Category: Newsletters

November Newsletter (2019)

Posted on | by Caroline Brachman

At this time of Thanksgiving, we would like to thank all of our donors, community partners, employers, staff, and interns who helped further our mission to make the workplace more diverse and inclusive for all young people. We would not be where we are today without your generous support! We are very thankful for your ongoing commitment to our mission and look forward to supporting even more young people in the upcoming year!

Happy Thanksgiving!
Our  Lighting the Way Gala was a huge success!

Thank you to our incredible community for helping to make our recent Gala  a huge success! We are grateful to our sponsors, donors, guests, and of course our amazing alumni interns for a successful and fun evening and for everyone’s support to further our mission!

We heard from our talented alumni and presented our Champion Award to Congressman David Trone and The Wharf (accepted by Elinor Bacon), two of our valuable employer partners. We met our overall fundraising goal and surpassed our Scholarship matching fund goal at the Gala of $25,000, reaching $ 28,342.00!  If you would still like to support our scholarship goal to ensure our programs are available to all qualified young people, you can do so 
here or by texting “light” to 202-798-3261.

Thank you to everyone for making the evening an incredible success!!!





2020 WINTER APPLICATION DUE DATE
HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO:
December 6, 2019


The deadline for Winter 2020 applications has been extended to December 6, 2019. We have some fantastic internships lined up for winter. If you are interested in applying, please do so  here .

If you are interested in becoming an employer partner, we are actively recruiting new employers. Please find out more  here .



#GivingTuesday  marks a day of international charitable giving.
  If you were unable to make it to our Gala, or you would like to make an end-of-year gift, please consider donating  to support our programs!  
This year we have a page with the Catalogue for Philanthropy – 
To donate, visit BroadFutures’ page here: 

You can also donate via text:
Text “give” to 202-798-3261

Intern Spotlight – Cameron Jackson

Our November Intern Spotlight features Cameron Jackson , an alumni intern from our Summer 2019 Program! Cameron is currently a freshman at the University of the District of Colombia, where he is pursuing a major in psychology. 

This past summer, Cameron interned at CBRE, a real estate company at The Wharf, where he was recognized for his thoughtful and hardworking nature. At our recent Gala, Cameron presented our Champion Award to Wharf for their commitment to an inclusive workforce.

Looking back on his experience this summer, Cameron commented, “BroadFutures has taught me to improve my social skills and not let anyone discourage me from my purpose.“

We wish you the best of luck with the rest of your time at UDC, Cameron!
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October Newsletter (2019)

Posted on | by Caroline Brachman
PLEASE JOIN US in Lighting The Way.… 
Our Fall Gala  is only two weeks away!
Purchase your Tickets/Sponsorships TODAY…

Thank You to our Additional Sponsors…

Supporters
Ginger & John Andelin
Chevy Chase Trust
Paula & Todd Hansen
Bambi Kramer
Amy & Bob Vieth

Advocates
Rick Carlson
Lisa Grove
Michael Houston
Mimi & John Kneuer
Mary Richardson & Bill O’Neil
Nico Zavaleta

Capitol Partners
Jane & Michael Powell

Visionary Partners
Susan & John Colby
Leslie & Bruce 




The 2019-20 Catalogue for Philanthropy is OUT… and BroadFutures is in it!!!

Each year Catalogue for Philanthropy evaluates nonprofits on their distinction, merit, and impact in order to highlight the best local charities and their work. We are excited to announce that BroadFutures has been selected to be a part of the 2019-20 Nonprofit Class! 

Here is BroadFutures’ page on the Catalogue website. The same information can also be found on page 52 of the Catalogue.
WINTER 2020 APPLICATION DUE DATE 
HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO:
November 15, 2019

The deadline for Winter 2020 applications has been extended to November 15, 2019. We have some WONDERFUL internships lined up for winter.  If you are interested in applying, please do so  HERE .

If you are interested in becoming an employer partner, we are actively recruiting new employers. Please find  out more  HERE .
  
Intern Spotlight – Katherine Crater

Meet Katherine Crater, a graduate of our Summer 2019 Program! She is currently attending Montgomery College and majoring in graphic design. Her interests include Marvel, video editing, and animals. This summer Katherine interned at the Autistic Self-Advocacy Network (ASAN) where she proved to be an excellent graphic designer. Katherine did such a wonderful job that ASAN has asked her to continue working for them on a project basis, which she is doing while also attending classes. 

