Hero Central

Hero Central

Commitment, generosity and compassion are special gifts that transform everyday people into heroes. Join JC Hayward as we salute those who give of themselves to help us all. Hero Central airs Mondays at Noon on WUSA 9."

Hero Central Stories

HERO CENTRAL: Companions For Heroes Saves Two Lives At Once

12:09 PM, May 13, 2013

Four years ago, a non-profit organization was established to help save lives of those suffering from PTSD and shelter pets in need of a permanent home.

HERO CENTRAL: Mobile USO Brings Food, Friends And Fun On Base

12:32 PM, May 6, 2013

The Mobile USO serves food, fun and support to over half-a-million military families in the Metropolitan area.

HERO CENTRAL: AFAC Helps Put Food On The Table In Arlington

12:43 PM, Apr 29, 2013

Arlington Food Assistance Center nourishes residents in need of groceries. They face "food insecurity" or the risk of not being able to purchase enough food because of financial issues.

HERO CENTRAL: St. Ann's Center for Children, Youth and Families Supports Young Moms

4:29 PM, Apr 22, 2013

St. Ann's Center for Children, Youth and Families provides a transitional home for young mothers aged 18 to 25. 

HERO CENTRAL: Rebuilding Together Alexandria Provides Free Home Repairs

12:40 PM, Apr 15, 2013

Rebuilding Together Alexandria works to renovate homes for homeowners with low-to-moderate income.

HERO CENTRAL: Lisner-Louise-Dickson-Hurt Home Empowers The Elderly

4:36 PM, Apr 8, 2013

There's a home that's making the Golden Years truly golden.

HERO CENTRAL: Oyé Palaver Hut Teaches Children to Eat Healthier

2:27 PM, Apr 2, 2013

Seventeen percent of children in the U.S. suffer from obesity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

HERO CENTRAL: House Of Ruth Provides A Nurturing Day Care Center With Kidspace

6:27 PM, Mar 11, 2013

Kidspace is a child development center within the House of Ruth, an organization fighting abuse and homelessness.

HERO CENTRAL: Mary House Brings Families In Crisis To Safety

1:58 PM, Mar 4, 2013

The non-profit organization offers families a safe place to live when they face a life-changing crisis.

HERO CENTRAL: Thrive DC Trains Clients For Long-Term Job Hires

3:07 PM, Feb 25, 2013

Thrive DC offers intensive job training and life skills building for those fighting to rise above homelessness.

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