We want to share some recent news with you!  In this issue of the OAR Newsletter you will learn about:

        ...and more!
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OAR Board Chair Charles Thomas interviewed by Channel 16
Sharing the OAR Story
 
OAR applied to the Emerging Leaders Institute for a service grant to develop a public awareness campaign.  OAR was selected for the grant and a 4 member ELI team began collaborating with OAR to create a plan. The plan became a video project to demonstrate that OAR is an integral part of the criminal justice system and the public safety continuum. 
 
Fairfax County Board of Supervisor's Chair Sharon Bulova is creating a 30 minute public safety video and OAR was invited to collaborate on the video as a part of the ELI project.  The Chairman's video will now include a segment on OAR.  We have already completed the video tapping process and the final product should be ready in May.
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OAR launches a new service model
 

OAR's new service model is based on best practice standards.  The model ensures that clients are evaluated to determine their level of risk and to identify the criminogenic factors most likely to influence future behavior.  Services are identified to address the most relevant risk factors for each client.  Read more! 

 
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Staff members Robert Armstrong and Haley Spicer displaying signed Capitals and Wizards jerseys
Join OAR at The Winery at Bull Run
 
The OAR 2016 fundraiser will be at The Winery at Bull Run again this year.  The winery is beautiful and OAR supporters have enjoyed gathering there for the past couple of years.  This year, the event is Wednesday evening, June 1st at 7:30.  The Winery will be closed to other customers and the entire venue will be available exclusively for OAR guests. 
 
You will receive a Save-the-Date with more information in your email inbox in the next couple of weeks!
 
Are you a sports fan? 
 
We have an autographed John Wall jersey and a Capitals jersey signed by the entire Cap's team!  These items and other great prizes will be available to OAR supporters.  Want a chance to win one of the jerseys?  Watch for more information or Contact us today!
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Daddy-Daughter-Dance
 
"Fathers are essential even though they may not be living in the home," said Derwin Overton, Executive Director of OAR.
 
Derwin serves as a chairman for the Prince William County Fatherhood Initiative and teamed with community partners to host a Daddy-Daughter Dance on Saturday, Feb. 6 in Woodbridge. Fathers and daughters dressed up and enjoyed a fancy evening out that included dinner and dancing. The goal is to build stronger families and better relationships between men, their children, and their wives or girlfriends.
 
The Fatherhood Initiative holds weekly meetings at many local area churches and in local correctional centers. Men interested in participating in the program can contact OAR.
Recent Funding Opportunities
OAR receives funding from UWNCA

The United Way of the National Capital Area has awarded funds to OAR to assist individuals with basic needs support in Fairfax and Prince William County.  OAR will receive funds in 2016 and 2017. 

We value our partnership with the United Way and greatly appreciate the community's support. 
Funding from The Giving Circle of HOPE
 
The grant will fund the development of a  Coordinated Employability Skills Curriculum to be used by multiple human service providers in the region.  The grant will help standardize materials, reduce costs, and increase accessibility for clients.

 

Thank you Giving Circle members for your support.  Learn more.
 
The Apex Foundation: A loyal funding partner
  
The Apex Foundation's goal is to empower people struggling with poverty.  Apex understands the importance of the OAR mission and has been a  generous and loyal funding partner for over five years.  Apex is supporting OAR again in 2016.    Learn more.
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OAR collaborates to launch a peer-to-peer support group
  

OAR has partnered with Kelvin Manurs to launch Arm and Arm, a peer-to-peer support group for the formerly incarcerated.  Kelvin is an ex-offender who is passionate about supporting the recently released so they can achieve success.  The group meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at the South County Government Building on Richmond Highway.   Learn More. 
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Volunteer Opportunities
 
What do you do in your free time? Imagine investing a few hours per week helping others. The time you spend could change someone's life. There are many opportunities available at OAR. Below is a list of our immediate needs:
  • Fatherhood program facilitator at the Fairfax jail
  • Family outreach volunteers  
  • Mentors
  • Life Skills and Employability Skills facilitators at the Loudoun jail *
For more information on these and other volunteer roles, view the full list of volunteer opportunities.

For more information on volunteering , contact OAR now.
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* In the Loudoun jail volunteers are only permitted to work with inmates of the same gender.  OAR has an immediate need for men to volunteer in Loudoun!
You can help!

Support from community members that understand and believe in the OAR mission is critical to our success.

 
Would you like others to learn about OAR?  Contact us to set up a dynamic and engaging presentation about the role OAR plays in the criminal justice system.  We can create an interactive presentation during your company's staff meeting, at your place of worship, or during a civic group meeting.  We would be happy select a convenient day and time.   
 
Sincerely,
 
Brandon Cosby
Director of Development
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