Proceeds from the 16th Annual Pub Crawlin’ for Tots become care for DC kids and year-round “small acts” across the District

WASHINGTON, D.C. — More than 100 Washingtonians in Santa hats and holiday sweaters crawled from JR.’s on 17th Street to Pitchers in Adams Morgan. That night out has now become a $5,000 gift to Children’s National Hospital.

The Tarik S. Pierce Foundation, the DC LGBTQ+ community nonprofit behind the annual Pub Crawlin’ for Tots, is donating $5,000 to Children’s National, ranked among the nation’s top 10 pediatric hospitals. 

“Pub Crawlin’ for Tots started sixteen years ago when a group of friends came together to celebrate a friend’s birthday and kick off the holiday season,” said Camille Lanaia, Chair of the Foundation’s Board of Directors. “What began as a fun day with friends has grown into a cherished tradition of giving back. This gift represents our community’s joy turned into care for DC kids and families proving that a simple celebration can grow into something with lasting impact.”

The Foundation is named for Tarik S. Pierce, whose life was defined by connection and generosity. Founded by his friends to carry his legacy forward, the Foundation fosters togetherness, belonging, and support across the DC LGBTQ+ community, with Pub Crawlin’ for Tots as its signature holiday tradition.

The remaining proceeds will fuel the Foundation’s “small acts of kindness” throughout the year, targeted, community-level support across the District, rather than a single annual gift.

The tradition continues this December with the 17th Annual Pub Crawlin’ for Tots. The Foundation is currently recruiting volunteer Captains to help lead the event; community members can raise their hand at impact@tspfoundation.org or visit https://www.tspfoundation.org/volunteer. 

About The Tarik S. Pierce Foundation

The Tarik S. Pierce Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit fostering togetherness, belonging, and support for the LGBTQ+ community through small acts that have a big impact. Guided by the vision of a DC LGBTQ+ community where no one is overlooked, everyone belongs, and legacy fuels lasting change, the Foundation connects people, resources, and moments of support across the District. Learn more at tspfoundation.org.