UCAP’s CEO, Rasheeda Jamison and Path Program Director, Candice McCullough, spent an inspiring day at Amazon meeting with Patrick Phillippi, Sr. Manager of Community Engagement, and Nick Charles to discuss partnerships, innovation, and opportunities that create stronger communities. The meeting focused on collaborative efforts to expand resources, support economic empowerment, and drive meaningful impact for the individuals and families UCAP serves.
UCAP proudly welcomed Glenn Ivey during his tour of the agency, where he had the opportunity to meet the staff, learn more about our programs, community impact, and ongoing efforts to serve families throughout the region.
UCAP celebrated mother’s day by hosting an event for our wonderful seniors at Glassmanor Community Center.
UCAP continued its Teacher Appreciation Week celebration at Suitland Elementary School by hosting a special Ice Cream Social for teachers, staff, parents, and students to enjoy. A big thank you to Lickity Split, LLC for helping make the event a sweet success as we honored the dedication and hard work of our educators.
UCAP celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week by providing the teachers and staff baskets to another school in designated focus areas of the Enough Initiative, Samuel P Massie Academy. The baskets were filled with cleaning and classroom supplies.
UCAP celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week by providing the teachers and staff of Suitland Elementary School with baskets filled with cleaning and classroom supplies. This effort supported our designated focus areas of the Enough Initiative.
The brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. proudly gave back to the community by donating diapers, pull ups, toiletries, and socks to support families at Shepard’s Cove Shelter.
UCAP is grateful to Pohanka for a $4,000 donation through its “Your Car, Your Cause” campaign, helping to strengthen local food security initiatives. This support will enable UCAP to provide nutritious meals to more families and individuals experiencing economic hardship across Prince George’s County. This marks the 5th donation through this campaign.
UCAP brought educators and families together at Suitland Elementary School to host a meaningful focus group. Over food and conversation, teachers and parents were able to have a community driven discussion with Cresendo Group to share their insights and uplift the needs of their community.
Channie Johnson and Mary Sitgraves of Union United Methodist Church donated hygiene products, toiletries, and cosmetic items such as sanitary napkins, mouthwash, body washes, lotion, and cleaning products to the residents of Shepard’s Cove Shelter.
Earline Morgan, Chair of Kingdom Queens - City of Praise Family Ministries donated 5 beautiful easter baskets to the children of Shepard’s Cove Shelter. Their kindness brought smiles, joy, and a reminder of love during Easter.
The Ezinne Association of Women from Orlu generously donated an abundance of essentials—including pillows, tissues, paper towels, comforters, towels, cleaning supplies, and food—to UCAP’s shelter and food pantry. Their support is making a meaningful impact on the lives of the individuals and families we serve, and we are deeply grateful for their generosity.
UCAP proudly hosted a second grocery giveaway for Thrive Prince George’s participants, supporting 51 families with fresh food and essential items. Deliveries were also made to seniors’ homes, ensuring no one was left out. Thanks to the generous support of our food sponsor, Faith United Ministries / Extended Hands, this initiative strengthened community outreach and reinforced UCAP’s ongoing commitment to uplifting those in need.
UCAP is grateful to Pohanka for a $4,200 donation through its “Your Car, Your Cause” campaign, helping to strengthen local food security initiatives. This support will enable UCAP to provide nutritious meals to more families and individuals experiencing economic hardship across Prince George’s County. Contributions like this make a meaningful difference, empowering the organization to expand its reach and meet the growing needs of the community.
UCAP proudly hosted a grocery giveaway for Thrive Prince George’s participants, helping ensure approximately 60 families have access to fresh food and essential items. In addition to on-site distribution, baskets were delivered directly to seniors’ homes, extending support to those unable to attend. With the generous support of our food sponsor, Faith United Ministries / Extended Hands and dedicated volunteers from Gaylord National Harbor, the initiative strengthened community outreach efforts and provided meaningful assistance to households in need, reinforcing UCAP’s commitment to serving and uplifting the Community.
