Get connected and involved. Check out what non-profits are doing in this week’s Community’s Choice
Kick the New Year off the healthy way. Registration is now open for Mayor Bowser’s Fit DC Fresh Start 5k Walk January 1st. www.fitdcfreshstart5k.com
Did you know that Black Men are the most likely Americans to die from lung cancer? Get the facts and know where to go for a screening. The American College of Radiology has tips. www.acr.org
Grab your sneakers and join Girl Trek for their weekly walks. There are meet-ups across the DMV. www.girltrek.org
With reading scores at an all time low, Reading Is Fundamental says the holidays will be a good time to give the gift of reading. www.rallytoread.org
Help shelter pets enjoy the holidays. The Prince George’s County Animal Shelter is in need of stuffed animals and other toys cats and dogs enjoy. www.princegeorgespets4us.com
DC residents don’t get caught out in the cold. The DC Public Service Commission is handing out free home weatherization items at public libraries thru January 17th. www.dcpsc.org
Housing discrimination on the basis of national origin is against the law. If you have been a victim, contact Housing Counseling Services. www.housingetc.org
To get your non-profit on the air and web, email Renee Nash at rnash@whur.com at least three weeks before your event.