Equipping girls to overcome obstacles, make positive choices, and achieve their dreams.

FOR MORE THAN 136 YEARS, Crittenton Services of Greater Washington has been the top leadership and advocacy organization for youth and teen girls in Washington, DC and Maryland.

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Crittenton’s Annual High Tea

April 24, 2025
A unique career mentoring opportunity with 100 of the incredible teen girls of Crittenton. This event features a panel led by select teen girls, guided speed mentoring, and an award presentation to honor our Crittenton Scholars.

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We Serve Middle and High School Girls

facing adversity, helping them attain the social and emotional learning (SEL) skills to excel in school, have healthy relationships, and grow into confident and resilient young women.

Graduation Rate
100 %
Grade Advancement Rate
99 %
Go to Two- or Four-year Colleges
83 %
OUR SUCCESS STORIES

Our Philosophy

We believe in a whole-girl, whole-community (holistic) approach. Our programs and activities are specifically designed to meet girls where they are, with mentorship, sisterhood, academic support and appropriate goal setting.

SNEAKERS

A program for girls navigating the challenges and choices of the 8th to 12th grades.

GOAL SETTING GIRLS

A 28-week curriculum that focuses on social and emotional learning for 6th and 7th graders.

PEARLS

A positive youth development program for young women who are pregnant or parenting.

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CRITTENTON’S 2025 HIGH TEA

May 15, 2025

Check out Crittenton’s 2025 High Tea featuring 100 of the remarkable teen girls they serve, Maryland State Senator Will Smith, Maryland State Delegate Jheanelle Wilkins, and fierce teen advocate and Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree, Catherine Leggett.

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