The Skyland Workforce Center is kicking off its Cohort 38 training course with Washington View, View Strong! This training course will consist of an 8-day training course where students receive their OSHA-30, Flaggers and CPR certifications along with resume support. This course starts Monday May 12, 2025 and ends May 22, 2025 with our graduation […]
Volunteer with us every Thursday. We'll be planting, weeding and harvesting delicious vegetables, flowers and herbs.
Create a beautiful, productive food garden and help end food apartheid in Ward 8!
We are proud to spotlight the rich diversity of Black culture by celebrating the African Diaspora. Set along the Anacostia River in the heart of Anacostia Park, festival-goers will experience the vibrant spirit and cultural depth of Black Washingtonians. Through live musical performances, a curated marketplace, and historical exhibitions, we aim to honor and uplift […]
Would you like to help grow food for our community? Want time in a serene, outdoor space? Are you hoping to learn more about gardening? Join us! Volunteers will plant, weed, water, trellis, mulch, and other garden tasks. Adults of all skill levels are welcome. Kids under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers […]
Join us building new garden beds and get a great workout
Volunteer with us every Thursday. We'll be planting, weeding and harvesting delicious vegetables, flowers and herbs.
The Hiring Fair is primarily for residents of Washington View, but limited spots are available for others.
Create a beautiful, productive food garden and help end food apartheid in Ward 8!
Join us for a FREE walking tour to explore the future site of the park and stay updated on all exciting new developments! Tour Leader: Anna McCorvey, Senior Equitable Development Manager Learn how long-term residents are being centered through place-keeping initiatives, arts, and culture strategies. Anna brings deep insight into community-driven development.
Building Bridges Across the River relies on charitable gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations and government agencies to make our work possible.
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You can choose to designate your gift to one of our core programs – THEARC, THEARC Theater, THEARC Farm, Skyland Workforce Center, 11th Street Bridge Park – or wherever it is needed most.
Building Bridges Across the River relies on charitable gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations and government agencies to make our work possible.
Washington D.C.’s first elevated park will span the Anacostia River and serve as a new venue for healthy recreation, environmental education, and the arts.
Providing Southeast communities with greater access to healthy, affordable food, urban agriculture education and career opportunities.
Comprised of three buildings, farm, and playground that sits on 16.5 acres, this humanitarian mall provides world-class services to the east of the Anacostia River community in Washington, DC.
Created to provide DC residents living east of the Anacostia River entertaining and enlightening experiences that can impact their lives and brighten their futures.
Provides high-quality workforce development programs in one location, leading to work-ready candidates, career-focused job placement, economic self-sufficiency, & improved quality of life.
