By Katrina Avila
At Serve Your City/Ward 6 Mutual Aid (SYC/W6MA), we are committed to uplifting Black and Brown youth and families throughout Washington, DC, by providing the resources they need to thrive. Guided by our dedication to the safety, well-being, and dignity of our neighbors, we offer after-school programs, academic support, and essential community services.From the beginning, we’ve focused on addressing immediate needs, providing food, cleaning supplies, school materials, digital devices, household goods, and clothing to those most affected by systemic inequities.Our ongoing partnership with Christ United Methodist Church (CUMC) in Southwest DC, along with other grassroots organizations, has been instrumental in this work. Thanks to the unwavering support of our volunteers and donors, we organize supply drives, collaborate on food distribution with CUMC, and introduce new initiatives rooted in solidarity. Together, we continue to demonstrate the strength of community care.
Get Involved – Here’s How You Can Support SYC/W6MA:Support Summer Fun & Learning for DC Youth: This summer, SYC/W6MA will offer free arts, music, and enrichment programs through our Free School for Unlimited Youth program, helping students stay active and engaged in learning. But we need your solidarity, NOT charity to make it happen! Join SYC/W6MA in creating an unforgettable summer for Black & Brown youth across DC. Your support ensures every SYC/W6MA scholar has access to free, joyful, and enriching opportunities that inspire learning, growth, and creativity. Donate today and help us uplift DC youth: bit.ly/sycw6ma-donate.
Volunteer as a Virtual Tutor: Join SYC/W6MA’s Free School for Unlimited Youth program, offering FREE virtual tutoring for Black and Brown K-12 students across DC. We’re seeking dedicated college students, graduate students, and professionals to tutor in various subjects. Interested? Sign up at bit.ly/sycvolunteertutor or email us at youthenrichment@serveyourcitydc.org to learn more.
Strengthen Our Impact with a Donation: Your financial support is crucial to sustaining our work. Donations made at bit.ly/sycw6ma-donate directly contribute to our programs and outreach efforts, including our support of CUMC’s 5000 Food Ministry, which helps combat food insecurity in Southwest DC. Every contribution enables us to purchase food in bulk, maximizing our ability to serve those in need.
Stay Connected: Keep up with our latest programs and initiatives by visiting serveyourcitydc.org. Together, we keep us safe!