The annual Beacon House children's holiday party was held on December 19, 2011. 30 video clips of the event can be found by clicking on the Videos tab above.

Award presented to Rev. Robinson on November 10, 2011

On Friday, October 28, 2011, Beacon House celebrated its 20th anniversary at the Carnegie Institution of Science. Participants were entertained by E. Faye Butler followed by a reception and silent auction

On Friday 7/22/2011 a special ceremony was held to honor Rev. Robinson by renaming the Edgewood Field after him at 3rd & Evarts St., N.E.

Thanks to our very generous donors, Beacon House exceeded our initial funding shortfall. Camp is open and the kids are having a great time.

On Friday April 15, 2011, Beacon House’s Targeting the Future Program hosted its 5th annual college tour, this year traveling to Greensboro North Carolina to tour UNC at Greensboro and NC A&T. Fifteen middle and high school participants attended this year’s trip. Beacon House’s teen program director and staff created an exciting weekend of structured, informative, enriching tours and activities on both campuses. This stimulating academic excursion proved to be another astonishing educational experience of a lifetime. Each participant gained first hand exposure to a diverse array of educational opportunities that will prepare participants for success in a traditional or non-traditional college, university, or trade school upon completion of high school. Way to go Beacon House teens!!!!

“Through My Eyes” a photo narrative project is aimed to give youth an opportunity to give voice to his/her story and find/create meaning in the telling. During this time, six female participants are working closely with a mentor who will help participants find words and vision to describe their life experiences. In this act itself, with the support of a caring and thoughtful adult, we believe youth will feel empowered and affirmed, having asserted the meaningfulness of their lives.

On February 24, 2011, Rev. Donald E. Robinson, President and Founder of Beacon House, received an “Upstander Award” from the Historical Society of Washington, D.C. His portrait was part of a new exhibition “Upstanders: Portraits of Courage”, a photography exhibition that honors the contributions of local individuals and groups who spoke out, did the right thing, and made a difference. Congratulations to Don for this great honor!

Approximately 150 children and youth had the opportunity to shop for free and pick their own holiday presents during the Beacon House holiday party.

Our 75 lb., Jr. Pee Wee football team, the Beacon House Falcons, won the Pop Warner Super Bowl National Championship 19-0 in Orlando, Florida on Saturday, December 11, 2010, completing an undefeated season.

Help-Portrait, a non-profit organization, was formed in 2009 by celebrity photographer, Jeremy Cowart as he contemplated using his skills and expertise to give back to those who may not have the opportunity for a professional photo. The idea is that a photographer has the unique ability to help someone smile, laugh and return their dignity. It is a movement, a shift in photography. Over 200 people obtained free portraits at the Beacon House sponsored event.