Greetings, Prince William - Teens, don't forget Historic Manassas, Inc. is hosting Souper Bowl 2022 on February 4, 6pm-9pm, and volunteers age 16+ are needed as Souper Bowl Attendants/Servers. You'll have fun ladling out soup at this popular event which attracts up to 500 attendees! Please visit https://bit.ly/3eYrYt1 to sign up. Questions? Email Beverly@historicmanassasinc.org.
- Do your New Year's resolutions include volunteering? Please don't forget to visit our website, volunteerprincewilliam.org to view the many opportunities that are available! You can create a free account, browse/respond to volunteer opportunities and learn more about our other programs in Disaster Services and Alternative Community Service. Please contact Jan at jhawkins@volunteerprincewilliam.org for more information.
- The folks at ACTS Hunger Prevention Center have an urgent need for Donation Drivers Wednesdays thru Sundays. Drivers can use an ACTS van or their own vehicle for food pickups. There's a variety of places to choose from, and you'll feel great as you deliver food which will help food insecure families in our community! Please contact Shirley at 703.441.8606, ext. 288 or SCouteau@actspwc.org to learn more.
- Delta Sigma Theta will be hosting a Virtual Town Hall Forum with Prince William County Police Chief Peter Newsham February 7 at 6:30pm via Zoom. Members of the community will have an opportunity to hear the plans of the Chief of the Prince William County Police Department and get answers to their questions. Please pre-register at https://bit.ly/34vdvTp.
- Do you enjoy coaching kids' sports? General Heiser Boys & Girls Club in Dumfries needs volunteer Volleyball and Basketball Coaches age 18+ for the upcoming spring season, early March thru mid-June. Basketball teams run Kindergarten and through high school; volleyball teams run 3rd grade through high school. Teams meet 2 evenings a week for practices and/or games; some Saturdays may also be needed. You'll feel great as you coach young sports enthusiasts and help them learn about teamwork! Please visit https://bit.ly/32Buhzo for details and click on the Respond button to sign up. Please email jmoore@bgcgw.org to learn more.
- Independence Empowerment Center (IEC) is still recruiting individuals to join their Board of Directors for a three-year term. One-half of the Board must include those with disabilities. Board members should have a sincere interest in the ability of individuals with disabilities to lead an independent lifestyle, a strong belief in the role of IEC in the community and a willingness to advocate on behalf of a specific service population. Please call Dr. Lopez at 703.257.5400, ext. 117 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 princewilliam@vamrc.org for more information.
- Do you know someone (adult or child) who has been especially outstanding in supporting the community? You can nominate someone for the Daily Point of Light Award, which honors those who use their hearts, hands and minds strengthen communities and solve problems! Please visit the Daily Points of Light page at www.pointsoflight.org/dailypointoflight/ to learn more. Visit www.pointsoflight.org to view inspiring stories of Daily Point of Light recipients.
- Parents, are you looking for something you can do with the kids? Prince William Public Libraries is hosting Valentines for Veterans, now through February 4! Stop by any library to color a valentine which will be given to a veteran. You can also print out a valentine to design and color from the library's Facebook page (Prince William Public Libraries) or Twitter (@PrinceWmLibrary). Please contact your local library to learn more.
- Is your group looking for a volunteer opportunity? The SERVE Shelter has need for groups of 5-7 volunteers who can prepare meals during 2022 for the guests staying with them. Meals can be prepared at home for about 60 and dropped off at SERVE in Manassas or can be prepared and served onsite at the shelter. You'll feel great as you provide the warmth of a nutritious, home-cooked meal for those experiencing homelessness! Please email jrmartinez@nvfs.org 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.