Looking back on her experience with BroadFutures, as well as her time now working with ASAN, Katherine commented, ” The experience at BroadFutures taught me things that I may not have already known before, or had known but expanded upon. The drama sessions were very entertaining and the trips were fun as well. I also enjoyed getting to know some new people.  I had a really enjoyable time working at ASAN as their graphic designer for their Annual Report. The fact that their theme for the Annual Report this year was a comic aesthetic made it more fun. Right now I’m editing their easy read toolkit icons, as well as making a couple other graphics. “

Congratulations, Katherine, on continuing your graphic design work at ASAN and your education!
Employer Spotlight – The Arc of Northern Virginia

This month we would like to shine the spotlight on The Arc of Northern Virginia, a new employer partner who started working with us this past summer. The Arc of Northern Virginia is a local chapter of the largest non-profit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc shares our mission of empowering individuals with disabilities. The Arc’s mission is to promote and protect the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and to help support inclusion in the community.

Larry Rockwell, Director of Communications & Community Relations, worked closely with our intern this past summer. Looking back on the experience, Larry had this to say, “As an organization that serves individuals with developmental disabilities, we are keenly aware of the skills, talents, and abilities that these young people possess, but are too often overlooked in the workplace. As fierce advocates for expanding opportunities for men and women with a disability to enjoy meaningful employment, we were thrilled to partner with BroadFutures to “walk the walk.”  We identified a set of skills and tasks that were needed, and BroadFutures matched us with a student intern who fit the bill perfectly. But in addition to those job skills, our intern also brought a greater sense of awareness of the needs, even to us. While we hope her job experience with The Arc of Northern Virginia was rewarding, we know that we, as an organization, are richer as a result of her being with us, and of our relationship with BroadFutures.“

Thank you for those kind words, Larry! More information about The Arc of Northern Virginia can be found here.
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September Newsletter (2019)

Posted on | by Caroline Brachman
Support BroadFutures by becoming a SPONSOR for our Lighting the Way FALL GALA!

Join us in celebrating 6 years of BroadFutures at our Fall Gala! 
By sponsoring the Gala, you can help us to continue our mission of changing lives for people with learning and related disabilities.


Information Session for 2020 Programs – October 9th

Staff Spotlight – Alexa Weidanz

This month we are excited to feature Alexa, our Senior Program Associate! Alexa has been an inspiring and critical addition to the BroadFutures team. In addition to providing overall support for the coordination and management of our programs, Alexa serves as a mentor to our interns.  

When reflecting upon her time with BroadFutures, Alexa had this to say:  Over these past two years at BroadFutures, I have acted as a mentor to over 30 young people in five different programs. Watching and participating in their growth has been so rewarding, and I am always thrilled to hear about the continued successes of our alumni. I also really enjoy being able to share ideas and strategies with other mentors and our team. BroadFutures’s ability to build community amongst interns, employer partners, and staff is one of the program’s greatest strengths!

We appreciate all the work you do! Thank you for passion and commitment to our mission Alexa!!!
Employer Spotlight – American Institutes for Research

Our Employer Spotlight for the month of September features American Institutes for Research (AIR)! AIR is  one of the world’s largest behavioral and social science research organizations, focused on using the best science available to help make the world a better place. AIR is proudly committed to fully integrating diversity and inclusion in their strategy, operations, and work environment. 

When speaking about the internship program AIR puts on each summer, Taliba Boone, Recruiting Project Associate, commented: “ One of the things about our internship program that stands out this year is our partnership with BroadFutures. This year we have Christian, and he’s working in our IT department, and I must say that he has been getting great reviews. Diversity and inclusion is important, because it shows in the work that we do. You need people from diverse backgrounds who have diverse thoughts. It just makes the work stronger and makes organizations as a whole stronger.”

We love how AIR makes diversity and inclusion a top priority. We are so grateful for our partnership! More information about AIR can be found here.
Intern Spotlight – Brad Veira

This month we are shining the intern spotlight on Brad Veira! Brad recently graduated from Kipp DC and this fall he started at the University of the District of Colombia where he wants to major in mechanical engineering. His favorite class this semester is trigonometry.

