Greetings, Prince William – Volunteer Prince William’s Alternative Community Service Program needs 2-3 Spanish/English bilingual volunteers to provide translation services to our community service clients each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. This is an as-needed, remote, teleconferencing opportunity. Spanish-speaking clients are instructed to phone our office Tuesdays and Thursdays between 1 pm and 3 pm. We will conference with you on the call in order to assist with completing our intake process. Training is provided!  Please contact Shelley at 703.369.5292 Ext 316 or [email protected] for more information.

Non-COVID-19 Opportunities:

• Does your organization have that “one in a million” volunteer or community partner who has been especially helpful to your agency during this pandemic? Here’s your chance to recognize and thank them for their service – nominations for the Virginia Governor’s Volunteerism & Community Service Awards are now open! Please visit https://virginiaservice.virginia.gov/volunteering/governors-volunteerism-awards/ to view the categories and submit your nomination. Online nominations must be submitted by 5pm, April 23. Winners will be honored in May. Please email [email protected] for more information.
  
• ACTS has a critical need for volunteers in the Hunger Prevention Center and in ACTS’ Thrift Store and Thrift Donation Center. However, ACTS’ main concern is the health and safety of volunteers, staff, and community. Please visit https://www.actspwc.org/volunteer for information on volunteering and policies in place for volunteers.  Contact Shirley at [email protected] for more information.
  
• BEACON has an urgent need for a Tech Facilitator for their Monday morning class, 9:30 am-11 am through March 2nd.  Volunteers will provide technical support via Zoom.  Basic knowledge on hosting meetings and using Zoom features preferred.  Training provided.  BEACON is also in need of Volunteer Teachers for their ESOL classes for the Spring session which begins March 22.  It’s a minimum 12-week commitment, 2-4 hours of teaching per week.  Training is provided!  Please fill out an application at https://beaconliteracy.org/get-involved/volunteer-application/.  For more information, call 571.422.2242 or email [email protected].
  
• Delta Sigma Theta invites you to join them for a free, online Black History Month event on Saturday, Feb. 6, 11 am-12noon.  Nationally acclaimed artist, Mr. René Dickerson, will present a virtual artist talk of his first retrospective exhibit, hosted at the ARTfactory (formerly Center for the Arts) in Old Town Manassas.  Please click on this link to participate: https://zoom.us/j/95189862893. During this online event, René will share several pieces of his original artwork, discuss his creative process and answer questions.  Please email Deborah at[email protected] for more information.
  
• House of Mercy says, “Help Fill Our Fridge and Stock Our Shelves!”  They are kicking off their first Virtual Food Drive to stock the shelves in their Food Pantry.  Visit their Virtual Food Drive page, Select the products you want to donate then View your cart, click and pay.  It’s easy as 1-2-3!  Please visit https://houseofmercyva.org/ to begin shopping and help food-insecure families.  Please email [email protected] to learn more.
  
• Mark your calendars!  Keep Prince William Beautiful is hosting a Community Cleanup on Saturday, February 13, focusing on the Fuller Heights Road area in Triangle.  Two shifts are available, 10am-1pm and 10:30am-1:30pm.  Volunteers will meet at Fuller Heights Park, 18511 Old Triangle Road, Triangle, and will spread out from there to remove litter from the public spaces in the community.  Children under 16 are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.  Please visit https://volunteer.kab.org/opportunity/a2a4M0000017HCMQA2 to register.  Please contact Sean at [email protected] to learn more about this family-friendly event.
  
• Prevention Alliance of Greater Prince William (www.thepreventionalliance.org) is conducting a Young Adult Survey.  This anonymous survey will help gather current behavioral health data to better understand behavioral health trends among young adult populations within the county and better inform prevention strategies for the upcoming year.  Those between 18-25 who are residents of Prince William County, City of Manassas, or Manassas Park are eligible to participate for the chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card.  Participants should visithttps://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W67KPFN to take the survey.  Please email [email protected] for more information.
  
• Did You Know:  Prince William Food Rescue Heroes who are “55 and better” can also join the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)!  Along with the benefits of volunteering to do home food deliveries, RSVP members also receive a mileage stipend and insurance coverage while on their volunteer shift.  Just an hour or so of your time helps provide food to local families facing food insecurity!  Please email[email protected] to learn how you can join.
  
• SERVE needs groups of 6-8 people who can prepare a home-cooked meal for their 60-70 shelter residents.  All meals are drop-by delivered only due to the pandemic.  However, this lets families and kids help out at home!  You’ll feel great knowing you’re bringing the warmth and comfort of a nutritious home-cooked meal to the homeless!  Please contact Julie at  [email protected] for a list of open dates.
  
• Spanish speakers! SERVE also needs bilingual volunteers age 21+ to assist food clients in their Hunger Resource Center.  Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age, able to speak fluent Spanish and English, be able to commit to at least one shift per week for at least six months.  Your skills will make a big impact as you ensure Spanish speaking families have access to nutritious food.  Please email [email protected] to learn how you can make a difference.
  

COVID-19 Volunteer Opportunities:

Medical Reserve Corps  Support your local health department and your community during a public health emergency!  Volunteers are needed to support several missions, including public health education and outreach, disease investigation, vaccine clinics, and more!  Medical experience is not required; they have roles for everyone!  Bilingual volunteers are especially needed.  Volunteers must be 18 years of age, complete minimum training, and pass a state background check to serve.  Please fill out an application at vamrc.org.  Questions?  Please email Amy at [email protected] for more information.

• American Red Cross needs volunteers to be Shelter Service Associates in the event of a disaster during COVID-19.  Volunteers work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event, completing tasks necessary for shelter operations and providing assistance for disaster clients. Duties include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter.  Please email[email protected] for more information.
  
• Prince William Food Rescue (PWFR) needs Food Rescue Heroes as the program is super busy delivering food to both ACTS and SERVE homebound senior citizens.  Volunteers are urgently needed countywide!  Home food deliveries are no contact and follow social distancing guidelines.  PWFR is an app-based program enabling volunteers to pick up viable, close to expiration food from supermarkets, restaurants, food pantries, etc., and then deliver it to a program that can immediately use the food. Just an hour of your time will do much to provide relief for food-insecure families in our community!  More info on PWFR may be found at https://pwfoodrescue.org/. Please contact Shirley at [email protected] or call 703.441.8606 ext. 212 for more information.

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call our wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William at 703.369.5292.  You can also visit our website at www.volunteerprincewilliam.org.  Thanks so much for all you do in our community.

