LFFP proudly partners with many organizations around the DC metropolitan area. From churches to schools to other
non-profits, LFFP is happy to build relationships with organizations that share our dedication to interrupting violence and creating a culture of peace. Together, we can transform our world. To partner with LFFP, scroll to the bottom of this page to fill out an application.
non-profits, LFFP is happy to build relationships with organizations that share our dedication to interrupting violence and creating a culture of peace. Together, we can transform our world. To partner with LFFP, scroll to the bottom of this page to fill out an application.
Current Partners
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Alpha Phi Omega, Theta Chi Chapter, George Washington University Alpha Phi Omega is a national coeducational service organization founded on the principles of Leadership, Friendship and Service. It provides its members the opportunity to develop leadership skills as they volunteer on their campus, in their community, to the nation, and to the organization. Former Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush Sr. are APO alumni. Beacon House Beacon House is a nonprofit, community based organization that provides tutoring, mentoring, cultural, athletic, recreational and nutritional programs to at-risk children, ages 5-18, who reside in and around the Edgewood Terrace community in Ward 5 of Washington, D.C. They help at-risk youth to identify and pursue educational objectives and prepare them for productive involvement in their community and society. Catholic University of America Many students from the university volunteer their time to LFFP's after school program by tutoring kids, playing, and leading peace circles. Caldwell Chapel Community This is an Intentional Eucharistic Community, a small faith community rooted in the Catholic tradition that gathers weekly to celebrate Eucharist. Through sharing liturgical life and mutual support for one another, members are strengthened to live Gospel-centered lives dedicated to spiritual growth and social commitment. Chance Academy CHANCE Academy offers an arts-integrated college preparatory academic program that is both multifaceted and tailored to individual needs. It offers students choices that allow them to have a voice in their education and provides a supportive yet demanding environment, so they will develop proud ownership of their learning. DC Peace Team The DC Peace Team collaborates with LFFP to do the Bystander Intervention Training. It cultivates and sustains a culture of nonviolent peacemaking by developing trusting relationships, providing training/education in nonviolent conflict intervention skills and restorative justice, monitoring key areas of struggle in our communities, and accompanying school children through difficult neighborhoods. Delta Phi Omega, Zeta Chapter, University of Maryland DPO is the largest, strongest, and fastest growing South Asian and multicultural interest sisterhood nationwide. Its chief service objective is seeing that every child enjoys literacy and a good education. Drum Lady Kristen Arant & Kweku Owusu Kristen Arant is a drummer, musician, teacher, and organizer who lives and works in Washington DC. In 2005 she founded the Young Women’s Drumming Empowerment Project, a nonprofit that gives rise to young women’s self-esteem, creative self-expression, and positive development through drumming, poetry, movement, song, and performance. Kweku Owusu is a Ghanaian master drummer currently living in the DC area. Eastern Mennonite University LFFP has an internship partnership with EMU. Each semester, a student who is interested in conflict resolution and peacebuilding, is able to work with us and assist with administrative tasks and the after school program or Peace Camps. The Torture Abolition and Survivors Support Coalition (TASSC) The mission of TASSC is to end the practice of torture wherever it occurs and to empower survivors, their families and communities wherever they are. Its work includes both advocacy and direct support. Unitarian Universalist Church of Arlington (UUCA) UUCA is a dynamic community of individuals who share a liberal spiritual journey. The mission of UUCA is to be a place where anyone and everyone can Connect, Grow, and Serve. |
We are grateful for all of the wonderful organizations who work with LFFP to create a culture of peace.
