Horizons Greater Washington
Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States11-50 Employees
Horizons Greater Washington is a non-profit organization that provides a tuition-free academic and enrichment program for K-8 students from under-resourced communities in Washington, DC and Maryland. Its offerings include an intensive summer program along with afterschool activities during the school year, designed to help students develop essential skills for academic success and long-term aspirations, while encouraging them to view themselves as learners capable of pursuing their goals. The organization operates within the education and youth development sector, aiming to address inequities in access to opportunities and support in the greater Washington, DC area. Based in Washington, DC, Horizons Greater Washington serves a community-focused mission with a footprint that includes multiple programs across the region, and it has earned recognition for its work through award programs. A notable recent development is the launch of its 24th summer program, indicating ongoing expansion and continuity of its program model.