THEARC 2012 Annual Report by Building Bridges Across the River t/a THEARC

2012 Annual Report

Building Bridges Across the River | Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus

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Message from Our Leadership In our eight years operating the Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus (THEARC), we’ve never doubted the good work that takes place on our grounds. At Building Bridges Across the River, we see it in the glowing faces of the students who perform with The Washington Ballet. We see it the inspired works of art created by participants at Corcoran ArtReach. We see it in the way clients at LIFTDC put their lives on an upward trajectory. In 2012, we continued a process to help us measure just how deep our impact goes as well as discover the breadth of the services rendered by THEARC’s partners. Our biggest accomplishment of the year was the implementation of a centralized tracking system to better measure clients’ use of the building. By asking students and clients of THEARC to scan in and out of programs using a photo ID badge, BBAR has begun the process of better understanding THEARC’s membership and the way they use the facility. The data generated by this system produce multiple benefits. Not only does this effort help provide security for everyone in THEARC community, it enables BBAR to learn more about the demographics of the facility’s visitors and track usage of THEARC’s multiple programs. In short, it helps BBAR better understand who is visiting THEARC and what they’re doing. Armed with this knowledge, BBAR’s leadership can make informed choices on how to strategically guide the campus’ growth. As we strengthen our new data-driven culture, we’re still proud to promote the services we’ve provided to the community east of the Anacostia River since THEARC opened in 2005. In this report, we’ll share highlights from our year and illustrate just how crucial THEARC is to residents of Washington, DC’s Wards 7 and 8. Edmund Fleet Executive Director, Building Bridges Across the River

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THEARC

A place of light and learning.

Building Bridges Across the River Start a conversation with someone who frequents THEARC and you’ll likely hear the phrase “home away from home.” It’s not surprising why. Since 2005, the resident partner nonprofit organizations in the 110,000 square-foot campus at THEARC have offered high quality cultural and social service programs – the likes of which are not unavailable anywhere else in southeast Washington, DC. Through education and cultural programming, THEARC’s resident partners foster a sense of community allowing visitors to establish a sense of stability and positivity that they may not get elsewhere. In a profile of THEARC by The Washington Post, reporter Courtland Milloy called the facility “a place of light and learning.” In that article, Building Bridges Across the River Executive Director, Edmund Fleet, captured the sentiment perfectly: “Given the opportunity and a safe space, people soon realize that we all have more in common than we do differences. We serve as a bridge that connects people. That’s why we call it THEARC.” Since its inception, BBAR has been a faithful steward of its mission to improve the quality of life for children and adults living east of the Anacostia River in Washington, D.C. by providing leadership, management and financial oversight of THEARC. Under BBAR’s leadership the eleven resident partner organizations at THEARC deliver more than $11 million worth of cultural and social service programs to more than 80,000 clients annually. Last year, for the second time, The Catalogue for Philanthropy of Greater Washington selected BBAR as one of the area’s best small charities.

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of building Bridges Across the River is to improve the quality of life for children and adults who reside east of the Anacostia River by providing leadership, management and fiscal oversight of the Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus. Through a collaboration of partner organizations, THEARC provides access to quality educational, health, cultural, recreation, and social service programs. By providing these programs, Building Bridges Across the River and its partners aim to contribute to the revitalization of the community in southeast Washington.

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2012: A Year of Rewarding Work and Ambitious Planning During 2012 BBAR successfully accomplished short-term goals while laying the foundation for ambitious new growth as laid out in its five-year strategic business plan. BBAR identified the need to maximize daytime use of THEARC during the school day as well as serve more male youth. The campus is busiest when after-school programs, weekend activities and summer camps are in operation. BBAR conducted a request for proposals to add a school for boys to THEARC as a resident partner and, after a thorough evaluation process, selected The Bishop Walker School for Boys to become the newest resident partner at THEARC. The School, which already operates a campus for boys in grades from pre-school to third in Ward 8, is currently conducting a capital campaign to construct a new fourth through eighth grade school with a projected opening date in 2015. BBAR also continued to increased health and wellness programming by running The Organic Community Garden at THEARC. Started in 2010, the garden features 26 raised plant beds, an 18-tree organic fruit orchard and a hoop house for year-round gardening and is maintained by youth from THEARC, volunteers as well as BBAR staff and board members. The garden’s produce is sold at discounted rates at The Ward 8 Farmer’s Market at THEARC from June to November. The garden program also offers students nutrition and healthy cooking classes. BBAR started a task force during 2012 to explore the creation of a commercial teaching kitchen at THEARC. The kitchen will provide catering for students, clients and patrons of THEARC while also offering an opportunity for workforce training. The past year also saw the beginning of BBAR’s involvement in an ambitious effort to create Washington, D.C.’s first elevated park on existing infrastructure of the bridge that connects Capitol Hill and Anacostia. Bound by the Washington Navy Yard on one side and the National Park Service’s Anacostia Park on the other, the 11th Street Bridge Park would span the capital’s cityscape and include outdoor performance spaces, playgrounds, fruit orchards, classrooms to teach students about river systems and more.

BBAR’s goals

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Support the robust array of programs provided by THEARC’s resident partners Measure and analyze the impact of THEARC’s programs on the community

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Manage and grow THEARC Theater Build a capital base to ensure the long-term health of THEARC

THEARC Membership Program Demographic Data

Ethnicity

Gender

6,576 African American/Black 399 Caucasian

% LE A

156 Two or more races

GRAND TOTAL 7,279

0. 5,105 F 13 E

2 ,1 4 5

29.4 7

29 (Not Provided)

