LIFT

LIFT-DC is proud to welcome Lisa Pollan as its newest Site Coordinator in its Perry School office.  Pollan is a recent graduate of Tufts University, where she majored in Community Health and Spanish.

We were thrilled to be able to share our work in the Washington, DC community with those present at last night's event and celebrate what our clients and volunteers have achieved. Even more thrilling was the feeling of support from the entire audience about what is still possible in the year ahead and beyond for LIFT.

There is a reason to celebrate, even in challenging times. As we seek to strengthen our impact, we invite you to join us to learn more about our work and celebrate what we have achieved, as well as what is still possible.

LIFT is thrilled to introduce Raël Nelson James as the newest addition to the LIFT team, where she will serve as the Executive Director for LIFT-DC.

As LIFT's newest Regional Executive Director, Raël will be charged with overseeing the operations at two LIFT local sites and developing a vibrant team of staff members and local university student volunteers.  She will also lead the growth of LIFT-DC's programs by managing current partners, attracting new funding sources, working with local universities, expanding LIFT-DC's local visibility and recognition, and serving as an external spokesperson for LIFT in Washington, D.C.

LIFT-DC will serve hundreds of additional Washington, DC individuals and families in 2010 with its recent expansion into the Columbia Heights neighborhood in the city.  LIFT-DC, Columbia Heights opened its doors at the beginning of March and is currently providing free social services to residents in the area.

LIFT-DC, Columbia Heights has partnered with CentroNía, a nationally recognized, award-winning charter school and educational organization that provides education, professional development and family-support services for families in the District, to provide on-site services Washington-area families and parents of CentoNía’s charter school students.

CharityWorks has chosen LIFT as one of its key partners in 2010.  Each year, CharityWorks unites corporate leaders, donors, and volunteers in dynamic partnerships with up to two high-performing nonprofits to provide meaningful, lasting impact on the Washington, DC community.  This year, CharityWorks will support LIFT's efforts to combat poverty on the homefront, while also supporting the Injured Marines Semper Fi Fund and its work to help military families manage the challenges of combat injuries.

LIFT CEO and Co-Founder Kirsten Lodal will be honored as a member of Greater DC Cares’ Class of Change 2009 on November 12. Nominees are selected based on a previous record of commitment to philanthropy and volunteerism in the greater DC region.