Brad was an amazing addition to our summer 2019 cohort. He worked very hard interning for Southwest Business Improvement District (SWBID). He enjoyed his internship and really liked the opportunity to be exposed to a variety of tasks, one of his favorite being using the power washer! Brad reflected on his time with BroadFutures, saying he learned ” how to open up more and be more attentive.”  We enjoyed getting to know you this summer, Brad, and we wish you the best of luck at UDC!
WINTER 2020 APPLICATION DUE DATE:
October 15, 2019

The deadline for Winter 2020 applications is October 15, 2019. If yo u are interested in applying,   please do so  HERE .

If you are interested in becoming an employer partner, we are actively recruiting new employers. Please find  out more  HERE .
  
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August Newsletter (2019)

Posted on | by Caroline Brachman
A Successful Conclusion to our 2019 Summer Cohort!


On August 9th, we celebrated the successful completion of our largest program to date, serving 36 interns and partnering with 33 employers.

We are grateful to all of our new and returning inspired employer partners who hosted our interns and provided them with invaluable experiences and critical support. We are also thankful to our parents, staff and donors for their partnership in ensuring a successful summer program. We appreciate those who took time out of their busy work days to come to our final intern presentations and employer recognition. We feel so fortunate to have this incredible community supporting us!
Support BroadFutures by becoming a SPONSOR for our Lighting the Way FALL GALA!

Join us in celebrating 6 years of BroadFutures at our Fall Gala! 
By sponsoring the Gala, you can help us to continue our mission of changing lives for people with learning and related disabilities.


Intern Spotlight – Jack Hostetler

Meet Jack Hostetler  – our featured August Intern Spotlight! A 19-year-old from Alexandria, Virginia, Jack enjoys cooking and learning about history. He plans to attend college in the spring and eventually become a classics or history professor.

Jack recently completed the BroadFutures summer 2019 program, and he was an incredible addition to our largest cohort yet. Willing to complete any assignment thrown his way, Jack proved to be a diligent, committed intern for The Cormac Group. His assignments included attending hearings on the Hill, including the Mueller Hearing, summarizing the hearings into a comprehensive report, and many other research tasks on a wide variety of topics, including cryptocurrency, healthcare, and education. When reflecting upon his experience with BroadFutures, Jack noted that the program helped him ” light the path I want to take to succeed in the future.”

It has been a pleasure working with you, Jack, and we can’t wait to see what you accomplish in the future!!
Employer Spotlight – NBC Sports Washington

This month we are thrilled to be featuring a new employer partner, NBC Sports Washington! NBC Sports Washington is an American sports network that broadcasts regional coverage of sporting events, primarily focusing on professional sports teams within the Baltimore and Washington, D.C. area. Launched in 1984, NBC Sports Washington is currently available on over 25 cable providers throughout Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. The channel also reaches well over 4.7 million households throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. 

This summer marks our first partnership with NBC Sports Washington, and we look forward to growing our partnership. When asked about their experience this summer, Kim Mosley, Senior Marketing Manager at NBC Sports Washington, said, ” We had a rewarding experience hosting Austin during our inaugural session. The BroadFutures mentors and facilitators provided resources and enrichment opportunities that set us up for success and helped Austin grow in his role and contribute to our marketing initiatives.“

Thank you for those kind words, Kim! More information about NBC Sports Washington can be found here.
Information Session for 2020 Programs – October 9th

WINTER 2020 APPLICATION DUE DATE:
October 15, 2019

The deadline for Winter 2020 applications is October 15, 2019. If yo u are interested in applying,   please do so  HERE .

If you are interested in becoming an employer partner, we are actively recruiting new employers. Please find  out more  HERE .
  
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July Newsletter (2019)

Posted on | by Caroline Brachman
Our Summer Program is in Full Swing!

Our Summer 2019 interns are more than halfway through the program, and they are all gaining invaluable professional skills and work experience.  They are working in  a diverse group of industries including policy, international affairs, disability, finance, energy, hotel and tourism, and many more. 

