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UPO's innovations transform the lives of families who lift themselves into the middle class. Ask about job training/placement and free financial counseling.
Washington, DC
Joined April 2009
Discover the impact of UPO by watching this video. Then, please join us in helping DC residents become self-sufficient. Text UPO to 41444 to donate. https://t.co/cz8bloBT6T
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UPO is delighted to celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth2026! In 1926, @asalhbhm founder Dr. Carter G. Woodson (the Father of #BHM) said, “We are going back to that beautiful history and it is going to inspire us to greater achievements.” @51stnews @WeActRadio @washinformer @afronews
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“Stress-Free, No-Cost Tax Prep?” Yes! All DC households w/income of <$69,000 can get 2025 returns from our expert IRS-certified tax preparers for FREE. SIGN UP: https://t.co/q3h4Je7Gqb or (202) 231 -7903 @51stnews @WeActRadio @washinformer @afronews @dclinenews @juliezweil @wcp
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Thank you to our partner @UPOinDC and all the Shelter Hotline call center staff and drivers who worked day and night to bring people in out of the cold during the winter storm. Extreme cold temps are forecasted the next several days. ☎️ 202-399-7093 if you see someone in need.
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We have shelter space for anyone who needs it in Washington, DC. As extreme cold conditions continue—remember that anyone can call the shelter hotline to get individuals experiencing homelessness free transport to a DC shelter. 📞 DC Shelter Hotline: 202-399-7093 or 311
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Call 311 if you need help from our Shelter Hotline team. We’re the eyes & ears of #DC, giving #lifesaving aid & protecting the health of folks on our streets. In this cold, we kick into an even higher gear. #UPOinDC #IamUPO
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DC is under an Extreme Cold Alert from 7 AM today, 1/20 until 7 AM tomorrow, 1/21. Temperatures will feel as low as 6°F with wind chill. Overnight temperatures will reach a low of 12°F. Find shelter and other assistance at: https://t.co/HTpX9GcIKa.
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"... was conceived in 1977 by the late Dr. Calvin W. Rolark, founder of The Washington Informer and co-founder of the United Black Fund, alongside his wife, the late Wilhelmina J. Rolark, Esq., and the late Ralph “Petey” Greene..." https://t.co/7t3dKpp9WV
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The D.C. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Parade was conceived in 1977.
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Our MLK Jr. Memorial Breakfast is sold out! We thank all of the donors & partners who make college dreams come true for our Beavers Scholarship recipients. We invite you to donate to UPO + then make plans to join us at the next MLK Breakfast on 1/15/27! https://t.co/Dw29XcjAG2
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UPO Workforce Training is registering for upcoming paid certification programs that begin in March. Space is limited, apply ASAP. Walk-in registration is available after the holidays. Stipends from $300 per month to $17.95 per hour via the DOES program.
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With your help, he’ll beat the odds. Your gift matters to students like Khyri. He lives in SE & dreams of being an Ophthalmologist. He’s earning college credits now & will graduate from @TMAtalks as a CNA. Bravo! Make college dreams REAL on #GivingTuesday
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Going Thanksgiving shopping? Some seniors got @DCOPC purple power bags with utility assistance info & groceries @ the Capital Area Food Bank Silver Market in #Ward8. Thanks @foodbankmetrodc & @UPOinDC for partnering w @DCOPC to support our precious seniors. #happyThanksgiving
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Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the vibrant culture, history, and contributions of DC’s Latino communities. This month, let’s come together to honor and uplift the stories that make our neighborhoods beautiful and our city the best in the world.
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"The evening features a book launch and panel with Denise Rolark Barnes (The Washington Informer), Sam Ford, Kojo Nnamdi (WAMU 88.5), and Andrew Lightman (Capital Community News)..." https://t.co/9wblOgIl2J
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At Busboys and Poets Anacostia!
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#DCMedicaidMatters Fri., Sept. 26 @ 7 pm. DC Residents with health care coverage through Alliance, Immigrant Children's Program are invited to a meeting re: Oct. 1 program changes & Q&A session. A Spanish language interpreter will be available. https://t.co/c1C8OwXse9
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Yesterday, DCAEYC joined the Early Childhood Policy Forum where educators, parents, and leaders came together to move early learning forward in DC. We’re carrying this momentum to strengthen early childhood. Thanks @Under3DC & @UPOinDC. #DCAEYC #EarlyChildhoodEducation #DCPolicy
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BTW, UPO is DC’s largest Early Head Start provider. We are devoted to making a child’s first 1,000 days the foundation of a successful life. #parenting #earlyeducation #earlyyears #kids #UPOeducates #CommunityActionWorks
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You’re invited to @Under3DC & UPO’s Policy Forum on Early Childhood Sept. 10 RSVP: https://t.co/g82DUPMtNz Join us + hear from Nicole Aiken, Aisha Bond, La Shada Ham Campbell, Alexus Ford, Anne Gunderson, Ebony JeJe, BB Otero, Jennifer Park & Casey Peeks @BainumFdn @Mark_Shriver
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This Labor Day, UPO salutes the dreamers & doers powering DC today + the next generation that we prepare through training & education. Every contribution matters & together we build a brighter future. #IamUPO #UPOeducates #UPOinDC #jobtraining #LaborDay2025 #workforcetraining
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