Join us for fun, food, activities, and giveaways as we celebrate our students going back to school!

We are excited to partner with St. Dominic Catholic Church, Christ United Methodist Church, and St. Augustine's Episcopal Church for the Southwest Back-to-School Community Fest! This is for all ages! 

Date: August 11, 2024

Time: 12:30pm-2:30pm

Location: 699 Maine Ave SW (Riverside Church DC)

• Backpack and School Supply Giveaway
• Clothing Corner for Kids
• Protein Pantry and Safeway Giveaways
• Storytelling Activity with Pastor Keisha Dukes of Christ United Methodist Church
• Health and Wellness Resources for Families
• Food, Music, Dancing, and Much More!

If you are interested in donating, Riverside Church is collecting backpacks. 

There are 3 ways to give:
You may ship your donation to:
Riverside Church DC
45 L Street SW #70667
Washington DC, 20024

You may drop off at the church M-Th between 9a-1p or Sundays between 9a-12p.

You may donate $$ online at RiversideDC.org.

Email   for more information or to partner with us in these efforts to support our community. Stay tuned for more details regarding set-up and day-of volunteering.