The 2nd Annual American Dream Award Awardees

Congratulations to this year’s recipients of the Annual Manna American Dream Awards (the AMDEEs)! The following recipients were honored by Manna for their commitment, dedication, and work in the affordable housing community in Washington, DC:

Councilmember Marion Barry, Jr., Council of the District of Columbia;

Maudine R. Cooper, Greater Washington Urban League;

Chris Smith, William C. Smith & Co.;

Blake Biles, Arnold & Porter;

Stanley Jackson Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (retired).

Click here to view the complete profiles of the 16th Annual Friends of Manna AMDEE Awardees.

16th Annual Friends of Manna Silent Auction and Reception

On October 13, 2011, Manna celebrated the 16^th Annual Friends of Manna Silent Auction and Reception at the Carnegie Institution. The Manna American Dream Award presentation was the highlight of the evening’s events; this is  the second year Manna has awarded individuals who have significantly contributed to the affordable housing community. This year’s silent auction items also added an exciting element to the evening. Guests were able to bid on terrific items such as two round trip JetBlue tickets, Moët Hennessy Gift Sets, tours of the National Zoo, DC Aquarium, and local vineyards. The evening concluded with a presentation from Wells Fargo of a $20,000 check to Manna in support of the work Manna does in the affordable housing community in Washington, DC.

Manna would like to give a special thanks to Mike Golden, Regional President of Greater Washington DC Wells Fargo, who served as the Honorary Chair, the auction committee, event volunteers, Manna staff and all of the guests for making this Friends of Manna event successful.

Check out Manna’s Facebook page to view photos of this year’s Friends of Manna Silent Auction and Reception.

Support Manna through RECOUP!

Several months ago, we asked for your help to make Manna the featured organization on Deals for Deeds, an online deal site where a portion of the sale goes to a selected non-profit.  Thanks to you, Manna was able to raise over $600 to help support Manna Mortgage's mortgage counseling efforts.

Now, Deals for Deeds has merged with RECOUP.  RECOUP has a similar business model to Deals for Deeds, except that you can select the cause you would like to donate to with each purchase.

Simply go http://www.recoup.com/org/manna and start shopping!

Manna Forms New Partnership with John Marshall Bank

Manna President & CEO, George Rothman with
John Marshall Bank Regional President, Ed Harrington

Without good partners, Manna would not be where it is today.  Manna is excited to embark on a new partnership with John Marshall Bank.  The Bank is providing construction financing for Manna's 7th Street NE single family property.  This market rate unit in one of the city's most popular neighborhoods will help provide funds to support Manna's affordable homeownership properties and programs.  Additionally, the bank has provided Manna with a grant of $2,500 to support Manna's programs.


“John Marshall Bank is very focused on making a positive difference in our local community." says Regional President Ed Harrington, "We are delighted to assist the good works of Manna and other local charitable groups during these economically challenging times.”

Formed in 2006, John Marshall Bank is the area's newest community bank with locations in the District, Maryland and Virginia.  You can visit them online at http://www.johnmarshallbank.com/

Manna Welcomes New Board Members

This September, Manna welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors: Nathan Smith, Robert Cooke, and Eugene Griffin . The new members were chosen to be a part of the Board of Directors because of their strong commitment to Manna and passion for the work that we do.

Nathan Smith, a member of Manna’s Homebuyers Club and Housing Advocacy Team.

Robert Cooke, a new homeowner at the Willowbrook Condominium, and graduate of Manna's Homebuyers Club.

Eugene Griffin, a returning board member, is a homeowner at the Oakdale Condominium and graduate of Manna's Homebuyers Club.

View the complete list of Manna’s Board of Directors by clicking here.