RSVP-Northern Virginia

Reading Rocks is a program that encourages reading in small children by providing them with new books every month. Each child is encouraged to read 100 books a year! Task: Once a month, the volunteer will assist staff with book deliveries. Pick up books from APAH’s main office, and deliver them along with some printed materials

EARLY HEAD START/HEAD START CLASSROOM VOLUNTEER Volunteers to assist teachers with classroom activities for young children in our Early Head Start Centers and children ages 3-5 at our Head Start Center. DETAILED DESCRIPTION Volunteers assist the teachers with classroom activities for young children. Activities include reading stories, circle time, playground time, preparing for and sharing meals,

Belong! elementary school tutors volunteer with the same one or two students throughout the semester or school year.  Tutors develop relationships with students, building confidence in their academic skills and perseverance.  A typical tutoring session includes homework time for older children and phonics time for the younger ones, reading practice or story time, math games,

The Fairfax County Citizens Corps Council (CCC) in conjunction with the Fairfax Count Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), Medical Reserve Corps (MRC), and Fairfax County Department of Emergency Management and Security (DEMS) is running an interactive community preparedness event and outreach booth.  The mission of this CCC team effort is to provide Fairfax County residents

CRi, Choice. Respect. independence. (formerly known as Community Residences, Inc.), is a community-based organization with a focused effort on providing people with developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs the resources, supports and services they need to live their lives with purpose, actively engaged in communities of their choosing. CRi’s mission fully supports a person’s ability

Sunday, September 11, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Lend your Emotions to an Art Exhibit – Local artists are looking to film people’s emotions for the “Faces” exhibit that will displayed at the Durant Center. Saturday, September 17, Help Celebrate Halfway to St Patrick’s Day – The Ballyshaners are seeking volunteers to assist with this

The Shepherd’s Center has a vision: A World Without Loneliness. To achieve that vision, they work hard to ensure that as members of the community age, they do so with dignity and experience a high quality of life. Services include health advocacy, decluttering advice, food pick-up and delivery, and friendly callers and visitors, including to

Join Fairfax Parks Executive Director Jai Cole on Saturday, September 24, for the last stop of her 420 parks tour for a community stewardship celebration at Lake Fairfax Park. Volunteers will enjoy a light breakfast followed by remarks from local officials. The Park Authority will have its expert naturalists on hand to help while volunteers

Want to spend the evening of Friday, October 7 from 4-7 p.m. all dressed up to support a good cause? The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia’s annual Raise the Region Gala raises critical funds to support its work in the region. Hundreds of business leaders, philanthropists, and community organizers participate in the gala, which includes

In pursuit of living healthy longer, NVSO celebrates its 40th anniversary with a record number of events this year. Volunteers are needed to assist with various athletic and recreational activities during this large-scale multi-day event held September 10-24, 2022. If you are interested in serving as a volunteer, please visit the NVSO website at Volunteers

Please note that all new volunteers must complete essential forms and attend volunteer training orientation. Group Meal Provider Volunteers will provide a nutritious meal for 25-52 shelter guests. A complete meal includes meat/protein, vegetables/salad, and starch. Drinks and dessert are optional but appreciated. We recommend that meals are prepared offsite and transported to the shelter.

Are you a food enthusiast who enjoys supporting local farmers and food producers? Join the Fairfax County Farmers Markets team as a Volunteer Market Manager! Volunteers are needed at these locations:  Oak Marr: Wednesday mornings, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Oak Marr Rec Center, Oakton, VA Annandale: Thursday mornings, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

The Arlington Education and Employment Program is recruiting heavily for in-person volunteer ESL teachers for the July-December Adult English Class cycle in Arlington. For more information, contact Karen Coon, RSVP Volunteer Specialist, at kcoon@volunteerfairfax.org.

LCNV needs volunteers to teach beginning-level English classes for adults from June 22 through July 28. Classes will meet twice a week at the William Ramsay Recreation Center, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., and at the Lincolnia Senior Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Training, curriculum, support, and class aides will be

Huntley Meadows Park, the largest park in Fairfax County spanning 1,452 acres, is a sanctuary for over 600 species of plants and animals. Fairfax County Park Authority is looking for volunteers to help Huntley Meadows in day-to-day activities. If you’re interestedc please reach out to RSVP Volunteer Specialist, Shannon White at swhite@volunteerfairfax.org. Volunteer on Duty

Fifty years ago, Meals on Wheels came to Arlington, VA. Since then, homebound individuals have received healthy meals, and regular “check-ins” to make sure all their needs are met. Through the help of volunteers, Meals on Wheels has ensured their clients find comfort in the reliability of warm meals and a friendly knock on the

The Shepherd’s Center has a vision: A World Without Loneliness. To achieve that vision, they work hard to ensure that as members of the community age, they do so with dignity and experience a high quality of life. Services include health advocacy, decluttering advice, food pick-up and delivery, and friendly callers and visitors, including to

Meals on Wheels shifts start at 9:45am Monday through Saturday and on Holidays and on Sundays 11:45am. It runs approximately 2 hours. Volunteers who are full vaccinated, and able to commit to weekly recurring positions OR every other week are needed, as well as volunteers who can commit to being on a backup list. For

Fairfax County Park Authority is looking for Golf Course Assistant Play Manager to help at Twin Lakes Golf Course, an 18-hole golf course, in Clifton, VA. Time commitment: One-day a week for a six-hour shift between sunrise and sunset Duties: Assists the Play Manager in managing the weekly shift to which assigned Assumes the position