Every Friday our interns return to BroadFutures for discussions and activities around areas of success and growth including time management, career exploration, networking, maintaining a growth mindset, self-advocacy, good sleep habits, and more. We continue to integrate drama to reinforce our curriculum as well as yoga and mindfulness to introduce stress tolerance and reduction. Below are some of our interns completing a career skill scan activity.


Fun Events in July!

Boat Cruise on the Potomac
We recently welcomed current interns, alumni and staff for a fun filled, two-hour boat cruise down the Potomac. We enjoyed coming together on a beautiful night to connect, talk about internship experiences, and enjoy the fabulous views of DC from the water!


Games at the Wharf
We were recently hosted by Mark Dorigan, an alumni parent and President of PN Hoffman, one of the Wharf development partners, and his wife Amy Fredenburg, for an alumni event at the Wharf. We played corn hole, bocce, giant Jenga, and enjoyed each other’s company!  Thank you  Mark & Amy !!


Capitol Tour
On July 19th, Senator Chris Van Hollen’s office organized for us a tour of the Capitol. We enjoyed ourselves and learned some very interesting facts – did you know that the statue that sits atop the Capitol dome is called the Statue of Freedom and weighs 15,000 pounds?


Nationals Game
BroadFutures interns, mentors, family and friends all came out for a night of baseball on Friday, July 26th when the Nats played the L.A. Dodgers. Even though the Nats lost, it was still a fun game.  A big thank you to the Nationals for sponsoring our tickets and hosting us for a classic American Friday night.


Intern Spotlight – Karina Murcia

This month we are shining the spotlight on Karina Murcia! A 22-year-old from California, Karina enjoys hanging out with friends, playing sports and going to the gym. She currently attends Curry College where she is majoring in sociology. After graduation, Karina hopes to start work in a sociology-related field. When asked to expand upon this further, she mentioned she would love to work for a program similar to BroadFutures.

This summer Karina is interning at The InterContinental Washington DC – The Wharf  as a hostess. Karina says that her favorite part about the job includes “learning new skills in a field that I probably would have never come across until BroadFutures and then being able to apply those skills to a field I plan to work with in the future.” 

We are so happy you are gaining important transferable skills, Karina. We look forward to seeing what you do next!
Employer Spotlight – The  InterContinental

This month we are excited to have the opportunity to complement our intern feature and shine the spotlight on our corresponding employer –  The InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf, a luxury four-star hotel located right off the water and boasting multiple upscale dining restaurants, a rooftop pool, and a spa. InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is a Great Britain-based hospitality company with nearly 5,500 hotels spanning across 100 countries.

BroadFutures began a partnership with The InterContinental in the summer of 2018 as part of our partnership with The District Wharf. We currently have two interns at The InterContinental and they are both enjoying their experiences.

The InterContinental loves the enthusiasm of their BroadFutures interns, and the “breath of fresh air” they bring to the team. When asked about their experience thus far, Vanessa Peters, Director of Human Resources, said, “This being the second year that we have partnered with BroadFutures, it’s obvious they have a good understanding of our culture when selecting candidates for our location. We are very pleased with the manner in which BroadFutures prepares the interns to join our team.”

Thank you, Vanessa, for those kind words! We look forward to growing our collaborative partnership with you. More information about InterContinental can be found here.
WINTER 2020 APPLICATION DUE DATE:
October 15, 2019

The deadline for Winter 2020 applications is October 15, 2019. If yo u are interested in applying,   please do so  HERE .

If you are interested in becoming an employer partner, we are actively recruiting new employers. Please find  out more  HERE .
  
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June Newsletter (2019)

Posted on | by Caroline Brachman
A Great Start to our Summer Program!

Introducing our 11th cohort of interns! This is our largest group to date, with 36 talented young people participating in our program this summer. Our interns successfully completed their initial two weeks of training and have now officially started their internships. This is an incredible group of interns, with diverse talents, interests, and hopes for their futures. We look forward to being a part of their journey this summer as they gain professional and invaluable skills.