UCAP received a $3,600 donation from Pohanka to strengthen its food security initiatives serving residents experiencing economic hardship. The contribution was made through Pohanka’s “Your Car, Your Cause” campaign in support of UCAP’s mission. This funding will directly support UCAP’s emergency food assistance programs, providing critical access to nutritious meals for low-income individuals and families across the county. As economic pressures continue to impact local communities, partnerships like this play a vital role in sustaining effective, community-based solutions and expanding UCAP’s ability to serve those most in need.
Rasheeda Jamison, President and CEO of UCAP (United Communities Against Poverty, Inc.), was honored with an award recognizing the organization’s impact in uplifting and empowering the community. For decades, UCAP has served as a vital resource for individuals and families, providing programs that support economic stability, workforce development, education, and access to essential services.
This recognition highlights UCAP’s ongoing commitment to expanding opportunity, fostering resilience, and creating pathways to long-term self-sufficiency. Through strong partnerships, dedicated staff, and deep community ties, UCAP continues to play a critical role in reducing poverty and promoting equity across the communities it serves.
FanDuel donated $10,000 to UCAP to support efforts addressing food insecurity, helping expand access to nutritious food and essential resources for individuals and families facing hardship. The contribution strengthens ongoing outreach and food assistance initiatives, enabling UCAP to reach more households and provide critical support to those most in need while advancing the organization’s commitment to building a healthier, more resilient community.
UCAP hand-delivered holiday cards to Greater Washington Community Foundation, grantors of Thrive Prince George’s, on behalf of program participants. The gesture served as a heartfelt expression of gratitude, recognizing the support and partnership that helped advance Thrive Prince George’s mission and positively impact the lives of those served through the initiative.
Dani Moore King hosted a holiday self-care day for the women residing in the shelter, creating a restorative space centered on wellness, reflection, and community. The event featured a food donation from Carolina Kitchen, grounding meditation and affirmations led by Durrell Davis of Ultimate Fitness and Spa Services, and curated gift bags that provided residents with thoughtful items to support relaxation and personal care during the holiday season.
City of Grace Church donated toys to UCAP’s Santa’s Workshop, supporting holiday programming for children and families served by the organization. The donation helped provide gifts for the Christmas season and strengthened community efforts to ensure families experienced joy and support during the holidays.
Members of the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy of the Prince George’s County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. donated toys to Santa’s Workshop as part of their service-learning initiative, supporting holiday gift distribution for children and families in the community.
UCAP hosted a Thrive Prince George’s Christmas party led by Project Manager Sajelle Avery, bringing holiday cheer and meaningful support to participating seniors. The event included $2,500 in donations to ensure each participant received a gift, along with large prize bingo giveaways such as a 43-inch television, slow cooker, juicer, and rice cooker. Special thanks to Faith United Ministries for their generous donation of food and desserts, which helped make the celebration both festive and nourishing for attendees.
Jamie Henson of Jamz Fit & Friends donated toys and coats to support Santa’s Workshop, helping provide holiday gifts and warm winter clothing to children and families in need. The contribution supported seasonal outreach efforts and ensured families had access to both festive items and essential cold-weather resources.
Arthur Wheeler Spirits Co. and The Freestate Distillery partnered with the Morgan State Alumni Association to host a holiday toy drive for UCAP. The event was held at the UCAP agency, providing gifts for children and families served by the organization. The donation supported UCAP’s holiday outreach efforts and helped ensure recipients had access to seasonal gifts.
The National Pan-Hellenic Council of Prince George’s County, MD donated toys to Shepherd’s Cove Shelter for the Christmas holiday, providing gifts to children and families residing at the shelter. The donation supported the holiday spirit in the shelter and helped ensure residents could make their children’s holiday special.
Chillum Station – Washington Gas Light Company donated toys to support our Santa’s Workshop, helping bring holiday joy to children and families in the community. The generous contribution helped ensure more children experienced the excitement of the season through gifts that inspired smiles and celebration.
Bee Fabulous Moments donated toys, books, and other holiday gifts to support our Santa’s Workshop, helping make the season brighter for children and families in our community. The thoughtful donation contributed to a joyful holiday experience and ensured more children could celebrate with special gifts.
UCAP partnered with WHUR 96.3 for their annual Children’s Toy Drive, working together to collect and distribute gifts to children across the community. The collaboration helped spread holiday cheer while reinforcing a shared commitment to supporting families and making the season memorable for those in need.
