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2024-2025 Annual Report

Growing Evolving Thriving

Growing Evolving <span>Thriving </span>

Letter From /The CEO

Dear Friends,

As Martha’s Table marks 45 years of serving Washington, DC, I am filled with gratitude for our community and optimism for what lies ahead. This year also marks my 10th year with Martha’s Table, and over the past decade, I have seen what is possible when a community believes in itself and leads with purpose.

The 2024-2025 fiscal year was one of growth, learning, and community coming together in powerful ways. We faced challenges we could not have predicted, and those moments revealed our ability to adapt, collaborate, and stay focused on our mission to support strong children, strong families, and strong communities.

Over the past year, our programs have evolved to expand opportunities for DC neighbors. We expanded access to healthy food, strengthened emotional wellness programming, and created new pathways for economic mobility, providing neighbors with the resources and opportunities to grow, evolve, and thrive.

When we noticed that more neighbors were visiting our daily, choice-based, no-cost markets, we quickly responded with the 1000 Hearts: One Goal campaign. More than 1,000 supporters joined us to raise additional resources and ensure that every neighbor could access healthy food. This campaign demonstrated the power of collaboration, showing that when our community works together, we can achieve a meaningful and lasting impact.

As you explore this report, I invite you to celebrate our collective impact and imagine what the next 45 years can hold. Thank you for your trust, your partnership, and your commitment to Martha’s Table.

With gratitude, 

Tiffany Williams

President & CEO, Martha's Table

Growing, Evolving, Thriving

Our Collective Impact

At Martha’s Table, our greatest strength is our community. In FY25, we grew stronger together, deepening connections with local organizations, leaders, and neighbors to create more opportunities for children, families, and the broader community. We continued to lead conversations on food access, community-driven solutions, early childhood education, and volunteerism, sharing insights and best practices across local, regional, and national platforms.

The individuals fueling this impact bring their passion, expertise, and commitment to every aspect of our work:

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Board of Directors -- Guiding the strategic vision of our organization.

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Team Members -- The heart of Martha's Table, driving our mission every day.

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Volunteers -- caring friends and neighbors contributing time, skills, and energy to make a difference.

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Community Advisory Council Members -- Sharing their voice to ensure programs reflect community members priorities.

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Business Advisory Council Members -- Strengthening networks and amplifying our impact.

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Parent Policy Council Members -- Shaping programs and policies that support positive outcomes for children and families.

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Teen Association Members -- Sharing their perspectives to help shape programs that reflect youth priorities and experiences.

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Together, this network of staff, volunteers, and community partners transforms ideas into action, creating a real impact.

In FY25, nearly 5,000 volunteers contributed 28,276 hours, supporting children, families, and neighbors. Their time and dedication are core to the work of Martha’s Table, showing that as we grow and evolve together, we thrive as a community.

Growing Possibility from the Start

At Martha’s Table, we believe lasting change begins with community. We are committed to addressing the root causes of health, educational, and economic disparities so every child, family, and neighbor in Washington, DC, can thrive. This year, we are proud to highlight the impact of our work across four key areas: empowering young learners, promoting health and wellness, strengthening families and community connections, and investing in the local community to create lasting opportunities.

Supporting Young Learners, Teens, and Bright Futures

In FY25, we strengthened early childhood education programs, giving children the tools to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We also launched a new Teen Lounge, a safe and welcoming space where teens can create, connect with their peers, and focus on their futures. Older youth continued to expand their horizons through the Global Passport program, including an international trip to Panama, sparking curiosity, confidence, and leadership skills.

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children enrolled in nationally accredited Early Childhood Education programs.

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older youth participated in Global Passport trips, broadening perspectives and inspiring leadership.

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teenagers visited the new Teen Lounge to work on school assignments, engage in creative activities, and connect with peers.

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invested in the young learners through the Dietra L. Ford Child Savings Accounts initiative, which provides children with an early savings account to help families plan for the future.

