January 2022
Registration is NOW OPEN for the Virginia Volunteerism Summit!
Special discounted early bird registration is now open for the Virginia Volunteerism Summit! This early bird rate of $50 ends March 4th so register today! The Virginia Volunteerism Summit is a one-of-a-kind virtual convening of volunteerism and service organizations and stakeholders. Formerly the Virginia Volunteerism Conference, this two-day event presented by the Virginia Service Commission and the Virginia Service Foundation will feature a dynamic new format and content. Day One will feature nationally-known speakers for a day of inspiration and motivation. Day Two is packed full of master class-style workshops to help you make an ever greater impact on your community. The Virginia Volunteerism Summit will also serve as the launching pad for the exciting new Virginia State Service Plan. Attendees will learn about how this framework will drive new partnerships that address community needs and strengthen volunteerism and service systems statewide in new and innovative ways.

Are you interested in speaking/presenting at this year's event? The Virginia Service Commission is currently accepting proposals for presentations for Day 2 of the Summit. More.
Opportunities to Serve Across Virginia for MLK Day of Service
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service is January 17th! Although there are still restrictions across the Commonwealth related to COVID-19, there are still many ways you can help your community on this national day of service. To find ways to volunteer in your area, find your local Volunteer Center. Here are a few examples of projects looking for volunteers.
Alexandria
Cleanup at Four Mile Run Park will focus on litter in the restoration meadow area and the Sunnyside tributary stream, both of which are in much need of attention. Details
Harrisonburg
Blue Ridge Food Bank Volunteers is in need of volunteers to donate and deliver food and various other items to help those in need of assistance in the area. Details
Arlington
Volunteer Arlington Citywide MLK Day Event offers a multitude of opportunities to serve -- both in person and virtually. Details
Bristol
School Supply Drive for items needed for children in the region is being conducted on an ongoing basis. Details
Charlottesville
MLK Remote Service Opportunity: Collect and Build Hygiene Packs will have volunteers pack hygiene products for residents of the Haven Shelter. Details
Richmond
Enrichmond Foundation Cleanup of Evergreen and East End Cemeteries is an annual effort to clean and remove logs and debris from the historic African American burial grounds. Details
American Rescue Plan Funding Opportunity
AmeriCorps has opened an American Rescue Plan Funding Opportunity for organizations NEW to AmeriCorps Seniors. The focus of this opportunity are applicants who can demonstrate how they will engage adults age 55 and over in impactful national service to address one or more of the identified priorities. AmeriCorps Seniors prioritizes serving communities that are hard-to-reach and/or those that have been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. They also want to invest in communities that have been historically underserved, marginalized, and adversely impacted by inequities and underinvestment, such as African American and Tribal communities. The deadline for applications is February 3, 2022. If you have questions contact AmericanRescueSDP@cns.gov.
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  • Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Youth Grants award up to $500 to support youth leaders ages 5-25 across the U.S. to turn their ideas into action and make an impact on the issue of childhood hunger. Deadline: January 21

  • New York Life Foundation Aim High Out-of-School Time Grants invite out-of-school time programs to apply for grants of up to $100,000 over 2 years to support afterschool and summer learning programs to help prepare middle school students for success in high school, college, and life. Deadline: February 1
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Workshops and events are virtual unless otherwise noted.
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