Moving In, Moving Up, Moving On

We are excited to welcome our new Program Associate, Carole Trevey, to BroadFutures.
Carole is committed to ensuring that individuals with learning disabilities experience equal opportunities in the workplace.  In addition to her overall responsibilities as a Program Associate, Carole will also serve as a mentor, and provide critical support for our marketing and fundraising activities. Carole has held several marketing and advertising internships, where she has worked on advertising campaigns, media plans, branding projects, website development, as well as social media. She recently graduated from the University of Virginia with a B.A. in Psychology and Media Studies. 

We are happy to report that   Alexa Weidanz,  who has proven an invaluable member of our BroadFutures team over the past two years, has been promoted to Senior Program Associate. We are thrilled and so very fortunate to have such a talented, committed and compassionate partner beginning her third year with us at BroadFutures. Congratulations Alexa and thanks for all of your hard work!

David Kalwicz  has also been recently promoted –  from Program Intern to Program Assistant. David worked as an intern with our Winter 2019 Program and is now serving as a mentor and Program Assistant for our Summer Program. David brings a fun and innovative spirit to the BroadFutures team. We are excited to have you back, David, and congratulations! 


Last but not least, we are thrilled to announce that Emily Sheffield , one of our former Program Associates, has accepted a new job at EAB. She will be working as a Member Development Associate for Higher Education. While we are sad to see her go and appreciate all she contributed to our mission, we are excited for her new opportunities!

Intern Spotlight – Jordan Shattuck

This month we are shining the spotlight on intern Jordan Shattuck ! Jordan is a 23-year-old from Philadelphia. He graduated from Clark University with a degree in Political Science in 2018.

Jordan participated in our Winter 2019 Program and interned with the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) where he proved himself to be an incredibly dedicated and successful intern. Jordan returns to BroadFutures this summer as an alumni intern. He will be interning at one of our new employer partners, The Office of Senator Chuck Schumer, and is very excited to expand his professional network within the political sphere.

Jordan had these reflective thoughts to say about his BroadFutures experience to date: “BroadFutures has allowed me to grow professionally in areas that I have, in the past, struggled with to some degree. It has allowed me to better utilize my skills in networking and workplace communication to become a more efficient worker.“

Thank you, Jordan, for all of your hard work so far. We are proud of your accomplishments and can’t wait to see what you will achieve next!
Introducing Two New Board Members

We are thrilled to welcome two n ew Board Members this month,  Rich Anderson  and Ellis Rosenberg.

Rich Anderson  is the proud parent of a BroadFutures alumnus and highly committed to giving back to the community and supporting the BroadFutures mission. Rich is a CPA and a tax and financial advisor, serving as the Principal and Owner of Richard W. Anderson, CPA, LLC since 2010. Before that time, Rich was a Partner at CohnReznick (formerly Reznick Group) as well as a Senior Manager with Arthur Andersen & Co in Chicago.  He is a member of The American Association of CPAs (AICPA) and Maryland Association of CPAs (MACPA). Rich has also served as a Board Member and Treasurer at The Family Tree, the largest non-profit in the State of Maryland, dedicated to the prevention of child abuse, as well as the President of Forest Hill Swim and Tennis Club in Ellicott City, Maryland.  He received a B.S. in Economics from the University of Illinois and his M.S. in Taxation from DePaul University.
 

Ellis Rosenberg is the proud parent of a child who is profoundly deaf and a cochlear implant user and a strong supporter for individuals with disabilities. He serves as a Member of the Board of Directors of the Caregiver Action Network and previously served on The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing’s Parent Section Advisory Council and The Consumer Representative on the Board of Governors for the American Academy of Audiology.  Ellis has spent his career in business development, marketing and sales.  He is currently the Head of Partnerships for Eargo, a direct to consumer hearing aid manufacturer and the Founder of the Democracy Consulting Group, which helps organizations develop and execute strategies for growth. Ellis developed a three-year enterprise strategy for SourceAmerica, one of the nation’s leading employment resources for people with disabilities. He also served as Vice President, Health Sales and Business Development at ADT, Senior Director, Strategic Accounts and Brand Alliances for AARP, where he established AARP’s first hearing program, and in various positions in marketing at Sprint. Ellis received a B.S. from The University of Maryland and his MBA in marketing from the Wharton School at The University of Pennsylvania.
WINTER 2020 APPLICATION DUE DATE:
October 15, 2019

Our deadline for our Summer 2019 Program has closed. 