Come join Volunteer Alexandria for a clean-up at Four Mile Run, from 10:00 a.m. to noon on Monday, January 17, to help commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Advance registration is required. Click HERE to register for the clean-up. There is a limited number of slots available due to physical distancing. Equipment will

Britepaths financial literacy programs enable clients to understand their finances, create a budget, develop healthy money habits, and achieve financial self-sufficiency. Bilingual volunteers and financially savvy individuals are greatly needed. Click Here to view descriptions of opportunities. Also, Britepaths Network Up offers Short-Term Career Mentoring for under- or un-employed adults. Professionals with a network in Northern Virginia/DC Metro area

PRS is looking for knowledgeable, skill-based professional volunteers to present (in-person or via Zoom) a life skills topic at one of their day programs during their next Registration Week – May 2-6. Registration Week occurs quarterly at the Recovery Academies and is designed to excite new clients to work on recovery goals! Topics can range

CURRENT AND UPCOMING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Winter Coat Closet—Feb. 5, Mar. 5– https://signup.com/go/edaPSjJ Winter Coat Closet breakdown—Mar. 10– https://signup.com/go/edaPSjJ     Simple Gesture Food Drive Sorting Feb.5, Apr. 2 — https://signup.com/go/iFumFxZ Parking Lot Drive Through Food Distribution Feb. 12 at the Pantry– https://signup.com/go/UNCLqxe Math Tutor –ongoing flexible. Volunteer with truck to assist elderly client with disposal of mattress

As you look ahead to 2022, consider taking the first step to become a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer for an abused and neglected child in our community. We invite you to join us at our upcoming virtual information session on January 11th @7PM. Email us at volunteer@casafairfax.org to save your spot and get details! For

2022: A New Year for us to reflect and move forward with service we bring to our communities. At RSVP – Northern Virginia, we understand that for many, 2021 was a year of serious difficulty: whether due to Covid and impact on health/family; socioeconomic disparities; and/or areas of divisiveness that has impacted all levels of

FACETS Movers Want to keep active and support your neighbors?  Join the FACETS Moving Squad and help people get back into a home! FACETS is an organization that supports families and individuals struggling with poverty and homelessness in Fairfax County.  Our mission is to open doors, and we need ongoing help to move people into

APAH will host several holiday parties at their properties, including a magical holiday shopping experience for 300 children and their families at Burlington Coat Factory (APAH’s Holiday Magic). Food insecurity is a relevant and ongoing issue in our county for some of our neighbors, and AFAC will still happen every Tuesday and Thursday of this

A very special thank you to all of our AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP-Northern Virginia volunteers who ventured out in the bitter cold on November 15th, to donate and coordinate food donations, for a very special Thanksgiving! As the most vulnerable in our County face economic hardships and a disrupted supply chain, many of our neighbors already

Check out this interesting superstition! Is it something you already do? On the first day of every month, you may hear people saying ‘Rabbit, Rabbit’ or ‘White Rabbits.’ According to superstition, the saying is meant to give you good luck, if you say it on the first day of the month before midday. But where

For this year’s season of giving, RSVP-Northern Virginia will be hosting a Food Collection Drive to benefit FACETS on November 15. As our most vulnerable and marginalized neighbors struggle to put food on their tables this year, with your support, FACETS can be there for them in their time of need, alleviating their suffering and

Come learn about Volunteer Alexandria’s Emergency Preparedness volunteer opportunities and their Volunteer Reception Center that is activated in a disaster. Volunteer Alexandria will be conducting a virtual orientation session on November 18th. Sign up and learn how to assist in Emergency Preparedness for the city. Volunteer Alexandria works in partnership with nonprofits, government and the

Adopt a Home, Holiday Edition: Volunteers are needed to spice up the daily COVID routine of both residents and staff by decorating the exterior of a CRi home for the holiday of the month: Thanksgiving and Winter Solstice/Christmas.  Holiday Project, Custom Baseball Caps: Do you have baseball caps around your house? Help provide a customized

Help your senior and disabled neighbors safely leave their homes for medical or other essential appointments this winter. The Snow Buddy Program matches low-income seniors and disabled Alexandria residents with volunteers who can help clear their sidewalks and driveways. Volunteers are matched according to their location and once assigned, will serve their resident(s) for the

This November, APAH will be conducting food distribution in conjunction with Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) at two locations, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, for 2 hour shifts. Masks are required. Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing (APAH) is a nonprofit affordable housing developer. We are deeply committed to Arlington and, after 30 years, have expanded our

Senior Services of Alexandria is looking for volunteers to support school lunch delivery to families who have children learning virtually this fall. Starting in September, prepared meals have been picked up from Minnie Howard Campus on Mondays and Wednesdays, and delivered throughout the City of Alexandria to students learning virtually. This commitment should not take

The Park Authority’s award-winning Adapted Aquatics Program is an individualized swimming and water activity program for adults and children with physical and developmental disabilities. Program offerings include learn-to-swim classes, aquatic exercise classes, and training for Special Olympics and Paralympic Swim team competition. These swim classes are for individuals who have developmental disabilities (such as intellectual

Since 1995, Food For Others has acted as a safety net for those in Northern Virginia needing food during emergency, as well as the growing number of working poor needing to supplement inadequate food supplies. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exasperated hardships for thousands of families across what is one of the affluent regions in