GRAND TOTAL 7,279

61 Hispanic 23 American Indian or Alaska Native 29 Asian 5 Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

% ALE M

30 Not Provided

Guided by Passion, Driven by Data While THEARC’s resident partners keep a razor-sharp focus on providing top-tier services to their clients, BBAR’s mission is to provide strategic oversight for the campus. To that end, BBAR successfully optimized THEARC’s Membership Program during 2012. This system tracks client behavior, collects demographic information and provides valuable insight to BBAR’s leadership. By registering as members and wearing photo ID badges, students and clients are able to scan in and out of all of the facility’s programs. Not only does the system enhance security for the community, this new tracking system enables BBAR to gain insight on how clients participate in THEARC’s programming. By collecting and analyzing the data, BBAR is now better equipped to assess the impact of THEARC and its programs on its community. In order to gather meaningful data, the program required thoughtful and deliberate planning and BBAR overcame many challenges and roadblocks during the implementation process. Not only did leadership need to ensure the confidentiality of the data, BBAR also needed to rally support for the system among resident partners and train their respective staff members to use the technology correctly. Since the implementation of the scanning system, BBAR has worked to successfully create a culture of scanning into the facility. Resident partners report data on a quarterly basis so that BBAR can track usage, convert all clients to THEARC members, and analyze demographics about THEARC’s Members to strategically guide THEARC’s future plans. Since BBAR launched THEARC’s Membership Program, a number of important milestones have been achieved. All visitors to THEARC now either scan in and out using their THEARC Membership Badge or sign in if the visitor is not interested in joining THEARC as a member. This gives BBAR the opportunity to track usage of THEARC, gather demographics about THEARC members and personally engage with all THEARC visitors to promote all of THEARC’s programs and services and meet customer needs. Data is now gathered in a centralized database so participation in THEARC’s Membership Program by the resident partners at THEARC requires minimal efforts. Nearly 100% conversion of program enrollees to THEARC Members has been achieved for Boys & Girls Clubs, Corcoran ArtReach, The Washington Ballet and the Washington School for Girls. BBAR continues to work with the other resident partners at THEARC build conversion rates. During 2013 and beyond, BBAR will continue to optimize THEARC’s Membership Program by working to achieve 100% resident partner participation in this program and 100% conversion of all THEARC enrolled participants to THEARC Members. BBAR will also continue to optimize the process for gathering demographics about THEARC users such as age, school enrollment, home zip code and household income. Finally BBAR will launch a multi-year impact study during 2013 so that the long term impact of THEARC on the lives of its members and quality of its community can be assessed.

THEARC Partner Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington: FBR Branch Children’s Health Project of DC: Children’s Health Center at THEARC Corcoran ArtReach Covenant House Washington Levine School of Music LIFT DC Parklands Community Center The Washington Ballet Washington School for Girls Trinity Washington, DC TOTAL

Total Enrolled 613

Average Weekly Attendance 532

Total THEARC Members 613

% of THEARC Members to Total Enrolled 100%

3,030 47 533 384 79 43 283 66 No data submitted 5,078

150 47 244 220 8 8 to 15 150 58 No data submitted 1,409

290 44 133 61 4 21 272 66 No data submitted 1,504

9.57% 93.62% 25% 15.89% 5.06% 60% 96.11% 100% No data submitted

*Total enrolled is based on partner’s attendance sheets and/or enrollment data. Average weekly attendance is based on partner’s attendance sheets. 2201 THEARC members are not enrolled in THEARC programs. These members are likely parents, siblings, visitors, and THEARC Theater patrons. BBAR acknowledges its research partner Beyond Excellence for its role in managing THEARC’s Membership Program.

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THEARC Theater As host to more than 300 events, THEARC Theater welcomed more than 65,000 guests in 2012. A state-ofthe-art facility unlike anything else available east of the Anacostia River, the theater continues to be the central gathering place for arts events and community gatherings in Wards 7 and 8. Resident partners at THEARC are able to use THEARC Theater at no cost and outside organizations take advantage of the facility at heavily discounted rates. This allows them to hold events of a far higher quality than other options in the area. THEARC Theater is the glue that binds every partner on campus. The 2012 season included an array of dance performances, concerts, classes and stage productions. These events also show off the good work of THEARC’s resident partners, letting students display the skills and abilities they’ve acquired. Highlights for the year 2012 included Double Time Jazz @ THEARC Theater featuring Grammy-winner Gordon Chambers, the Environmental Film Festival, performances of The Nutcracker and Once Upon a Time by The Washington Ballet, a celebration in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. by the National Symphony Orchestra, and special recitals by the Washington Performing Arts Society and the Dance Theater of Harlem. For one of the year’s biggest events, resident partners Corcoran ArtReach, The Washington Ballet, Building Bridges Across the River and the Levine School of Music participated in the U.S. Department of State’s Art In Embassies 50th Anniversary Artist Exchange held at THEARC. This multi-faceted celebration of the work of artist, Nick Cave, included original musical compositions, dance performances and other student-made work. In addition to serving as a vibrant hub of cultural activity, THEARC Theater is also a place for learning and workforce training. In 2012, THEARC Theater offered a house management and usher orientation to youth and adults with an interest in hospitality and the arts. After hosting four trainings throughout the year, the theater hired 40 ushers and house management staff to work events. The theater remains committed to focusing on hiring individuals from the local community and teaching skills that translate to other aspects of the customer service industry. Through Building Bridges Across the River’s partnership with its founder, WC Smith and other sponsors, a number of youth from THEARC’s community have been able to participate in I Can @THEARC Theater. “I Can” offers students the opportunity to work as paid interns at THEARC Theater and learn all aspects of technical theater management, including lighting, sound, set design, and box office operations. In addition to providing meaningful, employment, “I Can” offers youth valuable skills to pursue theater arts careers.

Contractors THEARC Theater Employed in 2012 WARD 2 Artist & Performers Programs & All Other

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WARD 3 Independent & Contractors

WARD 4 Programs & All Other

WARD 5 Artist & Performers Independent & Contractors Programs & All Other

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WARD 7 Independent & Contractors Programs & All Other

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WARD 8 Artist & Performers Programs & All Other

3 31

OUT OF STATE Independent & Contractors 4 Artist & Performers 4 General & Administrative 1 Programs & All Other 30

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Success Story Out of all the interns in I CAN, BBAR’s Technical Theater Internship at THEARC Theater, Damonte demonstrated the most focus and dedication to learning the craft of production arts. According to THEARC Theater staff, he is naturally the kind of person that everyone wants to succeed because they can see his boundless potential. Drawn to the program from his enrollment in D.C.’s Summer Youth Employment program, Damonte’s internship has furthered his interest in becoming a music producer. His introduction to sound engineering at THEARC enabled him to work with top professionals in the field. He continues to build on these skills by working at THEARC Theater as a sound assistant. As one of the main apprentices working under the direction of THEARC’s Technical Director, Nolvert Garcia, Damonte shows a great capacity for leadership and a thirst for knowledge in learning all aspects of technical theater. Damonte has utilized the resources at LIFT-DC and exposed several family members to services at THEARC.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington–FBR @THEARC THEARC provides positive encouragement for young people living east of the Anacostia River, where hope is sometimes in short supply. Nowhere is this more true than at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington - FBR Branch (FBR) at THEARC. The supportive staff help club members overcome personal obstacles and acquire new skills. FBR works with hundreds of young people every year, helping them build confidence, develop character and become responsible, civic-minded adults. At THEARC, members have access to a robust facility including a regulation size gym, a game room and a study lounge. The Club creates a schedule of year-round programming to support its members development including homework assistance, athletic programs and the Keystone Club, which helps instill leadership abilities. The FBR Branch also arranged for several special events throughout the year. Over the summer, the Club hosted a STEAM Camp (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) for more than 50 members. At this hands-on day camp, students learned about science and technology by exploring the arts. The Club also set up the opportunity for members to interview South African journalist Eman Rappetti about youth issues. With additional resources, FBR hopes to expand its offering, including art and college prep programs.

