NCCF - The National Center for Children and Families

NCCF - The National Center for Children and Families It is the mission of the National Center for Children and Families to create total, healthy living e John B.

June 29, 1915 - 14 homeless children found a home at 904 Newton Street NE, Washington, D.C. This marked the official opening of the National Center for Children and Families (formerly the Baptist Home for Children), a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children in desperate need. Lord, a member of the Brookland Baptist Church in Washington, DC, donated the nine-room house, NCCF’s

first site. November 15, 1931- First Lady Lou Henry Hoover dedicated newly completed dormitories located on a 140-acre farm in Bethesda, Maryland, NCCF’s present day base of operations. Following WWII, NCCF® sold all but 13 acres of the farm to generate needed revenue. For nearly a century, NCCF’s mission has been driven by a great sense of community responsibility for vulnerable children and their families. Today, NCCF’s residential programs serve homeless families, victims of domestic violence, and vulnerable adolescents. Other programs include treatment foster care, social services for family reunification, parenting education, and transitional housing to promote independent living and family stabilization.

The delegation at ! Learning and training essential to our mission and we loved presenting in on critical topics th...
07/24/2025

The delegation at ! Learning and training essential to our mission and we loved presenting in on critical topics that affect families around the country.

see you in Chicago next year!

Bright futures start with love, stability, and opportunity.Go to nccf-cares.org/volunteer to learn how you can start you...
07/23/2025

Bright futures start with love, stability, and opportunity.

Go to nccf-cares.org/volunteer to learn how you can start your volunteer journey with NCCF today and create change that matters. 💙

Want a delicious way to do good? On Friday, July 18 (3–6 PM), bring shelf‑stable, in‑date food to any Nando's in MoCo or...
07/17/2025

Want a delicious way to do good? On Friday, July 18 (3–6 PM), bring shelf‑stable, in‑date food to any Nando's in MoCo or PG, and get a free 1/4 Chicken + Chips as a thank‑you.

Every item you donate supports NCCF’s Jackson’s Pantry, helping feed families across our community. Find your nearest location at nandosperiperi.com/find

Special thanks to United Way of the National Capital Area for helping make this possible.

Jackson’s Pantry is officially in full swing! Every week it’s sending nutritious food and essential supplies home with l...
07/12/2025

Jackson’s Pantry is officially in full swing! Every week it’s sending nutritious food and essential supplies home with local families.

Thank you to everyone who stocks, sorts, and supports this space in Jackson’s memory. Want to get involved? Find out how you can volunteer by clicking here: https://nccf-cares.org/volunteer/

https://www.mymcmedia.org/new-community-food-pantry-honors-memory-of-bullis-student/

The National Center for Children and Families has opened a new food pantry in honor of a 6th grader who died unexpectedly in February 2023.

Every child deserves more hearts in their corner. Will you be one of them?
07/09/2025

Every child deserves more hearts in their corner. Will you be one of them?

Happy Monday to our amazing new friend Hassan! He and his team at Berkadia made these beautiful paper cranes. We are thi...
07/07/2025

Happy Monday to our amazing new friend Hassan!

He and his team at Berkadia made these beautiful paper cranes. We are thinking of hanging them in the library at the Greentree Shelter 📚 where do you think we should put them? Comment below with suggestions!

➡️ to all our followers. Our partners at Healthy Montgomery are seeking input from community residents in the communit...
07/06/2025

➡️ to all our followers. Our partners at Healthy Montgomery are seeking input from community residents in the community health improvement planning (CHIP) process. Attend the virtual events or take the survey!

Registration Links
July 9 Session, 6-8 p.m. via Zoom: https://ow.ly/Qhvy50WjmrK
July 10 Session, 6-8 p.m. via Zoom: https://ow.ly/HRhz50WjmrH
Registration is required to receive call-in information.

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Today we celebrate the freedom to thrive because true independence begins with safe homes, caring adults, and chances to...
07/04/2025

Today we celebrate the freedom to thrive because true independence begins with safe homes, caring adults, and chances to learn.

Need a proven mood-booster? This article highlights that volunteering sparks new friendships, lifts happiness, and eases...
07/03/2025

Need a proven mood-booster? This article highlights that volunteering sparks new friendships, lifts happiness, and eases loneliness, all while helping others.

Step into that impact with NCCF: sign up to volunteer and see how giving your time transforms both our families’ futures and your own: https://www.rd.com/article/benefits-of-volunteering/

https://www.rd.com/article/benefits-of-volunteering/

You might think the recipients of good deeds reap the greatest rewards. But research shows the benefits of volunteering flow both ways.

Every service we provide—from safe housing to enrichment programs—works toward one goal: surrounding each child with the...
07/03/2025

Every service we provide—from safe housing to enrichment programs—works toward one goal: surrounding each child with the opportunities they deserve. Learn more at nccf-cares.org

Starting the summer off right ☀️ A very happy birthday to our resident AJ! Cupcakes by Kira Nudelman - delivered by Sco...
07/02/2025

Starting the summer off right ☀️ A very happy birthday to our resident AJ! Cupcakes by Kira Nudelman - delivered by Scott (Dad) 🧁🎉

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6301 Greentree Road
Bethesda, MD
20817

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Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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June 29, 1915 - 14 homeless children found a home at 904 Newton Street NE, Washington, D.C. This marked the official opening of the National Center for Children and Families (formerly the Baptist Home for Children), a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to serving children in desperate need. John B. Lord, a member of the Brookland Baptist Church in Washington, DC, donated the nine-room house, NCCF’s first site. November 15, 1931- First Lady Lou Henry Hoover dedicated newly completed dormitories located on a 140-acre farm in Bethesda, Maryland, NCCF’s present day base of operations. Following WWII, NCCF® sold all but 13 acres of the farm to generate needed revenue. For nearly a century, NCCF’s mission has been driven by a great sense of community responsibility for vulnerable children and their families. Today, NCCF’s residential programs serve homeless families, victims of domestic violence, and vulnerable adolescents. Other programs include treatment foster care, social services for family reunification, parenting education, and transitional housing to promote independent living and family stabilization.