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| Delivering Hope |
| Washington, DC — May 11, 2026 — At a time when many families continue to feel the weight of rising costs and daily uncertainty, Central Union Mission is joining forces with FedEx and Feed the Children to deliver tangible relief and renewed hope to the community. On Tuesday, May 12, the Mission will host a large-scale Resource Rally at its Comprehensive Family Resource Center, providing essential food and hygiene supplies to 400 families across Washington, DC. Event Details: What: Resource Rally – Food & Essentials Distribution When: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Opening Remarks at 9:30 AM) Where: Central Union Mission Comprehensive Family Resource Center 3194 Bladensburg Rd. NE, Washington, DC Each family will receive a 25-pound box of nutritious food, a 15-pound box of hygiene essentials, and additional items; critical resources designed to ease financial strain and meet every day needs with dignity and care. More than just a distribution, the Resource Rally reflects the power of partnership in action. With the support of 30–40 FedEx volunteers and teams from Feed the Children and Central Union Mission, the event will be a coordinated, hands-on effort to serve families efficiently while offering a warm and welcoming experience. “Events like this are a powerful reminder that no one has to face hardship alone,” said Joe Mettimano, Mission President & CEO. “When organizations come together with a shared purpose, we’re able to meet real needs in meaningful ways and remind families that they are seen, valued, and supported.” This initiative is part of Central Union Mission’s ongoing commitment to care for the whole person; meeting both physical needs and fostering a sense of community and hope. By identifying and serving families directly, the Mission continues to act as a vital bridge between resources and those who need them most. As food insecurity and economic challenges persist across the region, collaborations like this Resource Rally offer a practical and compassionate response, delivering not just supplies, but encouragement and stability to hundreds of local households. Media Invitation Media are invited to capture impactful moments as hundreds of families receive essential food and hygiene supplies at Central Union Mission’s Resource Rally. Visual opportunities include volunteers assembling and distributing resources, families being served with care and dignity, and behind-the-scenes collaboration between nonprofit and corporate partners. Interviews with staff, volunteers, and participating families are available upon request. For more information or to coordinate coverage, contact Joshua Kinney at jkinney@missiondc.org or 484-557-1601. About Central Union Mission: Central Union Mission, Washington, DC’s oldest private social service agency and a faith-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit, offers a comprehensive array of services to men, women and children in need from DC, Virginia and Maryland. Beyond offering over 60,000 bed-nights annually at its emergency shelter, the Mission’s shelter provides a full suite of transformational programs. Our Comprehensive Family Resource Center provides food and clothing to approximately 5,000 individuals monthly, as well as transformative wrap-around services. Our Mission: NOVA center in south Arlington provides critically needed social services, as well as food and clothing. All three facilities use a co-located service model providing onsite job training/placement, education, help with addictions, ESL classes, parenting classes, healthcare, assistance to veterans and senior citizens, legal aid, assistance with housing, spiritual discipleship and more. Additionally, the Mission operates a camp for underprivileged children and a 24-bed transition home. Our reputation is reflected in our four-star rating from Charity Navigator, Platinum Seal for financial transparency from Candid, and Top-Rated award from GreatNonProfits  |