Upcoming volunteer opportunities in our community - Jan. 18, 2019

Good Morning Prince William -  The Joe 15 Team is having its Annual Blood Drive in honor of Joe Page on Saturday January 26th 9am-2pm at the Manassas Church of the Brethren on Nokesville Road in Manassas.  Schedule with Debbie at: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or (703) 895-1606.

The PWC Library System is having a Nonprofit Resource Fair at Potomac Library in February 2, 10am-2pm and at the Central Library on February 23rd, 10am-2pm.  Come meet representatives from area organizations to learn the many ways to help the folks they serve.

The Quantico Creek Clean-up in partnership with the Town of Dumfries is Saturday February 23rd 9am-12noon.  This is a great way to solve the plastic pollution in the creek.  Cleanup supplies will be provided.  But please wear boots and dress for the weather. Please contact: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to learn more.

Volunteers are needed at The Catholic Charities Saint Lucy Food Distribution Hub in Manassas to help sort, package and perhaps deliver food items to local food pantries in the area in 40 lb. boxes.  Hours are Monday-Friday 10am to 4pm.  Come help families in need.  Please email Debra at: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to learn more.

Saved Hands Foundation needs volunteers to be instructors, write grants and help in the office. Please visit their website: http://www.savedhandsfoundation.org to learn more and register as a volunteer.

The Tough Mudder is coming to Silver Lake in Haymarket on June 1st & 2nd.  This team oriented 8-10 mile obstacle course will have thousands of participants. Volunteers are needed in lots of locations and duties.  You won’t want to miss this fun event.  Please visit their website to learn more at: https://toughmudder.com/events/volunteer-information  This. event is hosted by the PWC Office of Tourism.

The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is looking for volunteers’ age 55+ to deliver noon meals through the Meals on Wheels Program.  Shifts are just 2-3 hours and available in throughout the greater area.  RSVP members receive a mileage reimbursement and additional insurance coverage at no cost to the volunteer.  Please call Jan at (571) 292-5307 to learn more.
   
Leesylvania State Park needs volunteers for monthly shoreline cleanups to pick up trash and drift wood.  The work days are January 19th, February 16th, March 23rd, April 13th and May 18th.  Please register by calling the visitor center at (703) 583-6904 so they have your name to waive the entry fee of the park.

ACTS has a great way for you to celebrate spring by donating to their Prom Shop so more girls can enjoy that special day. They are collecting dresses, shoes, new make-up and accessories to share with the kids.  Please call Lydia at (703) 441-8606 ext. 249 to learn more.

The Greater Prince William Medical Reserve Corps needs both medical and non-medical volunteers to join their ranks.  These volunteers are trained to respond to public health emergencies as well as day to day activities.  They offer tons of training topics to build your skillset.  Please call Amy at (703) 792-7341 to learn more.

The Center for the Arts needs volunteer docents weekdays during the day.  This volunteer opportunity includes greeting visitors and sharing the Center’s history and programs.  Please call Jordan at (703) 330-2787 to learn more.

Catholic Charities Hogar Center is looking volunteers to assist students with job applications, resumes, and mock interviews to prepare them for the workforce.  Please email Arielle at: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to learn more.

If you are looking for other opportunities, remember to call my wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William.  Jan can help you with the Retired and Senior Volunteer (RSVP) opportunities at (703) 369-5292 ext. 1, Shelley can help with any individual or group projects and send you weekly updates if you’d like.  Shelley is at (703) 369-5292 ext. 2, and Bonnie can help you with opportunities available in Disaster Preparedness at (703) 369-5292 ext. 3.  Please visit our website at http://www.volunteerprincewilliam.org  Than.ks so much for all you do in our community.