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The announcement precedes the upcoming "National Celebration of Joy," a gala event scheduled to take place this November at Washington, D.C.’s historic Howard Theatre. The gala was established by CDF to shine a light on extraordinary changemakers and youth advocates, while simultaneously celebrating the powerful partnerships that drive the organization’s ongoing mission. Beyond honoring individual…

The upcoming event, scheduled to take place at Washington, D.C.’s historic Howard Theatre, will also feature the presentation of CDF’s Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award. This distinguished accolade is bestowed upon individuals and institutions that champion supportive policies, build community power, and strengthen programs designed to improve the lives of children and youth.…

The high-profile event, scheduled to take place at Washington, D.C.’s historic Howard Theatre, will serve as a gathering space for national leaders, philanthropists, community organizers, and youth advocates. A central highlight of the evening will be the presentation of CDF’s Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award, an esteemed accolade recognizing individuals and institutions that…

The award presentation will take place this coming November at the historic Howard Theatre in Washington, D.C., during the Children’s Defense Fund’s signature gala event, A National Celebration of Joy. The national gathering was established to honor extraordinary changemakers, elevate youth advocates, and celebrate the powerful, collaborative partnerships that drive the organization’s ongoing mission on…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The national advocacy organization Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) has announced that it will honor Casey Family Programs with its prestigious Marian Wright Edelman Advocate for Joy Award during an upcoming national gala in the nation’s capital. The award recognizes the Seattle-based organization’s enduring dedication, groundbreaking policies, and impactful programs designed to improve…

The announcement was formally made by the national advocacy organization as preparations accelerate for "A National Celebration of Joy," a highly anticipated gala scheduled to take place at Washington, D.C.’s historic Howard Theatre. The gala was established specifically to shine a spotlight on national changemakers, dedicated youth advocates, and the powerful coalitions that drive the…