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After the closure of her local Boys & Girls Club, 15-year-old Jasmine sought refuge at the FBR Branch at THEARC. Her grandmother, aware of the lack of opportunities for young people east of the Anacostia River, knew how important it was to provide Jasmine and her brother with a safe environment where they could study, read and make friends. While she has faced family issues and other life obstacles, Jasmine’s spirit has flourished at the Club. The SMART Girls program empowered her to become physically and mentally strong. Meanwhile, the Keystone Club, the premiere teen service program, helped Jasmine learn to appreciate helping others.

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Since her first day at THEARC, Jasmine has built strong relationships with staff. She sees them as caring adults who are invested in the well-being of all Club members. Jasmine boasts one of the strongest attendance records at the branch and was recently named Teen of the Month. At the Club, Jasmine has found a place where people give back to the community while others may take away from it. “The Club gives us something to do with our lives, instead of just wasting them like so many others choose to do,” she said. “I choose to live…the Club taught me that!”

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Children’s Health Center at THEARC As a resident partner, the Children’s Health Center at THEARC (CHC) offers comprehensive medical care and social support services to local families regardless of their ability to pay. In 2012, the CHC conducted more than 10,000 total patient visits to more than 3,300 unique clients. Of those clients, 92 percent were either on Medicaid or were uninsured. Over the past year, the CHC has continued to expand its offerings to families in need. In March, the mobile medical and dental program expanded its reach to four schools in Prince George’s County, Md., giving health care to individuals without easy access to transportation. Over the summer, the CHC extended its clinic hours three days a week as well as introduced monthly hours on Saturdays. The CHC also began offering psychiatric services to its clients. The CHC enjoys a productive partnership with other organizations residing in THEARC. In collaboration with the Levine School of Music, the CHC successfully sought a grant to establish a music therapy program to develop pre-reading and literacy skills for young children. Also, medical director Rhonique Shields-Harris is the Zumba fitness instructor for THEARC’s workplace wellness program, which takes place weekly in The Washington Ballet’s large dance studio. With added resources, the CHC hopes to continue offering oral health services with a new mobile dental unit that offers a “dental office on wheels” to underserved communities. The CHC also seeks to continue the crucial work of the child development team, whose services include housing, educational assistance and referral management.

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When David was five years old, he came to the Children’s Health Center at THEARC amid a host of family turmoil. He had been removed from an abusive home where he experienced neglect and inadequate medical care. As a result, doctors discovered that his asthma was untreated and he exhibited speech and language delays. Needing to take swift action, the staff at the CHC referred David and his guardian to the emergency medical and social services they needed. They connected him with services to manage his asthma and multiple urinary tract infections. The CHC also referred him to the psychiatric services he needed

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for his abandonment and behavioral issues. CHC made critical interventions to help stop and reverse the damage done by his poor treatment. David now lives with his great aunt who expresses gratitude for the CHC’s help. They continue to visit the clinic for ongoing medical care and social support, including legal services that helped David’s great aunt gain custody. Despite the multitude of challenges David faced, the CHC has helped his current guardian maintain a perfect record in keeping his follow-up appointments.

Corcoran ArtReach While Corcoran ArtReach has helped young people express their creativity at THEARC since the facility opened, the renowned arts enrichment program celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2012. To celebrate the program’s milestone, the program encouraged students, their family members as well as other resident partners to paint self-portraits in the style of artist Mickalene Thomas. Students from The Washington Ballet, Levine School of Music and Washington School for Girls all participated in the project, in addition to clients at Parklands Community Center and the staff of Building Bridges Across the River. The artwork was displayed at the Corcoran in May and now 24 portraits are on permanent display behind THEARC’s welcome desk. ArtReach celebrated another proud milestone by hosting its first solo student exhibit. Malik Langley, a 13-year-old artist who has participated in the program since it opened at THEARC in 2005, created 40 pieces of work entitled Malik Malek: Candy Season. A master class student, Langley provided bi-weekly artist talks to members of THEARC and held opening and closing receptions during the summer. Another highlight of ArtReach’s year was a collaboration with Habitat for Artists—an organization that creates small, self-contained artist studios on-site to interact with the public. Through the collaboration, local and New York-based artists gave workshops for the public and THEARC’s members. For nearly 500 clients this past year, ArtReach provided exposure to the fine arts and encouraged students to actively create works of their own.Whether it’s bringing world-class art to students or working to help them let out their own creativity, Corcoran ArtReach is a positive, safe place for THEARC members to grow.

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Brothers Jameel and Taufeeq share more than just a home; they’ve shared a passion for creative expression since they were both very young. Ever since getting involved with Corcoran ArtReach at THEARC in 2011, their artistic expression has reached new heights. After their first year in the program, they were both selected to join the advanced Art Reach Master Class. “Taufeeq has been using his sketch books more since the Master Class,” his mother, Bahiyyah, said. “Now when he tells me about a design idea he has, I suggest that he draws it in his sketch book.”

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the Corcoran Gallery of Art has deepened his knowledge and love of art. “I love the many different types of exhibits, some really catch my eye because of the different types of techniques, colors and shapes, while others are quite interesting because of the subject and composition.” Taufeeq adds that ArtReach’s location at THEARC is ideal for fostering creativity. “THEARC is a fantastic place where I showed off my art work and developed skills I never knew I had,” he said. “Everything about it screams out art.”

