Every student deserves the opportunity to acquire the skills they need to be successful in life – skills like empathy, creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. Unfortunately, there is a gap – especially in underserved communities – between what youth are learning and what skills are needed to thrive. That’s why this school year, YSA … Read more
Attention individuals and organizations in Northern Virginia! Multiple service opportunities are available in the Fairfax County area for Day to Serve, September 9-October 10. Thanks to the partnership between the Fairfax County Clergy and Leadership Council and Day to Serve, various houses of worship are joining together in unified service. If your organization has a … Read more
With summer right around the corner, now is the perfect time to think about ways in which young people and their families can serve their communities during the break. Service and volunteerism gives youth an identity and purpose and helps them to develop important skills in critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication. Consider ways your … Read more
Governor Terry McAuliffe announced recipients of the 2017 Governor’s Volunteerism and Community Service Awards on April 20th during an awards ceremony held at the Governor’s Mansion. These awards spotlight the outstanding efforts individual and organization volunteers make on behalf of citizens throughout the Commonwealth. “I am proud and honored to celebrate Virginia’s outstanding volunteers who … Read more
Early bird registration has begun for the next Virginia Volunteerism and Service Conference, May 16-17, 2017, at the Doubletree by Hilton Richmond – Midlothian! The annual conference is the Commonwealth’s leading conference for organizations and individuals making a difference in their communities. Presented by the Virginia Office on Volunteerism and Community Services and the Virginia … Read more