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Resources

Resources

Rental and Utility Assistance

Apply for ERAP and LIHEAP

Pepco Customer Relief Fund

DC Water Financial Assistance

East River Family Strengthening Collaborative

Catholic Charities

Housing Counseling Services

Homeless Services and Shelters

Virginia Williams Family Resource Center

The Horizon

50th Street

Food Pantries and Distribution Centers

The Episcopal Church of the Atonement

The first Wednesday of the month from 4:00PM-7:00PM and the third Tuesday of the month from 10:00AM-2:00PM.

Church of the Incarnation

The third Tuesday of every month from 11:30AM-2:30PM.

St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church

The third Monday of every month from 9:30AM-12:00PM.

 

 

Government Agency Information

Department of Transportation

The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) manages DC’s transportation infrastructure, projects, traffic, and public space. Key functions include project planning/construction, and traffic/safety management.

Below are additional resources and information about their services.

Metropolitan Police Department

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is the primary law enforcement agency for the District of Columbia.

Below are additional resources and information about their services.

Department of Buildings

The DC Department of Buildings (DOB) regulates construction, handles permits, conducts inspections (building, housing, vacant property), enforces codes, and ensures safety for residents, businesses, and visitors.

Below are additional resources and information about their services.

Department of Housing and Community Development

The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) focuses on preserving affordable housing, increasing homeownership, and revitalizing neighborhoods.

Below are additional resources and information about their services.

Department of Energy and Environment

The DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) is the District’s primary agency for environmental protection, energy policy, and sustainability.

Below are additional resources and information about their services.

DC Housing Authority

The District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) provides affordable housing and rental assistance (like vouchers) to low-to-moderate income residents, managing public housing properties.

Below are additional resources and information about their services.

Office of the Tenant Advocate

This government agency helps solves disputes between tenants and between landlords and tenants.

Get in touch with a Case Management Specialist by calling their intake line.

Please call: 202-719-6560

 

 

Department of General Services

The DC Department of General Services (DGS) builds, maintains, and manages the District of Columbia’s vast real estate portfolio (schools, government buildings, parks, etc.)

Below are additional resources and information about their services.

Office of the Attorney General – Mediation

Have a complaint about a business or a landlord?

For example, no running water or air conditioning/heat, job discrimination, bad working conditions.

Please call (202) 442-9828

Department of Parks and Recreation

The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) manages the District’s parks, recreation centers, pools, and sports fields. They provide programming for all ages and manage permits for events.

Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development

The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) assists the Mayor in the coordination, planning, supervision, and execution of economic development efforts in the District.

Department of Employment Services

The DC Department of Employment Services (DOES) is the District’s main agency for workforce development, connecting residents to jobs, training, and support.

Below are additional resources and information about their services.

Department of Public Works

The Department of Public Works (DPW) manages trash collection, sanitation efforts (snow removal, illegal dumping, leaf collection, etc.), and parking enforcement.

If you are experiencing delays, issues, or need to report an incident, please first submit a 311 ticket.

Below are additional resources and information about their services.

Other Helpful Links

Submit a 311 Ticket

 

Submitting 311 tickets for issues is very important and helpful to both our office and our government partners. If there is a 311 request that pertains to your issue, you must submit a ticket.

 

Follow this link to report on various issues, from illegal dumping to mowing services to tree inspection and parking enforcement.

 

 

Affordable or Free Legal Services

Please see below for a list of free legal assistance and representation.

Better Bus Network

As of June 29, 2025, Metro has launched their new bus routes and service times. Please see below for various links that will help you navigate these changes.

If you have questions, concerns, or comments, please reach out to Metro’s Customer Service: 202-637-7000

Youth/Student Resources

 

Please see below for resources and information for youth and students.

 

Resources for Parents/Families

Please see below for resources and information for parents and families.

Resources for Returning Citizens

Please see below for resources and information for returning citizens.

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