Greetings, Prince William – Does your organization have that “one in a million” volunteer or community partner who has been especially helpful to your agency during this pandemic? Here’s your chance to recognize and thank them for their service – nominations for the Virginia Governor’s Volunteerism & Community Service Awards are now open!

Please visit virginiaservice.virginia.gov/volunteering/governors-volunteerism-awards to view the categories and submit your nomination. Online nominations must be submitted by 5 pm, April 23. Winners will be honored in May. Please email [email protected] for more information.

Non-COVID-19 Opportunities:

• ACTS has a critical need for volunteers in the Hunger Prevention Center and in ACTS’ Thrift Store and Thrift Donation Center. However, ACTS’ main concern is the health and safety of volunteers, staff, and community. Please visit https://www.actspwc.org/volunteer for information on volunteering and policies in place for volunteers.  Contact Shirley at [email protected] for more information.

• BEACON has an urgent need for a Tech Facilitator for their Monday morning class, 9:30 am-11 am through March 2nd.  Volunteers will provide technical support via Zoom.  Basic knowledge on hosting meetings and using Zoom features preferred.  Training provided.  Please fill out an application at https://beaconliteracy.org/get-involved/volunteer-application/.  For more information, call 571.422.2242 or email [email protected].

• Delta Sigma Theta invites you to join them for a free, online Black History Month event on Saturday, Feb. 6, 11 am-12noon.  Nationally acclaimed artist, Mr. René Dickerson, will present a virtual artist talk of his first retrospective exhibit, hosted at the ARTfactory (formerly Center for the Arts) in Old Town Manassas.  Please click on this link to participate: https://zoom.us/j/95189862893. During this online event, René will share several pieces of his original artwork, discuss his creative process and answer questions.  Please email Deborah at [email protected] for more information.

• House of Mercy says, “Help Fill Our Fridge and Stock Our Shelves!”  They are kicking off their first Virtual Food Drive to stock the shelves in their Food Pantry.  Visit their Virtual Food Drive page, Select the products you want to donate then View your cart, click and pay.  It’s easy as 1-2-3!  Please visit https://houseofmercyva.org/ to begin shopping and help food-insecure families.  Please email [email protected] to learn more.

• If you missed Wreaths Across America, your help is still needed! On Saturday, January 30, NOVA Veterans Association needs volunteers to retrieve and dispose of wreaths at Quantico National Cemetery. Staging for this event will occur at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 18410 Chapel Drive, Triangle. Two shifts are set up, 10am-11am and 11:30am-12:30pm. Face masks required social distancing will be practiced. It’s a great activity for all ages, and students needing community service will get credit for their hours! Please sign up and learn more at http://bit.ly/3se83vk. Questions? Please email [email protected].
• Prevention Alliance of Greater Prince William (www.thepreventionalliance.org) is conducting a Young Adult Survey.  This anonymous survey will help gather current behavioral health data to better understand behavioral health trends among young adult populations within the county and better inform prevention strategies for the upcoming year.  Those between 18-25 who are residents of Prince William County, City of Manassas, or Manassas Park are eligible to participate for the chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card.  Participants should visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/W67KPFN to take the survey.  Please email [email protected] for more information.

• Did You Know:  Prince William Food Rescue Heroes who are “55 and better” can also join the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)!  Along with the benefits of volunteering to do home food deliveries, RSVP members also receive a mileage stipend and insurance coverage while on their volunteer shift.  Just an hour or so of your time helps provide food to local families facing food insecurity!  Please email [email protected] to learn how you can join.

• SERVE needs groups of 6-8 people who can prepare a home-cooked meal for their 60-70 shelter residents.  All meals are drop-by delivered only due to the pandemic.  However, this lets families and kids help out at home!  You’ll feel great knowing you’re bringing the warmth and comfort of a nutritious home-cooked meal to the homeless!  Please contact Julie at  [email protected] for a list of open dates.

• Spanish speakers! SERVE also needs bilingual volunteers age 21+ to assist food clients in their Hunger Resource Center.  Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age, able to speak fluent Spanish and English, be able to commit to at least one shift per week for at least six months.  Your skills will make a big impact as you ensure Spanish-speaking families have access to nutritious food.  Please email [email protected] to learn how you can make a difference.

COVID-19 Volunteer Opportunities:

Medical Reserve Corps  Support your local health department and your community during a public health emergency!  Volunteers are needed to support several missions, including public health education and outreach, disease investigation, vaccine clinics, and more!  Medical experience is not required; they have roles for everyone!  Bilingual volunteers are especially needed.  Volunteers must be 18 years of age, complete minimum training, and pass a state background check to serve.  Please fill out an application at vamrc.org.  Questions?  Please email Amy at [email protected] for more information.

• American Red Cross needs volunteers to be Shelter Service Associates in the event of a disaster during COVID-19.  Volunteers work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event, completing tasks necessary for shelter operations and providing assistance for disaster clients. Duties include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter.  Please email [email protected] for more information.

• Prince William Food Rescue (PWFR) needs Food Rescue Heroes as the program is super busy delivering food to both ACTS and SERVE homebound senior citizens.  Volunteers are urgently needed countywide!  Home food deliveries are no contact and follow social distancing guidelines.  PWFR is an app-based program enabling volunteers to pick up viable, close to expiration food from supermarkets, restaurants, food pantries, etc., and then deliver it to a program that can immediately use the food. Just an hour of your time will do much to provide relief for food-insecure families in our community!  More info on PWFR may be found at https://pwfoodrescue.org/.  Please contact Shirley at [email protected] or call 703.441.8606 ext. 212 for more information.

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call our wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William at 703.369.5292.  You can also visit our website at volunteerprincewilliam.org.  Thanks so much for all you do in our community.

Prince William Food Rescue needs Food Rescue Heroes as the program is busy delivering food to both ACTS and SERVE homebound senior citizens. Volunteers are needed county-wide! Home food deliveries are no contact and follow social distancing guidelines.

Prince William Food Rescue is an app-based program enabling volunteers to pick up viable, close to expiration food from supermarkets, restaurants, and food pantries, and then deliver it to a program that can immediately use the food. Just an hour of your time will do much to provide relief for food-insecure families in our community!

More info on Prince William Food Rescue may be found online at this website. Please contact Shirley at [email protected] or call (703) 441-8606 ext. 212 for more information.

