PANELS & WORKSHOPS

GRANT GIVEAWAYS

SMALL BUSINESS VENDORS

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

When: September 19th 2026

Where: BOWIE PUBLIC LIBRARY PARKING LOT

15210 ANNAPOLIS RD BOWIE, MD 20715

Who: Non-profits, Educators, Government Officials, Grantors, Businesses, Community Leaders, and Young People.

Why: To connect diverse stakeholders, share resources, and empower attendees to take action and support positive youth development.

TIME: 12PM TO 5PM

THIS EVENT IS FOR THE ENTIRE DMV AREA.

THE PURPOSE

Community Con is a one-day event designed to bring together non-profits, educators, government officials, and business leaders in the DMV area. The goal is to create a collaborative space to address the challenges and opportunities facing local youth. Through targeted workshops, engaging panels, and dedicated networking, we'll develop actionable strategies to create positive, lasting change. The event will also feature a grant giveaway to support impactful initiatives and an awards ceremony to celebrate those who are making a difference. WE WILL ALSO HAVE FUN ACTIVITIES, MUSIC, VENDORS AND A GAMING TOURNAMENT AT THE LOCATION AS WELL.

This is a community event to bring together people from Baltimore, MD, D.C., and VA.

COMMUNITY CON VIDEO

THE HOST: JOE CLAIR

I am an American stand-up comedian, media personality, artist and entrepreneur.

I was a daily presence in the early days of the BET network as host and Vee-jay on “Rap City”, where I interviewed some of hip-hop’s biggest stars before they were household names. Nowadays, I co-host the highly rated Nina And Joe Afternoon Show on the historic WHUR, from the campus of Howard University. I produce and perform comedy shows through my own production company and continue to tour with some of the biggest names in black comedy. My passion for service has lead to many philanthropic and humanitarian endeavors including a company my wife heads called A Better Chance Recovery. I am husband and dad of two and I believe that service to others, belief in self and faith in GOD will always give you the abundant life we are all seeking.