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Volunteer Fairfax
VolunteerFest 2023: Much Good in a Single Day
Tue Nov 7 2023, Connection Newspapers
Article about October 21, 2023, VolunteerFest, with photographs and short paragraphs about some of the projects.
2023 MLK. Weekend of Service
Thu Feb 9 2023, The Connection Newspapers
Celebrates volunteerism through Volunteer Fairfax in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "beloved community."
Prince George's County Public Schools Host Back-to-School Drive
Sat Aug 20 2022, NBC Washington News
Volunteer Fairfax helped PG County Public Schools fill 10,000 backpacks for elementary and high school students.
"We Love You:" Thousands of Valentine's Day cards delivered to Inova hospital workers
Tue Feb 9 2021, WJLA local channel 7
Volunteer Fairfax delivered nearly 10,000 Valentine's Day cards made by local children and families to Inova hospital workers.
How to Connect and Engage with Your Volunteers Remotely
Tue Apr 7 2020, Leading in Times of Hyper Change
The Director of Communications discusses the steps Volunteer Fairfax is taking to pivot to remote volunteering during the COVID-19 crisis.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam visits Volunteer Fairfax
Mon Mar 9 2020, The Connection Newspapers & Online
Governor Northam toured the Volunteer Fairfax offices and met with the Executive Director, staff, Board members and volunteers on February 2
RSVP Volunteers Spreading Cheer
Mon Nov 26 2018, The Patch
Article about Pets on Wheels volunteer through Volunteer Fairfax RSVP program.
Volunteer Fairfax Appoints New CEO
Wed Oct 17 2018, The Patch
Article introducing Steve Mutty, Volunteer Fairfax CEO appointed in October 2018.
Volunteer Fairfax Names New CEO
Tue Oct 16 2018, Washington Business Journal
Article introducing Steve Mutty as Volunteer Fairfax's new CEO.
Volunteering Makes the Area a Better Place for All
Thu Aug 23 2018, The Connection
Article about Volunteer Fairfax's programs and how to volunteer.
Fairfax Lauds Outstanding Volunteers for Community Service
Thu May 3 2018, Inside NOVA
The 26th Annual Fairfax County Volunteer Service Awards honored volunteers' 328,760 hours, worth $7.9M, in service in 2017.
Man of the Hour
Tue May 1 2018, Fairfax County Times
Article on Volunteer Fairfax's RSVP Volunteer of the Year 2017.
Volunteer Fairfax Seeks Holiday Service Opportunities
Tue Nov 8 2016, The Patch
Volunteer Fairfax, your area volunteer center, is pleased to present the 2016 Holiday Heroes Handbook. The Handbook is a special online meeting place for nonprofits and volunteers to find each other during holiday season.
Volunteer Fairfax Celebrates 40 Year Anniversary
Thu Apr 21 2016, Fairfax County YouTube
YouTube video from Fairfax County's Channel
Fairfax County: 24th annual Service Awards recognizes community champions, hundreds of volunteers
Fri Apr 15 2016, Virginia Connection Newspapers
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors honored 178 nominees for volunteer service awards by declaring 4/8/2016 "Volunteer Recognition Day".
Va. Volunteers Turn a Day Off Into a Day On
Tue Jan 19 2016, NBC News Washington
The MLK Jr. holiday brought a day off for many in the area. But some turned it into a day "on" by volunteering their time and talents.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is about service. Here's how kids can participate.
Sat Jan 9 2016, Washington Post
'Give Together' with Volunteer Fairfax - Participate in family-oriented volunteer activities at one of two locations in Fairfax County.
The Seven Worst Ways to Give to Charity During the Holidays
Sun Nov 24 2013, Washington Post
Volunteer Fairfax and other local nonprofits share their thoughts on the best ways to volunteer during the holiday season.
Points of Light, Exelis Action Corps Celebrate Veterans Day with Service
Thu Nov 7 2013, CSR Wire
Volunteers in 10 cities support homeless veterans, veterans in college, veterans with PTSD, families of injured veterans and more.
