The Board of Directors, staff, alumni, and supporters of the Wanda Alston Foundation mourn the passing of Brian Watson, the Foundation's founding Executive Director and one of Washington, D.C.'s most passionate advocates for LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness.
The Foundation’s Executive Director urges DC Council to restore the youth homeless services budget to at least $24 million in recurring funding, including restoring $1.53 million for permanent supportive (extended transitional) housing and $755,000 for transitional housing.
Announcing the Foundation’s Annual Fall Reception set for Friday, Sept 18, 2026 at the Wharf.
Honorary Hosts: Councilmembers Zachary Parker, Matt Frumin, Robert White, former Mayor Anthony Williams, and many more.
This event is possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors: Waymo, UL Standards & Engagement, goulston&storrs, Center for Black Equity, Invariant, ViiV Healthcare, Pitchers DC, Wegmans, and many more!
The Board of Directors, staff, alumni, and supporters of the Wanda Alston Foundation mourn the passing of Brian Watson, the Foundation's founding Executive Director and one of Washington, D.C.'s most passionate advocates for LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness.
The Foundation’s Executive Director urges DC Council to restore the youth homeless services budget to at least $24 million in recurring funding, including restoring $1.53 million for permanent supportive (extended transitional) housing and $755,000 for transitional housing.
D.C. became a haven for LGBTQ+ people. Many young adults can no longer afford it. New research finds widespread housing insecurity, economic strain, and loneliness among queer and trans young adults in the nation’s capital.
Today, the Wanda Alston Foundation and local partners launched the Queer Love Shouldn’t Hurt campaign, a public awareness initiative leading up to LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence Awareness Day, May 28.
