"Use Your Words"

Clayton Rosenberg speaks to the Horton's Kids Podcast

Horton's Kids is a non-profit serving Ward 8 in a neighborhood where ACM President Clayton Rosenberg was raised. A challenging area marked by adversity, where many of his peers faced incarceration or worse, Clayton emerged as a beacon of hope and resilience.

Click here for a clip from Clayton's interview on the Horton's Kids podcast, The HK Couch. The full second episode will be out soon! ACM also hopes to produce its own podcast in 2024.

Honored with the Outstanding Leadership Award of Washington, D.C., his journey from Eastern Senior High School to becoming a dual master's degree holder is a testament to determination and perseverance. As the first in his family to attend and graduate college, Clayton broke barriers, not only as a successful restaurant owner and elected official (Advisory Neighborhood Commissions), but went on to help lead the very organization that set him on his redemptive path: ACM. His accomplishments extend from impactful projects for Fortune 500 companies to founding his ventures and embracing global cultures, living in four different countries. Clayton's story is one of sacrifice, forgiveness, and redemption.

ACM and friends DELIVER: Over 2,000 turkeys distributed in our community during Thanksgiving

This Thanksgiving, ACM, in partnership with The Tis Foundation and sponsored by DC Capitol Square Bar and Grill, made a monumental impact in Washington DC and in Prince George's County. With a spirit of generosity and community, we distributed over 2000 turkeys and provided meals to an astounding 2500 individuals. This was a true manifestation of the Thanksgiving spirit, bringing warmth and joy to countless hearts during the holiday season.

Why We Do What We Do:

Credible Messenger Veeta Clayton shares a success story of a participant being over three years clean

Years ago, ACM Credible Messenger Veeta Clayton faced hostility when working with one young woman recovering from addiction. Click the video to find out what happened next. This powerful testimony shows how ACM is healing individuals, families, and neighborhoods.

SHOUT OUT: Community Based Public Safety Collective

Learn more about the work of this ACM strategic partner

In this video, CBPS Collective reveals its heart and deepest values. Their work is based on a simple truth: You can't have public safety without the public. At its core, CBPS Collective is about investing in black and brown leadership in communities impacted by violence across the country. These leaders have long been under-resourced and deserve fresh support. CBPS Collective's dedicated team members discuss their mediation process and guide individuals in creating a culture of peace within neighborhoods.

Check out their website at https://www.cbpscollective.org/

Why We Do What We Do:

Credible Messenger Program Coordinator Stanley Jones talks about the challenges we face

Hear this powerful testimony from ACM Program Coordinator Stanley Jones about the biggest challenges he faces in the community right now, and describes how ACM builds relationships with youth to prevent crime and violence, and develop economic opportunity.