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.
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.
Spelling Bee History
LATEST UPDATES
Register Today: 8th Annual African American Heritage Tour
Tickets: Adults $25 / Youth (16 & under) $15 Buy Tickets The Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Tour includes permanent exhibits, a film, a museum store, an information desk, and a research library, and it serves as the park's primary visitor destination. "I...
Meet the Winners of Washington Informer’s D.C. Spelling Bee
The Washington Informer and Washington Informer Charities Congratulate our 36th Annual Washington Informer Spelling Bee Winner! Simon Kirschenbaum Deal Middle School, 7th Grade First Place
5th Grader Wins 2018 Prince George’s County Spelling Bee
Kayden Wilkins, a 5th-grader at Melwood Elementary School in Upper Marlboro, is the winner of the 2018 Prince George’s County Spelling Bee held at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center on the University of Maryland's College Park campus on March 16. He will...
Prince George’s Annual Spelling Bee Is Coming March 16
Students, parents, family and friends are invited to attend the Annual Prince George's Spelling Bee sponsored by The Washington Informer and Washington Informer Charities at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center on Friday, March 16 at 6PM. The event is FREE and...
WIC Sponsors MLK Holiday DC Peace Walk and Parade
We're proud to partner with the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday DC Peace Walk and Parade Committee and to sponsor the Annual MLK Holiday DC Parade on Monday, January 15, 2018. ! Washington Informer Charities has participated and supported this event for over 20...
Gearing up for our Annual City-Wide Spelling Bee
We are excited to announce the planning phase of the 2017 Washington Informer City-Wide Spelling Bee. Interested in being a sponsor or know a child interested in participating? Be sure to contact us ASAP at via the contact form for more information.
In February: The African American Heritage Tour
Washington Informer Charities' annual African-American Heritage Tour is fast approaching. The day-long event includes a tour highlighting the region's rich African American history. The day-long trip also features performances by local artists and information...
New Website in the Works for WIC
Washington Informer Charities will be getting a digital facelift! A new website is in the works for the charity, which serves as a central communication hub for regular updates on the organization's initiatives and activities. Otim Williams PR has been tapped for the...
WAYS TO GIVE BACK
DONATE TODAY
DONATE TODAY: Click below and make a tax-deductible donation to support the work of Washington Informer Charities. Any amount helps.
BECOME A SPONSOR
Support education, empowerment and inclusion by sponsoring one of our annual events. Click on the link below to access our contact form.
VOLUNTEER
Partner with Washington Informer Charities through offering your services, products, or time to make a difference in someone’s life.
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