About us

Welcome to WIKIMEDIA DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

About us Introduction Learn about our mission Our programs Learn more about our work Get involved Participate in our activities Wikimedia District of Columbia is the regional Wikimedia chapter serving Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Wikimedia DC are a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of general knowledge and the collection, development, and dissemination of educational content under a free license or in the public domain. We are an official Wikimedia chapter, and we support the goals of the Wikimedia Foundation, including the work of volunteers on Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects as well as numerous other free knowledge initiatives. Wikimedia DC is a 501(c)(3) public charity. Normally, donations to our organization are deductible from U.S. Federal income taxes. See our EIN page for some of the formalities. Get involved There are many ways in which you can be a part of our efforts: Become a member Stay informed about our work Participate in local events Help spread the word about us Even if you can't participate directly, please consider making a donation to help support our mission. Current programs We are currently pursuing collaborative outreach programs with a number of scientific, cultural, and educational institutions: "Wikipedians-in-Residence" Library Lab - At the Martin Luther King Jr. DC Public Library Wikipedia Campus Ambassadors

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