Check Out UCM on the Local News!
Tuesday, June 6

UCM will appear on the morning news show, Good Morning Washington, on WJLA's NewsChannel 8 this Tuesday, June 6, at approximately 9:45 a.mThe in-studio segment will highlight the upcoming UCM Mount Vernon Spring Art-Fest, which will take place on Sunday, June 11, from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Sacramento Center. We’re excited that artist and Friend of UCM, Suzanne Parrish, will join UCM Executive Director, Alison DeCourcey, to represent UCM and discuss the event. Suzanne will also demo her artwork on air. Don’t worry if you miss the segment -- we'll post it on our website and social media channels. Thanks to the UCM Back Porch Thrift Store team for making this unique television opportunity happen!  


UCM hosts special events throughout the year to celebrate our community and foster the spirit of our mission. These events raise vital funds for the clients we serve every day.
Join The Friends of UCM as they host a partner night fundraiser at the Little Theatre of Alexandria. The American South comedic play, Red, White & Tuna, is just in time for the 4th of July ! Tickets are available online.  More...
To tie in with the southern theme of Red, White & Tuna at the Little Theatre, you can eat dinner to support UCM, too! From 4:00 - 8:00 p.m., dine in or carry out at your choice of these Alexandria restaurants. You don't have to go to the play to enjoy delicious food while supporting UCM:


Mention UCM, and a percentage of your meal will be donated to help neighbors in need!

Your online gift to UCM of $24 or more on Thursday, June 8, will ensure that youth and children in our educational programs will grow and thrive! Sponsored by United Way of the National Capital Area, Do More 24 is an online, region-wide 24 hours of visibility and philanthropy. More... 

Join us for this free outdoor community event at Sacramento Center. Browse and shop exhibitor booths and purchase artwork created by local artists. The Art-Fest will showcase an array of exemplary works, offering every visitor something to suit their style, including unique jewelry, painted pottery, framed fabric art, and crafts. More... 

Saturday & Sunday, June 17 - 18

Shop from a selection of beautiful artisan treasures from around the world at the store in the Mosaic District in Fairfax, or shop the store online all weekend long! Mention UCM so 10% of your purchase will be donated to help families in need. More... 

Monday, June 26

Join us for a competitive golf outing among foursomes at the Mount Vernon Country Club. Registration now open! Sponsorship opportunities available. More...

UCM will be the  be the beneficiary of freewill donations collected at the June 30 concert of the Serenade! Choral Festival, which is celebrating the 100th birthday of President John F. Kennedy and the Peace Corps, co-presented by Classical Movements and the Kennedy Center. More... 

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