Our deadline for Winter 2020 applications is October 15, 2019. If yo u are interested in applying,   please do so  HERE .

If you are interested in becoming an employer partner, we are actively recruiting new employers. Please find  out more  HERE .
  
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May Newsletter (2019)

Posted on | by Caroline Brachman
Summer at BroadFutures

We are excited to be welcoming our 11th cohort of interns in June – a group of  36 amazing young people with diverse talents and interests.  This is our largest cohort to date and we are eager to begin working with them and helping unlock their potential.


We have also formed partnerships with 9 new inspired employers who are excited to share our mission and host our interns.  Our new employers include Phoenix Hotel, NBC Sports, the Office of Senator Diane Feinstein, Arc of NOVA, AIR, Zenimax, Cormac Group, the Office of Senator Chuck Schumer, and the Office of Congressman David Trone.




Welcoming our new Program Director, Ashley Bray

We are thrilled to w elcome our new Program Director, Ashley Bray, to BroadFutures. Ashley is passionate about supporting advocacy efforts for individuals with disabilities by breaking down barriers in academia and employment to promote a path to self-determination and success. She has extensive experience and leadership in program development, specifically in expanding academic, economic, and workforce opportunities for diverse communities, including individuals with learning  disabilities. Ashley also has experience in the development and facilitation of trainings on disability awareness, inclusion, and  accommodations in both the classroom and the workplace.

Prior to joining BroadFutures, Ashley worked as a Disability and Learning Skills Advisor at Georgetown University, managing the Academic Resource Center for the School of Continuing Studies and overseeing the coordination and implementation of academic accommodations and support services. She also served as a Program Coordinator at The National Disability Institute, managing a national initiative providing individualized training and technical assistance in financial education, workforce development, disability customer services, and universal design. Ashley also worked as an Education & Employment Coordinator at Jubilee Housing, and as a Workforce Development Specialist at Linden Resources (presently Melwood). Ashley received her M.A. in Human Development and Secondary Special Education with a concentration in Vocational Evaluation from The George Washington University and her B.S. in Human Development from Virginia Tech.

We are thrilled to have Ashley bringing her talents, experience, and passion to our team here at BroadFutures!!!
Intern Spotlight- Sam Flood

This month we are shining the spotlight on Sam Flood! Sam is a 25-year-old New Jersey native who has spent the past 5 months living in DC as a BroadFutures intern. Sam is a recent graduate of Mitchell College where he earned a degree in Graphic Design. He joined the winter 2019 program in January and interned for the Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE). At APSE, Sam was responsible for creating email ad campaigns to be sent to all members, as well as various accounting functions. Sam also attended meetings on Capitol Hill to discuss the importance of Certified Professional Employment Specialists, along with the APSE team.

This month, Sam has returned to BroadFutures as an alumni intern and is interning with the Small Business Administration (SBA) in the General Counsel’s Office, where he is responsible for a broad array of administrative tasks, supporting the important work that the General Counsel’s office does.  Sam is really enjoying his internship and  looking forward to continuing to develop his professional skills as an alumni intern while also learning more about the work of the SBA.

In reflecting on his BroadFutures experience to date, Sam had this to say:  “My experience at BroadFutures has been great because I have learned to adapt to a work environment. My internship has been extraordinary. The Small Business Administration is a great place for any intern!”

Keep up the good work, Sam! We are excited to partner with you as watch your success.
Employer Spotlight- 
The Office of Senator Tammy Duckworth

This month we are excited to feature  The Office of Senator Tammy Duckworth, one of our new employer partners, joining us this past winter. Senator Duckworth was elected to the United States Senate, representing Illinois, in 2016 after serving two terms in the House as a Representative of Illinois’s Eighth Congressional District.  An Iraq War Veteran, Purple Heart recipient and former Assistant Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs, Senator Duckworth has been a staunch advocate for Veterans, and her Hill office has a strong commitment to hiring people with disabilities.

Being a highly competitive place to intern, we are thrilled to be partnering with the Senator. Our BroadFutures intern, Ryan, had an amazing experience this past winter. He was thrilled to gain experience on Capitol Hill and his efforts to work  diligently  and professionally did not go unnoticed as he was offered an extended internship!

