Bread for the City

06/19/2026

🎉 HAPPY JUNETEENTH! 🎉

Juneteenth is more than a holiday—it is a celebration of freedom, strength, and resilience! And a reminder that the pursuit of justice continues.

Today, we're bringing that spirit to life at Juneteenth for the City, and we hope you'll join us!

Feel the rhythm of African drummers, enjoy live music and cultural performances, discover unique treasures from local vendors, and treat yourself to everything from savory meals to sweet delights from our food trucks and vendors. With family-friendly activities, community resources, and plenty of opportunities to connect, there's something for everyone.

📅 Friday, June 19
📍 Michelle Obama Southeast Center
🕛 12:00–6:00 PM

Fill your day with music, laughter, connection, and joy as we honor the meaning of Juneteenth and the power of community.

We'll see you soon! ❤️🖤💚

06/17/2026

As we prepare for Juneteenth for the City this Friday, we want to take a moment to thank the sponsors and partners who helped make this celebration possible. ❤️🖤💚

Your generosity and support help bring our community together for a day of culture, connection, learning, and joy. Because of you, families, neighbors, and friends will be able to enjoy live entertainment, local vendors, community resources, family activities, and so much more—all free of charge. 😊

Juneteenth is a time to honor freedom, reflect on our shared history, and celebrate the strength and resilience of Black communities. We are grateful to have sponsors who share our commitment to creating opportunities for our community to come together in meaningful ways.✨

Thank you for helping us make Juneteenth for the City a special day for our neighbors and our community. We couldn't do it without you! 💚🫶

Calvary Baptist Church Metropolitan A.M.E. ChurchCity First Bank DoorDash First Baptist Church of the City of Washington, DC Hogan Lovells Kaiser Permanente Tito's Handmade Vodka Luther Place FirstUCCDC

06/16/2026

🎉 The countdown is on! Juneteenth for the City is this Friday, and we can't wait to celebrate with you. 🙌

Join us for a day filled with live music, cultural performances, local vendors, delicious food, family activities, community resources, and so much more as we honor the history, resilience, and joy of Juneteenth. 🎷🎤💃🏿

Whether you're coming for the music, the food, the vendors, or simply to connect with neighbors, there's something for everyone at this FREE, family-friendly community celebration.

📅 Friday, June 19
⏰ 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Michelle Obama Southeast Center
1900 block of 17th Street SE, Washington, DC

We hope to see you there! ❤️🖤💚

06/16/2026

💚 A huge thank you to the Georgetown SMP physiology students for their generous support of Bread for the City!

The students recently organized a 5K fundraiser and selected Bread for the City as one of the beneficiaries of the funds they raised. Their gift is especially meaningful because many of these students have also volunteered with us, spending time alongside our staff and neighbors and gaining firsthand insight into our work.

We are continually inspired by young people who turn their passion into action. Whether they're volunteering their time, raising awareness, or giving back through fundraising, these students are helping make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families across Washington, DC.

Thank you for your generosity, compassion, and commitment to community. We are proud to partner with students who are already creating positive change. 🌟

06/12/2026

✨ We’re excited to officially open our new Vision Center at the Michelle Obama Southeast Center!

The Vision Center led by Dr. Hahm, expands the comprehensive medical and dental services already available to our community, making quality vision care more accessible to our neighbors that's also close to home. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the Vision Center provides comprehensive eye exams and coordinated care regardless of a person's ability to pay. 💚

In Washington, DC, vision care remains out of reach for many people without insurance. At Bread for the City, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to see clearly and access the care they need to stay healthy and thrive. 🤓

We are deeply grateful to Mike Park, Alston & Bird team, staff members and supporters who helped make this Vision Center a reality.

Show your eyes some love and schedule an eye exam today! 👓

06/10/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, both Bread for the City centers will be closed on Friday, June 19.

Instead, we invite you to join us for our annual Juneteenth for the City community block party at our Southeast Center from 12:00 - 6:00 PM.

Join us for a day of community, culture, and celebration featuring:

🎶 Live music
🎭 Performers
🍔 Food trucks
🍓 Farmers Market
🛍️ Local vendors
🎯 Games and activities
✨ And so much more!

Get all the details here: https://breadforthecity.org/events-juneteenth/

Interested in volunteering?🙋🏽‍♀️ Sign up here: https://breadforthecity.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/JuneteenthfortheCity

We hope to see you there!

06/10/2026

Fresh and Locally Sourced! 🌽🍅🥬

Stop by this Friday at our FREE Farmers Market and stock up on fresh fruits, vegetables, and other healthy essentials!

Whether you're looking for seasonal produce, nutritious ingredients for your next meal, or simply a chance to connect with neighbors, our Farmers Market is the place to be.

📍 Bread for the City-Southeast Center
📅 Friday, June 12
⏰ 9:00 am

Come early, it goes fast!

06/04/2026

The countdown is on!!✨

Our Juneteenth for the City event will be here in just a few weeks, and we couldn't be more excited! 🙌

Enjoy the rhythms of African drummers🥁, the smooth sounds of sultry jazz🎷, a fun scavenger hunt 🔎, and delicious eats 🌮🍔from local food trucks, panel discussion, community resources, vendors, and more!

Bring your family and friends as we celebrate freedom, culture, and community. ❤️💛💚

Join the fun at this FREE family event! Reserve your spot today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/juneteenth-for-the-city-2026-tickets-1989905016471?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Celebrate Juneteenth with the community, honoring freedom and unity in the city through music, food, and culture!

06/03/2026

🏠✨ Looking for household items? Stop by our FREE Household Pop-Up Market at our Southeast Center on Monday, June 8!

Browse a variety of FREE household essentials and home goods, including furniture, lamps, rugs, décor, and more. Whether you're furnishing a new space, replacing a needed item, or simply seeing what's available, you never know what treasures you might find. 💚

📍 Bread for the City Southeast Center (Back lot)
📅 Monday, June 8
⏰ 10 am- 12 pm

We'll see you soon! 🙌

06/03/2026

🍅🌽 Fresh produce, friendly faces, and community connection.

Join us this Friday at our FREE Farmers Market in Northwest. Enjoy a seasonal selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, perfect for creating healthy meals for the whole family.

📅 Friday, June 5
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍Bread for the City | 1525 7th Street, NW, Washington, DC

We can't wait to see you. 💚