National Children's Center (NCC)

Your Compassion Can Change Lives. This year, as part of the #CombinedFederalCampaign (CFC), we’re inviting you to join the National Children’s Center (NCC) in creating a brighter, more inclusive future. At NCC, we are more than a charity—we are a lifeline for children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families. Your gift provides stability, hope, and empowerment, ensuring that everyone we serve feels valued and supported. 💙 Why Give? Because every act of generosity helps a child learn, a family grow stronger, and a community become more inclusive. A gift as little as $5 per paycheck creates life-changing opportunities—education, job training, and vital resources that make independence possible. 📲 Make your impact today by donating at https://lnkd.in/ebAg5pZy and selecting NCC as your CFC charity. Together, we can create a world where every person knows they matter. 💖 Let’s build brighter futures, one act of kindness at a time. #GiveStability #SupportNCC #CFC #MakeADifference #DonateNow

🎉✨ A Huge Congratulations to Patricia Browne, 2024 ICON Honoree by The Daily Record! ✨🎉 On December 9th, we had the immense honor of celebrating Patricia Browne’s recognition as a 2024 ICON Honoree! This prestigious award highlights her incredible career accomplishments, visionary leadership, and lifelong dedication to serving her community. As a leader at the National Children’s Center (NCC), Patricia has transformed countless lives by championing inclusion and creating opportunities for individuals with differing abilities across the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Her unwavering commitment to service and mentorship continues to leave a lasting legacy. The ICON Honors recognized leaders aged 60+ who have not only excelled in their careers but have also made a profound impact on their communities through mentorship and service. Patricia is truly an inspiration to us all. We’re so proud to celebrate Patricia’s achievements and her enduring contributions to leadership, inclusion, and community impact! 💙 #LeadershipExcellence #ICONHonoree2024 #PatriciaBrowne #CommunityImpact #TheDailyRecordAwards #InclusiveLeadership #NCCPride #MarylandLeaders

✨ Thank you to everyone who made NCC’s 4th Annual Holiday in Candyland at the ELC an unforgettable celebration of joy and togetherness! 🎄🍬 On December 12, 2024, NCC transformed Ward 8 of Southeast DC into a magical Winter Wonderland, celebrating the #holiday season with our early learners, their families, and the community. This event reflects our commitment to creating a sensory-friendly environment where children can explore their imagination and enjoy the magic of the holidays. 🌟 Event Highlights The day included: 🎅 A delightful parade featuring Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus in a horse-drawn carriage provided by #CarriagesoftheCapital 🎭 Performances by the talented #PrincessMhoonDancInstitute and the Bard High School Early College DC (Bard DC) & Parent Singing Group 🎁 Age-appropriate gifts for children, festive crafts, games, and holiday-inspired activities 🎄 A live nativity scene brought to life by #BarCRanch 🚒 Leadership in the parade by Congress Heights Fire Engine #25 🚘 A showcase of dazzling cars from #MichaelSummers and the #TopflightCorvetteClub 🎤 CEO Terrance King featured on WUSA9 Advertising We’re thrilled that our President and CEO, Terrance King, was featured on WUSA9, sharing NCC’s mission and how events like Holiday in Candyland foster #inclusion, #communityimpact, and holiday #joy for families in Ward 8. 💙 Special Thanks A heartfelt thank-you to: ✔️ Marcella Robertson, award-winning journalist and WUSA9 anchor, for being our fabulous emcee. ✔️ Atmos Solutions, Inc., for their generous sponsorship, which made this event possible! ✔️ #BarCRanch for creating the live nativity scene and #CarriagesoftheCapital for providing the horse and carriage for Santa and Mrs. Claus. ✔️ All other participating parties for your hard work in making this day truly special. Together, we are creating a more inclusive and joyous community. Let’s keep the holiday spirit alive all year round! 💙 #HolidayInCandyland #NCCEvents #Ward8Community #SensoryFriendlyCelebration #InclusiveHolidayCelebration #WashingtonDCEvents

