Earth Day Activities!
Happy Earth Day! Just because we are stuck in quarantine doesn’t mean we can’t still take simple steps to help our planet and make the world a better place. Now, more than ever, our Earth needs us. This Earth Day, teach your kids the importance
National Librarian Day!
In honor of National Librarian Day, we wanted to highlight a longtime FLOC supporter and librarian, Carmen Boston! Carmen has been a librarian for over ten years and currently works as the Children’s Services Coordinator at D.C. Public Library. Get to know Carmen more below!
Dealing with Stress
Stress can be debilitating and now, more than ever, people are suffering from this invisible evil. Whether you have been battling stress and anxiety all your life, or recent events (see: global pandemic) have begun to take their toll, it’s never too late to learn
2020 Census-Get Counted!
Every 10 years, the U.S. government counts every person living in our country in the Constitutionally-mandated Census. Data from the U.S. Census directly determines the pathway of federal funding, impacting schools, businesses, transportation, infrastructure, healthcare, and overall social equity in the District. The more accurate the
Online Activities for All Ages!
As the stay at home order pushes on, FLOC is here to make sure you don’t go stir crazy inside! Next time you find yourself sitting around wondering what to do, check out this list of great online activities for all ages. Virtual Museums Take
Women’s History Month
In honor of Women’s History Month, and in an effort to help you pass the time while staying safe and healthy (and socially distant!) at home, FLOC’s staff has come up with a list of our favorite books, movies, TV shows, and songs that celebrate
Coping with Coronavirus
We’re all living in uncharted times. Schools teaching classes online, restaurants and businesses closed, and entire offices working from home. But while we’re all trying to adjust to this new reality, parents have the added challenge of trying to maintain a somewhat normal routine for
FLOC Shop and Share!
Last Tuesday, March 3, For Love of Children partnered up with Lily Pulitzer in Tysons Galleria to participate in a Shop and Share. From 4-8 pm, Lily Pulitzer customers were able to mingle, enjoy food and beverages, and “shop for a cause” in support of
Volunteer FAQs!
Looking for a way to give back to the community? Help the next generation of students succeed? Fulfill your Lent wish to be a better person? Well, look no further- FLOC is accepting applications for new volunteers! We specifically need volunteers for our Language Program
Who Am I?
For the last 5 months, FLOC’s Project Based Learning program had students work on a self-portrait series that answered the question: “Who am I?” Each student was responsible for completing a set of self-portrait photographs, poems, and a collage. They were given prompts to help
Summer at FLOC: Preparing Tomorrow's Leaders Today
This summer, FLOC’s Pathways Forward: Teen Experience has been more than a summer program, it has been a launching pad for Washington, DC youth to discover their potential, explore future careers, and build the confidence to succeed in school, college, and beyond.
Over the course of four weeks, 40 teens have participated in engaging, hands-on experiences designed to develop leadership, critical thinking, teamwork, and career readiness. Through a safe and supportive environment, students have challenged themselves, strengthened their voices, and begun envisioning brighter futures.
Students explored a variety of career pathways, including Health Science, STEAM, Business & Entrepreneurship, and Culinary Arts. From mock medical simulations and cybersecurity lessons to entrepreneurship projects, gardening, and culinary experiences, every activity connected classroom learning with real-world opportunities. These experiences helped students see that their futures are filled with possibilities.
Beyond career exploration, participants strengthened the skills that will carry them into adulthood. Workshops focused on high school success, GPA awareness, graduation requirements, communication, self-awareness, and professional presence, equipping students with the tools they need to confidently pursue college, careers, and lifelong success.
The program was further enriched through partnerships with organizations including DC Fire and EMS, Beyond The Game Youth Leadership, Inc., the DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking, Children’s National Hospital, and DC Central Kitchen. These professionals introduced students to CPR, financial literacy, health education, leadership development, and the nonprofit food system through engaging, hands-on learning experiences.
The impact has been evident from the very beginning. Students have embraced every opportunity with enthusiasm, asked thoughtful questions, generated innovative ideas, and built meaningful relationships with both peers and community partners. Their growth is a powerful reminder of what is possible when young people are surrounded by caring adults who believe in their potential.
Thank you for making this possible. Your generosity provides students with transformative opportunities that extend far beyond the summer months. Because of your support, FLOC continues to empower young people with the knowledge, confidence, and connections they need to become tomorrow’s leaders. Together, we are helping ensure that every student has the opportunity to thrive.
