Greetings, Prince William - Mark your calendars! Keep Prince William Beautiful needs volunteers age 16+ for their July Community Cleanup Saturday, July 17, 9am-12pm. Volunteers aged 5 thru 15 are welcome but must volunteer with an adult. July's focus will be on litter along Route 234 in Manassas. Meet at Woodbine Shopping Center, 13414 Dumfries Road, Manassas 20112. Volunteers will spread out from there to remove litter from public spaces in the community. Parking is available on location. Please wear a mask at check-in. Supplies will be provided; hand sanitizer and a first aid kit will also be available. Dress for the weather, including close-toed shoes. Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated and lots of smiles! Friends, fresh air and keeping the community looking nice-it's a great combination! Please register at https://volunteer.kab.org/opportunity/a2a4M0000010eJIQAY. Please email smorrow@kpwb.org for more information.
- Save the Date! American Foundation for Suicide Prevention will be holding their Out of the Darkness Manassas Walk September 19 at Harris Pavilion. Registration starts at 10:30am, the walk begins at 12:00pm. It's not too early to register - please visit afsp.org/Manassas and click on the blue Register Now button to sign up. Questions? Please email Chair.ManassasWalk@gmail.com to learn more.
- We know it's July, but the Alzheimer's Association is already gearing up for their Walk to End Alzheimer's October 16 at Harris Pavilion! Volunteers age 16+ are needed to help with a variety of tasks from setting up to supporting the walk to cleaning up following the walk. Volunteers age 10-15 are welcome but must volunteer with a parent. Please visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0e44afab2caaf58-walk27 to view the jobs and sign up. Slots will go fast! Please email bedonnelly@alz.org for more information.
- You can help adults improve their literacy skills! BEACON is getting ready for their next session which runs August 23 thru November 10. Volunteers age 18+ are needed to be In-Person ESOL Teachers, Online ESOL Teachers, Tech Facilitators and Site Managers. No second language or previous experience needed; training is provided. Please email mkermon@osbva.org or call 571.428.2507 for more information about this exciting opportunity.
- CASA Virginia is recruiting candidates to be part of its AmeriCorps program Moving Forward Corps NOVA for program year 2021-2022. Successful candidates for this full-time position will provide services to community members in different areas, such as Citizenship, Immigration, Virginia Driver's Privilege Card, Taxes (VITA program), Employment, Resources, CHAP and other programs. Candidates must be fluent in English and Spanish, possess excellent organizing skills, be skilled in computers and have basic skills in Google Sheets/Excel. For more information, please call 571.320.1760 or email movingforward@wearecasa.org.
- Lace up your sneakers and inspire a group of girls to be strong, confident, and healthy! Girls on the Run, a youth development program for girls in grades 3 through 8 that creatively integrates running, is looking for volunteer Coaches age 16+ to work with small groups of girls twice a week for the period September 13 through November 21. Coaches are trained to facilitate an easy-to-follow curriculum over the course of 10 weeks. No running experience necessary but be prepared to be a positive role model for these young ladies! To apply as a Fall 2021 Girls on the Run of NOVA coach, please visit https://www.raceplanner.com/volunteer/index/new-coach-fall-21 to fill out an online application. Please email clambacher@gotrnova.org for more information.
- Summer may be here, but agencies are already looking ahead to the next school year! The staff at House of Mercy is preparing for their Back to School Drive to help clients start the 2021-2022 school year with new shoes and new school supplies. Please drop off items before July 16 at House of Mercy's office located at 8170 Flannery Court, Manassas 20109. Please visit houseofmercyva.org/events/back-to-school-drive/ to view the wish list and 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 princewilliam@vamrc.org for more information.
- Are you an animal lover who wants to make a difference in the lives of thousands of animals every year? Come join Prince William SCPA's Board as they embark on this exciting time for animals in PWC! The new county shelter is opening soon, but before then, they expect more events and programs to be back on track this summer. They need several people to join their board and help continue efforts to improve the lives of companion animals. No experience necessary! Please apply online at https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/ze_G0tfzdXwkaoLR_o1dhw. Questions? Please email melissakorzuch@comcast.net to learn more.
- As we approach the 20th anniversary of September 11, here's a great project for this day of service! Prince William Soil and Water Conservation District is partnering with Prince William Trails and Streams Coalition to conduct the 12th Annual Clean-Up of the Upper Occoquan River, from nine different sites along 25+ miles of the river. The cleanup will be Saturday, September 11, 9am-2pm. Lots of volunteers are needed to help with cleanup both on land and on water (experienced boaters, please). Groups are welcome and encouraged to join in! You'll feel great as you help to clean up the water supply for most of eastern Prince William and Fairfax Counties! Please visit http://www.pwtsc.org/2021/06/12th-annual-occoquan-river-cleanup-september-11-2021/ for more information and to sign up. Please email Ed at efdandar@verizon.net or Veronica at waterquality@pwswcd.org to learn more.
- We're Back! RSVP's VETS Program which provides transportation for veterans and their spouses to medical appointments is starting back up, and volunteer drivers age "55 or better" are needed! Volunteers must be at least 55 years old and successfully complete both a criminal and driving record check. It's a wonderful way to give back and say "thank you" to our veterans for all they've done! Please email jhawkins@volunteerprincewilliam.org or call 571.292.5307 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.