Shepherds Cove received a generous Thanksgiving donation from the Circuit Court of Prince George’s County, providing food, holiday staples, and essential items to help local families prepare for the holiday season and demonstrating the court’s commitment to community support.
The Group Project Giveback donated 20 Thanksgiving baskets at the Thanksgiving drive, each stocked with meats, vegetables, and other traditional meal items to support families in need.
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Pastor Tameka Shalone was honored to donate on behalf of Impact Nation Global Ministries, providing canned goods, stuffing, and other essential items to help families prepare for the holiday. The thoughtful contribution reflected a deep commitment to community, generosity, and ensuring community members had the resources needed for a warm and meaningful Thanksgiving.
We partnered with Abundant Life Church to host a drive-up distribution, providing 150 turkey baskets to families in need ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. The effort helped ensure local households were equipped with the essentials for a warm holiday meal while reflecting the power of partnership and community support.
Staff members connected with students during a trick-or-treat visit to Samuel P. Massey Elementary School, a valued partner in the Enough Initiative, sharing smiles and seasonal fun while strengthening community ties.
We celebrated community and fall fun at our Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2025, and were especially grateful to local Girl Scout troops — Daisy Troop 21139, Brownie Troop 5019, Junior Troop 3418, Senior Troop 5229, and Ambassadors 5458 — for generously donating pumpkins that made our carving activity a festive success.
UCAP’s CEO, Rasheeda Jamison and Path Program Director, Candice McCullough, spent an inspiring day at Amazon meeting with Patrick Phillippi, Sr. Manager of Community Engagement, and Nick Charles to discuss partnerships, innovation, and opportunities that create stronger communities. The meeting focused on collaborative efforts to expand resources, support economic empowerment, and drive meaningful impact for the individuals and families UCAP serves.
UCAP proudly welcomed Glenn Ivey during his tour of the agency, where he had the opportunity to meet the staff, learn more about our programs, community impact, and ongoing efforts to serve families throughout the region.
UCAP celebrated mother’s day by hosting an event for our wonderful seniors at Glassmanor Community Center.
UCAP continued its Teacher Appreciation Week celebration at Suitland Elementary School by hosting a special Ice Cream Social for teachers, staff, parents, and students to enjoy. A big thank you to Lickity Split, LLC for helping make the event a sweet success as we honored the dedication and hard work of our educators.
UCAP celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week by providing the teachers and staff baskets to another school in designated focus areas of the Enough Initiative, Samuel P Massie Academy. The baskets were filled with cleaning and classroom supplies.
UCAP celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week by providing the teachers and staff of Suitland Elementary School with baskets filled with cleaning and classroom supplies. This effort supported our designated focus areas of the Enough Initiative.
The brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. proudly gave back to the community by donating diapers, pull ups, toiletries, and socks to support families at Shepard’s Cove Shelter.
UCAP is grateful to Pohanka for a $4,000 donation through its “Your Car, Your Cause” campaign, helping to strengthen local food security initiatives. This support will enable UCAP to provide nutritious meals to more families and individuals experiencing economic hardship across Prince George’s County. This marks the 5th donation through this campaign.
UCAP brought educators and families together at Suitland Elementary School to host a meaningful focus group. Over food and conversation, teachers and parents were able to have a community driven discussion with Cresendo Group to share their insights and uplift the needs of their community.
Channie Johnson and Mary Sitgraves of Union United Methodist Church donated hygiene products, toiletries, and cosmetic items such as sanitary napkins, mouthwash, body washes, lotion, and cleaning products to the residents of Shepard’s Cove Shelter.
Earline Morgan, Chair of Kingdom Queens - City of Praise Family Ministries donated 5 beautiful easter baskets to the children of Shepard’s Cove Shelter. Their kindness brought smiles, joy, and a reminder of love during Easter.
The Ezinne Association of Women from Orlu generously donated an abundance of essentials—including pillows, tissues, paper towels, comforters, towels, cleaning supplies, and food—to UCAP’s shelter and food pantry. Their support is making a meaningful impact on the lives of the individuals and families we serve, and we are deeply grateful for their generosity.
