Weekly Happenings
April 3, 2026
Greetings, Prince William! We hope you've had a great week and are gearing up for the weekend ahead. We are excited to introduce you to a non-profit in this area looking for volunteers.
· Please join Anything's PAWSible on April 18 to volunteer at their 4th Annual Festival and 5K. The event will be held on the Manassas Museum Lawn located at 9101 Prince William Street, Manassas 20110. Volunteers aged 15+ can help set up and support the 5K runners, set up the festival, help with festival support and assist with cleanup after the event. It's a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors while helping this organization raise funds to assist children with special needs in obtaining service dogs! Sign up or learn more here: https://bit.ly/41MFrwc
· On April 18th, Lake Jackson Volunteer Fire Department will hold their Super Bingo, which will include a FULL DAY of fun, prizes, and community support! Join them for great prizes, laughter, and a fun day of playing bingo at this great event. Want to help make the event possible? They are currently looking for six volunteers to make this event a success! Sign up here (https://bit.ly/4c9N4BL) or visit their Facebook page for more event details (https://www.facebook.com/share/1Aukp3REkL/).
· Are you ready for a delicious meal from Texas Roadhouse? Support Lake Jackson Volunteer Fire Department on April 15th from 3pm until 10pm during the Dine to Donate fundraiser.
· Join Girls on the Run of NOVA at their 5K Celebration being held May 16 at Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow and May 17 at Pentagon City in Arlington. Over 100 volunteers are needed for each 5K and there's no shortage of roles you can fill! Your group will feel great as they support the strength and confidence of these girls as they complete this celebratory run! Please consider helping them make this fun event a success by visiting their volunteer opportunity to learn more and signing up! https://bit.ly/4d8IxSl
· Do you love gardening or are you interested in learning? Hands on Harvests Grow a Row Program supports gardeners of all levels. If you have your own family garden, or are thinking of starting one, they'll provide you with seeds, seedlings and mentorship. In exchange they ask that you donate some of your produce to our local partner pantries and report the donation details. Get more info or sign up here: https://bit.ly/4e2Wxxf
· Veterans Connect is looking for drivers to help keep our local Veterans healthy by assisting them with transportation to vital medical appointments. Drivers must be 21+ and be able to pass a background screening. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4dt6pAm
· Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is looking for dog and cat drivers for their rescue animals! Help save dogs and cats in need of loving homes. You can find a full list of locations and decide when you're available and which locations you're willing to drive to! Volunteers must be 18 or older. More details and sign-up information can be found here: https://bit.ly/3PQFfJN
· If you have a passion for teaching and organizing programs and are fueled by the desire to raise awareness and understanding of Alzheimer's and related dementia diseases - the Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter needs you! They are currently looking for Community Educators. They're currently delivering all presentations virtually, so computer skills and the ability to work with remote applications such as Zoom are a must. Find out more here: https://tinyurl.com/pfdc4n4z
· You can make a difference in the life of a child! CASA CIS needs volunteers age 21+ who care about children growing up in a safe, permanent and loving home. The staff will hold their next Virtual Information Session on April 8th from 6pm-7pm. Learn how you can help protect abused and neglected children in your community by becoming a volunteer advocate. View this opportunity here to obtain more information.
· Now that spring is here, we have a fun outdoor opportunity to get involved with the Quantico Creek Spring Cleanup hosted by the Town of Dumfries on April 11th. Volunteers under 18 are welcome when accompanied by a parent at this family-friendly clean-up event. Get more information or sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/dc4hmhzn
· Meals on Wheels NEEDS your help! They are looking for groups who can help with delivery of hot, nutritious meals to homebound seniors on weekdays throughout the Greater Prince William community. Currently meals are delivered on Tuesdays and Thursdays only. Groups can help expand deliveries by making them available on additional weekdays. Routes take about 1.5 hours to complete. Groups will help tremendously as they not only deliver hot meals, but also provide a friendly face and visit for a homebound senior to look forward to! Learn how your group can help: https://bit.ly/47z172f
· If you enjoy working with senior citizens, we have an exciting opportunity for you! The Area Agency on Aging is launching a new program called Senior Center Without Walls which will expand senior center programs into the community and reach older adults who currently face barriers to participation in the senior centers in Manassas and Woodbridge. Volunteers age 21 and up are needed to help with programs in areas such as nutrition, fitness, creative arts, games and more. Volunteer individually or as a team! Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3N53y5P
· If you love the Manassas Museum and want to support the museum, there's an opportunity for greeters, support staff, and more. This is a great opportunity for community service hours and involvement. Volunteers as young as 15 can help out with parent permission! Learn more or sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/39mjvy3c
· Celebrate Earth Day by participating in the Brentsville Invasive Species Removal Volunteer Day April 19th at Brentsville Courthouse, 12229 Brentsville Road, Bristow 20136. The event happens 9:30am-12:30pm and no experience is needed! This is a good opportunity to earn that Scout conservation badge and earn student volunteer hours! Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/bdd5f3as
Do you need volunteers or have an upcoming community event? Don't forget you can post your volunteer needs and upcoming community events on our website (www.volunteerpw.org) for free! Posting on our website allows us to add your events to our weekly posts and is a great way to spread the word and connect with new volunteers in the community! If you know of other organizations who could benefit from this free service, please share this information with them so we can continue building a stronger community together!