Non-Coronavirus Volunteer Opportunities:

Mark your calendars for the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on October 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Collection sites will be at both Novant medical centers in Manassas and Haymarket, along with Sentara Lake Ridge. This is a way to get those unused and expired meds safely out of your medicine cabinet where they could fall into the wrong hands. Please visit this website to learn more.

The staff at ACTS has a big need for volunteers to help sort and organize the donations received at their Thrift Donation Center. Families and groups of seven or less welcome. Sorted items will be placed for sale in the ACTS Thrift Store where proceeds directly fund ACTS programs. All volunteers must complete and submit the online volunteer registration form found at this website. Please email Lisa at [email protected] or Luke at [email protected] to learn more.

Halloween is almost here, and Historic Manassas is hosting a Mask-querade Ball on October 31 at Harris Pavilion. Volunteers are needed to work a four-hour shift as set up crew, thermometer readers, ticket sales and check-in, game attendants, and costume contest judging. Masks must be worn; volunteers can come in costume. Please email Historic Manassas at [email protected] for more information on this event.

Manassas Hunger & Homeless Outreach Ministries is holding a Virtual Food Drive through November 30 to benefit Manassas Mobile Home Park. Residents of this community have been severely impacted by the loss of jobs and income due to the coronavirus and your donation will help to replenish their community food pantry. Please visit this website to learn how you can help.

The Salvation Army is recruiting volunteers for their Red Kettle Campaign, a long-standing holiday tradition that raises funds to benefit local families and individuals in need. Volunteers choose their locations and time slots and then ring the Salvation Army Bell. All ages welcome; those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or up at all times. Great for groups, families, young children, and older adults. Coronavirus safety measures include a mask requirement and sanitizing supplies (provided) to keep the kettle and bell clean. Please visit this website to sign up, call (703) 580-8991, or email Angela at [email protected].

Save the date for the upcoming Semper K9 Hero Hike, being held virtually Veterans Day week. Run a 5K or walk a mile in honor or memory of a hero. Registration for ages 13 and up is $35, free for ages 12 and under. Please visit this website for more information.

Operation Turkey at SERVE is just around the corner. Volunteers aged 16 and up are needed from November 16 to 21 to help sort and organize food, assemble food packages, and unload surplus food at SERVE. Be prepared for prolonged standing and lifting up to 20 pounds. Hurry, slots fill up quickly. Visit this website to create your account and sign up. Please email SERVE at [email protected] to learn more.

Cold weather will be here soon and the staff at SERVE are looking for a self-starter volunteer Coat Closet & Donations Assistant to help with their upcoming coat drive. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and able to lift up to 15 pounds. Duties include sorting and organizing donations, assisting families with locating properly sized coats, ensuring rules are followed and ensuring the cleanliness of coat closet. Volunteers must wear a face mask, submit to a temperature check, and complete a health questionnaire at the start of each shift. Please contact Karen at [email protected] for more information.

Coronavirus Volunteer Opportunities:

Medical Reserve Corps support your local health department and your community during a public health emergency. Volunteers are needed to support several missions, including public health education and outreach, disease investigation, and vaccine clinics. Medical experience is not required; they have roles for everyone. Bilingual volunteers are especially needed. Volunteers must be 18 years of age, complete minimum training, and pass a state background check to serve. Please fill out an application at this website. Please email Amy at [email protected] for more information.

ACTS and the Community Feeding Taskforce are in need of Volunteer Delivery Drivers to deliver food daily from the Community Feeding Taskforce Warehouse in Manassas to multiple food distribution sites. Volunteers must be able to maneuver pallets using a pallet jack and assist with loading the truck from the Community Feeding Taskforce Warehouse and then unloading pallets at the destination. Volunteers should be able to lift 40 pounds. Must have a valid driver’s license. Background check required. All ACTS Volunteers must first complete and submit the online volunteer application found online. Please contact Shirley at [email protected] to learn more.

American Red Cross needs volunteers to be Shelter Service Associates in the event of a disaster during the coronavirus. Volunteers work in-person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event, completing tasks necessary for shelter operations and providing assistance for disaster clients. Duties include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter. Please email [email protected] for more information.

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call the team at Volunteer Prince William at (703) 369-5292. You can also visit the Volunteer Prince William website. Thanks so much for all you do in our community.

Good Morning – Prince William Food Rescue (PWFR) needs Food Rescue Heroes as the program is super busy delivering food to both ACTS and SERVE homebound clients.

Volunteers in the Manassas/Gainesville/Haymarket area are desperately needed.  Home food deliveries are no contact and follow social distancing guidelines.  PWFR is an app-based program enabling volunteers to pick up viable, close to expiration food from supermarkets, restaurants, food pantries, etc., and then deliver it to a program that can immediately use the food. Just an hour of your time will do much to provide relief for food-insecure families in our community.  More info on PWFR may be found at pwfoodrescue.org.

Please contact Shirley at [email protected] or call 703.441.8606 ext. 212 for more information.

Non-COVID-19 Opportunities:

• BEACON for Adult Literacy urgently needs volunteers to become virtual technology facilitators for their morning fall classes operating now to November 12. Classes are held Monday and Wednesday morning, 9 am-11 am. Volunteers will provide technical support via Zoom for instructors of online classes 2-4 hours a week. Basic knowledge of hosting meetings and using Zoom features preferred. Please fill out an application at https://beaconliteracy.org/get-involved/volunteer-application/. For more information, call 571.422.2242 or email [email protected].

• Halloween is almost here, and Historic Manassas is hosting a Mask-querade Ball on October 31 at Harris Pavilion.  Volunteers are needed to work a 4-hour shift as set up crew, thermometer readers, ticket sales and check-in, game attendants, and costume contest judging.  Masks must be worn; volunteers can come in costume.  Please email [email protected] for more information on this fun event.

• Keep Prince William Beautiful is hosting a Community Litter Cleanup with the Town of Dumfries on October 10, 10 am-1 pm.  There are two registration times, 10 am and 10:30 am, in order to maximize COVID safety precautions.  All cleanup supplies will be provided.  Volunteers should wear close-toed shoes, and please bring a water bottle.  More information, including how to register, can be found at https://bit.ly/3cOZgJc  Please contact Sean at [email protected] to learn more.

• Here’s a unique way to donate food and fight hunger!  Manassas Hunger & Homeless Outreach Ministries is holding a Virtual Food Drive through November 30 to benefit Manassas Mobile Home Park.  Residents of this community have been severely impacted by the loss of jobs and income due to COVID-19 and your donation will help to replenish their community food pantry.  Please visit https://www.fooddriveonline.org/manassasfoodpantry/MHHO to learn how you can help.