UCAP proudly hosted a second grocery giveaway for Thrive Prince George’s participants, supporting 51 families with fresh food and essential items. Deliveries were also made to seniors’ homes, ensuring no one was left out. Thanks to the generous support of our food sponsor, Faith United Ministries / Extended Hands, this initiative strengthened community outreach and reinforced UCAP’s ongoing commitment to uplifting those in need.
UCAP is grateful to Pohanka for a $4,200 donation through its “Your Car, Your Cause” campaign, helping to strengthen local food security initiatives. This support will enable UCAP to provide nutritious meals to more families and individuals experiencing economic hardship across Prince George’s County. Contributions like this make a meaningful difference, empowering the organization to expand its reach and meet the growing needs of the community.
UCAP proudly hosted a grocery giveaway for Thrive Prince George’s participants, helping ensure approximately 60 families have access to fresh food and essential items. In addition to on-site distribution, baskets were delivered directly to seniors’ homes, extending support to those unable to attend. With the generous support of our food sponsor, Faith United Ministries / Extended Hands and dedicated volunteers from Gaylord National Harbor, the initiative strengthened community outreach efforts and provided meaningful assistance to households in need, reinforcing UCAP’s commitment to serving and uplifting the Community.
UCAP received a $3,600 donation from Pohanka to strengthen its food security initiatives serving residents experiencing economic hardship. The contribution was made through Pohanka’s “Your Car, Your Cause” campaign in support of UCAP’s mission. This funding will directly support UCAP’s emergency food assistance programs, providing critical access to nutritious meals for low-income individuals and families across the county. As economic pressures continue to impact local communities, partnerships like this play a vital role in sustaining effective, community-based solutions and expanding UCAP’s ability to serve those most in need.
Rasheeda Jamison, President and CEO of UCAP (United Communities Against Poverty, Inc.), was honored with an award recognizing the organization’s impact in uplifting and empowering the community. For decades, UCAP has served as a vital resource for individuals and families, providing programs that support economic stability, workforce development, education, and access to essential services.
This recognition highlights UCAP’s ongoing commitment to expanding opportunity, fostering resilience, and creating pathways to long-term self-sufficiency. Through strong partnerships, dedicated staff, and deep community ties, UCAP continues to play a critical role in reducing poverty and promoting equity across the communities it serves.
FanDuel donated $10,000 to UCAP to support efforts addressing food insecurity, helping expand access to nutritious food and essential resources for individuals and families facing hardship. The contribution strengthens ongoing outreach and food assistance initiatives, enabling UCAP to reach more households and provide critical support to those most in need while advancing the organization’s commitment to building a healthier, more resilient community.
UCAP hand-delivered holiday cards to Greater Washington Community Foundation, grantors of Thrive Prince George’s, on behalf of program participants. The gesture served as a heartfelt expression of gratitude, recognizing the support and partnership that helped advance Thrive Prince George’s mission and positively impact the lives of those served through the initiative.
Dani Moore King hosted a holiday self-care day for the women residing in the shelter, creating a restorative space centered on wellness, reflection, and community. The event featured a food donation from Carolina Kitchen, grounding meditation and affirmations led by Durrell Davis of Ultimate Fitness and Spa Services, and curated gift bags that provided residents with thoughtful items to support relaxation and personal care during the holiday season.
City of Grace Church donated toys to UCAP’s Santa’s Workshop, supporting holiday programming for children and families served by the organization. The donation helped provide gifts for the Christmas season and strengthened community efforts to ensure families experienced joy and support during the holidays.
Members of the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy of the Prince George’s County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. donated toys to Santa’s Workshop as part of their service-learning initiative, supporting holiday gift distribution for children and families in the community.
UCAP hosted a Thrive Prince George’s Christmas party led by Project Manager Sajelle Avery, bringing holiday cheer and meaningful support to participating seniors. The event included $2,500 in donations to ensure each participant received a gift, along with large prize bingo giveaways such as a 43-inch television, slow cooker, juicer, and rice cooker. Special thanks to Faith United Ministries for their generous donation of food and desserts, which helped make the celebration both festive and nourishing for attendees.
Jamie Henson of Jamz Fit & Friends donated toys and coats to support Santa’s Workshop, helping provide holiday gifts and warm winter clothing to children and families in need. The contribution supported seasonal outreach efforts and ensured families had access to both festive items and essential cold-weather resources.