🤝 Driving Change: Navigating and Reimagining Child Care Systems On Monday, December 9, NCC proudly hosted a groundbreaking panel discussion, "Navigating and Reimagining Child Care Systems: Insights and Solutions from National and Local Experts," at our Early Learning and Intervention Center in Washington, DC. This engaging event focused on critical topics such as POLICY REFORM, FUNDING STRATEGIES, and OVERCOMING SYSTEMIC CHALLENGES in early childhood care and intervention. Featuring distinguished national and local leaders, the panel addressed pressing issues and explored innovative, community-driven solutions to create sustainable support systems for families and children. A heartfelt thank-you to our exceptional panelists: 🎤 Cynthia Davis DC Family Child Care Association 🎤 #Susan P Manning, Child Care Aware of America 🎤 #SyritaRobinson, United Planning Organization 🎤 Royace Hagler, United Planning Organization 🎤 Yasmin Shaffi, National Children’s Center Special thanks to the Bainum Family Foundation for partnering with us and supporting this meaningful conversation. Their long-standing commitment to transformative solutions continues to inspire progress toward equity for all children and families. Let’s keep the momentum going as we build a brighter, more inclusive future together. 💙 Learn more about the Bainum Family Foundation here: https://bainumfdn.org/ #EquityInAction #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ChildCareReform #PolicyInnovation #SocialImpact #FamilySupport #SystemsChange

At the National Children’s Center (NCC), Human Rights are at the core of our mission. We’re committed to championing the dignity and potential of every individual, especially those with developmental disabilities. Our goal is to create opportunities where everyone can Live, Grow, Work, and Thrive. Join us in fostering an inclusive community. Follow us to be part of the movement for equality and inclusion. #HumanRights #InclusionMatters #EqualOpportunity #BreakingBarriers #NCCCommunity #LiveGrowWorkThrive #SupportAllAbilities

Yesterday, NCC proudly celebrated Darrell Taylor for his incredible achievement in receiving the Direct Support Professional Recognition Award! Darrell’s unwavering dedication is a testament to the transformative role direct support professionals play in creating inclusive and equitable communities. We also commemorated International Day of Persons with Disabilities by wearing purple, standing in solidarity with individuals with disabilities worldwide. This special day was a heartfelt reminder of the strength, talents, and contributions that individuals with disabilities bring to our world. Together, we celebrated unity, pride, and the power of inclusion! A huge shoutout to Denize Stanton-Williams for being a guiding light in our mission. Your leadership inspires us to break barriers and advocate fiercely for a more inclusive future. Thank you for all you do! We want to hear from YOU! Share a story about someone with a disability who inspires you or tag us in a photo of you wearing purple. Let’s amplify the conversation and keep celebrating inclusion, empowerment, and progress. #DisabilityInclusion #InclusiveWorkplace #DirectSupportProfessional #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities #DiversityAndInclusion #AbilitiesOverDisabilities #BreakingBarriers #EquityInAction #InclusionMatters #LeadershipInclusion #SupportNCC #AdvocacyForAll #EmpowermentThroughInclusion #CelebratingDiversity #InclusionForAll

Today, on Giving Tuesday and the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we honor the remarkable strength, resilience, and talents of individuals with disabilities around the world. At NCC, we are dedicated to reshaping the narrative—moving beyond limitations to celebrate each person's unique contributions. 💙 This Giving Tuesday, your donation directly empowers individuals with disabilities, creating opportunities for inclusion, growth, and equity. Your support helps us build a brighter future where everyone can thrive. 👉 Donate now: https://lnkd.in/evvKDrGD Let’s work together to break barriers, build inclusive communities, and amplify the voices of those with disabilities. 💜 Wear purple today and tag @NCC_Inc to show your support for inclusion! #WorldDisabilityDay #GivingTuesday #DisabilityInclusion #AbilitiesOverDisabilities #SupportNCC #MakeADifference #InclusionForAll #Empowerment #GlobalInclusion #HopeForAll #DonateToday #AbilityNotDisability #TogetherWeCan #Unitednations #InternationalDisabilityAlliance

On this #WorldAIDSDay, we stand united to raise awareness and fight HIV/AIDS. Prevention, early detection, and education are the keys to ending this global battle. Together, we can break the stigma, spread knowledge, and empower communities around the world. Share this post and follow us to join the movement! Let’s create a future without HIV/AIDS. #WorldAIDSDay #HIVAwareness #EndAIDS #AIDSAwareness #StopHIV #BreakTheStigma #GlobalHealth #ZeroDiscrimination #TogetherForHealth #ActNow #MakeADifference #HealthEducation #GlobalImpact #SocialGoo

Today is Native American Heritage Day, and we’re taking a moment to honor the vibrant cultures, histories, and contributions of Indigenous communities. Let’s uplift Native voices, appreciate the traditions that have shaped our world, and work together for a future of respect and inclusion. How are you celebrating? Share your thoughts below! #NativeAmericanHeritage #IndigenousCulture #CulturalAwareness #CelebrateDiversity #TogetherWeThrive #InclusionMatters #CommunitySupport