• Mark your calendar!  Prince William County Solid Waste Division and Keep Prince William Beautiful will be holding their first ever Fix-It Fair on October 17, 10 am-4 pm, at Connaughton Plaza, 1 County Complex Court, Woodbridge.  It’s a great way to bring your salvageable items for repair and reuse!  Repair work will be done by appointment only and pre-registration is required.  Please visit www.KPWB.org/events to sign up for an appointment.  Please email [email protected] for more information.

• The Salvation Army is collecting items for seniors and vulnerable populations. You can help by creating care packages from the security of your own home and safely dropping items at their Prince William location in Woodbridge. Food items such as canned soups/other dry or canned foods are requested.  Non-food items such as socks, toiletries, diapers/baby wipes and sanitizing supplies are also needed.  Donated items can be dropped off at 1483 Old Bridge Road, Suite 102, Woodbridge 22192.  Please email Angela at [email protected] or call 703.580.8991 to learn more.

• Mark your calendar for the upcoming Semper K9 Hero Hike, being held virtually Veterans Day week.  Run a 5K or walk a mile in honor or memory of a hero!  Registration for ages 13 and up is $35, free for ages 12 and under.  Please visit http://www.semperk9.org/herohike/ for more information.

• SERVE’s Hunger Resource Center needs Food Recovery Driver volunteers to make routine pick-ups from grocery stores and restaurants.  Shifts are Monday-Friday, 8 am-12 pm with a commitment of at least one day a week.  This is a long-term commitment of at least six months.  Volunteers must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license.  Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.  Ride along with training with experienced volunteer or staff and vehicle provided.  Please email [email protected] for more information.

COVID-19 Volunteer Opportunities:

Medical Reserve Corps  Support your local health department and your community during a public health emergency!  Volunteers are needed to support several missions, including public health education and outreach, disease investigation, vaccine clinics, and more!  Medical experience is not required; they have roles for everyone!  Bilingual volunteers are especially needed.  Volunteers must be 18 years of age, complete minimum training, and pass a state background check to serve.  Please fill out an application at vamrc.org.  Questions?  Please email Amy at [email protected] for more information.

• ACTS and the Community Feeding Taskforce (CFT) are in urgent need of Volunteer Delivery Drivers (non-CDL) to deliver food daily from the CFT Warehouse in Manassas to multiple food distribution sites.  Volunteers must be able to maneuver pallets using a pallet jack and assist with loading the truck from the CFT Warehouse and then unloading pallets at the destination.  Volunteers should be able to lift 40 pounds.  Must have a valid driver’s license; non-CDL is okay.  Background Check required.  All ACTS Volunteers must first complete and submit the online volunteer application found at actspwc.org.  Please contact Shirley at [email protected] to learn more.

• American Red Cross needs volunteers to be Shelter Service Associates in the event of a disaster during COVID-19.  Volunteers work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during, and/or after a disaster event, completing tasks necessary for shelter operations and providing assistance for disaster clients. Duties include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter.  Please email [email protected] for more information.

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call our wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William at 703-369-5292.  You can also visit our website at volunteerprincewilliam.org.  Thanks so much for all you do in our community.

Good Morning Prince William – Halloween is almost here, and Historic Manassas is hosting a “Mask-querade” Ball on October 31 at Harris Pavilion.  Volunteers are needed to work a 4-hour shift as set up crew, thermometer readers, ticket sales and check-in, game attendants and costume contest judging.  Masks must be worn; volunteers can come in costume.  Please email [email protected] for more information on this fun event.

Non-COVID-19 Opportunities:

• BEACON for Adult Literacy urgently needs volunteers to become virtual technology facilitators for their morning fall classes operating now to November 12. Classes are held Monday and Wednesday morning, 9am-11am. Volunteers will provide technical support via Zoom for instructors of online classes 2-4 hours a week. Basic knowledge on hosting meetings and using Zoom features preferred. Please fill out an application at https://beaconliteracy.org/get-involved/volunteer-application/. For more information, call 571-422-2242 or email [email protected].

• For Children’s Sake of Virginia urgently needs Virtual Tutors age 18+ to help foster children with their schoolwork.  Volunteers can assist any weekday or evening on a wide variety of subjects from elementary through high school.  These foster youth are struggling and now that school continues to be virtual, they need some serious help from dedicated tutors.  Please contact Kelley at [email protected] for more information.

• Save the Date!  Keep Prince William Beautiful will hold their October Cleanup in Dumfries on October 10, 10am-1:30pm.  Meet at 17755 Main Street in Dumfries; volunteers will spread out to remove litter from the public spaces.  Please visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/keepprincewilliambeautiful for more information on how you can participate.

• Here’s a unique way to donate food and fight hunger!  Manassas Hunger & Homeless Outreach Ministries is holding a Virtual Food Drive through November 30 to benefit Manassas Mobile Home Park.  Residents of this community have been severely impacted by the loss of jobs and income due to COVID-19 and your donation will help to replenish their community food pantry.  Please visit https://www.fooddriveonline.org/manassasfoodpantry/MHHO to learn how you can help.

• Mark your calendar!  Prince William County Solid Waste Division and Keep Prince William Beautiful will be holding their first-ever Fix-It Fair on October 17, 10 am-4 pm, at Connaughton Plaza, 1 County Complex Court, Woodbridge.  It’s a great way bring your salvageable items for repair and reuse!  Repair work will be done by appointment only and pre-registration is required.  Please visit www.KPWB.org/events to sign up for an appointment.  Please email [email protected] for more information.

• Prince William Food Rescue (PWFR) can still use volunteer Food Rescue Heroes as the program is super busy delivering food to both ACTS and SERVE homebound clients.  Volunteers in the Gainesville/Haymarket area are especially needed!  Home food deliveries are no contact and follow social distancing guidelines.  PWFR is an app-based program enabling volunteers to pick up viable, close to expiration food from supermarkets, restaurants, food pantries, etc., and then deliver it to a program that can immediately use the food. More info on PWFR may be found at https://pwfoodrescue.org/.  Please contact Shirley at [email protected] or call 703-441-8606 ext. 212 for more information.

