The Summons | DC Nonprofit

Our Mission

Located in Washington, DC, The Summons is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that answers the call to summon support as a philanthropic partner to organizations that provide programs addressing the social determinants of health.

The Summons hand-selects health equity and social welfare programs by increasing visibility and growth through collaborative partnership by capitalizing on fundraising and grant development.

We exist solely to serve our partners.

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Our Values

"Will you come and follow me, if I but call your name?
Will you go where you don't know and never be the same?
Will you let my love be shown, will you let my name be known,
Will you let my life be grown in you and you in me?"
-The Summons, John L. Bell

Image by Jeremy Bishop, plant showing the importance of life and growth

Dignity of the Human Person

We believe in speaking up for justice, human autonomy, and ethical best practices.

Integrity

We are authentic and honest. We welcome accountability and conduct our business with honesty and transparency.

Volunteering and serving as a source of compassion

Service

We embrace our call to be servant leaders through our empathetic, mission-orientated work.

Image by Clay Banks, standing together to collaborate

Solidarity

All persons are worthy of honor and respect, and we strive to create a sense of belonging and collaboration in all aspects of our work.

Our Mission

We exist solely to serve our partners.

Our Values

"Will you come and follow me, if I but call your name? Will you go where you don't know and never be the same? Will you let my love be shown, will you let my name be known, Will you let my life be grown in you and you in me?" -The Summons, John L. Bell

"Will you come and follow me, if I but call your name?
Will you go where you don't know and never be the same?
Will you let my love be shown, will you let my name be known,
Will you let my life be grown in you and you in me?"
-The Summons, John L. Bell