm as we celebrate Cancer Awareness Month by...

  • Handmade for the Homeless with the EDCJCC

    Edlavitch DCJCC 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

    Join fellow knitters and crocheters to make handmade goodies for a great cause! Our goal is to contribute as many...

  • Handmade for the Homeless with the EDCJCC

    Edlavitch DCJCC 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

    Join fellow knitters and crocheters to make handmade goodies for a great cause! Our goal is to contribute as many...

  • 2026 Election Cycle Launch with Jews United for Justice

    JUFJ Campaign Fund Office 2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

    The federal takeover of DC has shown us one thing very clearly: DC residents need local leaders who will fight...

  • Support Veterans on Veterans Day at the Museum with NMAJH

    National Museum of American Jewish Military History 1811 R ST NW, Washington, DC, United States

    Honor veterans for Veterans Day at the museum on Tuesday, November 11th. Join us at the museum anytime between noon...

  • DC Canvassing Team Launch with JUFJ Campaign Fund

    Religious Action Center 2027 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

    When you think Jewishly and vote locally, one of the most important things you can do is talk to your...

  • MLK Day of Service with Adas Israel Congregation

    Adas Israel Congregation 2850 Quebec St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

    Be part of another amazing Day of Service at Adas Israel! For four inspiring hours, we’ll transform our building into...

  • MLK Day of Service with Washington Hebrew Congregation

    Washington Hebrew Congregation 3935 Macomb Street, Washington, DC, United States

    Volunteer! Make your day off from work and school a “day on” for tikkun olam. Prior registration is not required,...

  • Housing Up Valentine’s Day Party with the EDCJCC

    Petworth address provided upon registration. , United States

    Throw a fun Valentine’s Day party for Housing Up, a close partner of the EDCJCC! Housing Up builds thriving communities...

  • Handmade for the Homeless with the EDCJCC

    EDCJCC 1529 16th Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

    Join fellow knitters and crocheters to make handmade goodies for a great cause! Our goal is to contribute as many...