DC Villages Collaborative (DCVC) is a nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) status that focuses on incubating, accelerating, and supporting the Village Movement in Washington, D.C. It advocates for all DC Villages and the aging population in the District. DCVC aims to enrich and enhance the lives of older adults while fostering supportive and engaged communities among neighbors throughout the city. The organization seeks to positively change societal perceptions of aging.

DCVC’s priorities:

• Strengthening Village Capacity through training, resource-sharing, and leveraging collective bargaining power.
• Expanding the Village Model with a focus on the equitable distribution of Villages throughout the District to bridge existing services gaps and address racial/income disparities in Villages.
• Advancing Advocacy by leveraging the direct experiences of older adults and our comprehensive service insights to champion policy changes, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are met throughout the District.