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GENERAL MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT

Join us for the May General Meeting on Thursday, May 14 at 7:30 PM.
We will share updates on the Blossoms Soiree, Family Day with free medical screenings, the membership platform upgrade, NextGen Empowerment Network initiatives, and the 2026 Interfaith Service commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Trinidad and Tobago becoming a democratic republic. Guest speaker details will be added soon and included in the upcoming Zoom notice.

  • Shape TTADC’s Future by joining the NextGen Empowerment Network

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  • Scholarship Application Is Now Open by Trinbago Scholarship Fund

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    A scholarship application form for the Trinbago Scholarship Fund with deadline details, eligibility criteria, and instructions for applicants.

  • Thank you for joining us for the Annual Blossom Soiree on Mother's Day

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BECOME A MEMBER

Annual individual membership is $50, and members under 25 may join the NextGen Empowerment Network for a reduced annual fee of $30 until their 25th birthday. A lifetime membership option is also available for a one-time fee of $500.

Membership Benefits

  • Become part of your local Trinidad & Tobago community rooted in culture and service to others.

  • Increase your business visibility by being featured in our online community directory.

  • Enjoy early access to events and exclusive discounts, giving you priority and added value as a member.

  • Save money and enjoy exclusive discounts and special offers through our trusted partners.

  • Attend complimentary webinars, seminars, and workshops designed to support personal and professional growth.

  • Participate in volunteer initiatives and service-based missions both locally and abroad.

  • Show your pride with discounted apparel and branded items. Coming Soon.

ONLY $50 TO BECOME A MEMBER > START HERE
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    GET INVOLVED

    Our mission is only possible through the time, talent, and commitment of dedicated volunteers like you.

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    UPCOMING EVENTS

    Big vibes, unforgettable moments, and real connection that bring our community together.

    ATTEND AN EVENT
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    BEST T&T MERCH

    Shop with purpose knowing every purchase supports our mission and community service efforts.

    COMING SOON

Carnival Corner

Known as the “Greatest Show on Earth,” Trinidad and Tobago Carnival takes place each year on the Monday and Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. The festival is celebrated for its vibrant costumes, pulsating music, and high-energy street parades that bring the nation to life.

In the weeks leading up to Carnival Monday and Tuesday, a series of signature cultural events set the stage, including fetes, festivals, cultural performances, and competitions that showcase the creativity and spirit of our twin island nation.

Carnival traditions inspired by Trinidad and Tobago are also celebrated around the world, including:

Baltimore/Washington One Carnival

Toronto Carnival (Caribana)

Brooklyn Carnival

Miami Carnival

Notting Hill Carnival

Our Mission & History

Founded in 1962 as the Trinidad All Stars football (soccer) team, evolving into the Trinidad and Tobago Cultural and Sporting Association in 1966, and later becoming the Trinidad and Tobago Association of Washington, D.C., Inc., TTADC carries a legacy of enduring achievement. What began as the vision of a determined group of Howard University students grew into a lasting institution, built by pushing boundaries and forging community in a foreign cultural landscape. That spirit of resilience, pride, and purpose continues to define who we are today.

LEARN ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS

Some of Our Partners

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    Trinidad & Tobago Embassy in Washington D.C.

  • Logo for Caribbean Communications Inc., featuring a stylized globe with red and yellow colors and the company name in blue and black text.

    Caribbeana Communications Inc.

  • Logo for CariBeat featuring colorful abstract leaves or petals around the text.

    Caribeat

  • Graphic of a clock tower with a spire, above the words '1867 Howard University' in blue text.

    Howard University

  • Colorful butterfly logo with outstretched wings and a target symbol at the center, with the text 'NI-CE-TEES' below.

    Ni-Ce-Tees

  • Logo with a black scalloped border, a pink circle in the center featuring a black and red rabbit silhouette, and text around it reading 'Minnesota and Toguial Assailants' and 'Of Dasturbun Bine'.

    Trinidad & Tobago Association of Baltimore

Our Board of Directors

  • Willoughby Francis

    PRESIDENT

  • Claudia Carter

    VICE PRESIDENT

  • Carlos Simon

    EXEC. SECRETARY

  • Lisa White

    TREASURER

  • Jeffrey Smith

    DIRECTOR

  • Duane Scott

    DIRECTOR

  • Kizan Lee

    DIRECTOR

  • Luis McSween

    DIRECTOR

  • Romain McLean

    DIRECTOR