• The Salvation Army is collecting items for seniors and vulnerable populations. You can help by creating care packages from the security of your own home and safely dropping items at their Prince William location in Woodbridge. Food items such as canned soups/other dry or canned foods are requested.  Non-food items such as socks, toiletries, diapers/baby wipes, and sanitizing supplies are also needed.  Donated items can be dropped off at 1483 Old Bridge Road, Suite 102, Woodbridge 22192.  Please email Angela at [email protected] or call 703-580-8991 to learn more.

• SERVE’s Hunger Resource Center needs Food Recovery Driver volunteers to make routine pick-ups from grocery stores and restaurants.  Shifts are Monday-Friday, 8 am-12 pm with a commitment of at least one day a week.  This is a long-term commitment of at least six months.  Volunteers must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license.  Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.  Ride-along training with experienced volunteer or staff and vehicle provided.  Please email [email protected] for more information.

COVID-19 Volunteer Opportunities:

The Community Feeding Task Force Operations Center in Manassas needs strong volunteers age 18-55 on Friday afternoons from 12noon to 3pm to help with large end-of-week pick-ups for the community food pantries and restocking.  This is a very busy time of the week since many pantries offer food distributions on the weekend.  You’ll feel great as you work hard to provide food for vulnerable families in our community!  To register, please visit www.volunteerprincewilliam.org to create an account, then Respond to this opportunity (“Community Feeding Taskforce Warehouse Friday Afternoons”).  Please email [email protected] for more information.

Medical Reserve Corps  Support your local health department and your community during a public health emergency!  Volunteers are needed to support several missions, including public health education and outreach, disease investigation, vaccine clinics, and more!  Medical experience is not required; they have roles for everyone!  Bilingual volunteers are especially needed.  Volunteers must be 18 years of age, complete minimum training, and pass a state background check to serve.  Please fill out an application at vamrc.org.  Questions?  Please email Amy at [email protected] for more information.

• ACTS and the Community Feeding Taskforce (CFT) are in urgent need of Volunteer Delivery Drivers (non-CDL) to deliver food daily from the CFT Warehouse in Manassas to multiple food distribution sites.  Volunteers must be able to maneuver pallets using a pallet jack and assist with loading the truck from the CFT Warehouse and then unloading pallets at the destination.  Volunteers should be able to lift 40 pounds.  Must have a valid driver’s license; non-CDL is okay.  A background check is required.  All ACTS Volunteers must first complete and submit the online volunteer application found at actspwc.org.  Please contact Shirley at [email protected] to learn more.

• American Red Cross needs volunteers to be Shelter Service Associates in the event of a disaster during COVID-19.  Volunteers work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during, and after a disaster event, completing tasks necessary for shelter operations and providing assistance for disaster clients. Duties include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter.  Please email [email protected] for more information.

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call our wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William at 703-369-5292.  You can also visit our website at www.volunteerprincewilliam.org.  Thanks so much for all you do in our community.

Good Morning Prince William – We are receiving a number of non-COVID19 volunteer needs, along with several volunteer opportunities associated with COVID19.  In an effort to make this less confusing, we have broken the opportunities down into non-COVID19 opportunities first, followed by volunteer opportunities associated with COVID-19.

Non-COVID-19 Opportunities:

• BEACON for Adult Literacy urgently needs volunteers to become virtual technology facilitators for their fall classes operating now to November 12. Classes are held Monday and Wednesday morning (9am-11am) and Tuesday and Thursday evening (6:30pm-8pm). Volunteers will provide technical support via Zoom for instructors of online classes 2-4 hours a week. Basic knowledge on hosting meetings and using Zoom features preferred. Please fill out an application at https://beaconliteracy.org/get-involved/volunteer-application/. For more information, call 571.422.2242 or email [email protected].
  
• Divine Inspirations Inc., a nonprofit which provides performing arts opportunities for underprivileged, at-risk youth, is looking for volunteers to help as a Virtual Executive Assistant and a Virtual Social Media Manager.  They are also looking for community minded individuals who would be interested in joining their Board of Directors.  Please email [email protected] to learn more.
  
• For Children’s Sake of Virginia urgently needs Virtual Tutors age 18+ to help foster children with their schoolwork.  Volunteers can assist any weekday or evening on a wide variety of subjects from elementary through high school.  These foster youth are struggling and now that school continues to be virtual, they need some serious help from dedicated tutors.  Please contact Kelley at [email protected] for more information.
  
• Habitat for Humanity PWC has been named beneficiary of the 27th Lou Maroon Golf Celebration, scheduled for September 16 at Evergreen Country Club, 15900 Berkeley Drive, Haymarket 20169.  Golf-loving volunteers are needed starting at 9am to help with set-up, registration and various golf contests throughout the day.  To sign up, please  visit Habitat’s Volunteer Calendar at https://habitatpwc.volunteermatrix.com/.  Please email [email protected] or call 703.369.6708 to learn more.
  
• Historic Manassas is hosting the annual Bands Brews and BBQ event on Sept 12 in Old Town.  Volunteers are needed beginning at 8am to help with such duties as directions, thermometer readers, sell/check tickets and pour beer.  Volunteers are asked for work four-hour shifts; masks are required for all volunteers.  Please email[email protected] to learn more about this fun event.
  
• Prince William Food Rescue (PWFR) can still use volunteer Food Rescue Heroes as the program is super busy delivering food to both ACTS and SERVE homebound clients.  Volunteers in the Gainesville/Haymarket area are especially needed!  Home food deliveries are no contact and follow social distancing guidelines.  PWFR is an app-based program enabling volunteers to pick up viable, close to expiration food from supermarkets, restaurants, food pantries, etc., and then deliver it to a program that can immediately use the food. More info on PWFR may be found at https://pwfoodrescue.org/.  Please contact Shirley at [email protected] or call 703.441.8606 ext. 212 for more information.
  
• The Salvation Army is collecting items for seniors and vulnerable populations. You can help by creating care packages from the security of your own home and safely dropping items at their Prince William location in Woodbridge. Food items such as canned soups/other dry or canned foods are requested.  Non-food items such as socks, toiletries, diapers/baby wipes and sanitizing supplies are also needed.  Donated items can be dropped off at 1483 Old Bridge Road, Woodbridge Suite 102, Woodbridge 22192.  Please email Angela at[email protected] or call 202.345.2238 to learn more.
  
• Serve Our Willing Warriors needs volunteers for their upcoming 3rd Annual Warrior Bike Ride September 26, at The Farm Brewery at Broad Run, 16015 John Marshall Highway, Broad Run, VA 20137.  Volunteers will help with setting up, acting as Route Hosts, break down/clean up and much more!  Individuals and groups welcome!  The first riders depart at 7:30am and all cyclists will be done by 2pm.  Volunteers must wear a mask and observe social distancing.  Free lunch and a t-shirt to all volunteers!  For more information, please email Liz at[email protected].
  