Supporting Health, Choice and Connection

As neighbors navigate life, our health and wellness programs evolve to support their well-being. No-cost, choice-based food access through Martha’s Table Markets, Joyful Food Markets, and McKenna’s Wagon provided fresh, nourishing options that allowed families to choose what worked best for them. This year, demand for our markets increased significantly, reflecting the trust families placed in these resources. Programs like Healthy Happy Hour, Art as Healing, and Healing Movements offered space for creativity, connection, introspection, and reflection, strengthening mental health and emotional well-being.

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million meals (equal to 2.7 million pounds of food) were distributed through our healthy food markets, a 23% increase from the previous year.

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individuals participated in our Emotional Wellness programs, including Art As Healing, Mindful Moments, Healing Movements, and Healthy Happy Hour.

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visits to Joyful Food Markets across 50 schools and recreation centers in wards 7 and 8, providing access to fresh, healthy food.

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days per year, McKenna’s Wagon distributed hot, healthy, nutritious meals to individuals experiencing food and housing insecurity.

Strengthening Bonds and Building Connections

We know strong families are the core of strong communities. Programs like Baby & Me, District Dads, Martha’s Outfitters, and Strong African American Families highlight the strengths of families and create spaces for connection, learning, and growth.

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"The Baby and Me program has been such a blessing. I met other moms who became friends and learned tips that made motherhood less overwhelming. It’s more than a program, it’s a family." Maurika H.
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million saved through the distribution of articles of clothing via Martha’s Outfitters.

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families connected to essential resources through the Historic Anacostia Family Success Center, supporting access to education, health, and economic stability

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parents engaged in our District Dads and Baby & Me cohort-based programs, supporting involved parenting

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families with pre-teens enrolled in the new Strong African American Families program, building skills, confidence, and connections that help both parents and children thrive.

Growing Opportunity, Evolving Programming, Thriving Communities

We invested in the people and organizations that strengthen our community. Through the Training and Technical Assistance Program (TTAP) and the Community Impact Fund (CIF), we supported grassroots leaders with coaching, peer learning, and resources.

Our newly launched Virtual Reality Auto Tech Training program helped neighbors gain hands-on skills for meaningful employment. At the same time, Strong Families, Strong Futures provided cash assistance and guidance to help families build stability and long-term opportunities. By combining leadership development, career pathways, and family support, we helped families and neighborhoods across Ward 8 grow stronger and thrive.

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in direct cash assistance provided to 137 mothers, with participants reporting reduced financial stress and improved well-being.

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Nonprofits selected to participate in our Community Impact Fund and received capacity-building support from the Center for Nonprofit Advancement, with each organization receiving a two-year grant totaling $30,000.

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grassroots leaders participated in the yearlong Training and Technical Assistance Program (TTAP) for emerging nonprofits.

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participants completed the Virtual Reality Auto Tech Training program, gaining hands-on skills for meaningful careers and pathways to employment.

Together We Thrive:

Celebrating Community and Connection

We celebrated the ways our community continues to grow, evolve, and thrive. By strengthening partnerships, expanding programs, and creating new opportunities, we worked alongside neighbors to support children, families, and the neighborhoods they call home.

Thanks to the dedication of our friends, volunteers, and partners, we built connections and shared moments of joy throughout Ward 8. Our signature events remain at the heart of this work, uniting the community to celebrate, give back, and foster deeper relationships throughout the year.

Acknowledgements & Appreciation

Our work is made possible by the dedication and generosity of our team, neighbors, donors, volunteers, and partners. We are grateful for the time, energy, and care you bring to Martha’s Table each day.

Members of the Apple Society, contributing $10,000 or more annually, help sustain programs that support strong children, strong families, and strong communities. Their commitment fuels programs that nurture growth, foster connections, and build a stronger community for all.

