Christmas in July: A Day of Joy, Giving & Community
We’re proud to partner with the City of Alexandria, VA, for our inaugural Christmas in July community event. This collaboration allows us to bring our mission to life in a space rooted in education, family, and service. Hosted at the Charles Houston Rec Center, the event will be family-friendly and open to the entire community — a joyful, welcoming day where people of all ages can come together to enjoy hot meals, wellness activities, and uplifting experiences.
Here’s what you can expect:
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Live DJ keeping the vibes high with feel-good tunes -
Face painting for the kids (and adults who love a little sparkle) 
Wellness Corner hosted by Dr. Ailena Mayo, DNP — stop by for helpful health tips, blood pressure checks, and good-for-the-soul conversations
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Electric skateboard demos — come watch (or try!) the latest in fun-on-wheels -
Free hot meals served with love from Chef Bren and other local restaurants, including The Park at 15th! -
Pizza, wings, and other delectables for purchase and offered to the wider community, with 100% of the proceeds supporting the Foundation’s mission -
Exciting raffles throughout the day — a chance to win something fun while giving back!
This is our time to give, gather, and grow together — and to introduce new faces to the work we do all year long. Whether you’re stopping by for lunch, bringing the kids to play, or dancing in the street, your presence helps us uplift and serve more families in need.
Date: July 26, 2025
Location:
Time: 10AM-1PM
Come for the food. Stay for the fun. Leave with purpose.
Let’s make Christmas in July a tradition to remember.
A special thank you to our supporting community businesses + partners who helped
make this possible!