Jameel says his exposure to art from trips to

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Covenant House Washington For young people whose lives have hit bottom, Covenant House Washington serves as a saving grace. In 2012, the organization’s clients included 359 teenagers, young adults and their children afflicted with homelessness. In order to help these individuals gain a path toward self-sufficiency, Covenant House offers a range of services including emergency shelter, transitional living, case management, vocational training and counseling. Covenant House found long-term housing to 65 clients, helped 75 young people gain employment and provided after-school and summer prevention programming to 190 at-risk teenagers. The organization also helped two dozen young people earn their GEDs and graduate high school after years of struggle in their educational pursuits. At graduation ceremonies, these individuals donned in caps and gowns for the very first time and are now embarking on a much brighter future. Last year, the organization held two major events to raise money and awareness. At “A Night of Broadway Stars,” 350 guests enjoyed performances from stage legends such as Rita Harvey (“Phantom of the Opera”), Chuck Wagner (“Beauty and the Beast”) and Ron Boehmer (“Les Miserables”). Meanwhile at Sleep Out: Executive Edition, 20 executives from around the DC region slept on the cold concrete outside of Covenant House Washington at THEARC, in order to raise funds and awareness surrounding homelessness amongst our youth.

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In her ninth month of pregnancy, circumstances seemed like they couldn’t get any worse for Tiffany. The 22-year-old’s employer let her go because they didn’t offer maternity leave, resulting in Tiffany’s inability to pay rent. Without a source of income, her landlord eventually evicted her, leaving her and her infant son homeless. “Being homeless made me very depressed. I even felt like I was less than a mother because I couldn’t provide shelter for my son,” she said. “Covenant House helped uplift my spirit and made me feel like I had a second chance.”

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Covenant House offered Tiffany shelter, allowing her to get back on her feet and support her son. Tiffany says the Covenant House staff has taught her discipline and caused her to think about her goals: namely finding a career that will afford her health benefits and stability for her son. “To reach my goals, I am going to challenge myself to do things I never thought I could do. I’m going to push myself forward and never look back.”

Levine School of Music The relationship between THEARC and the Levine School of Music has always been, in a word, harmonious. In 2012, Levine provided 425 students with musical training—the caliber of which would be completely inaccessible to students East of the River without a presence at THEARC. Levine’s world-class instructors offer lessons in more than 20 instruments and voice. Over the course of the year, Levine welcomed hundreds of visitors to performances it hosted at THEARC including student recitals and MusicaliTea—a free daytime performance by students and faculty that is followed by tea and refreshments. One of the highlights of the Levine’s programming was its Community Sing, where singers of all ages and experience levels sing five-part harmonies under the direction of artist-in-residence Dr. Ysaye Maria Barnwell of Sweet Honey in the Rock. Most notably, Levine’s South East String Ensemble performed during the holidays last year at the White House. Levine enjoys long-standing partnerships with other partners at THEARC. Students at the Washington School for Girls sing in the Treble Voices Middle School Choir while participants in the Washington Ballet’s summer camp received musical instruction to complement their dance lessons. The high quality of Levine’s instruction has resulted in a greater-than-ever demand from current members of THEARC. With additional resources to devote to tuition assistance, Levine will be able to serve more students and give its current students the training they need as they continue to grow as musicians.

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As a young child, Shamaria would sit at the Levine School of Music and wait as her mother took voice lessons. A piano student at the time, she would frequently sit in to watch the instruction. After a year or so, her mother’s instructor offered Shamaria the opportunity to sing herself. To everyone’s delight, Shamaria sang the song her mother had been working on with great skill and accuracy. The very next semester, Shamaria began taking singing lessons herself and joined the Middle School Chorus. As her instructor said, “In the chorus, she might have been the youngest member, but certainly had the strongest voice!”

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Now 12 years old, Shamaria has found her calling in music. A student at the Washington School for Girls, she sings folk songs, standards, musical theater songs and, as she calls it, “light metal.” She recently gave a stunning performance at her voice jury with a selection from “Les Miserables.” Through her instructor’s eyes, when Shamaria sings she is, in that moment, her best self— radiating positivity. She frequently sings at school, community and church events. When asked what does she want to be when she grows up, she said “I want to help people through my music.”

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LIFT DC While LIFT-DC has existed since 2000, 2012 marked its first year anniversary as a resident partner at THEARC. In its first year, the organization helped more than 400 individuals and families achieve economic stability and well-being. LIFT-DC helps fight poverty by matching clients with dedicated advocates who provide personalized support and information. The organization’s services are extensive and carry no cost or eligibility requirements. Advocates at LIFT-DC do everything from assist in job searches and find job training resources to obtaining health insurance and securing referrals for services like food and child care. In order to maintain a roster of quality volunteers, LIFT-DC actively recruited from the community, conducting ongoing trainings with close to 50 student volunteers at THEARC. The organization’s Summer Volunteer Training program gave its full-time corps of 15 volunteers an in-depth training that included lessons on diversity and the history of Washington, D.C. LIFT-DC also conducted outreach to the community. Over the summer, the organization hosted a client service simulation known as LIFTopolis at THEARC. In collaboration with George Washington University’s civic engagement program, more than 80 students were challenged to navigate the social service world without the advantage of a LIFT DC advocate. In October, the organization partnered with Capital One to help educate more than 20 clients on budgeting, money management and credit scores. LIFT-DC plans to grow even more in 2012, expanding its office hours to include client service on Tuesday and also bring on a new staff member as well.

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After many years working in the security field, Ms. Barbara found herself laid off without job prospects and very few employment resources. After applying to jobs without finding any luck, she stopped by LIFT-DC for help. Once she arrived, LIFT-DC’s volunteers sprang into action. They helped Ms. Barbara, 50, update her resume, get up-to-date information on security licenses and seek jobs online that would still enable her to take care of her grandchildren. Before long,

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their hard work and collaboration would pay off. Barbara went in for several interviews and eventually secured a part-time job at a security firm. Through her good work and advocacy from LIFT-DC, she was soon offered more hours and shifted to a full-time position. “Everyone at LIFT is really wonderful and helpful. All the staff are really nice to everyone who walks in the door,” she said. “Please keep up the good work, LIFT! By you all doing your job, I found a job!”

