●
Bonding social infrstructure 

We create equitable opportunities for social mobility through connecting DC residents to workforce development, community, and wellness resources.

Subscribe for Latest Updates ▸

Skill-building, and wellness happen side by side across generations, creating systemic change.

202 COMMONS builds social infrastructure shaped by DC residents. We advance intergenerational growth by equipping youth and adults to lead civic, cultural, and developmental change together.

We need your insight to drive the purpose of 202 COMMONS. Fill out our survey to have your voice heard. Together, we can build our envisioned future of DC.

Start Survey ▸

What we stand for

◖ Community Activations ◗

Upcoming Events

We design and coordinate programs that produce tangible results, measured in job placements, business growth, skills acquired, and stronger community networks. Our ethos is grounded in action. We invest in spaces that reflect local voices, advance wellness, demonstrating the power of systems designed by the people they serve.

Why does 202 COMMONS benefit you?

We want to hear from the residents of DC. Our mission is driven by community insights in order to represent and advocate for DC locals. Have your voice heard and fill out the form below.

Fill Out Our Survey

◖ FAQs ◗

You’ve got questions,
we’ve got answers

  • 202 Commons is a community-driven non-profit based in Washington, DC. We provide resources, opportunities, and cultural programming that help residents grow, lead, and thrive holistically.

  • “202” represents DC’s area code, and “Commons” reflects shared spaces, resources, and traditions that belong to and are shaped by the community.

  • Unlike traditional top-down development, our work is designed, led, and sustained by the very communities we serve. We focus on building long-term capacity, preserving cultural connections, and modeling new approaches to social infrastructure.

  • We focus on resources that respond to community needs, such as:

    • Affordable housing support and referrals

    • Workforce training and entrepreneurship support

    • Wellness, childcare, and family services

    • Digital access and skill-building

    • Arts, culture, and community programming

  • While we are rooted in DC, our programs prioritize underrepresented communities—especially those in historically underserved wards.

  • All programs are shaped by community surveys, listening sessions, and resident-led advisory groups to ensure resources directly reflect local needs.

  • Residents can participate in events, join advisory groups, volunteer, or even co-lead cultural and educational workshops.

  • No—our core services and most programs are free or low-cost thanks to donations, grants, and community partnerships.

  • We offer mentorship opportunities, youth-led projects, safe spaces for learning and creativity, and pathways for leadership development.

  • We are supported by a mix of grants, donations, and partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and cultural institutions.

  • Yes—we welcome collaboration with mission-aligned partners who want to co-create resources, events, or opportunities that benefit DC residents.

  • You can donate, volunteer your time or skills, share resources, or sponsor specific programs/events.

  • To become a national model for innovative social infrastructure—showing what’s possible when development is shaped and led by the communities it serves.

  • We measure success through community feedback, participation levels, and the long-term capacity residents gain—from new skills to leadership roles to cultural preservation.