The Arlington Education and Employment Program (REEP) has a simple mission: to provide education and employment related needs to limited English proficient adults who live and work in Arlington. Since 1975, REEP has helped over 90,000 English learners from 90 different countries with English classes and career development opportunities. REEP classes assist English learners with

Stuff the Bus began in 2011 in response to a critical need to help restock the shelves of local food pantries after the holidays. This collaborative program is a partnership between Fairfax County Government and local nonprofits. Now in its 10th year, Stuff the Bus continues to support food assistance efforts for families and households. Since

Upcoming virtual orientation dates: 1/11/2022 7:00-8:30pm 2/1/2022 7:00-8:30pm 2/15/2022 1:00-2:30pm Disclaimer: this volunteer opportunity is not for the light-hearted. Exceptional need for males, bilingual (Spanish) speakers, Black, and Latino volunteers. Fairfax CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) works to help children who have entered the court system find permanent, safe homes. CASA volunteers are average citizens.

September 30th marks the closing date of 2021’s Northern Virginia Senior Olympics (NVSO). Hundreds of participants came out to events that help promote health, fitness, and psychological well-being for senior adults. Friendly competition mixed with camaraderie set a jubilant tone for all patrons, spectators, participants, volunteers. As an entirely volunteer-run organization, NVSO had more than

VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) provides free tax preparation to qualified individuals and families in Northern Virginia. This program run by the Fairfax County Department of Family Services needs volunteers to help with: Providing tax preparation Online tax coaching Social media outreach IT support Greeters, screeners, and language interpreters, including ASL No experience necessary, as

Volunteer to serve people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs with CRi Help Decorate Residents’ homes for Halloween, Thanksgiving, & the Holiday Season! For the past 45 years, CRi (Choice. Respect. Independence) has provided resources to people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs, as well as services for at-risk youth who are homeless,

After a one year hiatus, the 2021 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics (NVSO) is back in action! Volunteers arrived early, getting a quick “just-in time training” from RSVP Volunteer Leader Ken Kozloff. From there, volunteers kept time, manned tables, and more as participants readied themselves around the track at Thomas Jefferson Community Center in Arlington. After

For the past 25 years, Food For Others has been providing families across Northern Virginia with free emergency groceries. Due to COVID-19, more than 100,000 people in the region are facing food insecurity, including children. On average, Food for Others has been serving 3,000 households per week.   On Sunday, September 12th, Food For Others is

Northern Virginia Senior Olympics (NVSO) is the tradition you and your family haven’t known you’ve wanted to join! This great event occurring September 18-30th promotes health, fitness, and psychological well-being for senior adults by providing opportunities for participation, competition, self-improvement, and fellowship through various athletic and recreational events. Volunteers are the backbone to NVSO. They

The Shepherd’s Center has a vision: A World Without Loneliness. To achieve that vision, they work hard to ensure that as members of the community age, they do so with dignity and experience a high quality of life. Services include health advocacy, decluttering advice, food pick-up and delivery, and friendly callers and visitors, including to

Since 1984, Insight Memory Care Center (IMCC) has been striving to help those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other memory impairments achieve the highest quality of life. Through a nonprofit adult day health and resource center, individuals, their families, and caregivers are provided with specialized care, support, and education. Currently, IMCC is looking for in-person,

The Shepherd’s Center has a vision: A World Without Loneliness. To achieve that vision, they work hard to ensure that as members of the community age, they do so with dignity and experience a high quality of life. Services include health advocacy, decluttering advice, food pick-up and delivery, and friendly callers and visitors, including to

Disasters happen. Wildfires, hurricanes, and tornadoes level towns. Local house fires hit. The American Red Cross sits ready to respond and provide emergency services in times of crises. Join the team as a volunteer and help support disaster relief missions in the following roles: Disaster Health Service Associate Volunteer Health Professionals are needed in shelters

Cornerstones has been a pillar in the DMV for nearly 50 years. Families living in this region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough economic times. Through services like Housing Food Financial assistance Child and youth services Community and family strengthening Community resource centers. If you are interested in any

September 11th is a day that has been engrained in our lives for reasons we wish it never had. However, the anguish and hardship of this day, has brought forth the National Day of Service and Remembrance. We at RSVP-Northern Virginia invite you to join us in transforming a day of tragedy into a day

Fairfax County Park Authority is looking for volunteers to operate a historic carousel at Frying Pan Farm Park in Herndon. If the below description interests you, please contact RSVP Volunteer Specialist, Shannon White, at swhite@volunteerfairfax.org. Time commitment: one four-hour shift per week Shifts: Monday-Saturday: 10:00-4:30 pm Sunday: 11:00-4:30 pm Duties: Assist in operation of historic

While last year the Northern Virginia Senior Olympics (NVSO) was postponed, NVSO is back on this year! NVSO promotes health, fitness, and psychological well-being for senior adults by providing opportunities for participation, competition, self-improvement, and fellowship through various athletic and recreational events. Volunteers are the backbone to NVSO. They help welcome participants, keep time, and

Volunteer Alexandria is hosting a webinar on Monday, August 16th called Until Help Arrives (UHA) from 6:30-9:30 pm. This class will help you start to develop the skills on what to do in emergencies such as: Recognizing violent activities Responding in a safe manner Providing immediate rescue tactics to the injured Reporting incidents to 9-1-1

