In the Community

The Washington Post supports D.C.-area organizations and programs that promote achievement in the arts and education and that strive to make a difference.

Education Programs

Education Programs

The newspaper launched The Washington Post Company Educational Foundation in 1987 to recognize excellence in education.

Charitable Giving

Charitable Giving

When you donate to The Washington Post Charities, a McCormick Foundation Fund, every gift is matched by 50%.

What’s Your Story? A Guide to Getting Your News in The Washington Post

What’s Your Story? A Guide to Getting Your News in The Washington Post

Every day The Washington Post receives hundreds of news tips and press releases from the community. Here is how to get your story in The Washington Post.

The Washington Post Young Journalists Development Program

The Washington Post Young Journalists Development Program

The Washington Post Young Journalists Development Program (YJDP) offers journalism training and education to local high school journalists and media advisors, and promotes diversity in the media industry through career guidance and mentoring. 

A Tour of the Springfield Plant

A Tour of the Springfield Plant

Tours are reserved for organized classrooms based in the Greater D.C. region.

Company History

Company History

Over the years the company’s leaders have taken great risks to ensure that citizens have unfettered access to the news.

Upcoming Events

5/20 Sixth & I Gender and Religion Event
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5/23 The Washington Post Award for Excellence in Nonprofit Management Award Ceremony
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5/23 Behind the Headlines community forum on Education in the Prince George's County
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6/1-2 Jazz 'n Families Fun Days
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6/5 29th Annual All-Metropolitan High School Sports Luncheon
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6/5-16 DC Jazz Festival
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6/7-9 SUPERNOVA, A Rosslyn Arts Project
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Press Releases

Introducing The Washington Post Wine Club

Quarterly shipments of wine, tasting notes, recipe pairings. Discounts on wine and related gifts

DC Jazz Festival Announces Jazz at The Hamilton Live Concert Series Co-Presented by The Washington Post

The 2013 DC Jazz Festival’s (DCJF) primary venue, The Hamilton Live, will again host Jazz at The Hamilton Live featuring 10 nights of exciting, diverse performances from nationally and internationally acclaimed artists June 5-15. Co-presented by The Washington Post, Jazz at The Hamilton Live is part of the ninth annual DCJF, which will take place June 5-16.

“Poll Watch” App from Capital Insight Now Available

Provides the latest polls and polling industry news; relevant Tweets and Instagrams also featured

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