For Love of Children

We’re often asked, “How do you recruit your volunteers?”

The answer is simple: We don’t do it alone.

Partnerships make our mission possible, and organizations like play a major role in connecting FLOC with dedicated volunteers who help our students learn, grow, and thrive.

To our friends at congratulations on recruiting 467 volunteers for the month of May and thank you for believing in our work and helping us build brighter futures, one volunteer at a time.

Did you miss our April Happy Hour? No worries….we saved you a seat! 🥂✨

REGISTER at the link in the comment section! 🎟️

Join us on Tuesday, June 9th from 6–8 PM for our FREE Sip & Connect Happy Hour! Come unwind, make new connections, celebrate our graduates, and enjoy light refreshments and wine in a relaxed rooftop atmosphere.

Bring a friend and come sip, chat, and connect with us! 🍷💬 Scroll to see the pics from our last happy hour.

📚✨ Help Us Build Young Readers One Book at a Time! ✨📚

FLOC’s End-of-the-Year Book Drive is here! From Monday, May 11th through Thursday, May 21st, we’re collecting new and gently used books to help youth build personal libraries and strengthen their love for reading. ❤️📖
🕘 Drop off donations Monday–Thursday between 9AM–6PM
🌐 Can’t make it in? Donate online through FLOC’s website!
Every book donated opens the door to imagination, learning, and opportunity. Let’s empower our youth together! 💙

Legacy isn’t just remembered…. It’s lived.

We were honored to celebrate the reopening of Ben’s Chili Bowl, a place rooted in culture, resilience, and community.

Founded by Ben & Virginia Ali, this iconic establishment continues to stand as a symbol of what leadership and vision can build.

While Ben’s legacy lives on, we also celebrate Virginia Ali, a true trailblazer and recipient of the FLOC Torchbearer Award for Leadership Development. 🔥

FLOC’s Executive Director and Deputy Director were proud to be present for this moment.

This wasn’t just a reopening.
It was a reminder of what it means to build something that lasts.

Tag someone who is building a legacy 💭👇

Helping teens find their path, their voice, and their confidence 💫

At FLOC, we’re not just supporting academics—we’re showing up for our teens in every way that matters. The high school years can be overwhelming, but with the right guidance, community, and opportunities, our teens don’t just get through it… they grow through it.

This is your reminder: our teens need support, safe spaces, and people who believe in them. And that’s exactly what we’re building here every day. 🤍

Know a teen who could benefit? Send them our way.

Join us for an evening of connection, conversation, and community 🤝

FLOC (For Love of Children) invites you to our Wine & Cheese Rooftop Happy Hour, hosted by our Board of Directors. This special gathering is an opportunity to connect with supporters, advocates, and community members who are passionate about uplifting youth.

📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
⏰ 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 FLOC Headquarters – Washington, DC

This is a 21+ adults-only event, as wine will be served.

We would love to see you there as we build meaningful relationships and continue advancing our mission together.

👉 RSVP link is in the comments below.

💻✨ Learning, connection, and community—all in one room.
At FLOC, we believe education is a family effort, and moments like this remind us why.

We’re so grateful for our parents and families who continue to show up, stay involved, and serve as true FLOC ambassadors—spreading the word, building trust, and entrusting us with their most important gift: their children.

Seeing moms engaged alongside our students as they learn, grow, and explore is what community-centered education is all about. 💛

Thank you for your continued partnership, belief, and support. We don’t do this work alone—we do it together.