DC Waves: Step Forward Day 2026
For over 30 years, Step Forward Day has brought together community members from all six of Pepperdine's schools to embody Pepperdine's mission through community service projects across the country. We invite you to open your heart and roll up your sleeves for a day of community service with your regional network!
Led by your DC Waves Chapter Leaders, alumni, parents, and friends are invited to serve at Capital Area Food Bank, which exists to create more equitable access to food for local communities. Waves will assist with several tasks, including sorting and packing donations for distribution. Rep the Pepp in your blue and orange, and jump into service! *Please note that a separate waiver and registration must be completed to confirm your attendance with the organization.
Location: Capital Area Food Bank • 4900 Puerto Rico Ave NE, Washington, DC 20017
Age Requirements: This project is family friendly, but children must be supervised at all times.
Waiver of Liability: Please note that a liability waiver is required in order to serve. Please complete this waiver and bring with you on the day of service.
Support the Waves of Service Fund: You are invited to give a gift during the registration process which will go directly to the Pepperdine Waves of Service Fund and will equip our alumni and community members with the tools to be changemakers in their communities.
Please submit accommodation requests to alumni@pepperdine.edu at the time of registration. Advance notice is requested to secure accommodations.
Your DC Waves regional network leaders are Claire Lee ('23), Natalee Allenbaugh ('13), and Haley Brouwer ('22).
When
September 12, 2026
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Where
Capital Area Food Bank
4900 Puerto Rico Avenue NE, Washington, DC, 20017
Contact
Ashley Stephens-Ross
ashley.stephens@pepperdine.edu
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