For over a decade, Webster “Jon” Hubbard has shown tremendous growth and dedication within his different positions at the Peace Corps. From starting out as a Facilities Clerk to being promoted to Shipping and Receiving Clerk, Jon’s commitment has allowed him to grow in his capabilities and confidence, demonstrated through his work and as a […]
Navigating the World of Job Searching
Searching for a job is never an easy task to take on. Sometimes, it can feel incredibly overwhelming to determine which positions suit you the best. Before embarking on your job search journey, it is essential to have an idea of the process from beginning to end to make it a more manageable experience. Keep […]
Connecting workers to jobs with Didlake
In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, DC News Now’s Living Local DMV interviewed Sisay Senbet, Lead Worker for Didlake’s custodial contract at the Pentagon, and Rachel Payne, Didlake’s Vice President of Advocacy and Public Policy. Sisay talked about his employment journey with Didlake and his experience advocating on behalf of himself and others […]
Didlake Welcomes Paul Gravley as its New Chief Executive Officer
Manassas, VA– Didlake, Inc., a nonprofit that connects people with disabilities to employment and community engagement opportunities, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Paul Gravley as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective October 23, 2023. Gravley will bring more than 25 years of experience leading multi-million-dollar organizations across multiple nonprofit sectors to Didlake. […]
Gravley named CEO of Manassas-based Didlake, Inc.
Didlake, Inc.: “Didlake, Inc., a nonprofit that connects people with disabilities to employment and community engagement opportunities, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Paul Gravley as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective October 23, 2023.” “Gravley will bring more than 25 years of experience leading multi-million-dollar organizations across multiple nonprofit sectors to Didlake. […]
From Project SEARCH Intern to Outstanding Bakery Employee
Maggie has been working as a Bakery Assistant for Wegmans since November 2022, building on her experience as a Project SEARCH intern for the prior school year at UVA Prince William Medical Center in Manassas, Virginia. Project SEARCH is an international program for students between the ages of 18 and 21 in their last year […]
Didlake Earns Three-Year CARF Accreditation
Didlake received another three-year accreditation from CARF, an international, independent nonprofit accreditor of health and human service agencies providing rehabilitative services. This is Didlake’s ninth consecutive three-year accreditation, the highest level available. “This achievement is an indication of your organization’s dedication and commitment to improving the quality of the lives of the persons served. Services, personnel, […]
Creating change in our community with Didlake
Didlake VP of Advocacy & Public Policy Rachel Payne was interviewed on DC News Now’s Living Local DMV. She shared our company story, an overview of our programs and services, and how to get involved with the Didlake mission. Original Story: Living Local DMV Source: DC News Now’s Living Local DMV Published: August 1, 2023
Charles Greets Everyone with a Smile, Looks Out for Colleagues
Charles provides exceptional custodial services for one of Didlake’s AbilityOne Program customers in a high-profile General Services Administration (GSA) building in Washington, D.C. He is passionate about his work, which is apparent to anyone he greets with his infectious smile. Charles joined the custodial night shift crew as a Janitor in 2011. About a year […]
Longtime Employee Excels in Document Scanning Job
Donna has been an extraordinary employee of Didlake for 30 years. She was one of the initial employees hired to support one of our first AbilityOne contracts in 1993. Flash forward nearly a quarter century, Donna once again had a key role in a major new initiative — document scanning. Donna came to Didlake shortly […]