Parklands Community Center Faith, love and commitment: for more than 30 years, those have been the guiding principles behind Parklands Community Center (PCC). Through its rich history, PCC has worked to enhance the quality of life of low-income residents and exoffenders primarily living in Wards 7 & 8. In 2012, 486 clients benefited from services including computer training, job placement and workforce development. PCC held several events through the course of the year including their annual Mother’s Day dinner, a prevention program aimed at middle school-aged youth, and an informational forum on the TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) program. PCC also co-hosted the semi-annual Community Opportunity Fair alongside the Boys and Girls Club—FBR Branch. The fair supports unemployed young people in Wards 7 and 8 who have dropped out of school. This event linked these individuals with employers, social services, financial institutions as well as other organizations that offered resources to get them on their feet. PCC is best known for its child and family development programming, in particular Moving On—A Life Changing Program. By conducting year-round parenting workshops and life skill trainings, PCC helps parents become self-sufficient and ensures that children grow up in a nurturing and loving environment. One client recently praised the program, saying “It was educational and spiritual. I knew it was good for my spirit to take part in the classes because my negative thinking started to change.” Parklands experienced financial challenges in 2012 forcing the organization to suspend intense case management services to clients including homeless families. However, the organization will continue to do what it has done for more than 30 years—reduce the hardships of low-income families by putting them on a course to self-sufficiency.

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Deborah’s smile can tell you volumes about the changes she’s undergone thanks to Parklands Community Center. She first came to THEARC for an event, not expecting to receive any services herself. When a PCC staff member first approached her about enrolling in a parenting class, she was skeptical. “My kids are just about grown, with my youngest being 16 years old. What more could I learn?” she said. Deborah’s attitude soon changed after receiving training on parenting skills. PCC staff explained how she could better communicate with her children and how to deal with her emotions in a positive way.

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Having struggled with alcohol and substance abuse problems for years, she also received substance abuse counseling. The one-on-one attention she received has empowered her to be clean and sober for nine months. “I spent a long time not really knowing who I was—but participating in the classes gave me time to learn about myself.” Furthermore, PCC referred Deborah, 55, to a dentist who provided her with major dental work. She shows her newfound self-confidence with her smile and uses it to inspire others. “I look and feel like a whole new person—I actually look healthier…people do not recognize me when they see me because of the dramatic change.”

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Trinity Washington University When it comes to giving access to higher education to residents of Wards 7 and 8, Trinity University does what no other institution does. Housed at THEARC, Trinity is the only degree-granting institution east of the Anacostia River. Trinity equips students with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce, with many going on to pursue bachelor’s degrees at Trinity’s main campus in Washington, D.C. In 2012, 107 students took courses at Trinity’s campus at THEARC. Trinity’s associate’s degree in general studies provides students with a strong academic foundation to complete a bachelor’s degree at Trinity’s main campus. Students pursuing this degree also gain a strong foundation in liberal arts that is enhanced by practical experiences and a professional focus. Over the past year, Trinity worked towards the successful launch of an associate’s degree in early childhood education Trinity offers its associates degree program at THEARC for one-third of the cost of regular programming. This allows students who receive the full amount of Pell Grant the ability to take courses without needing student loans. Trinity University and its students have always benefitted from being housed at THEARC by allowing adult students easy access to programs and services that benefit both them and their families. Children of students participate in dance classes at The Washington Ballet, art classes at the Corcoran, after-school programs at the Boy’s & Girl’s Club at THEARC and receive healthcare from Children’s Health Center. Some students have daughters who attend the Washington School for Girls. With additional funding, Trinity University could address the major concern of childcare during classes. The lack of options near THEARC can often present an obstacle in students being able to attend class.

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Upon finding out she was pregnant during her sophomore year at American University, Seresa withdrew from school to focus on raising her family. While her desire to finish her degree never faded, she didn’t know how to find the money or time to pay for school while supporting her family. Once my children were grown, I thought about returning to finish my education. The desire to earn my degree never died,” she said. Seresa’s dream came alive again through a scholarship to attend Trinity University. She’s

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now pursuing an associate’s degree with a concentration in early childhood. She aspires to work with children and focus on teaching them about the arts. According to Seresa, Trinity offers students a valuable opportunity to learn at their own pace. She felt respected and free to ask questions. “When we are with the professors, we can see that they see our sincerity. They trust that we are really trying and they will work with us to make us feel comfortable. They are really there for the students.

The Washington Ballet As a resident partner at THEARC, The Washington Ballet (TWB) works with the local community every day to provide access and opportunity to all students who want to dance. More than 1,000 young people experienced ballet with the organization last year, through both classes at THEARC and TWB’s DanceDC outreach initiative. DanceDC provides free classes to low-income students in eight schools in Washington, D.C., also offering them opportunities to see live performances by TWB and other dance companies. Each year, 50 students who demonstrate talent and progress receive scholarships worth up to $2,000 to attend ballet classes at THEARC. TWB at THEARC also runs an affordable program for adults that includes classes in modern, hip hop, and African dance. They also offer Pilates, Zumba and jazz fitness classes. One of TWB’s biggest highlights of 2012 was July’s Summer Dance Intensive. The standing-room only audience at THEARC Theater included guests from The White House’s Office on Drug Control Policy, including Director Gil Kerlikowske. This performance was followed by an invitation to perform three dances as part of “National Above the Influence Day” at the Newseum, which was broadcast to five locations across the country. The Washington Ballet is truly thriving at THEARC and next year the organization hopes to add a third studio —a recital hall—to accommodate demand.

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Staff at The Washington Ballet describe eightyear-old Erin as a friendly, charismatic student with a true gift for dance. TWB, on the other hand, demands a quiet voice and an expressive body. Despite her exuberance, Erin learned the discipline necessary to succeed and has excelled at it ever since her mother brought her to THEARC. In fact, her skill caught the eye of Septime Webre, artistic director of The Washington Ballet, who saw the twinkle in her eyes and the beautiful smile she shows to the audience. Webre cast her as “Little

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Chinese” in The Washington Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker” and her skill and focus have improved ever since. Erin told her story to East of the River magazine, which ran a feature on her casting. The magazine, which called her a “young star in the making,” spoke with her about the work she did to prepare for the role. “I love to do ballet,” Erin said. “It helps you. You can keep practicing and then you get it.”