• SERVE’s Hunger Resource Center needs Food Recovery Driver volunteers to make routine pick-ups from grocery stores and restaurants.  Shifts are Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm with a commitment of at least one day a week.  This is a long-term commitment of at least six months.  Volunteers must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license.  Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.  Ride along training with experienced volunteer or staff and vehicle provided.  Please email [email protected] for more information.
  

COVID-19 Volunteer Opportunities:

The Community Feeding Taskforce needs volunteers to help break down large deliveries of food into smaller bundles to be redistributed to over 55 local food pantries.  All work is done in their Manassas food warehouse. Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday mornings 8am-12pm and Friday afternoons 12pm-4pm.  If you are healthy, between 18 and 55 and able to lift up to 40lbs, please consider volunteering.  To register, please create an account on our website atwww.volunteerprincewilliam.org, then go into the opportunity to Respond to the opportunity.  Please email[email protected] for more information.

The Community Feeding Taskforce Food Hotline has an urgent need for Spanish speaking volunteers who can assist staff with answering calls to the Hotline on weekday afternoons during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Duties include answering calls from those in need of food, redirecting callers to a food pantry closest to where they live and arranging home deliveries for shut-ins.  Training is provided; however, volunteers will work from home and must have their own computer and Internet access.  Bilingual skills in Spanish required.  To register, please create an account on our website at www.volunteerprincewilliam.org, then go into the opportunity to Respond to the opportunity.  Please email[email protected] to learn more.

Holy Family Food Pantry, a partner of the Community Feeding Taskforce, has an urgent need for Spanish speaking volunteers who can help answer phones and make appointments on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday mornings.  Bilingual skills in Spanish required.  To register, please create an account on our website atwww.volunteerprincewilliam.org, then go into the opportunity to Respond to the opportunity.  Please email[email protected] for more information.

Medical Reserve Corps  Support your local health department and your community during a public health emergency!  Volunteers are needed to support several missions, including public health education and outreach, disease investigation, vaccine clinics, and more!  Medical experience is not required; they have roles for everyone!  Bilingual volunteers are especially needed.  Volunteers must be 18 years of age, complete minimum training, and pass a state background check to serve.  Please fill out an application at vamrc.org.  Questions?  Please email Amy at[email protected] for more information.

• ACTS and the Community Feeding Taskforce (CFT) are in urgent need of Volunteer Delivery Drivers (non-CDL) to deliver food daily from the CFT Warehouse in Manassas to multiple food distribution sites.  Volunteers must be able to maneuver pallets using a pallet jack and assist with loading the truck from the CFT Warehouse and then unloading pallets at the destination.  Volunteers should be able to lift 40 pounds.  Must have a valid driver’s license; non-CDL is okay.  Background Check required.  All ACTS Volunteers must first complete and submit the online volunteer application found at actspwc.org.  Please contact Shirley at [email protected]to learn more.
  
• American Red Cross needs volunteers to be Shelter Service Associates in the event of a disaster during COVID-19.  Volunteers work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event, completing tasks necessary for shelter operations and providing assistance for disaster clients. Duties include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter.  Please email[email protected] for more information.
  

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call our wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William at 703.369.5292.  You can also visit our website at www.volunteerprincewilliam.org.  Thanks so much for all you do in our community.

Here’s a list of voluneter opportunities in our community, compiled by Volunteer Prince William.

Good Morning – The Community Feeding Taskforce Food Hotline has an urgent need for Spanish speaking volunteers who can assist staff with answering calls to the Hotline during the COVID-19 pandemic. Duties include answering calls from those in need of food, redirecting callers to a food pantry closest to where they live and arranging home deliveries for shut-ins. Training is provided; however, volunteers will work from home and must have their own computer and Internet access. Bilingual skills in Spanish required.

To register, please create an account on our website then go into the opportunity to Respond to the opportunity. Please email [email protected] to learn more.

* Do you need to do court-mandated community service? The Community Feeding Taskforce needs volunteers to help in their Manassas food warehouse on weekdays. Must be between ages 18-55 and able to lift up to 40 pounds. This is a wonderful way to fulfill required hours, while at the same time helping vulnerable families get the food they need during COVID-19! Please contact Shelley at 703.369.5292, ext. 2 or email [email protected] to learn more.

* Medical Reserve Corps Support your local health department and your community during a public health emergency! Volunteers are needed to support several missions, including public health education and outreach, disease investigation, vaccine clinics, and more! Medical experience is not required; they have roles for everyone! Bilingual volunteers are especially needed. Volunteers must be 18 years of age, complete minimum training, and pass a state background check to serve. Please fill out an application at vamrc.org. Questions? Please email Amy at [email protected] for more information.

* ACTS needs volunteers to assist staff in opening the ACTS Thrift Store to the public. Volunteers will work in a warehouse setting at the ACTS Thrift Store Donation Center located at 17690 Main Street, Dumfries. Thrift Store Donation Center volunteers primarily sort through donations and prepare them for sale in the Thrift Store. Note: All volunteers must complete and submit the online volunteer application found at actspwc.org prior to volunteering. If you are healthy, between 18 and 55 and able to lift 20 pounds or more, they need your help! Please contact the Thrift Store at 703-221-3298 or email Luke at [email protected]  to let them know your availability.

* American Red Cross needs volunteers to be Shelter Service Associates in the event of a disaster during COVID-19. Volunteers work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event, completing tasks necessary for shelter operations and providing assistance for disaster clients. Duties include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter. Please email [email protected] for more information.

* Divine Inspirations Inc., a nonprofit which provides performing arts opportunities for underprivileged, at-risk youth, is looking for volunteers to help as a Virtual Executive Assistant and a Virtual Social Media Manager. They are also looking for community-minded individuals who would be interested in joining their Board of Directors. Please email [email protected] to learn more.

* Prince William Food Rescue (PWFR) can still use volunteer Food Rescue Heroes as the program is super busy delivering food to both ACTS and SERVE homebound clients. Volunteers in the Gainesville/Haymarket area are especially needed! Home food deliveries are no contact and follow social distancing guidelines. PWFR is an app-based program enabling volunteers to pick up viable, close to expiration food from supermarkets, restaurants, food pantries, etc., and then deliver it to a program that can immediately use the food. More info on PWFR may be found at pwfoodrescue.org. Please contact Shirley at [email protected] or call 703-441-8606 ext. 212 for more information.

