SOME, Inc. dba, So Others Might Eat
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February 1, 2010
After 35 years, I retired from the practice of law and looked for a place to volunteer my services for people in need. I contacted SOME and was told that they were in need of a basic math tutor for their C.E.T. program. I told them I would be happy to give it a try. Four years later I am still tutoring two days a week, approximately 3 hours per session. I primarily tutor the trainees in the building maintenance program. For me this has been a particularly rewarding experience and based upon feedback from the trainees, I believe it has been equally rewarding for them. I have seen trainees learn or re-learn basic math skills which has permitted them to obtain rewarding employement and to become responsible citizens in the Washington, D. C. area.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Working with people who have never met with success in any endeavor in their lives and to see them succeed in this program.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
January 30, 2010
I was unemployed and looking for a school I walked into the salvation army with a relative and saw the flyer posted and on the flyer it said paid tuition and help with transportation now I thought to myself it sounds good but said how many other schools have said those exact same things and didn't deliver( they really did come through as they said they would). I really wanted to attend school so I call to find out what was needed of me to come in and apply, I got there and was very impressed I've heard of SOME but had no idea they had a training school. The only thing that made me nervous about the whole process was waiting for the phone call to tell me if I was accepted or not but it was definitely worth the wait. The support from your peers and the staff was phenomenal I had never been around that many positive people in my life they make you want succeed and grow I graduated in April 2008 and I continue to grow I've been employed going on 2 years with a great company and continue to push forward. Thanks CET and staff for everything!!!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my professionalism and in my personal life
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The support
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Wonderful
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
expand and possibly and on another training course
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
January 27, 2010
Three years ago I was desperate looking for someone to help me with my addiction, I heard about a place called SOME, I called and was told to come in and have an intake done. I came in, had an intake done and did what was suggested of me. I went to their program in West Virginia, came back to DC and stayed in one of there Transitional Houses and learned about their Center for Employment Training School. I attended the school and right now as I'm writing this I have been a SOME employee going on two years now. I love this organization, they did everything to make me a productive member of society again, I will be forever indebted to SOME
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I have been a client, student, now SOME employee
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
I never experienced people who sincerly cared about people in need.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Loving, patience and sincere
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
December 23, 2009
I've been a volunteer at several SOME fundraisers and have worked with the advocacy department on several city political issues. It's always been a good experience. I particularly like working with an organization that serves so many parts of the community in so many ways. SOME provides great direct service while working to address the underlying problems that lead to the need for those services.
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If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
provide housing, education, and other services for more people in need.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
December 23, 2009
SOME is an organization that works hard to address the needs of our city's poor. Their outreach touches and betters many people's lives and offers hope to those who otherwise might not have any.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
working as a volunteer in the kitchen and the medicl clinic.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
meeting the people who work there and meeting the people they serve.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
enthusiastic and compassionate.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
December 23, 2009
SOME is a wonderful organization in Wahsington, DC. They do great work for the city's underprivleged. The staff serves with humility and compassion.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
nothing
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the staff
Ways to make it better...
nothing
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
December 23, 2009
Wonderful organization. They do an amazing amount of good serving those with the greatest need with limited resources. Wish I had more time and money to give.
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If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Change the entire appearance and community of Washington, D.C. They truly do an amazing job helping the most desperate in DC given their limited resources.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About once a year
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
December 23, 2009
Great organization focusing on local needs - offering many creative ways to get involved, through Soup Bowl sales, Trot for Hunger, and serving at soup kitchens. SOME is always getting words out to ask people to look out for those in need of shelters and how to contact help. A great, great organization for the city!
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
were dedicated, organized, and personal.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
December 23, 2009
One of the best organized groups in DC. Some. Really makes a difference in the lives of dcs neediest residents
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Unbelievably dedicated
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
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