Senior Services of Alexandria (SSA) is working to foster independence and self-sufficiency, enabling seniors within the City of Alexandria to age with dignity. While they provide programs dealing with companionship to education, they are currently looking for volunteers to join their Meals on Wheels program. Due to the pandemic, volunteers must be under the age

CRi, Choice. Respect. independence. (formerly known as Community Residences, Inc.), is a community-based organization with a focused effort on providing people with developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs the resources, supports and services they need to live their lives with purpose, actively engaged in communities of their choosing.  CRi’s mission fully supports a person’s ability

Fairfax County Park Authority is looking for volunteers to help at Twin Lakes Golf Course, an 18-hole golf course, in Clifton, VA. Time commitment: One-day a week for a six-hour shift between sunrise and sunset Duties: Assist golfers Coordinate the flow of play with the course marshal and/or the clubhouse Provide customer guidance and support

On Thursday, July 29th, six AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers gathered on a cloudy day in Arlington at one of CRi’s residential apartment buildings housing several of CRi’s clients. CRi, which stands for Choice. Respect. Independence, formerly known as Community Residences, Inc., is a community-based organization focused on providing people with developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs

Since 1988, the non-profit organization, FACETS has been fighting to alleviate issues coinciding with poverty in Fairfax County. Programs include: Preventing and Ending Homelessness Hot Meals Food Distribution Hypothermia Prevention and Response Program Housing Services Just this past year, the education and community development program reached 1,817 people, including serving over 500 children with youth

Cornerstones has been a pillar in the DMV for nearly 50 years. Families living in this region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough economic times. Through services like Housing Food Financial assistance Child and youth services Community and family strengthening Community resource centers. If you are interested in any

Northern Virginia Family Service’s (NVFS) breadth, depth and scope of services offer the resources and support to ensure that everyone in need, at every stage of life, maximizes their potential and fully contributes to a thriving community. NVFS provides the essential building blocks for financial, emotional and physical well-being, serving as leaders and innovators for

Huntley Meadows Park, the largest park in Fairfax County spanning 1,452 acres, is a sanctuary for over 600 species of plants and animals. Fairfax County Park Authority is looking for volunteers to help Huntley Meadows in day-to-day activities and more. If any of the following volunteer opportunities interest you, please reach out to RSVP Volunteer

The Shepherd’s Center has a vision: A World Without Loneliness. To achieve that vision, they work hard to ensure that as members of the community age, they do so with dignity and experience a high quality of life. Services include health advocacy, decluttering advice, food pick-up and delivery, and friendly callers and visitors, including to

If you are interested in the following DIY volunteer opportunity, please reach out to RSVP Volunteer Specialist, Shannon White, at swhite@volunteerfairfax.org. CRi, Choice. Respect. independence. (formerly known as Community Residences, Inc.), is a community-based organization with a focused effort on providing people with developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs the resources, supports and services they

Despite being one of the wealthiest counties in the United States, Fairfax County thousands of families struggle to make ends meet. To combat this, since 1984, Britepaths has been empowering families to become self-sufficient. Each year Britepaths helps approximately 7,000 families and individuals across Fairfax County through short-term food and financial assistance and long-term guidance.

On Tuesday, June 15th, Capital Caring Health brought AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers serving with RSVP-Northern Virginia into their Alexandria office. Strown across a large conference table were journals, books on compassion, prayer blankets, and sweet and salty treats. One-by-one, gift bags were packed for the caregivers of the hospice patients Capital Caring Health serves. Each bag

Senior Services of Alexandria (SSA) is working to foster independence and self-sufficiency, enabling seniors within the City of Alexandria to age with dignity. While they provide programs dealing with companionship to education, they are currently looking for volunteers to join their Meals on Wheels program and Grocery Shopper program Meals on Wheels ensures everyone has

Since 1988, the non-profit organization, FACETS has been fighting to alleviate issues coinciding with poverty in Fairfax County. Programs include: Preventing and Ending Homelessness Hot Meals Food Distribution Hypothermia Prevention and Response Program Housing Services Just this past year, the education and community development program reached 1,817 people, including serving over 500 children with youth

Shepherd’s Center-Northern Virginia (SCNV) serving the towns of Oakton, Vienna, Reston, Hendon, and Great Falls, is dedicated to ensuing every person, including older adults and people with disabilities, can live and age in place with dignity. In 2020 alone, volunteers with SCNV provided over 800 round-trip rides for clients, with 5323 hours of contributed service,

Shepherd’s Centers across the country have one common mission: to provide through volunteer service help to older adults so they can continue to live independently with meaning and purpose in their lives. Shepherd’s Center-Western Fairfax County (SCWFC) serves Western Fairfax County, including but not limited to Chantilly, Centerville, and Clifton. Through a network of partnerships

*Please register for this opportunity ASAP. Trainings and orientations are on-going, and scheduled for July 12th. The Arlington Education and Employment Program (REEP) has a simple mission: to provide education and employment related needs to limited English proficient adults who live and work in Arlington. Since 1975, REEP has helped over 90,000 English learners from

Help make homes safer to those in need. Indoor/Outdoor In-Person with COVID precautions Rebuilding Together- Arlington/Fairfax/Falls Church (RT-AFF) is a non-profit organization that uses the talents of handy volunteers to make health and safety repairs at no charge for low-income individuals. RT-AFF seeks volunteers with some remodeling and handyman skills and comfort with tools, but experienced team