More information about Senator Duckworth can be found  HERE .
We are Thrilled to Have Been Accepted to the Catalogue for Philanthropy

#OneoftheBest


We are deeply honored to have been accepted into the Catalogue for Philanthropy’s 2019-20 Class as  #OneoftheBest local nonprofits and join the other nonprofit partners in  The Catalogue that are working each day to make a difference, close to home.  Check it out here!

INFORMATION SESSION:
June 27, 2019 @ 9:30am
Coffee, Croissants and Program Overview
2013 H Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006

Please RSVP: cjeppsen@broadfutures-website.azurewebsites.net   
WINTER 2020 APPLICATION DUE DATE:
October 15, 2019

Our deadline for our Summer 2019 Program has closed. 

Our deadline for Winter 2020 applications is October 15, 2019. If yo u are interested in applying,   please do so  HERE .

If you are interested in becoming an employer partner, we are actively recruiting new employers. Please find  out more  HERE .
  
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April Newsletter (2019)

Posted on | by Emily Sheffield
Congratulations to our 10th Intern Cohort!


Earlier this month, we celebrated the graduation of our 10th cohort of  interns. Interns, employers, parents, and staff joined us for an afternoon of intern presentations on their BroadFutures experience and recognition of our amazing employers for their partnership and passionate commitment to the young people we serve. We are so proud of the growth and accomplishments of all of our interns and incredibly grateful to our employer partners.


GOOD LUCK to our talented interns! They are each leaving the BroadFutures program with added levels of self-confidence and workplace skills, as well as a clearer understanding of how to use their strengths in a professional environment while implementing strategies to improve upon any areas of challenge.
10th BroadFutures Intern Cohort
BroadFutures interns and employers

The number 10 provides us the occasion to be reflective and proud of our success to date, but most importantly we are grateful to our community for helping us reach this milestone. Thank you for all your support!! 

Night out at the Ballpark
To

close out our winter program, we were thrilled to be guests again this year at the Nationals Park to watch the Washington Nationals v. the San Francisco Giants! We were joined by BroadFutures interns, alumni interns, employers and families for a fun night at the ball park. A HUGE thanks to the Nationals for sponsoring our tickets and hosting us for a great bonding experience.
Grant with the District Wharf


BroadFutures has been awarded a grant from The District Wharf development partnership, The Hoffman-Madison Waterfront (HMW) and The D.C. Mayor’s Office in the amount of $100,000.  

Last summer BroadFutures entered into a partnership with The District Wharf, serving 10 young people through our summer internship program.  Our interns worked at District Wharf employers, InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf, Concord Hospitality Services, Colonial Parking, Entertainment Cruises, The Southwest Business Improvement District (SWBID), and CBRE.  It was a highly successful partnership for both our participants and for The Wharf employers.  The purpose of the grant is to build off of our past success and to allow for the expansion of our partnership, as well as to provide the necessary support for the types of opportunities we were able to make happen last summer for District youth.
Intern Spotlight- 
This month we are shining the spotlight on Jacob Ottinger! Jacob is a 21-year-old young man from Chevy Chase, MD. He is currently enrolled at Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, PA where he is studying political science. Jacob spent the winter as an intern at the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD). AAPD is a nonprofit organization that seeks to increase the political and economic power of people with disabilities.

As an intern, Jacob was responsible for many tasks including helping prepare for the AAPD gala, answering phone calls, attending meetings, and assisting with the REV UP Campaign which aims to increase the voter turnout among people with disabilities. His supervisors were so impressed with his positive attitude and hard work that he was offered an extended internship that will last through the summer. Congratulations, Jacob! And a big thank you to AAPD for being such a welcoming and inspired employer partner.
Reflecting on his internship experience, Jacob said,“The program’s strength is in its support and help for people with disabilities. It really does feel like an environment where someone can share openly and honestly about their struggles. The community aspect of BroadFutures is one that should be continued to be pushed and promoted.”
Good luck with the rest of your internship, Jacob!
Summer at BroadFutures

As we close out our winter program, we are already busy preparing for our upcoming Summer program! This incoming intern cohort is the largest we have ever served, and we are eager to meet the new young people that will be representing BroadFutures at their respective internship sites.
We are so happy to welcome back many of our employer partners for this summer and many new employer partners to the BroadFutures community.  We will be introducing our new employers in our next newsletter so stay tuned!!!

