Call to Action for 9/11/2024
Greetings, Prince William: We're getting so many requests for volunteers that we'll be publishing Call to Action twice a week for the time being. The mid-week column will focus on those events that are family-friendly to help younger volunteers looking for service hours. Please be sure to take note of all the volunteer possibilities available!
Mark Your Calendars for Volunteer Prince William's Fall Reverse Raffle & Dinner in support of Untrim-A-Tree, October 19, 6:30pm at Prince William County Fairgrounds 10624 Dumfries Road, Manassas 20112. Doors open at 6pm, the raffle begins at 7pm. Your $100 donation includes dinner for 2, two drink tickets per ticket and the opportunity to win prizes leading up to the Grand Prize of $10,000! It should be a fun evening of good food, networking, and a chance to win the Grand Prize, all to support a cause which will guarantee vulnerable children in our community will have a Merry Christmas on December 25! Please email president@volunteerprincewilliam.org for more information.
· You can help clean up the Occoquan River! On September 21, 9am-2pm Prince William Trails and Streams Coalition (PWTSC) is conducting its 15th Annual Clean-Up of the Upper Occoquan River from nine different sites along 25+ miles of the Occoquan River. Experienced kayakers, canoeists, Jon boaters, and pontoon boaters are also requested for the on-the-water portion of this conservation effort. Homeowners' associations, civic associations, and businesses are encouraged to join in this effort. T-shirts and refreshments provided, you'll feel great knowing you're helping to beautify an area which provides water for most of eastern Prince William and Fairfax counties! Please visit https://bit.ly/3MfMRjR to sign up, email waterquality@pwswcd.org to learn more. Rain Date September 28.
· Lace up your running shoes - Girls on The Run Northern Virginia is preparing for their Fall season September 23-November 24, and they need Volunteer Coaches age 16+ to coach teams in the greater Prince William community! No experience needed; just a desire to support and encourage the next generation. Must commit to 2-3 hours a week for the season with a few additional hours required for Coach Training and the GOTR NOVA season-ending 5K celebration. Coaches receive all the tools and support they need and find that they get as much out of coaching as they give. You'll feel awesome as you help young girls gain confidence in themselves and their abilities! Please visit www.gotrnova.org/coach to learn more, email mfay@gotrnova.org for more information.
· You can help vulnerable families receive needed clothing, shoes, etc.! Jenkins Donelson Foundation is holding a series of Community Giveaways on September 23, 28, 30 and October 5 at Faith Christian Church, 6472 Duhollow Road, Warrenton 20187. All giveaways will be held 9am-1pm. Volunteers age 12+ are needed to help set up tables, sort/organize merchandise, assist customers with selections and clean up. Volunteers are also needed to help sort merchandise during the days leading up to the giveaways. You'll feel great as you help families in need obtain necessary clothing and shoes for the coming cooler weather! Please email thejdf@jdffeet.org to sign up and learn more.
· If you're an arts and crafts lover, here's a wonderful opportunity for you! The Occoquan Arts & Crafts Show needs volunteers age15+ to support their event being held September 28 and 29 in Historic Occoquan. Volunteers are needed for jobs such as Setup, Shuttle Stop, Vendor Assistance, Information Booth and more. This should be a fun event to support, and you'll enjoy viewing all the various crafts and creativity shown by the exhibitors (and get in a little holiday shopping?)! Please visit www.occoquanfestivals.com/volunteer to sign up, email jlittle@occoquanva.gov for more information.
· Enjoy some fresh air and be a River Hero! Friends of the Occoquan are holding their annual Fall River Cleanup October 5, 9am-12pm at five different sites in Prince William County and volunteers of all ages are needed! Please be sure to wear sturdy shoes and proper attire for getting muddy. Refreshments will be provided! You'll feel great as you get out with friends and family and help beautify these different sites in our community! Please visit www.friendsoftheoccoquan.org to view a list of sites, email foto@friendsoftheoccoquan.org to request a site. Pre-registration is recommended.
· Here's a great activity for the whole family - join Keep Prince William Beautiful for the Fall Community Clean Up October 5, 9am-1pm at Marumsco Plaza, 1411 E. Longview Drive, Woodbridge 22191! All ages are welcome to participate, volunteers under 16 must have a parent or guardian with them. Participants aged 16-18 will need a parent or guardian's signature on the participant waiver. Supplies, including litter pickers, safety vests, gloves, and trash bags, will be provided, lunch and water will also be available. Don't forget to bring your reusable water bottle! You'll feel great as you actively contribute to the betterment of the community and helping to keep Prince William beautiful! Please visit https://bit.ly/4eesLTk to RSVP, email abrown@kpwb.org to learn more.
· The wonderful folks at ACTS are holding their IWalk for ACTS 5K and festival fundraiser October 19 at Stonebridge at the Potomac Town Center in Woodbridge. Volunteers are needed to help set up the course, act as Course Marshals and break down the course once the walk/run is finished. Volunteers age 16+ welcome, volunteers under 16 are welcome to volunteer with a parent. It's a wonderful way to get outdoors in the Fall weather and help raise funds which helps ACTS keep its many programs functioning! Please visit www.iwalkforacts.com and click on Volunteer to submit an online form.
· Mark your calendars for the NVFS Fall Food Drive to support the SERVE Hunger Resource Center and fight food insecurity! The whole family can get involved - donation drop-off dates are October 22 and 23 at Bethel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 8712 Plantation Lane, Manassas 20110. Please visit www.nvfs.org/support/fall-food-drive/ for a list of requested foods. Volunteer opportunities are available October 18-November 1, please email ncannon@nvfs.org for details.
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.