Fifty years ago, Meals on Wheels came to Arlington, VA. Since then, homebound individuals have received healthy meals, and regular “check-ins” to make sure all their needs are met. Through the help of volunteers, Meals on Wheels has ensured their clients find comfort in the reliability of warm meals and a friendly knock on the

We’d like to congratulate Sandra Baron, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer serving with RSVP-Northern Virginia, for winning the 2021 Virginia National Service Award in AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Category. Sandra Baron is a dedicated volunteer with Cornerstones helping fight food insecurity. She’s manned the front desk, helped stock and organize the shelves, distributed food at outdoor community events,

Volunteer Alexandria presented Mike Mixon with the Above & Beyond Recognition During a Time of COVID Award. Mike has served 20+ hours a month throughout the pandemic. With the American Red Cross of the National Capital & Great Chesapeake Region (ARC), Mike volunteers with the child and youth preparedness program, emergency vehicle inspections, and online

Since 1984, Insight Memory Care Center (IMCC) has been striving to help those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other memory impairments achieve the highest quality of life. Through a nonprofit adult day health and resource center, individuals, their families, and caregivers are provided with specialized care, support, and education. Currently, IMCC is looking for in-person,

Would you like to learn about local food systems while helping community members who are struggling have access to fresh local food? Volunteer with Britepaths as our EBT Coordinator! Britepaths is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as the EBT Coordinator at the Annandale Farmers Market which is operated by the Fairfax County Park

Blood transfusions save lives every day. Help the American Red Cross get blood to where it needs to be as a volunteer Transportation Specialist. If the volunteer description below interests you, please reach out to RSVP Volunteer Specialist, Shannon White, at swhite@volunteerfairfax.org. Purpose To safely transport blood from collection sites to the lab for processing

Fairfax County Park Authority is looking for volunteers parking assistants at Riverbend Park in Great Falls on weekends only. Volunteers will work with park staff to direct traffic and monitor parking lots on busy weekends. Parking volunteers help ensure the safety of the public and ensure visitors follow parking guidelines. Volunteers will be given a

FRONT DESK ASSOCIATE: Time Commitment: (Frequency? # Hours?) 4 hours per week Date(s) & Time(s) of Day Needed: We have four 4-hour shifts each weekday starting at 5 and 9 AM and 1 and 5 PM. Volunteers are assigned one of these shifts and do that shift each week so they get to know the

The City of Alexandria Department of Community & Health Services/Division of Aging & Adult Services is looking for Volunteer Guardians. Volunteer guardians are individuals who can assure the well-being of incapacitated Alexandrians living in assisted living facilities or nursing facilities. Volunteer guardians are appointed by the Court to make decisions for older Alexandria residents who

From 2000 to 2016, Arlington County lost 86% of its market rate affordable housing stock. Today, more than 7,500 families and individuals in Arlington do not have access to homes they can afford. (1) Currently, there are only 35 affordable apartments for every 100 households requiring one. APAH (Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing) mission is

Cornerstones has been a pillar in the DMV for nearly 50 years. Families living in this region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough economic times. Through services like Housing Food Financial assistance Child and youth services Community and family strengthening Community resource centers. With the food insecurity on the

Upcoming virtual orientation dates: Tuesday, August 3rd: 7:00-8:30 pm (for interested Black CASAs) Tuesday, August 10th: 7:00-8:30 pm Disclaimer: this volunteer opportunity is not for the light-hearted. Exceptional need for males and bilingual (Spanish) speakers Fairfax CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) works to help children who have entered the court system find permanent, safe homes.

We’re so proud to announce the winner of the RSVP-Volunteer Service Award: Mary Beth Cockerham! Watch the announcement of the reward here, and Mary Beth’s acceptance speech at the 56 minute 45 second mark. Mary Beth exemplifies what volunteerism does for the community. Read about her service with Capital Caring Health here, including helping develop

In effort to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine quickly, heavy volunteer support and coordination is necessary. RSVP is calling on volunteers for the newly-opened Stonebridge Vaccination Center on Eisenhower Ave in Alexandria administering vaccinations to Fairfax County residents. Duties of the volunteer range from parking lot coordination, intake of residents, and further coordination. If you are

RSVP is excited to announce another nominee for this year’s VSA: Sandra Baron. Sandra has spent the last year volunteering with Cornerstones, Community of Faith UMC, CORE Foundation, and others. Her work at Cornerstones spans multiple programs, including Embry Rucker Community Shelter, the Assistance Services and Pantry Program, Opportunity Neighborhood sites, our main offices, and

In the past year, Mary Beth has dedicated over 230 hours of service to Capital Caring Health, an organization dedicated to providing patients and their families with advanced illness care of the highest quality. Mary Beth’s dedication to Capital Caring Health is best summed up in the word of Kathrine Knoble, Manager, Community and Volunteer

We are honored to have Kristin Ramkey as an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer serving with RSVP-Northern Virginia. This past year she has given her time and effort to Volunteer Fairfax, Volunteers For Change (VFC), and PRS, Inc., a non-profit dedicated to providing behavioral health, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention services. Kristen has supported the Admin Department

Our next nominee for the RSVP Volunteer Service Award is Anu Mittal. In the short time Anu has been with RSVP, she has truly emulated what an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer is by joining in on Group Service Projects, and offering her time and talents to not just one, but several of our nonprofit partners. Anu

