Good Morning Prince William – Calling all adult service groups! - The Manassas Christmas Parade needs volunteer marshals to help on Saturday, December 2nd. This is a super fun event kicks off the 2017 Holiday Season in Old Town Manassas. It’s just a couple of hours in the morning that is sure to put you in the spirit! This is the perfect opportunity for a large group as they need 40-50 volunteers! Please email Nora to learn more at [email protected].
· The Un-Trim-A-Tree Holiday Gift program is in full swing! Share the joy of the season by sponsoring a child and making their wishes come true. You’ll be given the 2 wishes for toys or clothes valued up to $75 for a little boy or girl up to 12 years old. These children live here in our community. Come join the fun. Please visit www.volunteerprincewilliam.org for more info and to download the donor form.
· Our Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is looking for empathetic volunteer age 55+ to assist as a Senior Link Volunteer. This position has flexible hours and can be done at either the ACTS Manassas or Dumfries locations. Duties include calling home-bound seniors to check on them. Training is provided by ACTS and is scheduled in December. It’s a wonderful way to learn more about your community and reach vulnerable seniors. Please call Jan to learn more at 571-292-5307 to be part of the RSVP team.
· The Live Well Coalition invites you to the next Community Connection Breakfast on Tuesday, November 14th, 8:30-12 noon at the Manassas Park Community Center. Come learn from a panel of experts sharing their knowledge on Community Development, transportation, worksite wellness, eating healthy, healthy congregations and tobacco use prevention. Please visit: https://www.behealthybehappyprincewilliam.com to learn more.
· Donate your used sneakers to MADD! Gather up all those old sneakers from your family and friends and drop them off here at Volunteer Prince William – 9248 Center Street Manassas or bring them to the MADD Walk on November 11th at Burke Lake Park – Picnic Area A. please call Shelley at (571) 292-301 to learn more.
· Brain Injury Services is looking for a volunteer to organize and facilitate a monthly or quarterly get together at Jirani Coffeehouse in Manassas for individuals with brain injuries. It’s a great opportunity for someone who has an interest in music, small group facilitation and working with people with disabilities. Please call Michelle at (703) 451-8881 ext. 232 to learn more.
· Project Mend-a-House is looking for volunteer leaders for their Chronic Disease Self-Management Program and Live Well with Diabetes Program. You don’t need instructional or healthcare experience. Great training is provided to booster your good listening and facilitating skills. Please call Martha at (571) 264-8559 to learn more.
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