OUR SERVICES

WE SUPPORT

We help improve 21st century literacy among children and adults in the metropolitan DC area through innovative programs, scholarship opportunities, and public private partnerships

WE EDUCATE

We’re positively impacting lives and the communities we serve, through internships, mentoring and professional training to children and adults via educational and literacy programs

WE RALLY

We help spur collaboration by enlisting like-minded partners within government, the private sector, and non-profits, who provide resources to help our children and adults succeed

WE CARE

Our foundation began with a vision to improve literacy for every child and adult no matter who they are or where they live. We harbor love, hope, promise, and inspiration to those we serve.
   

empowering communities throughout the region

“Our foundation began with a vision to improve literacy for every child and adult no matter where they live”

Washington Informer Charities was founded by Dr. Calvin Rolark, Sr.

“ Dr. Calvin Rolark was a teacher and an inspiration to all of us who tried to work for a progressive community and city. He got things accomplished that to others seemed impossible. His dogged determination to see that right is done and justice prevailed carried the day on many issues, and brought along others to try and follow in his footsteps. He and Wilhelmina were truly a dynamic duo.”
JACK OLENDER

Attorney At Law

The Wilhelmina J. Rolark Scholarship

Established to aid high school seniors who have demonstrated a passion in community service and social advocacy.

The Calvin W. Rolark Scholarship

Established to aid high school seniors who have demonstrated a desire to pursue a career in communications, journalism, broadcast media or media technology.

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2023 African American Heritage Tour – June 24, 2023
2023 African American Heritage Tour – June 24, 2023

Each year The Washington Informer and Washington Informer Charities plan and host an event related to the Arts and Culture of the African American Community out in the community that is a day of interaction and remembrance of the African American heritage.  This year,...

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2023 DC Annual Spelling Bee {Video}
2023 DC Annual Spelling Bee {Video}

PURPOSE Scripps, a diversified multi-media company, established the National Spelling Bee to help students improve their spelling, increase their vocabulary, learn concepts, and develop correct English that will help them all their lives. Spellers experience the...

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2023 Prince George’s County Annual Spelling Bee {Video}
2023 Prince George’s County Annual Spelling Bee {Video}

Washington Informer Hosts Competitive 2023 County Spelling Bee PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTYBy Richard D. ElliottWI Contributing Reporter With a crowd of more than 300 family members, teachers and special supporters, 25 students competed for the title of winner at the 2023...

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28 Days / 28 Ways Black Literacy Matters
28 Days / 28 Ways Black Literacy Matters

STATESMAN FREDERICK DOUGLASS WROTE THAT “KNOWLEDGE MAKES A MAN UNFIT TO BE A SLAVE.” THE WASHINGTON INFORMER CHARITIES BELIEVES LITERACY REMAINS THE CORNERSTONE OF KNOWLEDGE, AS WELL AS A PASSPORT TO GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP. BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2021 KICKS OFF OUR YEAR-LONG...

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COMMUNITY FEEDBACK
What a fruitful partnership we’ve enjoyed with Washington Informer Charities. Having fun, giving back and supporting the community is what it should always be about.

Maureece W.
DC Business Owner

We had such a great time being a part of the MLK Peace Walk and Parade. Good times and looking forward to next year!

Eddie S.
Virginia Resident

Thanks for your commitment to making a difference in the lives of youth. I’ve seen first-hand the positive effect your programs have on the youth who participate

Diane F.
DC Resident

WIC is a great organization and we’re happy to support their work. Literacy is a key component of communication that cannot be undervalued

Michelle M.
DC Parent and Resident