40 Years at Sasha Bruce with Vera Johnson
Vera Johnson has been a leader at SBY for nearly 40 years. She is the soul of our agency. Read Vera’s reflections on the history – and enduring importance – […]
Support From Two Ambassadors
We will mark the kick-off of our 40th Anniversary Campaign at a special event hosted by the British Ambassador at his residence in September. Four of our event co-chairs, Dr. […]
Kevin Durant Foundation
Imagine a local youth becoming the pro basketball scoring champ and Most Valuable Player. And then imagine that person using his fame and wealth to support homeless and disconnected youth […]
Summer Musicology Program
This year’s annual summer day camp features a Musicology Program at the Sasha Bruce House. Popular interests among the young people we serve include music, rapping, and poetry. The program […]
Youth-Led Award for Ban the Box Campaign
This evening, SBY’s Youth-Led Program will be honored by the DC Jobs with Justice Coalition at the 12th annual “I’ll Be There” awards for their ongoing advocacy work to improve […]
New report: DC Homelessness Up 13% in One Year
Carol Morello’s article in today’s Washington Post “Number of homeless in D.C. region rises as rents increase,” is a must-read. The Metropolitan Council on Government’s Homeless Services Planning and Coordinating […]
Tyree Brings Down the House
Tyree lives at our Independent Living Program, and was the keynote speaker at our recent fundraising concert at the Carnegie Institute. His remarks were inspirational: My name is Tyree and […]
Legislation to Eradicate Youth Homelessness
Councilmembers Jim Graham, Mary Cheh and Kenyan McDuffie presented today legislation to end youth homelessness in the District. The ground-breaking bill responds to the calls of youth advocates and nonprofit […]
Save The Date: ELEW Returns May 8th!
A year of special events celebrating SBY’s 40th Anniversary begins on May 8 with our fourth annual benefit concert featuring Rockjazz Pianist, ELEW. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind performer – reserve […]
Shore to Enter DC Hall of Fame!
SBY is excited to announce that Deborah Shore, Executive Director and Founder, will be one of eleven inductees to the Washington DC Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame’s Legacy […]
