Have a question, idea, or need support? WCCD Office Hours are an informal opportunity to connect with the WCCD team, ask questions, receive guidance, and learn more about upcoming programs, membership benefits, volunteer opportunities, and ways to get involved.

Office Hours are held Tuesday through Thursday from 12:00–1:00 PM ET. Whether you're a new member looking to get connected or a longtime member seeking support, we're here to help.

To reserve a time, please schedule a 1:1 slot here (available through December 31):

https://doodle.com/bp/tabithaatkins/wccd-office-hours

We look forward to connecting with you!

Crowns in the Garden: WCCD's Annual Sustaining Member Brunch

Saturday, September 19

This year's annual Sustaining Member Brunch celebrates our 2026 theme, Supported Women, Strong Communities.

Crowns in the Garden is an afternoon dedicated to honoring the women whose leadership strengthens neighborhoods, organizations, and communities. Together, we'll celebrate WCCD's founders, recognize members and partners, reconnect with colleagues, and invest in the relationships that sustain our work throughout the year.

This year’s featured guest is Angel Gregorio, founder of The Spice Suite and Black and Forth. Through her work as an entrepreneur, commercial real estate developer, and community builder, Angel has created transformative opportunities for Black women-owned businesses and embodies the power of women of color shaping the future of community development.

Come dressed in your favorite garden-inspired attire and hat as we gather to celebrate the women whose leadership continues to bloom across our communities.

Guests will enjoy:

• Garden cocktail reception with signature cocktails, mocktails, hors d'oeuvres, live music, and networking
• Three-course brunch
• Recognition of WCCD founders, Sustaining Members, sponsors, and community leaders

Registration

• Sustaining Members: Complimentary
• Members: $100
• Non-Members: $150

WCCD and African American Real Estate Professionals DC (AAREP DC) invite you to an evening spotlighting women shaping the future of construction, engineering, design and real estate development.

Through a dynamic panel conversation, Built By Her will explore emerging opportunities across the industry, leadership and ownership, access to capital and partnerships, and pathways for women to grow from contributors to decision-makers, business owners and industry leaders.

The evening will also feature dedicated networking time with professionals from across the industry.

She Builds 2026

Build alongside us. Make an impact.

Women of Color in Community Development (WCCD) is proud to partner with Women’s Affordable Housing Network (WAHN), Housing& and Rebuilding Together Montgomery County for She Builds 2026, a hands-on day of service bringing women together to support women in our community.

On Friday, October 2, volunteers will help complete critical health and safety repairs and beautification projects at an all-women’s shelter in Rockville, Maryland. Projects may include interior and exterior painting, landscaping, deck and storage work, debris removal, closet installation and ramp safety improvements.

Event Details

Friday, October 2, 2026
9:00 AM–3:30 PM
Rockville, Maryland

Morning and afternoon volunteer shifts are available. Light breakfast refreshments, lunch and beverages will be provided.

Volunteers should wear long pants, closed-toe shoes and clothing suitable for hands-on work. Volunteers ages 10–17 must have a guardian-signed waiver; children under 10 are not permitted on Rebuilding Together Montgomery County worksites.

Join the WCCD Volunteer Team

We’d love to have WCCD members and friends join us for this year’s She Builds project.

Step 1: Register directly with Rebuilding Together Montgomery County to secure your volunteer shift and complete the required volunteer agreement.

[REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER]

Step 2: Once you’ve registered, let WCCD know you’re joining our team so we can stay connected with our volunteers.

[CONFIRM WITH WCCD]

Together, we can help create safer, stronger spaces for women in our community.