Arthur Wheeler Spirits Co. and The Freestate Distillery partnered with the Morgan State Alumni Association to host a holiday toy drive for UCAP. The event was held at the UCAP agency, providing gifts for children and families served by the organization. The donation supported UCAP’s holiday outreach efforts and helped ensure recipients had access to seasonal gifts.
The National Pan-Hellenic Council of Prince George’s County, MD donated toys to Shepherd’s Cove Shelter for the Christmas holiday, providing gifts to children and families residing at the shelter. The donation supported the holiday spirit in the shelter and helped ensure residents could make their children’s holiday special.
Chillum Station – Washington Gas Light Company donated toys to support our Santa’s Workshop, helping bring holiday joy to children and families in the community. The generous contribution helped ensure more children experienced the excitement of the season through gifts that inspired smiles and celebration.
Bee Fabulous Moments donated toys, books, and other holiday gifts to support our Santa’s Workshop, helping make the season brighter for children and families in our community. The thoughtful donation contributed to a joyful holiday experience and ensured more children could celebrate with special gifts.
UCAP partnered with WHUR 96.3 for their annual Children’s Toy Drive, working together to collect and distribute gifts to children across the community. The collaboration helped spread holiday cheer while reinforcing a shared commitment to supporting families and making the season memorable for those in need.
Shepherds Cove received a generous Thanksgiving donation from the Circuit Court of Prince George’s County, providing food, holiday staples, and essential items to help local families prepare for the holiday season and demonstrating the court’s commitment to community support.
The Group Project Giveback donated 20 Thanksgiving baskets at the Thanksgiving drive, each stocked with meats, vegetables, and other traditional meal items to support families in need.
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Pastor Tameka Shalone was honored to donate on behalf of Impact Nation Global Ministries, providing canned goods, stuffing, and other essential items to help families prepare for the holiday. The thoughtful contribution reflected a deep commitment to community, generosity, and ensuring community members had the resources needed for a warm and meaningful Thanksgiving.
We partnered with Abundant Life Church to host a drive-up distribution, providing 150 turkey baskets to families in need ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. The effort helped ensure local households were equipped with the essentials for a warm holiday meal while reflecting the power of partnership and community support.
Staff members connected with students during a trick-or-treat visit to Samuel P. Massey Elementary School, a valued partner in the Enough Initiative, sharing smiles and seasonal fun while strengthening community ties.
We celebrated community and fall fun at our Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2025, and were especially grateful to local Girl Scout troops — Daisy Troop 21139, Brownie Troop 5019, Junior Troop 3418, Senior Troop 5229, and Ambassadors 5458 — for generously donating pumpkins that made our carving activity a festive success.
UCAP’s CEO, Rasheeda Jamison and Path Program Director, Candice McCullough, spent an inspiring day at Amazon meeting with Patrick Phillippi, Sr. Manager of Community Engagement, and Nick Charles to discuss partnerships, innovation, and opportunities that create stronger communities. The meeting focused on collaborative efforts to expand resources, support economic empowerment, and drive meaningful impact for the individuals and families UCAP serves.
UCAP proudly welcomed Glenn Ivey during his tour of the agency, where he had the opportunity to meet the staff, learn more about our programs, community impact, and ongoing efforts to serve families throughout the region.
UCAP celebrated mother’s day by hosting an event for our wonderful seniors at Glassmanor Community Center.
UCAP continued its Teacher Appreciation Week celebration at Suitland Elementary School by hosting a special Ice Cream Social for teachers, staff, parents, and students to enjoy. A big thank you to Lickity Split, LLC for helping make the event a sweet success as we honored the dedication and hard work of our educators.
UCAP celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week by providing the teachers and staff baskets to another school in designated focus areas of the Enough Initiative, Samuel P Massie Academy. The baskets were filled with cleaning and classroom supplies.
UCAP celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week by providing the teachers and staff of Suitland Elementary School with baskets filled with cleaning and classroom supplies. This effort supported our designated focus areas of the Enough Initiative.
The brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. proudly gave back to the community by donating diapers, pull ups, toiletries, and socks to support families at Shepard’s Cove Shelter.
