NCCF - The National Center for Children and Families

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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. 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.

to April 10th, when the NCCF team turned the office blue! 💙For National Child Abuse Prevention Month, our staff suited...
04/17/2026

to April 10th, when the NCCF team turned the office blue! 💙

For National Child Abuse Prevention Month, our staff suited up in blue to show our collective commitment to protecting and uplifting the children in our community.

At NCCF we know better than most the potential that children have when we provide them space to learn and grow. Swipe ➡️...
04/15/2026

At NCCF we know better than most the potential that children have when we provide them space to learn and grow.

Swipe ➡️to meet the kids 👶 on our Development & Comms Team!

Not a golfer? You can still make an impact by joining us for the TNK Fundraising Gala on Monday, June 1st! 🥂✨Skip the fa...
04/13/2026

Not a golfer? You can still make an impact by joining us for the TNK Fundraising Gala on Monday, June 1st! 🥂✨

Skip the fairways and head straight to Lakewood Country Club for an evening featuring a cocktail hour, gourmet dinner, open bar, and live auctions—all followed by dancing and awards. Every ticket directly supports NCCF’s TNK Program, providing local students with essential winter coats, school supplies, and vision care.

Space is limited, so secure your seat here: https://bit.ly/TNKGala2026

Think back to your own prom.Do you remember the excitement of finding the perfect outfit, the music, and that final big ...
04/10/2026

Think back to your own prom.

Do you remember the excitement of finding the perfect outfit, the music, and that final big celebration with friends before graduation?

For most of us, those are memories that last a lifetime.

But for many teens in our community, the high cost of gowns, tuxedos, and transportation makes this milestone feel like an impossible dream.

That is why we are officially launching our Prom Fundraiser! Our goal is to remove the price tag from this milestone so our students can focus on the fun rather than the cost.

Click here to find out more and donate: https://bit.ly/NCCFProm2026

Your support allows us to reach back and provide the steady hand every child needs to climb toward a brighter future.
04/06/2026

Your support allows us to reach back and provide the steady hand every child needs to climb toward a brighter future.

Wishing you a joyful Easter filled with hope, renewal, and the warmth of community. 🌸 ✨
04/05/2026

Wishing you a joyful Easter filled with hope, renewal, and the warmth of community. 🌸 ✨

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month.This year, we’re lifting up Pinwheels of Possibility— a symbol of hope, care, and ...
04/03/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month.

This year, we’re lifting up Pinwheels of Possibility— a symbol of hope, care, and the brighter futures that become possible when families are�surrounded by support.

With families at the center, the possibilities are endless.

Each pinwheel represents the love, connection, resources, and collective action that help create the conditions for children to grow up safe, supported, and full of possibility.

When we invest in families early and often, we do more than prevent harm—we help build a future where all children and families can thrive, today and�for generations to come.

We’re scrolling through some of our favorite moments from the 2025 Mayor’s Championship at Lakewood Country Club. Beyond...
04/02/2026

We’re scrolling through some of our favorite moments from the 2025 Mayor’s Championship at Lakewood Country Club. Beyond the golf, this day focused on our community coming together to support the TNK program and provide DMV students with the resources they need to thrive.

It was a day to remember!

A huge thank you to everyone who played, sponsored, and donated to make last year such a success!

Ready to do it all again? We’d love to see you for the 3rd Annual Mayor’s Championship on June 1, 2026.

Grab your foursome or check out sponsorship spots here: https://nccf-cares.org/2026-mayors-championship-golf-tournament/

04/01/2026

To all our friends who celebrate, Chag Pesach Sameach from

We couldn't let the National Social Work month of March end without showing love to our wonderful social workers here at...
04/01/2026

We couldn't let the National Social Work month of March end without showing love to our wonderful social workers here at NCCF. Their dedication to our clients is the engine that drives our agency.

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO!

Swipe ➡➡➡ to see highlights from NCCF's Annual Social Work Celebration Luncheon. Special thank you to Director Rachel Pi...
03/30/2026

Swipe ➡➡➡ to see highlights from NCCF's Annual Social Work Celebration Luncheon. Special thank you to Director Rachel Pierre from DC's Department of Human Services for being our inspiring keynote speaker.

NCCF Social Workers change lives, reshape systems, and preserve childhood. We celebrate them today and every day!

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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.