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At DMV Food for Good, we unite food lovers and nonprofits to celebrate delicious meals and share powerful stories.

Through dining, volunteering, partnerships, and donations, we promote nonprofit culinary organizations across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia—transforming every meal into an opportunity to make a difference.

How It Works

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woman in black long sleeve shirt holding black pen

For Nonprofits

For Foodies

Ready to Share Your Story with Food Lovers Across the DMV? Here’s How It Works:

  1. Sign Up: Fill out our quick and easy online form to introduce your nonprofit and culinary mission.

  2. Share Your Vision: Tell us about your unique offerings, stories, and how you’re making a difference.

  3. Get Featured: We’ll showcase your organization on our platform, connecting you with food lovers, volunteers, and supporters ready to help.

It’s that simple. Let’s turn every bite into a meaningful connection.

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A woman taking a picture of a rock with a camera
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four person earring on black wooden table
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shallow focus photo of man in black full-zip jacket
people sitting in front of table talking and eating
people sitting in front of table talking and eating
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woman in black and white striped long sleeve shirt sitting on black car

Hearty Ways to Make a Difference

  1. Savor Unique Culinary Experiences: Explore mouthwatering creations from nonprofit culinary programs.

  2. Lend a Hand: Find rewarding volunteer opportunities that match your passion for food and community.

  3. Support a Cause You Love: Learn how your donations and partnerships can transform lives.

It’s not just about great food—it’s about creating connections and making an impact. Dive in and discover how you can be part of the story.

About Elsa

Elsa, an Iowa City native, Rotarian, and Georgetown graduate, is a social impact entrepreneur combining her love for diplomacy with a passion for serving others.

Recognizing a gap in food blogs highlighting nonprofit culinary organizations in the DMV, she launched DMV Food for Good to connect food lovers with causes that matter.

This initiative stems from her work with EMWriting&Design, where she helps nonprofits amplify their impact by saving time and resources.

Elsa’s mission is simple: empower organizations to do more good and inspire others to join the move.ment.