Join Everyone Home DC the Entire Month of September!
September Challenge ’25
Everyone Home DC is thrilled to kick off its signature fall fundraiser—September Challenge! This month-long digital campaign rallies our community to raise $90,000 in support of individuals and families at risk of or experiencing homelessness across the District. The need for critical, flexible funding is more urgent than ever—and with engaging ways to participate all month long, we hope you’ll take The Challenge and stand with us in building a more just and thriving city for all.
CHECK OUT YOUR SEPTEMBER CHALLENGE TOOLKIT!
Master the nuts and bolts of fundraising with YOUR 2025 SEPTEMBER CHALLENGE TOOLKIT! Everyone Home DC has gathered all you need—from text message templates to social media strategies—to help you build a fantastic fundraiser!
Join Everyone Home DC, and be a part of this transformative experience:
- Become a September Challenge Sponsor and leverage your sponsorship by encouraging others to give. View this year’s Sponsorship Packet. Email Kate at akalonu@everyonehomedc.org to discuss.
- Join the September Challenge Benefactor Circle by making a gift of $500. Donate now or email Kate at akalonu@everyonehomedc.org to discuss.
- Make a personally meaningful gift in support of Everyone Home DC’s goal to raise $90,000.
- Race to the top of the September Challenge leaderboard by creating your own personal fundraiser. View the September Challenge leaderboard here and check out this quick start guide to support you with getting started.
- Keep an eye on Everyone Home DC’s Events Page, where we will share a variety of September Challenge events that you can attend.
- Thanks to your support, the September Challenge Auction raised nearly $9,000 this year! Winning never felt so good.
IT IS ALL GOING DOWN THIS SEPTEMBER.
Please email Kate Akalonu at akalonu@everyonehomedc.org
to discuss any opportunities or creative ideas you have in more detail.
Online Auction
September Challenge Auction is back and will be live (and posted here!) on Wednesday, September 3! Get ready to bid on exciting items and experiences—all in support of Everyone Home DC.
ABOUT THE AUCTION: Are you a business or individual who would like to support Everyone Home DC in ensuring its Challenge Auction is the best one yet? Consider donating a service or memorable experience to the Auction. If you have any questions or want to participate, contact Grace Arenas at arenas@everyonehomedc.org.
Start Your Own Fundraiser
Create a personal fundraising goal and join the challenge! Check out our fundraising event page — click here and join the leaderboard. Need help getting started? CLICK HERE to check out this quick start guide.
Become a Sponsor
Everyone Home DC’s September Challenge provides its partners a unique opportunity to celebrate their community involvement. Your sponsorship offers a variety of impressive benefits that will promote your brand, support ending homelessness in Washington, DC, and offer an opportunity for public recognition for your compassionate investment in our city.
To find the sponsorship that’s best for you or your company, please review our sponsorship package and contact Kate Akalonu at akalonu@everyonehomedc.org or (202) 544-0631 x104
Create a personal fundraising goal and join the challenge! CLICK HERE to view our Quickstart Guide. It’s easy to get started!