Introducing our next RSVP VSA nominee: Robbie Mosley. Despite the fact that Robbie Mosley couldn’t volunteer at all the organizations he normally does due to the pandemic, he still served over 170 hours with Britepaths and United Community. As a financial tutor at Britepaths, he empowers clients to be more self-sufficient and develop the skills

Presenting our first nominee for Volunteer Fairfax’s RSVP-VSA: Mike Mixon. Mike has served 20+ hours a month throughout the pandemic. With the American Red Cross of the National Capital & Great Chesapeake Region (ARC), Mike volunteers with the child and youth preparedness program, emergency vehicle inspections, and online trainings. Mike helps with the American Red

If you are interested in the following DIY volunteer opportunity, please reach out to RSVP Volunteer Specialist, Shannon White, at swhite@volunteerfairfax.org. CRi, Choice. Respect. independence. (formerly known as Community Residences, Inc.), is a community-based organization with a focused effort on providing people with developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs the resources, supports and services they

United Community’s English Club helps adult learners improve their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Volunteers with strong intercultural communication skills are needed to teach adults 1-on-1 tailored lessons to improve conversational skills. A flexible customizable schedule can be determined by tutor and student. Skills: Bilingual (Spanish) Experience teaching/tutoring adult students who are learning English

UPDATE: Only a few spots left on Saturday, April 10 & 24. Cornerstones has been a pillar in the DMV for nearly 50 years. Families living in this region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough economic times. Through services like Housing Food Financial assistance Child and youth services Community

AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer Jo Deckert designed and handmade 500 handmade Thank You cards for CRi – Choice. Respect. Independence. The cards were given to CRi direct support staff, with personal messages from CRi staff written on the inside. Janet Davison, CVA, CRi’s Volunteer Program Manager, worked with Jo to create this no-contact-during-Covid project. Jo volunteered a total

Fairfax County Department of Family Services has a special program for Pre-K to sixth grade. The Body Safety Program focuses on building safety skills within the child, preparing them to identify risks such as: Child abuse Bullying Internet safety The curriculum, Childhelp® Speak Up Be Safe, gives children a comfortable, non-alarming way to talk about

Since its beginnings in 2014, GrandInvolve has had hundreds of senior volunteers working hard with local schools to help teachers and vulnerable students achieve their highest potential. It’s mission is simple: Support the education of our most vulnerable populations through in-person and virtual volunteering Reduce ageism by growing intergenerational relationships between our youngest and oldest

Want to join a task force in times of emergency? Join the Volunteer Emergency Team (VET) of Volunteer Fairfax, and have the opportunity to provide vital assistance to Fairfax County’s Office of Emergency Management! VET Volunteers provide support and assistance to the Emergency Response Program Manager (ER PM) during times of local activation.  There may

Cornerstones has been a pillar in the DMV for nearly 50 years. Families living in this region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough economic times. Through services like Housing Food Financial assistance Child and youth services Community and family strengthening Community resource centers. With the food insecurity on the

A Community Conversation about the COVID-19 vaccine will be hosted by Fairfax County Health Department in partnership with the Fairfax Area Disability Services Board and the Department of Family Services Fairfax Area of Aging. ASL Interpretation and CART provided. Pre-registration is required. Thursday, Feb. 11 at 6 pm: Click here to register. Friday, Feb. 12

Fifty years ago, Meals on Wheels came to Arlington, VA. Since then, homebound individuals have received healthy meals, and regular “check-ins” to make sure all their needs are met. Through the help of volunteers, Meals on Wheels has ensured their clients find comfort in the reliability of warm meals and a friendly knock on the

Since its beginnings in 2014, GrandInvolve has had hundreds of senior volunteers working hard with local schools to help teachers and vulnerable students achieve their highest potential. While the pandemic has put a pause on in-person tutoring, GrandInvolve is still working hard to ensure their mission in serving children in need continues. Currently, GrandInvolve is

Remote If you are interested in the following DIY volunteer opportunity, please reach out to RSVP Volunteer Specialist, Shannon White, at swhite@volunteerfairfax.org. CRi, Choice. Respect. independence. (formerly known as Community Residences, Inc.), is a community-based organization with a focused effort on providing people with developmental disabilities and/or mental health needs the resources, supports and services

Virtual Opportunity Capital Caring Health, a non-profit organization, serves over 1,200 patients and their families with advanced illness in the Virginia, Maryland, and D.C. Each day, Capital Caring Health ensures those patients can receive care of the highest quality. Quality Survey Callers help ensure that services reached those who need it most, as well as

Virtual, at-home Despite being one of the wealthiest counties in the United States, Fairfax County thousands of families struggle to make ends meet. To combat this, since 1984, Britepaths has been empowering families to become self-sufficient. Each year Britepaths helps approximately 7,000 families and individuals across Fairfax County through short-term food and financial assistance and

In-Person, masks required, social distance practiced. Since 1995, Food For Others (FFO) has acted as a safety net for those in Northern Virginia needing food during emergency, as well as the growing number of working poor needing to supplement inadequate food supplies. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exasperated hardships for thousands of families across what

Volunteer Fairfax is excited to announce that is has once again been awarded the AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP grant from the AmeriCorps federal agency to support RSVP volunteers serving in Fairfax County, Arlington County, and Alexandria City, where RSVP-Northern Virginia has been providing service opportunities in partnership with Volunteer Fairfax, Volunteer Arlington, and Volunteer Alexandria, for