Lockheed Martin Hosts Fifth Annual Day Of Service
Tue Sep 17 2013, The Wall Street Journal
In coordination with Volunteer Fairfax, hundreds of Lockheed Martin employees and their families participate in annual volunteer day.
Herndon Hosts MLK Day of Service Hundreds gather to serve at Senior Center.
Wed Jan 18 2012, Herndon Connection
100s of volunteers gathered at the Herndon Senior Center to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service.
MLK Day Of Service With Volunteer Fairfax
Fri Jan 13 2012, WUSA9
Over the last few years, the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday has turned into a day of service and volunteering.
Make Fairfax Stronger with Give Together: A Family Volunteer Day
Mon Jan 9 2012, blog.lincolnatfairoaks.lincolnapts.com
If you want to teach your child about the importance of volunteering, consider participating in Give Together: A Family Volunteer Day.
A New Year's Resolution to Volunteer
Sun Jan 1 2012, Examiner.com
If your New Year's Resolution is to volunteer but your schedule won't allow it, try signing up for a simple volunteer job, like these!
Give Together: Family Volunteer Day in Fairfax County
Sun Dec 18 2011, Around Vienna
On January 16, 2012, Fairfax County will host Give Together: Family Volunteer Day, where families can sign up to volunteer together.
Kids and Adults in Fairfax County Help Make A Difference for the Military
Mon Oct 24 2011, HandsOn Blog
Details about a specific VolunteerFest projects that supported deployed soldiers.
Students Named to Volunteer Fairfax Advisory Board
Sun Oct 16 2011, Sun Gazette
Fairfax County students named to the 2011-12 Youth Advisory Board will help coordinate the county's Annual Global Youth Service Day.
Volunteer Fairfax Announces 17th Annual VolunteerFest
Wed Oct 12 2011, Mount Vernon Patch
Information about Volunteer Fairfax's 17th Annual VolunteerFest, which was held on Saturday, October 22, 2011 with over 1,700 volunteers.
CLE - Fairfax Community Connections
Fri Sep 23 2011, Cox Local Edition
Patti Stevens with Fairfax County OP3 and Jeanne Sanders with Volunteers Fairfax discuss new initiative: Fairfax Community Connections.
CLE - Integrate 9.12.11
Mon Sep 12 2011, Cox Local Edition
Jeanne Sanders of Volunteer Fairfax and Angie Carrera of Fairfax County OP3 discuss Integrate, a bi-lingual Hispanic recruitment initiative.
More Than 100 Volunteer In Huntington
Mon Sep 12 2011, Huntington-BelleHaven Patch
In response to damage cased by flooding, Volunteer Fairfax managed 114 volunteers as they supported 73 neighbors cleaning up their homes.
Halifax seeks nonprofits for storm recovery process
Tue Jun 28 2011, The News & Advance (newsadvance.com)
Halifax County estimated $600,000 of damage after storms in April. Volunteer Fairfax coordinated more than 200 volunteers to help.
Surf Report: Must-See Fairfax Websites
Sun Jun 26 2011, McLean Patch
After celebrating the fourth, take some time to give back. Check out Volunteer Fairfax's searchable database to find ways to help.
A unique service opportunity for DC area teens and families
Tue Jun 21 2011, examiner.com
Volunteer call; "victims" are needed for the Joint Rescue Task Force (RTF) training exercises scheduled for June 24, 27, and 30.
2011 Volunteer Fairfax Awards
Wed May 11 2011, Channel 16 (Fairfax County)
Video coverage of Volunteer Fairfax's annual county-wide volunteer recognition event which honored of 150 volunteers.
A Penny for Your Thoughts: News of Greater Falls Church
Thu Apr 21 2011, Falls Chuch News-Press (FCNP.com)
Thoughts on volunteering in Fairfax County, including write up of Volunteer Fairfax Awards Breakfast.
County Honors Mount Vernon Volunteers For Their Dedication, Time
Thu Apr 21 2011, Fort Hunt Patch
Hundreds of volunteers were recognized at the 19th annual Fairfax County Volunteer Service Awards, presented by Volunteer Fairfax.