Born and raised in Washington, DC, Addison Sarter has dedicated his adult life to advocating for and serving the city’s most vulnerable communities. A professionally trained case manager in DC, Addison has worked directly with families most impacted by poverty and gun violence, building a career grounded in service, compassion, and results.

With over a decade of experience, Addison’s journey began with respected anti-poverty organizations across the District. At Miriam’s Kitchen, he worked with individuals experiencing homelessness, connecting them to critical resources such as housing, healthcare, and food assistance.

At N Street Village, Addison served as a frontline healthcare worker, supporting formerly homeless women living with chronic illnesses, including HIV, cancer survivors, and individuals facing mental health disorders. Then he continued his work even through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Earlier in his career, Addison made meaningful contributions at A Wider Circle, where he helped facilitate the redistribution of essential furniture and household items to low-income residents, improving the quality of life for families across Washington, DC.

Most recently, Addison worked as a case manager at InnerCity Collaborative Community Development Corporation, where he focused on supporting men impacted by or at risk of gun violence, incarceration, and reentry challenges.

Addison is rooted in the neighborhoods of Langdon Park in Northeast DC and Colonial Village in Northwest DC. He attended John Eaton Elementary School and Alice Deal Junior High School, where he was one of the few African American male students inducted into the National Honor Society.

Following his academic success at Alice Deal, Addison earned a scholarship to attend The Landon School in Bethesda, Maryland. He later continued his education at the historically Black Morehouse College, further shaping his commitment to leadership, service, and community empowerment.