UCAP is grateful to Pohanka for a $4,000 donation through its “Your Car, Your Cause” campaign, helping to strengthen local food security initiatives. This support will enable UCAP to provide nutritious meals to more families and individuals experiencing economic hardship across Prince George’s County. This marks the 5th donation through this campaign.
UCAP brought educators and families together at Suitland Elementary School to host a meaningful focus group. Over food and conversation, teachers and parents were able to have a community driven discussion with Cresendo Group to share their insights and uplift the needs of their community.
Channie Johnson and Mary Sitgraves of Union United Methodist Church donated hygiene products, toiletries, and cosmetic items such as sanitary napkins, mouthwash, body washes, lotion, and cleaning products to the residents of Shepard’s Cove Shelter.
Earline Morgan, Chair of Kingdom Queens - City of Praise Family Ministries donated 5 beautiful easter baskets to the children of Shepard’s Cove Shelter. Their kindness brought smiles, joy, and a reminder of love during Easter.
The Ezinne Association of Women from Orlu generously donated an abundance of essentials—including pillows, tissues, paper towels, comforters, towels, cleaning supplies, and food—to UCAP’s shelter and food pantry. Their support is making a meaningful impact on the lives of the individuals and families we serve, and we are deeply grateful for their generosity.
UCAP proudly hosted a second grocery giveaway for Thrive Prince George’s participants, supporting 51 families with fresh food and essential items. Deliveries were also made to seniors’ homes, ensuring no one was left out. Thanks to the generous support of our food sponsor, Faith United Ministries / Extended Hands, this initiative strengthened community outreach and reinforced UCAP’s ongoing commitment to uplifting those in need.
UCAP is grateful to Pohanka for a $4,200 donation through its “Your Car, Your Cause” campaign, helping to strengthen local food security initiatives. This support will enable UCAP to provide nutritious meals to more families and individuals experiencing economic hardship across Prince George’s County. Contributions like this make a meaningful difference, empowering the organization to expand its reach and meet the growing needs of the community.
UCAP proudly hosted a grocery giveaway for Thrive Prince George’s participants, helping ensure approximately 60 families have access to fresh food and essential items. In addition to on-site distribution, baskets were delivered directly to seniors’ homes, extending support to those unable to attend. With the generous support of our food sponsor, Faith United Ministries / Extended Hands and dedicated volunteers from Gaylord National Harbor, the initiative strengthened community outreach efforts and provided meaningful assistance to households in need, reinforcing UCAP’s commitment to serving and uplifting the Community.
UCAP received a $3,600 donation from Pohanka to strengthen its food security initiatives serving residents experiencing economic hardship. The contribution was made through Pohanka’s “Your Car, Your Cause” campaign in support of UCAP’s mission. This funding will directly support UCAP’s emergency food assistance programs, providing critical access to nutritious meals for low-income individuals and families across the county. As economic pressures continue to impact local communities, partnerships like this play a vital role in sustaining effective, community-based solutions and expanding UCAP’s ability to serve those most in need.
Rasheeda Jamison, President and CEO of UCAP (United Communities Against Poverty, Inc.), was honored with an award recognizing the organization’s impact in uplifting and empowering the community. For decades, UCAP has served as a vital resource for individuals and families, providing programs that support economic stability, workforce development, education, and access to essential services.
This recognition highlights UCAP’s ongoing commitment to expanding opportunity, fostering resilience, and creating pathways to long-term self-sufficiency. Through strong partnerships, dedicated staff, and deep community ties, UCAP continues to play a critical role in reducing poverty and promoting equity across the communities it serves.
FanDuel donated $10,000 to UCAP to support efforts addressing food insecurity, helping expand access to nutritious food and essential resources for individuals and families facing hardship. The contribution strengthens ongoing outreach and food assistance initiatives, enabling UCAP to reach more households and provide critical support to those most in need while advancing the organization’s commitment to building a healthier, more resilient community.
UCAP hand-delivered holiday cards to Greater Washington Community Foundation, grantors of Thrive Prince George’s, on behalf of program participants. The gesture served as a heartfelt expression of gratitude, recognizing the support and partnership that helped advance Thrive Prince George’s mission and positively impact the lives of those served through the initiative.
