Every journey begins with a first step.
And for thousands of DC SCORES poet-athletes, that step happens on a soccer field, in a classroom, or with a microphone in hand as part of a team that they will grow with. We’re asking our community to take that first step with them. Together, we aim to raise $30,000 on Giving Tuesday and $100,000 by the end of the year to ensure more kids across DC have a safe place to play, a team that believes in them, and a voice that’s heard.
Are you ready to take the first step with them?
“Deep In Our Hearts”: Alumni Siblings Reflect on How DC SCORES Transformed Their Lives
Your support helps Poet-Athletes:
- Step into confidence as they perform their first poem on stage.
- Step into friendship as they learn to pass, cheer, and lead as a team.
- Step into community as they serve their neighborhoods with pride.
-Step into power as they realize their voices matter.
Take that step with them. Donate today, and share with your community!

