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my support?
Every contribution – big or small - helps us to improve the
life of another person in our community. Supporting Lydia's House
is an investment in people, the neighborhood and the future. Your
contributions help us improve the quality of life for the District's
citizens who find themselves most in need of assistance. Your dollars
are used to support educational and social services in addition
to the housing needs of the families we serve.
How can I be sure that you will use my money wisely?
Lydia's House is maintained and monitored by a strong system of
checks and balances. Executive Director, Patrice Sheppard, manages
the day-to-day operations of Lydia's House, including program services
and administration. The Board of Directors provides overall direction
and often participates in program activities to lend their individual
personal and professional expertise.
The internal and external accounting policies and procedures of
Lydia's House adhere to the Financial Standard Accounting Board
regulations 116, 117 governing non-profit accounting. The organization
is also audited by a certified public accountant, Walker and Company,
each year to ensure financial integrity.
Can I volunteer? How?
Contact Patrice Sheppard, Executive Director of Lydia's House at
(202) 373-1052 or contactus@lydiashousendc.org
for more information.
Volunteer opportunities include:
- Mentoring a youth ages 6-12 and helping with homework
- Becoming an Accountability Partner to a youth 13-21 at the Tech
Zone
- Sponsoring a Lydia's House child or family
- Instructing dance or music classes
- Teaching computer and other technology skills
- Promoting Lydia's House in the community
- Serving on the Board of Directors
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