LOD strongly believes that supporting community organizations is a core component of social responsibility. In our proud support of the following groups, we strive to make a positive impact on the community we live in.
Ecumenical Community Helping Others (ECHO) is a nonprofit organization in Northern Virginia that aims to serve those who suffer from the effects of long-term poverty as well as those who are experiencing an emergency financial need. This organization distributes donated clothing, school supplies, and household items; offers food and financial assistance in emergencies; and provides counselors to people for emotional support and referrals.
OMF International is an international nonprofit organization that serves East Asian nations through monetary contributions. The organization also provides medical assistance to people in need, with a particular focus on children from developing nations.
Gallaudet University educates the Deaf and hard-of-hearing. LOD supports this private institution with a yearly donation to its Career Center. Gallaudet’s Career Center offers stipends for transportation, meals, and housing for student interns.
Baby Box Korea is an organization created by Pastor Jong-Rak Lee to protect abandoned newborns. Baby Box Korea provides a better alternative for a bad situation and cares for the newborns until they are adopted. This organization also creates monthly care packages for single mothers who need support in raising their children.