2 DC leaders help first-generation college students [Video]

WASHINGTON — Two D.C. leaders teamed up to help first-generation college students realize their dreams.

A small idea can make a significant impact. Back in 2018, Patrice Lancaster and Marc Williams teamed up to support just three college-bound students from the District. Now, the freshman send-off has grown to support 120 students from Wards 7 and 8 who are blazing trails and beating the odds.

Marc Williams walks the walk and realizes the pathway to success is paved not only with good intentions, but good work.

“My passion is giving back to the kids in our neighborhood. When you hear about youth it is all about them doing something wrong. This is a way we can highlight the kids who are doing something positive,” said Williams.

Williams, who runs Ward 8 non-profit Eagle Nest, …