* Prince William Solid Waste Division and Keep Prince William Beautiful are joining forces for their Fix-it-Fair on October 17 in conjunction with Prince William Recycles Day. Handy, tinkerer volunteers are needed-if you like to repair small appliances, clocks, jewelry etc. you would help promote reuse practices to reduce waste. Fix-It events provide members of the community the opportunity to bring salvageable items for repair and subsequent reuse. Social distancing will be enforced to maximize the safety of fixers, volunteers and attendees. Please send an email to [email protected] with your name, phone and fix-it specialties.

* The Salvation Army is collecting items for seniors and vulnerable populations. You can help by creating care packages from the security of your own home and safely dropping items at their Prince William location in Woodbridge. Food items such as canned soups/other dry or canned foods are requested. Non-food items such as socks, toiletries, diapers/baby wipes and sanitizing supplies are also needed. Donated items can be dropped off at 1483 Old Bridge Road, Woodbridge Suite 102, Woodbridge 22192. Please email Angela at [email protected] or call 202-345-2238 to learn more.

* The shelter at SERVE has a need for donations of new pillows to help the 92 residents (adults and children) get a good night’s sleep as they rebuild their lives. Other needs include paper products, toiletries, diapers, cleaning supplies, and masks. Please contact Julie at [email protected] for more information.

* Serve Our Willing Warriors needs volunteers to support their upcoming 3rd Annual Warrior Bike Ride on September 26, beginning 7:30 am at The Farm Brewery at Broad Run. They especially need route hosts to be stationed along the route to help direct cyclists on the course. Individuals or groups welcome! The first riders depart at 7:30 am and all cyclists will be off the road by 2 pm. Volunteers must wear a mask and social distancing will be observed. All volunteers will receive lunch and a t-shirt. For more information, please contact Liz Costanzo at [email protected].

* StreetLight Community Ministries urgently needs donations of nonperishable food for their Food Pantry so they can continue giving aid to our homeless and impoverished neighbors during this pandemic. Donations will be accepted every Tuesday, 9:30 am-11:30 am. Please email [email protected] to learn more.

* USO Quantico West is recruiting volunteers to help with special events, work the front desk, or simply provide a friendly, listening ear to a service member in need. It’s a wonderful way to help and thank a service member for all they do for our freedom! Please contact Yanci at [email protected] for more information on how you can get involved.

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call our wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William at 703.369.5292. You can also visit our website. Thanks so much for all you do in our community.

For residents of local areas looking for volunteer opportunities to help out their community, Program Director of Volunteer Prince William, Jan F. Hawkins has announced areas in need of volunteers.

Here is where your help is greatly appreciated, according to Hawkins:

The Community Feeding Taskforce needs volunteers to help in their Manassas food warehouse on weekdays. Must be between ages 18-55 and able to lift up to 40 pounds. This is a wonderful way to fulfill required hours, while at the same time helping vulnerable families get the food they need during COVID-19! Please contact Shelley at 703.369.5292, ext. 2 or email [email protected] to learn more.

* Medical Reserve Corps Support your local health department and your community during a public health emergency! Volunteers are needed to support several missions, including public health education and outreach, disease investigation, vaccine clinics, and more! Medical experience is not required; they have roles for everyone! Bilingual volunteers are especially needed. Volunteers must be 18 years of age, complete minimum training, and pass a state background check to serve. Please fill out an application at vamrc.org. Questions? Please email Amy at [email protected] for more information.

* ACTS needs volunteers to assist staff in opening the ACTS Thrift Store to the public. Volunteers will work in a warehouse setting at the ACTS Thrift Store Donation Center located at 17690 Main Street, Dumfries. Thrift Store Donation Center volunteers primarily sort through donations and prepare them for sale in the Thrift Store. Note: All volunteers must complete and submit the online volunteer application found at actspwc.org prior to volunteering. If you are healthy, between 18 and 55 and able to lift 20 pounds or more, they need your help! Please contact the Thrift Store at 703.221.3298 or email Luke at [email protected] to let them know your availability.

* American Red Cross is in dire need of blood at this time due to the COVID-19 crisis. Manassas Church of the Brethren, 10047 Nokesville Road, Manassas 20110, will be hosting a blood drive on Friday, August 28, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Red Cross follows all CDC, FDA, and FEMA guidelines and the Blood Drives have been labeled an Essential Activity. Please visit rcblood.org to sign up for a time slot. Questions? Call the church office 703.368.4783 and leave a message; calls will be returned.

* American Red Cross is also in need of volunteers to be Shelter Service Associates in the event of a disaster during COVID-19. Volunteers work in person in a Red Cross shelter before, during and/or after a disaster event, completing tasks necessary for shelter operations and providing assistance for disaster clients. Duties include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other areas within a shelter. Please email [email protected] for more information.

* House of Mercy is preparing kids to go Back to School, and they’re looking for donations of school supplies, as well as new shoes for both kids and adults. Donated items can be dropped off at their offices, 8170 Flannery Court, Manassas 20109, before August 10. Please call 703.659.1636 or visit houseofmercyva.org to learn more.

* Novant Health UVA Health System invites artists and budding artists to submit artwork for an upcoming exhibit at the Prince William Medical Center/Haymarket Medical Center titled “COVID 19: How We Became Stronger Together”. Paintings, photographs, and drawings will all be considered. Artwork can be any favorite subject that inspires you at this difficult time. Artwork should be framed using wire hanger. Artwork accepted until August 15. For more detailed information contact Liz at [email protected] or call 703.369.8173.

* Prince William Food Rescue (PWFR) can still use volunteer Food Rescue Heroes as the program is super busy delivering food to both ACTS and SERVE homebound clients. Home food deliveries are no contact and follow social distancing guidelines. PWFR is an app-based program enabling volunteers to pick up viable, close to expiration food from supermarkets, restaurants, food pantries, etc., and then deliver it to a program that can immediately use the food. More info on PWFR may be found at pwfoodrescue.org. Please contact Shirley at [email protected] or call 703.441.8606 ext. 212 for more information.

* Prince William Solid Waste Division and Keep Prince William Beautiful are joining forces for their Fix-it-Fair on October 17 in conjunction with Prince William Recycles Day. Handy, tinkerer volunteers are needed-if you like to repair small appliances, clocks, jewelry etc. you would help promote reuse practices to reduce waste. Fix-It events provide members of the community the opportunity to bring salvageable items for repair and subsequent reuse. Social distancing will be enforced to maximize the safety of fixers, volunteers and attendees. Please send an email to [email protected] with your name, phone and fix-it specialties.