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The Washington School for Girls The Washington School for Girls seeks out students who are struggling to maintain their good academic standing in the face of poor public school options. The school offers individual attention and support for the social, emotional, and spiritual growth of each student. WSG provides abundant opportunities for its students to meet positive role models and engage in enriching activities. Last year, WSG hosted a variety of female speakers as part of its Leadership Series. The series, which included Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky, aims to show students how different individuals have successfully pursued their goals. Students at WSG have the opportunity to participate in the whole spectrum of activities offered by partners at THEARC and frequently visit Corcoran ArtReach, the Levine School of Music, The Washington Ballet and the Boys & Girls Club. WMSG also hosted its first annual Poetry Slam in February in the THEARC theater, where students performed original slam poetry and recited classic poetry including the works of Langston Hughes. All of the students at THEARC campus are required to participate in activities with other partners in the building (ArtReach, Boys & Girls Club, Levine, Washington Ballet) and many use Children’s Medical as their primary health care location. We encourage our students to participate in activities such as the fall festival, and to attend different events in THEARC Theater. While the school serves about a hundred students each school year, students who graduate stay in the WMSG family. The Graduate Support Program helps alumnae navigate their way through high school and beyond. The results of WSG’s efforts speak for themselves: 97% of WSG graduates are either currently enrolled in or have graduated from high school. Another 70% of those who have graduated have earned a higher education credential or pursued a career in the military.

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Stacey’s mother had enough. She was unhappy with the quality of education offered by her daughter’s public school and sought to find a place where she could learn in a safe, nurturing environment. Luckily, she encountered a fellow parent whose child attended classes at The Washington Ballet at THEARC and learned about the Washington School for Girls.

as a student. Stacey participates in the school’s Extended Day Program every day from 3:30 to 5:30, which helps her in her studies.

Since enrolling at WSG, Stacey has thrived. The small class sizes, challenging curriculum and expanded learning time have all helped her grow

In addition, WSG’s presence at THEARC provides her with the opportunity to participate in The Washington Ballet and see plays at THEARC Theater.

Stacey says that she appreciates the positive atmosphere at WSG. She knows that the staff really believes in their students. The teachers are strict, she says, but it pays off in the work she produces and she knows that she will receive all the help she needs.

2012 Financial Reporting Unaudited

ASSETS

BBAR

FBBA

TOTAL

Cash & Investments

819,426

634,807

1,454,233

Pledges

126,989

60,000

186,989

Property, Plant & Equipment, net Restricted or Board Designated Cash & Investments

BB A R

2% 1% 16,269,591

16,269,591

82%

TOTAL 52,102

1,544,079

1,596,181

Other Assets

308,221

17,555

325,775

Total Assets

17,576,329

2,256,441

19,832,769

LIABILITIES & NET ASSETS

BA FB

82%

BBAR

FBBA

TOTAL

Account Payables & Other Current Liabilities

173,220

8,652

181,871

Borrowings

360,000

Total Liabilities

533,220

8,652

541,871

Equity-net assets

17,043,108

2,247,789

19,290,898

Total Liabilities & net assets

17,576,328

2,256,441

19,832,769

BB A

BA FB

1% 2%

TOTAL 97%

97%

Total Liabilities Total Liabilities & net assets

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2012 DONORS Building Bridges Across the River Building Bridges Across the River gratefully acknowledges the generous support from the following individuals and organizations (gifts received for calendar year 2012):

$100,000-$199,000 Tier John Edward Fowler Memorial Foundation

United Way of the National Capital Area

Elizabeth Conahan & Jim Oldham

Maureen Curley

$5,000-$9,999 Tier BB&T Bank

Elisabeth Porter

Sara Davis

Alma & Colin Powell

Michele Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Epagnier

Toni & Ned Brody

Elizabeth & Jeff Powell

Barbara A. Edgerton, R.N.

Alisann Collins

PriceWaterHouseCoopers LLC

Judith R. Falk

Dimick Foundation

Robert Raben

Susie Finley

Higgins-Trapnell Family Foundation

Karen Thomas

Dennis Fleet

Jill & Burton White

Cecelia Fletcher

$500-$999 Tier Rahsaan Bernard

David Friedman

Marcia J. Browne

Michael Goldstein

Central Wholesalers

Shahna Gooeratne

Carl & Rise Cole

Reginald Govan

Landon Butler & Co. LP Elizabeth Keeley Prince Charitable Trusts The Washington Post

Jannette L. Dates

Charles M. Gebbert

WC Smith

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.

$75,000-$99,999 Tier Capital One

$2,000-$4,999 Tier Bristle Cone Pine Foundation

Joseph B. Conahan, Jr., MD

Jessica Hahn

Peter D. Hart Research Associates

Paul R. Horton

Ana & Craig Channell

Scott Kratz

Michael Iannarino

Dallas Morse Coors Foundation

Mee Productions Inc.

Ann Ingram

FEDEX Corporation

Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation

Katharine Kaplan

The Anthony F. Lucas Spindeltop Foundation

Greg & Carolyn Morrison

Marilyn W. Klein

Miller & Chevalier Charitable Foundation

Christopher T. Walker

$25,000-$74,999 Tier William S. Abell Foundation The Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Harman Family Foundation Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) MARPAT Foundation, Inc. Walmart

Stephen Milliken Neworks Productions LLC Owen Family Foundation Inc.

Michael Frank Shah

Maureen M. Hurst

Ian Kessler Naomi Kusano Peter Larkin

$101 -$499 Tier Anonymous Donors

Ann F. Leahy

Anonymous Donors through The Catalogue for Philanthropy for Greater Washington, DC

Lance Mangum

Kirsten Lodal Suzanne F. Martin

$10,000-$24,999 Tier Aronson Foundation, Inc

Target Corporation

The Carter & Melissa Cafritz Charitable Trust

Cliff and Deborah White Family Fund

Gary Bass

William McMahon

Cynthia A. Bertolotti

Linda Meyerson

$999-$1,999 Tier E & B Family Trust

Blair & Joshua Bourne

Severina Mladenova

Robert H. Braunohler

Pew Charitable Trusts

Brad Fennell

Traci Ramsey

K. Denise Grant

Stephanie & Oscar Brennikmeyer

Hossein & Dalia Fateh

Janet Adams Laird

Leonard W. Burka

Marie Ridder

Joseph & Lynne Horning Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation

Lenzner Family Foundation

Canal Park Title & Escrow LLC

Laurie Rolin

Jill & Rudy Casasola

Julie Schuman

Melvin Costley

Thomas Spier

Clark-Winchcole Foundation Lammot J. Du Pont Richard & Lois England Family Foundation

Share Fund

Christopher Wallace

Lichtenberg Family Foundation The Magazine Group, Inc.