Since 1988, the non-profit organization, FACETS has been fighting to alleviate issues coinciding with poverty in Fairfax County. Programs include: Preventing and Ending Homelessness Hot Meals Food Distribution Hypothermia Prevention and Response Program Housing Services Just this past year, the education and community development program reached 1,817 people, including serving over 500 children with youth

The Shepherd’s Center has a vision: A World Without Loneliness. To achieve that vision, they work hard to ensure that as members of the community age, they do so with dignity and experience a high quality of life. Services include health advocacy, decluttering advice, food pick-up and delivery, and friendly callers and visitors, including to

Shepherd’s Center envisions a world without loneliness where older adults can age with dignity in place. To do this, volunteers are needed to help provide services to seniors who may need an extra hand. In 2019, volunteers completed 712 round-trip car trips helping older adults get to doctor’s and physical therapy appointments. An additional 306

In-Person, masks required, social distance practiced. Since 1995, Food For Others has acted as a safety net for those in Northern Virginia needing food during emergency, as well as the growing number of working poor needing to supplement inadequate food supplies. The COVID-19 pandemic has further exasperated hardships for thousands of families across what is

Outdoor, in-person with social distancing. Masks required. 10 locations throughout Fairfax County. Are you a local food enthusiast? Do you prefer the outdoors? Want the chance to bring fresh, healthy, local produce to your community? Interested in supporting local farmers and producers. Maybe it’s time to consider volunteering for your local farmers’ market. Requirements: Volunteers

Outdoors, social distance, masks required. The Stuff the Bus food drive began in 2011 as a response to a critical need to restock the shelves of local food pantries after the holidays. Buses, parked throughout Fairfax County, become sites of nonperishable food donations. Due to the hardships faced by many families as a result of

Cornerstones has been a pillar in the DMV for nearly 50 years. Families living in this region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough economic times. Through services like Housing Food Financial assistance Child and youth services Community and family strengthening Community resource centers. With the food insecurity on the

Since 1984, Insight Memory Care Center (IMCC) has been striving to help those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other memory impairments achieve the highest quality of life. Through a nonprofit adult day health and resource center, individuals, their families, and caregivers are provided with specialized care, support, and education. While COVID-19 has affected the ability

Recurring weekday volunteers, and on-call backup volunteers needed. ***Due to COVID-19 restrictions, volunteers must be under the age of 65 and not have any conditions which may put them at high-risk. Senior Services of Alexandria (SSA) is working to foster independence and self-sufficiency, enabling seniors within the City of Alexandria to age with dignity. While

The Sully Historic Site in Chantilly is looking for volunteers eager to conduct tours, tell stories, and create conversation at the 1794 home of Richard Bland Lee. The site contains the original house, outbuilding, and a representative slave quarter. Time commitment: 45 hours per year for 2 years (strong preference for weekends) COVID precautions: Tours

region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough economic times. Through services like Housing Food Financial assistance Child and youth services Community and family strengthening Community resource centers. With the food insecurity on the rise, Cornerstones has continued its commitment to serving individuals across Northern Virginia. If you are interested

In 1969, several faith-based organizations and a handful of dedicated volunteers banded up together to form United Community. Together, they focused in on providing human services to the people of southeastern Fairfax County. While Fairfax County is the third richest county in the United States (just behind Loudon County, VA and Howard County, MD), 83%

Cornerstones has been a pillar in the DMV for nearly 50 years. Families living in this region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough economic times. Through services like Housing Food Financial assistance Child and youth services Community and family strengthening Community resource centers. With the food insecurity on the

The following was provided to RSVP by Kathrine Knoble, Manager of Volunteer & Community Engagement at Capital Caring Health. We are proud and honored to share the following: Mary Beth Cockerham has been a volunteer at Capital Caring Health for nearly two years. Mary Beth embodies what it takes to be a hospice volunteer.  Her

As the Manager of Volunteer Programs at New Hope Housing, a non-profit with a mission to end homelessness, Sami Smyth’s normal Thanksgiving revolves around visiting different homeless shelters, mingling with shelter residents while eating Thanksgiving staples, and talking and thanking volunteers who help feed families during the holiday. This year, she’s not making the rounds

In-Person At Fairfax County’s RECenters residents can utilize gym and pool facilities, as well as participate in fitness classes and utilize sport courts. Currently, the county is looking for volunteers at three of their facilities. If you are interested in any of the positions below, please contact RSVP Volunteer Specialist, Shannon White, at swhite@volunteerfairfax.org for

Shepherd’s Center envisions a world without loneliness where older adults can age with dignity in place. To do this, volunteers are needed to help provide services to seniors who may need an extra hand. In 2019, volunteers completed 712 round-trip car trips helping older adults get to doctor’s and physical therapy appointments. An additional 306

In 1969, several faith-based organizations and a handful of dedicated volunteers banded up together to form United Community. Together, they focused in on providing human services to the people of southeastern Fairfax County. While Fairfax County is the third richest county in the United States (just behind Loudon County, VA and Howard County, MD), 83%

By Vida Mikalcius When my dad died, I spent hours on Pinterest trying to figure out how to DIY something out of his old clothes. Not having a sewing machine, or being especially crafty in that aspect, those projects kind of fell through the cracks. And even though it’s been roughly seven years since he’s

