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COVID-19 and crowded spaces: the not so easy start of virtual learning for homeless students

Architect Mom Creates Buildable Play Spaces for Kids

These pop-up kits turn kids into architects of their own playgrounds

Anticipating a rise in homelessness, advocates worry DC is phasing out motels for family shelter too soon

D.C. to Permanently End Placements for Homeless Families at Quality Inn

For Families On The Edge Of Homelessness, New Challenges From Coronavirus

Playtime Project Helps Homeless Kids During COVID Lockdown

Want To Donate Your Stimulus Check? Here’s How Some Washingtonians Did It

My Life in DC’s Coronavirus Era: Jamila Larson of the Homeless Children’s Playtime Project

Coronavirus shrinks a homeless child’s world to a 323-square-foot hotel room

Coronavirus Testing Explained, Plus Ways To Help

The District decided to do right by homeless children — but only after pleas, worries and questions

Holiday Cheer & Charity in Washington, DC

Give It Up, D.C. 2019 Giving Guide

Homeless children were struggling to get to school on time. Now, D.C. is launching a shuttle service to help them.

Spotlight on the Homeless Children's Playtime Project

Guests: Jamila Larson, Tora Burns

Kids-focused nonprofit partners with D.C.’s oldest domestic violence shelter

Celebrating Everyday Heroes: ascena Foundation Announces Winners of the 2019 Roslyn S. Jaffe Awards

For Kids Experiencing Homelessness, Back-To-School Can Mark A Return To Stability

Homeless children in hotels are struggling to get to school

Out of Sight, Out of Mind

MARIAN WRIGHT EDELMAN: Out of Sight, Out of Mind

Homeless children in D.C. ditch their worries for rare playtime

D.C. Plans Its Exit From the Motels It Uses As Homeless Shelters

Enjoy a ‘Taste of the South’ for a Good Cause

With D.C. General closed, this organization is bringing playtime to children in overflow family shelters

7 ways to volunteer in D.C. in 2019 — and beyond

Ford’s Theatre Company of A CHRISTMAS CAROL Raises $100,776 For Playtime