Robert McAllister

Douglas R. Ray

Louise Sagalyn

Danielle St. GermainGordon

IMF

Michael W. Tierney

John Johnson

Gloria J. Whitfield

Mary Louise Kelly

John R. Whitman

Judi Kletz

B. Bryan Wright, Jr.

Lavender Consulting Services

$100 & Below Tier Cassandra Addison

Martin L. Johnson

Yolanda Lewis-Ragland

2012 DONORS After Dark @ THEARC

Elizabeth Conahan & Jim Oldham Paierie Du Gabon Auxiliary USA

Our annual After Dark @ THEARC gala to celebrate the 7th anniversary of THEARC was held September 15, 2012 at THEARC. More than 450 guests attended and the proceeds benefitted THEARC facility.

Perfect Sense Digital, LLC

$100,000-$199,000 TIER WC Smith, including WCS Construction and Lisa & Chris Smith

Constance Carter

Clark Charitable Foundation

Lola Smith WalMart $5,000-$9,999 TIER Gina & Gene Adams

Toni K. Allen

Edward Charles Mace

Christine Anderson

Staci Mason

Cyndy Appelman

Rodney Mason

Brenda Bazemore

Christopher R. Mayer

Rebecca J. Browne

James W. McBride

Norma Bullock

Patricia McCeney

Barbara W. Burgin

Mary Agnes McMahon

Tiara Bulter

Daniel Miller

Raena Bynum

Carolyn Morris

$25,000-$74,999 TIER BET Networks

Nonie Cameron

Rodney Mosby

Kay Kendall & Jack Davies

Community Foundation for the National Capital Area

Rose Ann Cleveland

Martha Mountain

Dalia & Hossein Fateh

Richard Creighton

Cathleen Clinton

Anita Naves

FEDEX Corporation

Karen & Chris Donatelli

Tracy Cook

Karen Nolan

Kristin S. Ehrgood

Lori Cooper

Susan Pacholski

Jean-Marie & Raul Fernandez

Kathie Court

Philip E. Pannell

Ruth Darmstadter

Katherine Patterson

Jean-Francois Dauphin

Jerilyn Payton

Marilyn Demorest

Erica Perry

William B. Faith

Legora Ragland

Barbara H. Fegan

Thomasina Rogers

$10,000-$24,999 TIER AOL Inc.

Benson D. Forman

Donna R. Shephard

Baker DC, LLC

GMI Professional Landscape Services, Inc.

Renee Fortune

Marianne Sierocinski

Barr Concrete

Richard E. Hanlon

Robert W. Freeman

David H. Small

The Boeing Company

Stuart Himmelfarb

Canary Girardeau

Katina Smith

Scott & Patrice Brickman

John E. King

John Gloster

Renee Sumby

Capital One

M & T Bank

J. Parker Griffin III

Pam Tomlinson

Carrie & David Marriott

Shannon Guzman

Valeria Van Brummelen

Capital Source Charitable Foundation

Lynne Heneson

Monica A. Warren-Jones

Chevron Products Company

Miller & Long Co. Inc.

Sharah Henn

Reginald Washington

Milton Horton, Jr.

Lisa Watts

Cornelius J. Coakley Family Foundation

Oak Tree Building Group of Washington

LaRon Howard

Wig Capital Foundation

Commercial Restoration Group, Inc.

Michael Olding

Victor Howard

D L Wilson

D.H. Kim Enterprises, Inc.

Charles Hoyt

Michael Yates

Mid-Atlantic Air of DC

Carl M. Freeman Foundation, Inc.

Toni & Ned Brody Ann W. Brown Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s National Medical Center Citybridge Foundation

Engineered Construction Products

Paula & Robert Hisaoka

Flippo Construction Co., Inc.

Ana & Robert Trone

Floor Systems, Inc. Rhona Wolfe Friedman & Donald J. Friedman

Mark McFadden

Richard M. Patrick Norma & Russ Ramsey

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Judy & John Ritz Derald H. Ruttenberg Foundation

Covenant House Washington Daimler

Jonathan Willen Elizabeth Yates $500-$999 TIER Serhat Akin

$101 -$499 TIER Sue Bailey Dennis F. Burton

SunTrust Bank

Dewberry

Simonetta & Bruce Thorne

Eagle Bank

Reginald Vanlee

EnviroSolutions, Inc.

Walker & Dunlop

Joan I. Fabry

William B. Hopke Co, Inc

Rebecca Fishman

$2,000-$4,999 TIER Barco Enterprises, Inc.

Harold E. Ford

Gahl Hodges Burt

Madeleine Grunwald

Renee Esfandiary Crupi & Eric Crupi

Carol L. Butler

Mary & Robert Haft

Sonja & Nick DeCarlo

Ellen Haas

Datawatch

Stuart D. Halpert

Barry Dixon

Peter A. Jablow

Karen Earp

Harman Family Foundation

James A. Johnson

Elizabeth & Monty Engel

Hawkins Electrical Construction of DC

Michele Jolin & Kevin Downey

Giant Food

Ann Ashmore-Hudson Rahsaan Bernard Jeffery P. Capron Choice Stairways, Inc. City First Bank of DC

Central Wholesalers Elizabeth Corro Caroline Croft Chinonso Emehelu Page Evans James T. Flanagan Erica & Edmund Fleet Elizabeth Friedman

Scott Kratz

Dr. Laura A. Fleet

Susan Hurley

Katharine K. Kravetz

Dan Fulop

Industrial Bank

Anne Favret & Bill Gallagher

Laurel Fund for The Performing Arts

Eve Auchincloss Lilley

Shari Kapelina

Robert O. Gordon

Robert & Barbara Liotta

Linda Roth

John H. Kuhnle

Sondra Harltey

David Locke

Peggy Shiffrin

Elisabeth & Russ LaMotte

Shiloh Foundation

Hyattsville Door & Frame Inc.

Karen Lohnes

Sara & Chris Lange

Sothebyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s International Realty

Stacey & Greg Lubar

Sheila C. Johnson

Britian Malek

Marathon Oil Corporation

Catherine Kaplan

Rebecca Mejia

Steinway Piano Gallery of Washington DC

Dorea & Kevin McMahon

Emily A. Lenzner

Greg Morrison

Stacey Miller

Willee Lewis

Sarah B. Stettinius

Erin Mullan

Michael J. Murphy

Scott A. Logan

Monica M. Thompson

Louise Sagalyn

NVM Contractors, Inc.

