The Crossing: Voices Unbound
FORTY YEARS OF SERVICE
Years of uninterrupted service to Washington's college-bound students.
Forty seven years. One school.
Thousands of crossings.
Since 1979, MCIP has served as the community school partner at Bell Multicultural High School, helping students gain admission, persist in college, and graduate with the support systems they deserve.
Who We Are
Multicultural Career Intern Program is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the community school partner at Columbia Heights Educational Campus (CHEC).
For more than forty years, MCIP has dismantled systemic barriers to higher education — helping students not only get in, but stay in college, graduate, and step into the futures they have earned.
OUR STUDENTS
Who We Serve
Programs are open to all CHEC students, with focused outreach toward those facing the greatest barriers to college.
First-generation college aspirants
English language learners
Students with disabilities
Black, Latin American, and immigrant students
LGBTQ+ students and families
“They didn't simply survive the transition. The crossing built them.”
2026 Theme: The Crossing: Voices Unbound
What We Do
Six pillars. All free. All year.
After School & College Prep
After school tutoring and homework assistance. SAT prep, application guidance, essay coaching, and financial aid navigation for every senior.
College Scholarships
Annual awards bridging the gap between admission and a diploma — because getting in is only half the journey.
High Impact Tutoring (HIT)
On-campus high-impact tutoring and academic support, free and proven for students and families.
Mentorship
First-generation college navigation, career development, and peer mentorship yearround.
Family Support
Legal assistance, health services, and family engagement for immigrant and multicultural families.
Community School
Partnerships with CHEC, Tubman, Powell and Randle Highlands extending our reach across the city.
La Maison Française
A home for French-American cultural exchange.
At the Embassy of France in Washington, La Maison Française is a landmark venue for cultural exchange and worthy causes. For MCIP and Columbia Heights Educational Campus, it is a fitting partner for The Crossing - a gala shaped by multilingual students and global belonging.
FRANCOPHONE ROOTS
Many CHEC students come from Francophone countries.
LANGUAGE AT CHEC
After English and Spanish, French is the third most spoken language at the school.
SHARED PURPOSE
A celebration of cross-cultural understanding, cooperation, and student possibility.
MCIP × Columbia Heights Educational Campus × La Maison Française Embassy of France in Washington, D.C.
The Crossing: Voices Unbound DATE
The Crossing: Voices
Unbound
They came from everywhere. They crossed everything. Now they are ready to be heard.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Ways to Partner in 2026
All sponsorships include gala seating, recognition, and an ongoing relationship with MCIP leadership.
TIER INVESTMENT KEY PERKS
$15,000
A flagship platform for organizations ready to align publicly and boldly with MCIP's mission. Exclusive “Presented By” event designation
Prominent logo placement across all event materials
VIP reception access + premium seating
Dedicated social media feature
Guaranteed speaking or award presentation opportunity
On-site activation or vendor table opportunity
Invitation to student scholarship gala
Henok Tesfaye, Chairman and CEO of USP Holdings,
Why Partner with MCIP
Mission, credibility, visibility, and stewardship — aligned in one room.
Mission Alignment
A direct line between philanthropic intent and documented impact — not an abstract pipeline, but students moving through it.
Audience & Visibility
Washington's civic, diplomatic, philanthropic, and business leadership gathered at the Embassy of France.
Authentic Association
Four decades of trusted service means sponsors align with work that stands up to scrutiny.
Long-Term Stewardship
Major sponsors receive meaningful reporting, personal relationship management, and continued visibility.
LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY
Leadership & Community
Supported by civic, philanthropic, and education leaders committed to expanding student opportunity.
HONORARY COMMITTEE
Barbara Harman, Executive Director, Harman Family Foundation ·
Julie Mikuta, Co-President, Charles & Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies
INSTITUTIONAL BENEFACTORS
Nonie & Larry Akman · Rick & Diana England
MCIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Martha M. Hamilton, Chair
Joe Oppenheimer, Treasurer
Menbere Assefa
Lisa Corchado
Sheryl Frank
Ruth LaToison Ifill
Rosalyn Overstreet-Gonzalez, Vice-Chair
Marilyn Nevy Cruz, Secretary
Kapindi Kroma
Gerardo Martinez
BOARD EMERITI
Sally Courtney · Marilyn Harris Dabaghi · Marie Drissel · Carol F. Stoel · Wendy Togneri · Maria Tukeva ·
Yuvora Nong · John Zemko
Thursday, May 21, 2026 Embassy of France · Washington, D.C. mcip.org/gala mcipoffice@gmail.com (301) 642-3579
“Every student deserves a champion.”