PRS is dedicated to providing behavioral health, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention services. Formally known as The Social Center, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services, PRS has been working since 1963 to help individuals living with mental illness, substance use disorders, mild intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and anyone who faces life crises to achieve safety, personal wellness,

Outdoor, limited Contact, social distance, masks required. Cornerstones has been a pillar in the DMV for nearly 50 years. Families living in this region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough economic times. Through services like Housing Food Financial assistance Child and youth services Community and family strengthening Community resource

Capital Caring’s mission is to provide patients and their families with advanced illness care of the highest quality. This holiday season, Capital Caring is calling for volunteers to help bring a bit of joy to those in hospice with DIY stockings. After all, sometimes all it takes to turn a bad day around is a

Originally launched as an international holiday in 1998, World Kindness Day is here to remind us that compassion is what binds everyone together. Take a moment today to promote good deeds and pledge acts of kindness. Take a picture and/or send a note to RSVP-Northern Virginia’s Marketing and Outreach Specialist, Vida Mikalcius, at vmikalcius@volunteerfairfax.org, showcasing

Outdoor, limited Contact, social distance, masks required. Cornerstones has been a pillar in the DMV for nearly 50 years. Families living in this region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough economic times. Through services like Housing Food Financial assistance Child and youth services Community and family strengthening Community resource

Online informational/orientation session: Tuesday, November 17, 10:00-11:00 am Do you have a genuine concern for young people? Are you dependable and willing to make a consistent time commitment? Would someone call you a good listener? Is your demeanor friendly, supportive, encouraging? If you answered yes to the above questions, perhaps it’s time to consider becoming

There are so many celebrations during the year, from established holidays to National Pizza day, so you may be asking why we choose to celebrate volunteer managers. Here are just a few of the reasons why: Volunteer managers can change lives. They are the gateways for volunteers who want to serve. They connect people who

The Shepherd’s Center has a vision: A World Without Loneliness. To achieve that vision, they work hard to ensure that as members of the community age, they do so with dignity and experience a high quality of life. Services include health advocacy, decluttering advice, food pick-up and delivery, and friendly callers and visitors, including to

The Shepherd’s Center has a vision: A World Without Loneliness. To achieve that vision, they work hard to ensure that as members of the community age, they do so with dignity and experience a high quality of life. Services include health advocacy, decluttering advice, food pick-up and delivery, and friendly callers and visitors, including to

Nearly 139 million people cast their vote during the 2016 presidential election. As of today, Thursday morning, more than 77 million people have already cast their ballot. A great comparison to the 45 million people who voted early in 2016. While we cannot predict how the lines will look on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3rd,

NOTE: THESE EVENTS ARE FULL. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ADDITIONAL FOOD DISTRIBUTION EVENTS OCCURRING ON NOVEMBER 19-20 FOLLOW THIS LINK. Limited Contact, social distance, masks required. Cornerstones has been a pillar in the DMV for nearly 50 years. Families living in this region, with its notoriously high cost of living, can struggle to overcome tough

Outdoor, in-person with social distancing. Masks required. 10 locations throughout Fairfax County. Volunteers especially in need at the Annandale and Mason District Park locations. Are you a local food enthusiast? Do you prefer the outdoors? Want the chance to bring fresh, healthy, local produce to your community? Interested in supporting local farmers and producers. Maybe

Location: Shepherd’s Center serving Oakton, Vienna, Reston, and Herndon The Shepherd’s Center has a vision: A World Without Loneliness. To achieve that vision, they work hard to ensure that as members of the community age, they do so with dignity and experience a high quality of life. Services include health advocacy, decluttering advice, food pick-up

Capital Caring Health provides hospice, palliative care, and counseling services to veterans, the chronically and terminally ill, as well as their families. Through compassionate care, their clients can live lives with dignity while receiving additional support through difficult times. This year has knocked a lot of people of their feet. People who may find themselves

Help make homes safer to those in need. Indoor/Outdoor In-Person with COVID precautions Rebuilding Together- AFF (Arlington/Fairfax/Falls Church) is a non-profit organization that uses the talents of handy volunteers to make health and safety repairs at no charge for low-income individuals. In 2019, 1,300 volunteers: Gave 9,600 hours of service to: 88 homes 8 non-profit

By Vida Mikalcius Due to fewer community-sponsored blood drives, we are at risk of experiencing a local blood shortage. Blood transfusions save lives: from traumatic accidents, to people with cancer, to children fighting leukemia. Like many of us, I have had family members who have received blood transfusions. Once, when someone I loved was involved

The non-profit organization CRi (Choice. Respect. Independence) has provided resources for people: With developmental disabilities and mental health needs At-risk youth who are homeless, precariously-housed, and/or aging out of foster care Five hundred direct-support staff help 350 residents, many of whom are high-risk. Their daily social activities like going to the store, meeting with their

Volunteer to serve people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs with CRi Help Decorate Residents’ homes for Halloween, Thanksgiving, & the Holiday Season! For the past 45 years, CRi (Choice. Respect. Independence) has provided resources to people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs, as well as services for at-risk youth who are homeless,

Once every ten years, each and every individual in the United States of America is counted at the location the person lives. So why is the Census so important? It determines how many representatives each state will receive to represent them in Congress. There are 435 representatives in the House. Each state is assigned the