Ward 4 Mutual Aid is a group of Washington, DC neighbors helping neighbors.
Ward 4 Neighbors Helping Neighbors (W4MA) is organized for the purposes of being a grassroots network whose mission is to provide support based on the principles of solidarity, mutual aid, and autonomous direct action. By working with, listening to, and supporting impacted communities, especially their most vulnerable members, to lead their own recovery, we build long-term, sustainable and resilient communities.
We organize monthly grocery and diaper distributions, weekly outreach with meals and supplies for unhoused neighbors, and direct cash assistance operating on a first-come, no-questions-asked basis that centers dignity and trust. The work is funded primarily by small donations from neighbors and local community partners, allowing us to return nearly 100% of funds directly back to the community.
W4MA is powered by volunteers and community support—neighbors helping neighbors through time, resources, and collective care. Whether you volunteer, donate, or spread the word, there are many ways to be part of the work.
The W4MA Holiday Gift Match supports 300 families over the holidays each year, and we need your help. Sign up to be matched directly with a family to provide gifts, or donate to a fund that will be distributed directly to families.
Make the holiday magic happen:
Need support for your family? Applications are open November 15-17. Email for information about applying.
Want to learn more? Get more information about the program, or email us.
We provide food, diapers, and supplies to neighbors in Ward 4 — no questions asked, no strings attached.
We are only open one Saturday per month!
On the following dates, please find us at Brightwood Park United Methodist Church at 744 Jefferson St NW. We will offer gift cards, diapers, and other items as available to the first 100 families in Ward 4:
We also offer a limited number of home deliveries on these same Saturdays for Ward 4 neighbors who cannot physically come to the church for pickup. Home deliveries usually include a fresh produce box, chicken, a gift card and diapers (if requested). To request a delivery, please call or text the Ward 4 Mutual Aid helpline, 202-681-3098 on the FIRST of the month (even if it falls on a weekend or holiday). The delivery schedule opens at 9 AM and fills up quickly.
No registration or other requirements.
Do you need additional food? You can now get food from Bread for the City by picking it up at 1525 7th St NW. Food bags are available Monday-Thursday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, and 1:00pm to 3:00pm. The number of bags you can receive is based on the size of your family. Bring DC ID or proof of residency. Learn more at breadforthecity.org/food.
Do you need pet food? Visit the pet pantry at humanerescuealliance.org/petpantry.
Questions for Ward 4 Mutual Aid? Please call or text our volunteer team on the Ward 4 Mutual Aid Hotline at 202-681-3098.
We are 100% volunteer-run. New volunteers are warmly welcome! If you can field phone calls, manage and pack supplies, make deliveries, or enhance relationships in the community, we want you to be part of Ward 4 Mutual Aid.
Donate
We help anyone, no questions asked. To make that possible we depend on donations from neighbors like you. Donate today to support this work. In particular, monthly donations – no matter their size — help us resource our work predictably and are especially meaningful.
“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”
Arthur Ashe