Dani Moore King hosted a holiday self-care day for the women residing in the shelter, creating a restorative space centered on wellness, reflection, and community. The event featured a food donation from Carolina Kitchen, grounding meditation and affirmations led by Durrell Davis of Ultimate Fitness and Spa Services, and curated gift bags that provided residents with thoughtful items to support relaxation and personal care during the holiday season.
City of Grace Church donated toys to UCAP’s Santa’s Workshop, supporting holiday programming for children and families served by the organization. The donation helped provide gifts for the Christmas season and strengthened community efforts to ensure families experienced joy and support during the holidays.
Members of the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy of the Prince George’s County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. donated toys to Santa’s Workshop as part of their service-learning initiative, supporting holiday gift distribution for children and families in the community.
UCAP hosted a Thrive Prince George’s Christmas party led by Project Manager Sajelle Avery, bringing holiday cheer and meaningful support to participating seniors. The event included $2,500 in donations to ensure each participant received a gift, along with large prize bingo giveaways such as a 43-inch television, slow cooker, juicer, and rice cooker. Special thanks to Faith United Ministries for their generous donation of food and desserts, which helped make the celebration both festive and nourishing for attendees.
Jamie Henson of Jamz Fit & Friends donated toys and coats to support Santa’s Workshop, helping provide holiday gifts and warm winter clothing to children and families in need. The contribution supported seasonal outreach efforts and ensured families had access to both festive items and essential cold-weather resources.
Arthur Wheeler Spirits Co. and The Freestate Distillery partnered with the Morgan State Alumni Association to host a holiday toy drive for UCAP. The event was held at the UCAP agency, providing gifts for children and families served by the organization. The donation supported UCAP’s holiday outreach efforts and helped ensure recipients had access to seasonal gifts.
The National Pan-Hellenic Council of Prince George’s County, MD donated toys to Shepherd’s Cove Shelter for the Christmas holiday, providing gifts to children and families residing at the shelter. The donation supported the holiday spirit in the shelter and helped ensure residents could make their children’s holiday special.
Chillum Station – Washington Gas Light Company donated toys to support our Santa’s Workshop, helping bring holiday joy to children and families in the community. The generous contribution helped ensure more children experienced the excitement of the season through gifts that inspired smiles and celebration.
Bee Fabulous Moments donated toys, books, and other holiday gifts to support our Santa’s Workshop, helping make the season brighter for children and families in our community. The thoughtful donation contributed to a joyful holiday experience and ensured more children could celebrate with special gifts.
UCAP partnered with WHUR 96.3 for their annual Children’s Toy Drive, working together to collect and distribute gifts to children across the community. The collaboration helped spread holiday cheer while reinforcing a shared commitment to supporting families and making the season memorable for those in need.
Shepherds Cove received a generous Thanksgiving donation from the Circuit Court of Prince George’s County, providing food, holiday staples, and essential items to help local families prepare for the holiday season and demonstrating the court’s commitment to community support.
The Group Project Giveback donated 20 Thanksgiving baskets at the Thanksgiving drive, each stocked with meats, vegetables, and other traditional meal items to support families in need.
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Pastor Tameka Shalone was honored to donate on behalf of Impact Nation Global Ministries, providing canned goods, stuffing, and other essential items to help families prepare for the holiday. The thoughtful contribution reflected a deep commitment to community, generosity, and ensuring community members had the resources needed for a warm and meaningful Thanksgiving.
We partnered with Abundant Life Church to host a drive-up distribution, providing 150 turkey baskets to families in need ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. The effort helped ensure local households were equipped with the essentials for a warm holiday meal while reflecting the power of partnership and community support.
Staff members connected with students during a trick-or-treat visit to Samuel P. Massey Elementary School, a valued partner in the Enough Initiative, sharing smiles and seasonal fun while strengthening community ties.
We celebrated community and fall fun at our Fall Festival on Saturday, October 25, 2025, and were especially grateful to local Girl Scout troops — Daisy Troop 21139, Brownie Troop 5019, Junior Troop 3418, Senior Troop 5229, and Ambassadors 5458 — for generously donating pumpkins that made our carving activity a festive success.
