Florence Crittenton Services of Greater Washington

Crittenton Services of Greater Washington is a one-of-a-kind program in the DMV providing social, emotional, mental health and college / career readiness services to approximately 1100 teen girls in

6th – 12th grades from diverse backgrounds. Crittenton programs nurture and support girls, helping them overcome life and relationship obstacles, make positive choices and achieve their personal and career goals. Through the program, teen girls learn to value their gifts and develop essential life skills. Most importantly, they attain a belief in their ability to succeed.

For three decades, the results have been life changing: the girls in Crittenton programs are staying in school, avoiding unplanned pregnancy, graduating from high school, and moving to college and careers. Program outcomes include 100% high school graduation rate, 99% grade advancement rate, and 83% of girls advancing to two- or four-year colleges.

Crittenton staff are passionate champions of the girls and committed to their ongoing well-being. This is reflected in the workplace culture, which is sometimes emotionally challenging, frequently joyful, and always rewarding.