Anonymous
Bainum Family Foundation
Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation
England Family Foundation
Goldberg Family Foundation, Inc
Greater Washington Community Foundation
The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation
Chris Niemczewski and Elise Hoffmann
Takeda

Anonymous (2)
Alder Fund
Julie Banzhaf-Stone and Steven Stone
Bloomberg Philanthropies
Cleveland Giving Fund
Adena and Michael Friedman
Giant Food LLC
Bruce Kuhlik and Robyn Lipton
Philip Graham Fund
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
S&R Evermay
Akintoye and Nzenalu Shoetan
Bernard and Anne Spitzer Charitable Trust
Venture Philanthropy Partners
The Washington Home
World Bank Community Connections Campaign

Anonymous
Amazon
Ken and Judy Bacon
Terry Beaty and Anne Mehringer
The Brendan and Helen Bechtel Foundation
Phillip and Valerie Brown
Carter & Melissa Cafritz Charitable Trust
Capital One
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Ella F. Cleveland
The Honorable Elizabeth Dole
The Farvue Foundation, Inc.
Kathryn and Michael Hanley
Jessie Harris and Woody Cunningham
Leonard and Hilda Kaplan Charitable Foundation
Alex Klingenstein
The Honorable Jacob Lew and Dr. Ruth Schwartz
Carol & Gene Ludwig Family Foundation
Marguerite Casey Foundation
Donald Marron
Timothy Massad and Charlotte Hart
Mayberg Foundation
Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation
Mr. Alfred H. Moses
National Presbyterian Church
Melanie Nussdorf
David and Carol Pensky
The Revada Foundation of the Logan Family
Share Fund
Cathy Sulzberger and Dr. Joe Perpich
The Venable Foundation
Laurie Wingate and Mark Chandler
Peter and Dana Winslow

Anonymous (10)
Bill Alexander and Terry Sykes
American Diabetes Association Research Foundation
Jack R. Anderson Foundation
Thomas Andrews and Christine Gilman
Ann Balough
Edward and Susan Basile
Mary Beale
Joan Benziger
Benjamin and Sue Boley
Stacey Brandenburg and Derek Ludwin
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Susan Devine Camilli Foundation
The Cantacuzene Family Charitable Fund
Anne Carlson and Donald Goldberg
Case Commons
Mary Challinor and Henry Richardson
Katherine Christensen
The Coldiron Family Foundation
Carol A. Cowgill
Charles and Rochelle Curtis
The Cora and John H. Davis Foundation
Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
ECMC Foundation
The Etergino Group at RBC Wealth Management
FedEx
Georgetown Jesuit Community
Graham Holdings
Andrea Grant and Selig Merber
Erwin Gudelsky
Henry and Joyce Harris
Harrison Hart Family Fund
Samuel Hauslohner
Holdenried Family Fund
Ms. Lynne Horning
Elizabeth Hylton
Linda and Irving Jordan
S. Kann Sons Company Foundation, Inc.
Andrew and Julie Klingenstein Family Fund
Mark and Cathy Knepper
Judy and Peter Blum Kovler Foundation
Laura and Jonathan Kravis
Alexander Laskey
Ada Harris Maley Memorial Fund
Carissa and Andrew Marino
Mr. Henry McKinnon & Mr. Ronald Gage
Christopher McMackin and David Svatos
Mitchell – Richards Family Fund
The Morrison & Foerster Foundation
NFP
Northrop Grumman
Norman Ornstein and Judy Harris
Anthony Pappas and Dale Pappas
Thad and Jane Paul
Pepco an Exelon Company
Louis Perwien and Pamela Katz
Carol E. Pew
Phillips 66
John and Krupa Playforth
Prince Charitable Trusts
Qualcomm
Christopher and Jeannie Rhee
Celia and Steve Roady
Salie Family Private Foundation
Sandy Spring Bank
Bob and Patricia Schieffer
Select Equity Group Foundation
The Severus Foundation
Joseph Sternlieb and Linda Singer
Mary Ellen and Charles Taylor
TD Bank
Thornapple Foundation
Emily Ullman
Urban One Community Works, Inc.
The Vradenburg Foundation
George Wasserman Family Foundation
White Family Charitable Foundation
The Young Family

Institutional Supporters

Gifts between $5,000 and $9,999

Anonymous
Axinn
Bernstein Management Corporation
Center for Nonprofit Advancement
Honda USA Foundation
Lumina Foundation
RCM&D
Sledge Inc. DBA 930 Club

