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9 Ways to Give Back in the DC Area This Thanksgiving

By November 12, 2025No Comments

As a Bethesda-based insurance agency that’s been part of the Washington, DC community since 1928, we at Hodge, Hart & Schleifer, Inc. appreciate resources that strengthen our local community. This Washingtonian guide to Thanksgiving giving back opportunities aligns well with our commitment to serving the DC metro area.

What we find valuable about this guide is how it highlights established organizations making a real difference across our region. From Food & Friends delivering medically-tailored meals to those battling illness in Northeast DC, to Bread for the City’s Holiday Helpings program serving families in Shaw and Anacostia, these are the organizations that provide stability and support to our neighbors year-round.

The guide offers practical ways for businesses and individuals to contribute, whether through volunteer time, participation in charity events like the various turkey trots, or food donations. These are the kinds of community engagement efforts that help make the DC area a stronger place for all of us who live and work here.

For our clients and team members who call Maryland, Northern Virginia, and DC home, having a comprehensive resource like this makes it easier to get involved in meaningful ways this Thanksgiving season. It’s a practical tool for community engagement that matches our approach of providing clear, actionable solutions.

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