Happy #GivingTuesday! Virginia has been ranked the 6th most charitable state in the US.
Virginia Is 2018’s 6th Most Charitable State
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Stuff a Stocking for Kids in Foster Care
Embrace Treatment Foster Care is asking for stocking-stuffer donations for the holiday season.
UMW November Blood Drive
Sign up to donate blood with the Red Cross and University of Mary Washington’s Alpha Mu Sigma.
Band Together To Fight Hunger with SCPS
Marching Band Students from all five SCPS high schools are collecting non-perishable food and monetary donations to help fight hunger in the community.
Pet Adoption Process Enhanced by New Animal Shelter
Stafford’s new state-of-the-art animal shelter opened almost five months ago, and its meaningful impact is already being felt at the shelter and in the lives of Stafford’s homeless animals.
Statewide Campaign Focuses on Keeping Youth and Teens Safe on Halloween Night
YOVASO is joining with the Virginia State Police and the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles Highway Safety Office to encourage youth and teens to celebrate Halloween responsibly.
Treats for Troops at Sedona Taphouse
Donate your halloween candy to service members, wounded heroes, and veterans. Plus: costumed kids eat free on Halloween October 31st!
Operation Warm – Coats for Kids Distribution Event
Community members and division staff will gather at the Courthouse Community Center to sort the coats and organize them for distribution to SCPS schools.
SCPS Schools Contribute to Hurricane Relief
Students at Anthony Burns Elementary, Garrisonville Elementary, and Rodney E. Thompson Middle schools are collecting food and supplies to send to North Carolina to contribute to rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Florence.
Legal Aid Works sponsors jazz concert
Half the proceeds are used for music student scholarships at University of Mary Washington, and the other half supports the mission of Legal Aid Works
Third Annual Halloween “Cones for Kids” Campaign
Guests dining at their local Friendly’s restaurant now through October 31 can support Boys and Girls Club programming with a $1 donation.
News from the Brisben Center
A message from N. David Cooper, Executive Director, meet staff member Shelly Shipman, and two residents’ stories from the Brisben Center.
Statement on Consideration of Fones Cliffs Violations by Attorney General
FOR is pleased to share the news that the Virginia Office of the Attorney General is joining the discussion on enforcement of violations by Fones Cliffs’ developer, Virginia True Corporation.FOR is pleased to share
VA State Fair Seeking Volunteers
Volunteers are needed daily, Sept. 28-Oct. 7, 2018. The SFVA welcomes groups, schools and individuals.
Fred-este Seeking Volunteers for Pizza Palooza
The Fredericksburg-Este Organization’s Third Annual Pizza Palooza is coming up on Saturday, September 15, and they are seeking volunteers.
Rappahannock Adult Activities Fall Mum Sale
Rappahannock Adult Activities’ seventh annual Fall Plant Sale will feature chrysanthemums grown by the center’s participants.
Diaper Need Awareness Week Sep. 24-30
The Diaper Bag is an FA Service League Signature Program that provides diapers and diaper wipes to families experiencing diaper need in Fredericksburg.
What’s New at Brisben Center?
Three new projects are progressing concerning energy costs of the Center, nutritional education, and a new mentoring program.
Austen’s Communitas Walk for Brain Aneurysm Awareness
5k Walk for Brain Aneurysm Awareness in honor of Austen Dunn to be held September 22, 2018 at Old Mill Park in Fredericksburg.
Collect For Kids Backpack Stuffing Event
Who: Stafford County Public Schools School Board Members Acting Superintendent Pamela M. Kahle Superintendent Dr. Scott Kizner SCPS Staff and students What: Organization and Distribution of school supplies for SCPS students When: Wednesday, August 29, 2018, 8:00 a.m....
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