* The Salvation Army is collecting items for seniors and vulnerable populations. You can help by creating care packages from the security of your own home and safely dropping items at their Prince William location in Woodbridge. Food items such as canned soups/other dry or canned foods are requested. Non-food items such as socks, toiletries, diapers/baby wipes and sanitizing supplies are also needed. Donated items can be dropped off at 1483 Old Bridge Road, Woodbridge Suite 102, Woodbridge [Lake Ridge] 22192. Please email Angela at [email protected] or call 202.345.2238 to learn more.

* The shelter at SERVE has a need for donations of new pillows to help the 92 residents (adults and children) get a good night’s sleep as they rebuild their lives. Other needs include paper products, toiletries, diapers, cleaning supplies and masks. Please contact Julie at [email protected] for more information.

* Serve Our Willing Warriors in Haymarket needs volunteers age 21 and up to directly assist Warrior families during their check in and check out at the Warrior Retreat at Bull Run. Volunteers should be available Wednesday and/or Friday mornings. Just an hour of your time will be a meaningful way to thank our veterans who have given so much for our country! Please contact Sarah at [email protected] for more information

* StreetLight Community Ministries urgently needs donations of nonperishable food for their Food Pantry so they can continue giving aid to our homeless and impoverished neighbors during this pandemic. Donations will be accepted every Tuesday, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.. Please email [email protected] to learn more.

* USO Quantico West is recruiting volunteers to help with special events, work the front desk, or simply provide a friendly, listening ear to a service member in need. It’s a wonderful way to help and thank a service member for all they do for our freedom! Please contact Yanci at [email protected] for more information on how you can get involved.

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call the wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William at 703.369.5292. You can also visit our website at www.volunteerprincewilliam.org.

Looking for ways to get out of the house and help out your community at the same time? Here are some local volunteering opportunities in need of help:

Support your local health department and your community during a public health emergency! Volunteers for Medical Reserve Corps are needed to support several missions including public health education and outreach, disease investigation, vaccine clinics, and more! Medical experience is not required; Medical Reserve Corps have roles for everyone! Bilingual volunteers are especially needed. Volunteers must be 18 years of age, complete minimum training, and pass a state background check to serve. Please fill out an online application at vdh.virginia.gov. Questions? Please email Amy at [email protected] for more information.

* Ready to get out of the house and back into the world? ACT’s Hunger Prevention Center needs help in distribution on Wednesdays and Fridays, receiving on Monday through Friday, and drivers to pick up donations from grocery stores on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Note that all volunteers must complete and submit the online volunteer application found at actspwc.org prior to volunteering. Please contact Shirley at [email protected], or call 703.441.8606 ext. 212 for more information on how you can get involved.

* The Alzheimer’s Association is searching for volunteers to lead easing in some existing support and early stage groups in Manassas once the pandemic calms. Volunteer Support Group & Early Stage Facilitators help group participants develop coping methods, and encourages caregivers and family members to maintain their personal, physical and emotional health. Support groups provide a place for friends and family to share valuable information, caregiving tips and concerns about their loved ones with Alzheimer’s. Experience working with Alzheimer’s patients is desirable, but training will be provided. Please email [email protected] to learn more.

* Habitat for Humanity has announced starting their Neighborhood Revitalization at East End Mobile Home Park in Manassas! This big project is in the early planning stages, but volunteer help will be needed. Please visit habitatpwc.org or email [email protected] for more information.

* You can hold a food drive and help House of Mercy re-stock their bare food pantry shelves! They have seen a big increase in clients seeking food assistance and urgently need donations of nonperishable items such as veggies, soups, mac and cheese, canned meats, etc., to re-stock their shelves. It’s so easy to conduct a food drive, even during this pandemic, and you’ll be helping to feed hungry families! Please call 703.579.0279 or email [email protected] to learn how you can help.

* Keep Prince William Beautiful is happy to announce that Community Litter Cleanups are returning! The first cleanup is scheduled for July 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Potomac Community Library. The cleanup will focus on the surrounding public roads and spaces near the library. Social distancing will be practiced, with check-in times at 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.. Only 10 volunteers allowed for each check-in time. Face masks are required and KPWB will supply clean and sanitized supplies to volunteers. Please call 571.285.3772 or email [email protected] for more information.

* Prince William Food Rescue (PWFR) can still use volunteer Food Rescue Heroes as the program is super busy delivering food to both ACTS and SERVE homebound clients. Home food deliveries are no contact and follow social distancing guidelines. PWFR is an app-based program enabling volunteers to pick up viable, close to expiration food from supermarkets, restaurants, food pantries, etc., and then deliver it to a program that can immediately use the food. More info on PWFR may be found at pwfoodrescue.org. Please contact Shirley at [email protected] or call 703.441.8606 ext. 212 for more information.

* The Salvation Army is collecting items for seniors and other vulnerable populations. You can help by creating care packages from the security of your own home and safely drop off items at their Prince William location in Woodbridge. Food items such as canned soups and other dry or canned foods are requested. Non-food items such as socks, toiletries, diapers, baby wipes, and sanitizing supplies are also needed. Donated items can be dropped off at 1483 Old Bridge Road, Woodbridge Suite 102, Lake Ridge 22192. Please email Angela at [email protected] or call 202.345.2238 to learn more.

* SERVE needs donated canned vegetables to provide healthy choices for their food assistance clients! Donations can be brought to SERVE’s Hunger Resource Center loading dock on weekdays from 8 a.m.-4 p.m., where they will be safely accepted. All veggies are welcome, but they have a big need for canned corn. Please contact Navara at [email protected] to learn more.

* Serve Our Willing Warriors in Haymarket needs volunteers age 21 and up to directly assist Warrior families during their check-in and check out at the Warrior Retreat in Bull Run. Volunteers should be available Wednesday and/or Friday mornings. Just an hour of your time will be a meaningful way to thank our veterans who have given so much for our country! Please contact Sarah at [email protected] for more information

* StreetLight Community Ministries urgently needs donations of nonperishable food for their Food Pantry so they can continue giving aid to our homeless and impoverished neighbors during this pandemic. Donations will be accepted every Tuesday from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Please email [email protected] to learn more.

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call the wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William at 703-369_5292. You can also visit their website at volunteerprincewilliam.org.