In Washington’s Anacostia neighborhood the high school graduation rate is only 50%, while rates for poverty, crime, and teen pregnancy are the highest in the city. WSG is committed to meeting the community's needs – and to transforming the lives of girls in its care. The approach is holistic and personal, with a year-round academic program, small class sizes, after-school tutoring, high-quality enrichment activities, and extra support and counseling for students who are struggling, whether personally, financially, or academically. The Graduate Support Program guides students as they transition to high school, college, and beyond. The only tuition-free, independent, private Catholic school for elementary and middle school girls (92% are non-Catholic) in DC, WSG’s students have a 99% graduation rate and an 80% post-secondary and college enrollment rate. This exceptional school makes a world of difference in young women’s lives.

Headquarters: DC-Ward 8

Where They Operate: DC-Ward 7; DC-Ward 8; Anacostia; Shipley Terrace

Age Groups Served: Youth (5-11); Pre-teen/teen (12-17)

Ethnic Groups Served: African American

Population(s) Served: Low- to Moderate-Income Community Members; Women/Girls; Students

Awards & Recognition

In addition to being selected to be part of the Catalogue for Philanthropy multiple times, WSG has recently been given the following awards:

2012- Received Accreditation from the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

2009 - Fight For Children's Quality Schools Initiative Award

2009 - Washington Area Women's Foundation Leadership Award

Press

  • "No Excuses"
    Tue Dec 1 2009, Washingtonian Magazine  
    Sister Mary is proving that almost every girl can achieve if given a chance and pushed.
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  • Turnaround Starts With Students
    Sun May 25 2008, The Washington Post  
    Sister Mary and the faculty at Washington Middle insist that their girls perform at a high level...
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Budget (FY2014)

  • $3 million or higher
  • The current budget for Washington School for Girls is: $1 million to $3 million
  • $500k to $1 million
  • Less than $500k

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About the Catalogue for Philanthropy

Each year 120 expert reviewers evaluate applicants for distinction, merit, and impact. Each featured charity has been successfully site visited and its financials given the thumbs up. The Catalogue for Philanthropy charges no fees and raises funds separately to support its work. Since 2003, it has raised over $40 million for charities across the Greater Washington region.

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