Veteran Community Events in District of Columbia

Join USUA for an afternoon of music supporting Ukrainian veterans’ recovery through sport and bonds with American veterans. 💛💙 Dear Friends of Ukraine, we warmly invite you to an inspiring afternoon of music in support of Ukrainian Veterans Aid, a program of our nonprofit US Ukrainian Activists (USUA). Your generosity will help Ukrainian veterans regain strength, rebuild confidence, and find connection through sport. Participation in the 2026 Army Ten-Miler (ATM) and Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) also brings Ukrainian and American veterans and military personnel together, building bonds of friendship, solidarity, and mutual support. The concert will feature 13 distinguished performing artists from Musicians for Ukraine, presenting masterpieces of classical music alongside selected works by Ukrainian composers. 🎶 Join us to celebrate the power of music and support those who have bravely defended Ukraine’s freedom. 🎟️ FREE ADMISSION — donations are warmly appreciated! 📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026 🕝 2:30 PM — Doors open 🛍️ 2:30–3:00 PM — Souvenir sales 🎼 3:00–4:30 PM — Concert 🎁 Souvenir sales will continue after the concert. 📍 St. Columba’s Episcopal Church 4201 Albemarle St NW, Washington, DC 20016 📣 Please spread the word and invite your friends to support this important cause! Register for free admission and find event. 💛💙 Support Ukrainian veterans’ rehabilitation through sport. 🔗 Donate by debit/credit card or PayPal — no PayPal account required. 💝 This concert is made possible through the collaboration of US Ukrainian Activists (USUA) and Musicians for Ukraine, a remarkable group of performing artists coordinated by Dasha Gabay and Alex Balakersky. Since Russia’s full-scale invasion began on February 24, 2022, these artists have generously donated their time and talent to perform in over 20 charity concerts in support of Ukraine. 🎶 Meet our performing artists: Alice Weinreb (flute), Dasha Gabay (piano), Doug Rogers (guitar), Gersh Chervinsky (violin), Irina Kats (piano), Jimmy Ren (bassoon), Masha Feigelson (voice), Philippe Brunet (trumpet), Robert Little (clarinet), Sasha Beresovsky (piano), William Hurd (viola), William Richards (percussion), and Zoe Kushubar (violin). 💛💙 We extend our heartfelt thanks to St. Columba’s Episcopal Church for hosting our Charity Concert for Ukrainian Veterans and supporting this important cause. 💝 Dear friends, thank you for standing with Ukraine. Together, we can turn music into hope, healing, and lasting bonds of friendship. Your presence and generosity make a difference!

Pride At Work represents LGBTQ union members and their allies in building a more just and equitable labor movement. Based in Washington, DC, this nonprofit organization serves as a vital bridge between the organized labor movement and the LGBTQ community, fostering solidarity and mutual support across diverse constituencies. With chapters spanning the country, Pride At Work is deeply rooted in the communities it serves, recognizing that true justice and equality can only be achieved through an organized and empowered working class. The organization's mission centers on creating workplaces and unions that cherish diversity and ensure safety and dignity for all. Pride At Work opposes all forms of bias and discrimination—whether based on gender identity, sexual orientation, race, immigration status, disability, or any other characteristic—both on the job and in the public sphere. By emphasizing education, alliance-building, and community solidarity, Pride At Work empowers working people to self-organize and act collectively to advance their needs and interests. The organization embodies the principle that protecting one worker's rights protects all workers' rights, making it a trusted advocate for LGBTQIA+ individuals navigating the labor movement and seeking economic justice in Washington, DC and beyond.

Based in Washington, DC, the Returned Peace Corps Volunteers' Alliance for Ukraine represents a vibrant community of former Peace Corps volunteers united by shared values and a commitment to Ukraine's future. This 501(c)(3) registered nonprofit organization serves as a country affiliate of the National Peace Corps Association, connecting over 220,000 Peace Corps alumni worldwide who continue making a difference in communities both domestically and internationally. The RPCV-AUA's mission centers on empowering an international network dedicated to fostering a self-determined Ukraine by enacting the shared values of the Peace Corps community. Founded on the belief that returned volunteers possess unique insights, relationships, and dedication to cross-cultural understanding, the organization creates spaces for connection, learning, and meaningful action. Members engage through committee participation, storytelling initiatives, and direct involvement in advocacy and humanitarian efforts. What distinguishes the RPCV-AUA is its grassroots, volunteer-powered approach. The organization operates entirely through volunteer leadership, ensuring authentic community engagement and direct impact. Membership is completely free, reflecting the organization's commitment to accessibility and inclusivity within the Peace Corps alumni network. The alliance champions lifelong commitment to Peace Corps ideals by fostering relationships among returnees and connecting them with organizations and agencies working toward Ukraine's betterment. This community-centered approach transforms individual Peace Corps experiences into collective action, creating a network of globally-minded individuals dedicated to building a stronger, more connected Ukraine.

Since 1997, the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) has served as the standard bearer for Filipino American welfare and empowerment across the United States. What began with visionary founding members organizing just over 2.5 million Filipinos and Filipino Americans has evolved into a movement representing over four million community members—the second-largest Asian American group in the nation. Based in Washington, DC, NaFFAA embodies a mission to amplify Filipino American voices, advocate for their interests, and provide essential resources for community empowerment. The organization envisions Filipino American communities that are culturally, economically, and politically empowered and engaged, united through shared purpose and collective action. At its core, NaFFAA operates on five foundational values: diversity and inclusion that welcome all perspectives, collaboration that transcends generations and ideological differences, accountability through transparency and goal-focused commitment, justice through speaking against injustices and promoting civil rights, and integrity in serving the best interests of Filipino Americans. The organization's strength lies in its expansive network of fifteen regional chapters covering every corner of the nation, creating pathways for Filipino Americans to connect, lead, and grow together. Whether through leadership development, civic engagement, cultural celebration, or national advocacy, NaFFAA remains committed to uniting diverse individuals and community organizations. This inclusive approach has made NaFFAA the trusted voice for Filipino Americans seeking to build stronger communities, advance their rights, and ensure their contributions to American society are recognized and celebrated.