Allison & Ed Metz

Jill & Burton White

Denise Scroggins

The Honorable Mary M. Ourisman & Mr. Mandell J. Ourisman

John & Megan Paleologos

Susan R. Shreve

Bob Pinkard

Kimberly & Justin Shur

Clara Register

Tina Boyd & Associates

Alison M. Reynolds

Mark E. Vershbow

Robert Raben

Barrett Tilney & David Salwen

Warren Wells, III

Susan S. Rappaport

Karen G. Schaufeld

Debbie Sigmund

Kimberly & Justin Shur

Janet & Walter Stone

Lauren L. Talbott

Nancy Tartt

John Thorne

R. Mark Taylor

Christine A. Varney

Richard Thompson

Lorraine C. Washington

Washington Gas

Paul Williams

Hallmark Iron Works, Inc. Virginia Shore & Thomas Hardart

Willis of Maryland, Inc. Mary M. Zients $999-$1,999 TIER Larry Akman American Airlines, Inc. Judith Batty Bayside Fire Protection, LLC Terry Beauford Robert S. Bennett Chaney Enterprises Marcy & Neil Cohen Rhoda Cohen

Elizabeth & Jeff Powell Quality Connections Inc.

Robin D. London

Stephen Whisnant Catherine Wyler $100 & Below TIER Nora Pouillon Candice Washington

In-Kind Donations

Denyce Graves

Sidwell Friends School Summer Camp Program

The Great Zucchini

Chris & Lisa Smith

Howard and Geraldine Polinger Family Foundation, founding contributor

Glenn Hennessey/ Hennesseyink.com

Steinway Piano Gallery of Washington, DC

The Barbara Epstein Foundation

Bob and Paula Hisaoka

Syzgy Event Productions

Brooke Hurley

Nancy Taylor-Bubes

The Betty & Wes Foster Family Foundation

Arena Stage

I Love Pink Polish

Karen Thomas

Bank of Georgetown

Isabella & Ferdinand Spanish Language Adventures

Total Wine, Anna ParisiTrone & Robert Trone

John Jenkins

Tree and Leaf Farms

Johnny’s Seeds

Nancy Twomey

Just for Kids

Urban Chic

Kiehl’s

Urban Sustainable

Janet Laird

VAE-Visual Aids Electronics

Levine School of Music

Valerie Tripp

LIFT-DC

Reginald Van Lee

L’Occitane

The Washington Ballet

Funds donated in memory of Samuel Waters McMahon support scholarships for students to study dance at The Washington Ballet at THEARC.

Maral Kibarian Skelsey, MD

The Washington Informer

Karen S. Nolan

Nia Cooper

Marissa Rauch Photography

Washington Life Magazine

The Corcoran Gallery of Art/Corcoran College of Art + Design

Mazza Gallery

Jill Wiley White

William “Skip” McMahon

Sarah White

Rebecca Meiji

Chryssa Wolfe

The 11th Street Bridge Park

Courtyard by Marriott

Erin Mullan

Renee Esfandiary Crupi and Eric Crupi

National Symphony Orchestra

The Women’s Committee for the National Symphony Orchestra

Kay Kendall & Jack Davies

Natural Yards

The Dermatalogic Surgery Center of Washington

NBC-4 TV

Building Bridges Across the River wishes to acknowledge the following organizations and individuals for their donations in-kind during 2012.

Kathleen Collins-Bell Ben’s Chili Bowl Philip Bermingham Birch & Barley Restaurant Brasserie Beck Restaurant Capital One Cecilia Cho Celadon Spa Children’s National Medical Center

The Embassy of Gabon FEDEX Corporation Jean-Marie and Raul Fernandez Finnians’ Moon First Books Florida Southern College Four Seasons Hotel Georgetown Michelle Freeman Anna Furhman Georgetown Cupcake

Giant Food

Neiman Marcus New Morning Farms Occasions Catering Oya Restaurant Nora Poullion Proper Topper The Ritz Carlton Hotel Washington, DC Saks Fifth Avenue Salon Ilo Sax Restaurant Sephora Seven 10 Productions

Eun Yang

The Arts Fund at THEARC The Arts Fund at THEARC was established to promote, provide and enhance collaborative arts programming at THEARC among the four arts organizations in residence at THEARC: Building Bridges Across the River (BBAR – THEARC Theater), The Corcoran Gallery of Art (Corcoran ArtReach); Levine School of Music and The Washington Ballet.

The Samuel Waters McMahon Memorial Scholarship Fund for Dance

Funds donated to the 11th Street Bridge Park support the creation and construction of Washington, DC’s first elevated park connecting the Capitol Hill and historic Anacostia neighborhoods.

Jamie Bennett Clifford Duke Judy Feldman Melissa Hook Horning Family Foundation Mary Konsoulis Elizabeth Morton Heming Nelson Alexander Nock Barbara Ormond Caroline Silverman

We have made every effort to ensure accuracy. If we have made an error, we apologize and ask you to contact our Development Department at 202-889-5901, x1 so we may update our records.

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Board of Directors Christopher Smith, Jr., CEO WC Smith Chairman Dorea McMahon Vice-Chair Gina Adams FedEx Corporation Jesus Aguirre DC Dept. of Parks and Recreation

Jeffery Capron Aronson, LLC Treasurer Elizabeth Conahan Walker Dunlop Judith Dobbins Dalia Fateh

Sandra Allen Former DC Councilwoman

Rhona Wolfe Friedman Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

Tim Baker Giant Food

Chris Jennings Shakespeare Theater

Daniel J. Brannen Covenant House Washington

Kay Kendall

Women’s Committee Renee Esfandiary Crupi Sonja DeCarlo Elizabeth Engel Jane Hill Michele Jolin Tara Jones Catherine Kaplan Janet Laird Elisabeth LaMotte Colleen Markham Allison Metz Severina Mladenova Erin Mullan Elizabeth Powell Kimberly J. Shur Barrett Tilney Jill White

Toni Brody

William T. “Skip” McMahon Co-Founder, THEARC Adam Ostrach Capital One Winston Robinson Former Assistant Chief, DC Police Department Special Services, Commander Secretary Karen Thomas Film Odyssey, Inc., President Gloria Whitfield Community Activist/Neighbor

Staff Edmund Fleet Executive Director

Charlene Jones Data Collection Coordinator

Beverly Carroll Executive Assistant

Skip McMahon Co-Founder

Keith Cook Maintenance Staff

Janet Stone Director of Development & Marketing

Kimberly E. Douglas Theater Technical Director Emory Gholston Building Engineer George Holloway Maintenance Staff Deborah Johnson Maintenance Staff

Chanta Svay Director of Accounting Jasmine Taylor Development & Marketing Manager

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