It's March and spring is heading our way! We hope that you find these newsletters to be informative and will reach out to us with any ideas/feedback.
If you are new to FHF, please find an overview here.
Share this newsletter freely. It takes a village to raise a child and we hope that together, we can make it a bit easier!
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Upcoming FHF Meetings:
April 12, 2022 05:30 PM
May 10, 2022 05:30 PM
Jun 14, 2022 05:30 PM
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In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) |
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Gnome emergency funds can be accessed by ACPS counselors/family support workers to fill gaps in community resources by submitting a help request on behalf of their families thru our website.
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Way to go to our friends at Woodbrook Elementary for raising funds to ensure that every student feels represented in the books at their school!
"Thanks to years of generous donations from parents and families, the WES PTO is thrilled to announce that we will be donating $15,000 to purchase new books for our school. This money will be used to update school book rooms, purchase thousands of books, and modernize school inventory.
This will help ensure that our students not only have new books, but also that the book rooms include titles that are representative of our entire student body.
This will benefit students for years to come!! On behalf of the entire WES Board members now, and past, we thank you for your support!
Together we can do anything!”
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FHF Invites You To Donate |
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"We say we're a village, but a lot of us don't even know our neighbors. FHF can help make those relationships visible and effective," said Emily Holmstrom, Agnor-Hurt counselor.
“In the coming year, we’re hoping to raise even more funds to be able to meet an increasing number of requests for emergency needs,” said FHF co-organizer Amanda Alger. “Mental health and transportation are two key needs that come up again and again.”
FHF's fund is managed by the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation. Donations are tax-deductible.
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FHF loves ACPS teachers! Our families need high-quality teachers, and sadly 55% of teachers nationally are considering exiting the profession.
Together, we can show our ACPS teachers that we value them during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2-6).
FHF is aiming to address three equity gaps:
- Most ACPS secondary schools have inactive PTOs.
- Title I elementary schools are struggling to raise funds & rally volunteers.
- Many teachers, including the substitutes and virtual teachers we'd like to return in-person next year, are unserved by PTOs.
How can you help?
1 - Volunteer! Our SignUpGenius has many opportunities -- make thank you posters, write notes, make phone calls, organize school events & more.
2 - Get Creative! Share your appreciation (and meet new friends) by making a "thank you teacher" postcard at one of our free family-friendly community gatherings:
- Sunday, March 27 from noon - 2:00. At Three Notch'd Brewpub at IX Art Park (520 2nd St SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902).
Thank you, Three Notch'd for donating your private room! Drinks and food can be ordered at the bar (on your tab, that is), but totally optional & all are welcome.
- Stay tuned for more events coming during the month of April!
3 - Donate! Watch for our new GoFundMe page coming soon.
Reminder: We need your help compiling a list of summer programs by continuing to share this survey.
Results will be shared on the FHF website and facebook page.
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2nd Annual HER SPORTS DAY will be hosted on April 23, 2022 from 10:00am - 5:00pm. Last year, for those who attended, we had an amazing time despite the rain and heat.
Our mission for this event is to provide free sporting clinics for ages 14 & under that are based on fundamentals from local coaches and athletes. Sports included are: basketball, field hockey, football, lacrosse, soccer, track, and volleyball. We also invite local organizations/businesses that align with our mission, to set up a table and provide their product/resources to families that attend.
This year we are including workshops around health & wellness for ALL ages through our partnership with "Beauty Within Girls", a non-profit organization from Richmond VA and their "Healthy Girls Matter" campaign.
One great addition, Maia Chaka, 1st NFL African American Official will be in attendance as a keynote speaker.
If you are interested in participating in this year's event, please fill out this form below by March 15th, 2022. All vendors participating, their logo will be advertised on any marketing materials.
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We have all heard "...you cannot pour from an empty cup."
The physical and emotional demands of day-to-day life nowadays can be exhausting and even lead to burnout.
It's important to maintain your own health and well-being so you can provide the best possible care for yourself and thereby, those around you.
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This month, we would like to introduce you to a local self-care resource that is quickly becoming a Charlottesville-based staple that provides clients with a safe place to be themselves!
Shaniece Be aims to create experiences where you can "Just Be." Shaniece Be offers dance classes, luxury pop-up picnic services, candles, and wellness boxes.
Favorite Quote
“I want to be in spaces where I can just be: be myself, be all I am, be all I can be, be in my fullness and be in all my strengths, my weaknesses, and my being”. Malebo Sephodi, Miss Behave
My goal is to empower others to "just be."

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Stepping Stone Cville is now accepting clothing and gear donations. Here is a list of items they accept.
Housing Resources:
"Hear the story behind “A Promise to Grow”—a collaboration between City of Promise, Virginia Humanities, author Marc Boston, and illustrator Ariel Mendez—set in the Westhaven community in Charlottesville, Virginia. Meet CJ, a kind-hearted young man with big dreams who plants a community garden, and learn about the history of the once-thriving Vinegar Hill neighborhood."
Registration is now open! Everyone interested in zoning in Charlottesville is invited to this event on Wednesday March 16th from 530-630pm. This will be a great opportunity to learn how to advocate for a more affordable Charlottesville. Space is limited, so we recommend registering sooner than later!
-Recent Housing Initiatives in the TJPDC Region Roundtable
-Rural Housing Challenges and Solutions
-Missing Middle Housing
-Faith-Based Organizations & Housing Initiatives
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