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Who We Are
Collaborative Solutions for Communities (CSC) is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit organization committed to helping families and neighborhoods realize a brighter future through the provision of family support services, affordable housing, violence intervention, youth engagement and workforce development programs. We enable and empower the transformation of urban environments so people can flourish and thrive.
Our Mission
To be the leading solution-focused resource in building strong, sustainable families and communities through family support services, innovative training, community capacity building, economic development and social enterprise.


Our Vision
Collaborating with youth, families and organizations for solutions that transform communities.
Meet Our Board of Directors
Our Mission
Joshua Downer - Chair
Brenda Ortiz - Vice Chair
Penelope Griffith, LCSW-C, LICSW - Executive Director
Estevan Rivas, MD - Member
Charmaine Weatherly - Member
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