2026 Bridge Builders Summit

Building Bridges to Economic Mobility

Join leaders from across the country as we work together to drive economic mobility, end childhood hunger, and build a future where single mothers and caregivers lead the way.

This event is invite-only. If you received an email invitation, please register only for yourself — the invitation is non-transferable.

 

Theme Statement

Because of Mom: A new world is emerging—led by mothers and caregivers who have always been building it.

 

About the Summit

No Kid Hungry's third annual Bridge Builders Summit brings together over 150 changemakers to confront the systemic roots of childhood hunger and center single mothers and caregivers as architects of a new economy.

Single mothers and caregivers are economic stabilizers, innovators, and system redesigners. When we center their leadership, lived experience, and collective power, we strengthen families, the economy, and society as a whole.

This convening asks: What does it look like to build power in communities that endures and grows over time? What does a mom-driven, mom-centered movement look like in 2026 and beyond — and what becomes possible for the rest of the country when we have an economy that works as hard for moms as they work for us?

When families have the stability they need, children can grow up nourished, healthy, and ready to thrive. Join us to share ideas, strengthen partnerships, and accelerate solutions that ensure every family in America has the resources they need to thrive.

 

Program Agenda

Alencia Johnson Summit Host & Movement Builder 

Program at a Glance

  • June 9: Travel to Washington, D.C. and evening welcome reception at Share Our Strength new headquarters office.
  • June 10: Day 1: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, including evening reception  
    • Because of Mom, We Survive What Was Never Designed for Us — Opening plenary grounding us in single mothers' leadership and the systems they anchor daily
    • Because of Mom, We Design What Should Have Always Existed — Working sessions to co-create the Single Mothers' Bill of Rights, centering the rights to stable care, economic security, and joy
    • Curated Huddles on issues including child tax credits, enterprise capital, advocacy levers, and more
  • June 11: Day 2: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM   
    • Because of Mom, We Must Make It Real — Presenting the Mothers' Bill of Rights
    • Because of Mom, We Are Becoming the Caregivers of a New Economy  

A complete program agenda will be emailed to all registered attendees and posted on the Summit website closer to the event date.

Summit Organizing Partner: Frontline Solutions 

Interested in Attending the Summit? Apply via the form below. 

Completing this form does not mean you are registered for the Bridge Builders Summit. Applications to attend will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Once approved to attend, you will receive the official registration form. 

Venue

The True Reformer Building
1200 U Street NW
Washington, DC 20009

  • Metro: U Street/Cardozo (Green/Yellow lines), 13th Street exit
  • Car: Metered street parking available; located across from Ben’s Chili Bowl
  • Bus: Accessible via C51, C53, and C57 lines

 

Plan Your Trip


Hotel Reservation Deadline: May 21st, 2026
Once you are registered for the event, we will share a link to reserve a room within the room block. 

Share Our Strength has reserved a block of rooms at a discounted group rate at the:

Viceroy Hotel
1430 Rhode Island Ave NW
Washington, DC, 20005

Why stay in the block?

  • Convenience: Approximately 0.7 miles from The True Reformer Building.
  • Value: Discounted group rate of $199 per night rate (plus applicable taxes & fees)
  • Parking: Valet parking is available for both daily and overnight guests at an additional cost.
  • Community: Stay where your peers and partners are staying

Each No Kid Hungry grantee organization is encouraged to send one representative, whose hotel stay will be covered by No Kid Hungry. Additional team members and non-grantee attendees are responsible for reserving and covering the cost of their own hotel accommodations. 

 

Getting to /from Washington DC


Washington, DC is accessible by three major airports - Reagan National (DCA), Dulles International (IAD), and Baltimore/ Washington International (BWI) - as well as Amtrak Union Station, just minutes from downtown. Metro, bus, rideshare, and taxi services make it simple to get around the city once you arrive.

We can't wait to see you!