Volunteers with 100+ Hours of Service

Hanna Abebe
Rosemary Blackshear
Rodolfo Cabrera
Da’Sean Campbell
Karen Canada
Yuri Casal
Andrea Casey
Meredith Drosback
Earnestine Gaines
Pege Gilgannon
Dani Gray
Pat Green
Cynthia Howell
Vincent Jones
Chevella Marie
Patrick McNerney
Cherie Nichols
Jasleen Paulino
Christiane Richardin
Ryanna Robinson
Paula Thompson
Michael Wilkerson
Alexis Williams
Joslyn Williams

Board of Directors

Ken Bacon Board Chair, Railfield Realty Partners
David Pensky Board Vice Chair, Britches of Georgetowne Clothing
Camille Akeju Anacostia Community Museum
Sheila Bunn The Bunn Group, LLC
Renata Claros Retired
Stephanie Dyson Bristol Myers Squibb
Ann Marie Etergino RBC Wealth Management
Dr. Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education
Marcella Jones Jones Foundation
Bradley Knox Aflac, Inc.
Bruce Kuhlik Merck & Co., Inc. (retired)
James Martinko CohnReznick
Timothy Massad Former Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission & United States Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Financial Stability
Lamont Mitchell Anacostia Coordinating Council
Dr. James Moore Jr. KPMG
Chris Niemczewski Marshfield Associates
David Roodberg DJR Assoc
Calvin Smith Elon Capital Partners
Jackie Ward Jackie Ward & Associates
Laurie Wingate Results for America
Kenyell Williams Parent Policy Council
Tiffany Williams President & CEO, Martha’s Table

Business Advisory Council

Jimmy Alexis Ernst & Young
Barbara Black Curi RMB Capital
Ify Bozimo Fluence
Bill Colbert Ernst & Young
Evan Croen Bloomberg
Youssouf Diallo JPMorgan Chase
Matt Goldberg Commercial Real Estate Advisor
Marc Goldwein Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget
Matthew Kahn RCM&D
Lilly Minkove ArtLogica Group
Nikki Olaleye Giant Food
Candace Procter PepsiCo
Anthony Stevens Vernon Group, LLC
Justin Wilson eBay

Parent Policy Council

Kenyell Williams Chair
Samantha Baines
Sarah Brandmeier
Salena Brooks
Chiquita Dean
Dominique Gaston
Joshua Hawkins
Loretta Jones
Tamicka Lewis
Ronelle Perry
Tanisha Proctor
Linda Thompson

Community Advisory Council

Terry Daniels
Joyce Ford
Abraham Gross
Theodore McNair
Canethia Miller
Stephen Muhammad
Diane Simms
Renee Sumby
Shaquinta Tinsley
William Thompson
Darlene Williams

Teen Association

Zyiah S. President
Ryanna R. Vice President
Arthur T.
Donnell G.
Jadelyn R.

Financial Overview

Sustaining Growth and Possibility Through Financial Leadership

As a community-based organization, we remain committed to transparency and accountability. Over the past year, we have made strategic investments in our programs and infrastructure, while maintaining our focus on supporting children, families, and communities. Our continued financial stability enabled us to deliver high-quality services and enhance our capacity to serve our neighbors for years to come.

Financial /Overview

/Operating Revenue
Individuals
$9,229,257
33.83%
Federal and State Funds
$9,007,583
33.01%
In-Kind Donations & Miscellaneous Income
$3,066,528
11.24%
Investment Income
$2,490,447
9.13%
Foundations
$1,825,483
6.69%
Corporations
$609,119
2.23%
Combined Federal Campaign
$414,377
1.52%
Special Events, Net
$375,021
1.37%
Childcare Co-Pay
$126,744
0.46%
Civic and Religious Groups
$112,072
0.41%
Martha's Outfitters
$26,920
0.10%
Total Revenue
$27,283,551
/Operating Expenses
Health & Wellness Initiatives
$8,449,786
28.94%
Education Initiatives
$8,020,791
27.47%
Parent and Family Initiatives
$6,741,958
23.09%
Fundraising & Communication
$2,595,754
8.89%
General Administration
$2,311,761
7.92%
Community Engagement / Neighborhood Impact
$1,078,412
3.69%
TotalExpenses
$29,198,462

Ways To Get Involved

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