IMPORTANT DATES:

WINTER 2020 APPLICATION DUE DATE:
October 15, 2019
Our deadline for our Summer 2019 Program has closed. 

Our deadline for Winter 2020 applications is October 15, 2019. If you are interested in applying, please do so HERE.

If you are interested in becoming an employer partner, we are actively recruiting new employers. Please find out more HERE.

  
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March Newsletter (2019)

Posted on | by Emily Sheffield
Winter 2019 Program is Well Underway! 

Our Winter 2019 interns are just over halfway through the program, and they are all doing tremendously in their internships and are making steady progress towards building their professional skills. They have all been presented with incredible opportunities including developing and presenting their own research, helping out with annual galas, leading staff meetings, collaborating and training with different departments, and much, much more. 

Our interns have also been developing professionally through our Friday trainings, where we have been engaging in dynamic conversations about stamina and attention in the workplace, email etiquette, networking, self-advocating, feedback, and the importance of maintaining a growth mindset, among other topics.
Interns participating in a
small group discussion.
Interns participating in a career skill scan.

BroadFutures is growing- getting ready for an expanded Summer 2019 Program!! 

Our Summer 2019 Program will mark our 11th cohort of interns!! We have received an incredible response to our call for applications and will be expanding our program again, welcoming more interns and partnering with new and inspired employer partners in the DC metropolitan area. 

Stay tuned in to future newsletters to meet our summer cohorts and to learn more about our new employer partners! 
Employer Spotlight- APSE

APSE, the Association of People Supporting Employment First, is the only national, non-profit membership organization dedicated to Employment First, a vision that all people with disabilities have a right to competitive employment in an inclusive workforce. APSE was founded in 1988 with a mission to advance employment equity for people with disabilities.  

APSE is a new employer partner, presently hosting two of our interns. We are thrilled with our new partnership with APSE! Our interns are being provided  with incredible opportunities to engage in policy advocacy for people with disabilities and to capitalize on their college degrees in information technology and graphic design. 

APSE, having a mission and vision very closely aligned with BroadFutures’, appreciates the value that our interns have brought to their office. When asked about their experience thus far, Executive Director Jenny Stonemeier had this to say: “We are so thrilled to have Sam and Christian join the APSE team. Their enthusiasm and eagerness for working with us has been evident from the moment we met them; and the support that they get from the BroadFutures team is invaluable. We consider ourselves lucky to be a part of such a comprehensive and strengths-based approach to support young people in gaining professional experience.” 

Thank you for the kind words, Jenny! We look forward to an ongoing and successful partnership with you! Find out more about APSE here.
Intern Spotlight- Christian Souvenir
Christian (left) pictured with supervisor.
This month we are shining the spotlight on Christian Souvenir, an intern in our current program. Christian is a recent graduate of Lawrence Technological University in Michigan, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Information Technology. He is currently interning at APSE, our Employer Feature for the month.

While interning at APSE, Christian has had a variety of responsibilities for the team. Most of his work has involved working on the website’s maintenance by testing its accessibility and updating the content. In addition, Christian created graphic handouts on disability policy issues for meetings with Congressional offices and has been scheduling those meetings for the Director of Policy and Advocacy.
Reflecting on his time so far with BroadFutures, Christian shared: “BroadFutures has been helping me improve my verbal communication and social interactions, as well as preparing me for the workforce.” 

We are looking forward to seeing Christian’s continued progress during the remainder of his internship with APSE!! 

IMPORTANT DATES:

WINTER 2020 APPLICATION DUE DATE:
October 15, 2019
Our deadline for our Summer 2019 Program has closed. 

Our deadline for Winter 2020 applications is October 15, 2019. If you are interested in applying, please do so HERE.

If you are interested in becoming an employer partner, we are actively recruiting new employers. Please find out more HERE.

  
SPREAD THE WORD 

Know someone who would be interested in what BroadFutures does?
Know someone who might be interested in applying?
STAY CONNECTED!


Like us on Facebook, Follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay up to date on what we are doing here at BroadFutures.
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