Saturday, May 9, 2026

14th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run

BEST Kids

Join BEST Kids for its 14th Annual Superhero 5K & Fun Run on May 9 to support DC area foster and at-risk youth! This family-friendly fundraising event celebrates the everyday superheroes that make a positive impact in the lives of DC area youth. BEST Kids empowers foster and at-risk youth to build healthy and successful futures through mentoring, college and career readiness, and life-skills programs. The theme of this year's event is "Every Step Makes an Impact" as we seek to bring about positive change in the lives of the youth we mentor and serve. Activities will include a Costume Contest, Kids Fun Zone, Game Stations and much more!

Event Information


  • When: Saturday, May 9, 2026 (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
  • Where: Fort Hunt Park - Pavilion A, 8999 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria, VA 20598   map
  • Fee: Early Bird (until 4/10/26)-5K: Adults-$35; Ages 13-17-$15; 12 & Under: Free; Fun Run: Free; Starting 4/11/26: 5K: Adults-$45; Ages 13-17-$20
  • Contact: BEST Kids, (202) 397-3272
  • For more information: click here
Saturday, May 9, 2026 8:00 AM Saturday, May 9, 2026 10:00 AM America/New_York 14th Annual Superhero 5K and Fun Run https://runsignup.com/BESTKidsSuperhero5K Join BEST Kids for its 14th Annual Superhero 5K & Fun Run on May 9 to support DC area foster and at-risk youth! This family-friendly fundraising event celebrates the everyday superheroes that make a positive impact in the lives of DC area youth. BEST Kids empowers foster and at-risk youth to build healthy and successful futures through mentoring, college and career readiness, and life-skills programs. The theme of this year\'s event is \"Every Step Makes an Impact\" as we seek to bring about positive change in the lives of the youth we mentor and serve. Activities will include a Costume Contest, Kids Fun Zone, Game Stations and much more! Volunteers? From: http://cfp-dc.org/cfpdc/2017-all-events.php?id=5348 Fort Hunt Park - Pavilion A 8999 Fort Hunt Road Alexandria VA 20598 Letrice Weaver letrice@bestkids.org



Saturday, May 16, 2026

2026 Montgomery County Youth Media Festival  

Action Youth Media (formerly Gandhi Brigade)

The 2026 Montgomery County Youth Media Festival celebrates youth voices in the media arts industry in the Greater Washington, D.C. area. The annual Festival promotes the creativity and impact of young filmmakers and artists as it showcases youth talent, highlights social issues, and inspires positive action. Through screenings and dialogue, the festival fosters connections in our community. Submit your video via FilmFreeway and your artwork on our website. For more information: https://www.youthmediamd.org/youthmediafestival

Event Information


Saturday, May 16, 2026 11:00 AM Saturday, May 16, 2026 1:00 PM America/New_York 2026 Montgomery County Youth Media Festival https://www.youthmediamd.org/youthmediafestival The 2026 Montgomery County Youth Media Festival celebrates youth voices in the media arts industry in the Greater Washington, D.C. area. The annual Festival promotes the creativity and impact of young filmmakers and artists as it showcases youth talent, highlights social issues, and inspires positive action. Through screenings and dialogue, the festival fosters connections in our community. Submit your video via FilmFreeway and your artwork on our website. For more information: https://www.youthmediamd.org/youthmediafestival Volunteers? help with registration and to run the event From: http://cfp-dc.org/cfpdc/2017-all-events.php?id=5330 AFI Silver Theater 8633 Colesvilie Road Silver Spring MD 20910 Lynn Hughes lynn@youthmediamd.org



Saturday, June 13, 2026

A Petal of Thanks Appreciation Reception

Fellowship Square Foundation

Join us for “A Petal of Thanks” Appreciation Reception, an evening celebrating the donors, volunteers, and community partners who support Fellowship Square’s mission. Held at the DoubleTree by Hilton McLean Tysons, this event features light refreshments, networking, a special performance, and a short program highlighting the impact of our community. Guests will learn more about Fellowship Square’s unique residential communities, the programs and services that support residents, and a look ahead at what’s next for Fellowship Square.

Event Information


Saturday, June 13, 2026 4:00 PM Saturday, June 13, 2026 6:00 PM America/New_York A Petal of Thanks Appreciation Reception https://www.fellowshipsquare.org/get-involved/65events/ Join us for “A Petal of Thanks” Appreciation Reception, an evening celebrating the donors, volunteers, and community partners who support Fellowship Square’s mission. Held at the DoubleTree by Hilton McLean Tysons, this event features light refreshments, networking, a special performance, and a short program highlighting the impact of our community. Guests will learn more about Fellowship Square’s unique residential communities, the programs and services that support residents, and a look ahead at what’s next for Fellowship Square. Volunteers? From: http://cfp-dc.org/cfpdc/2017-all-events.php?id=5353 DoubleTree by Hilton 1960 Chain Bridge Rd. Mc Lean VA 22102 Brenda Martinez bmartinez@fellowshipsquare.org



Monday, July 13, 2026

Volunteer for Girls Rock! DC's Summer Camp

Girls Rock! DC

Summer Camp will be hosted at NPR Headquarters again this July 13-18 and August 3-8, and we are currently looking for volunteers/contractors to help us make this year’s camp another success! We are looking for: -Instrument Instructors to teach one of five instruments (guitar, bass, drums, keys, vocals) or to teach music production -Band Coaches to guide the student bands and help them write an original song -Camp Counselors to assist instructors and facilitate activities -Roadies to help move equipment and set the band rooms up -A Wellness Counselor to help campers with their big emotions -A Head Roadie to maintain equipment and lead the other roadies -A Head Counselor to assist the Program Manager to ensure the campers have a great experience at camp! More information about each role can be found in the Summer Camp Volunteer Application. You can choose to engage in Summer Camp in one of two ways: as a Volunteer or as a Contractor. If you select Volunteer, you choose to donate your time to Girls Rock! DC, a non-profit organization. This is the most common choice. However, we want to make participation in Summer Camp accessible to as many adults as possible, so you can select Contractor if you wish to be compensated for your time at camp.

Event Information


Monday, July 13, 2026 8:30 AM Monday, July 13, 2026 5:30 PM America/New_York Volunteer for Girls Rock! DC\'s Summer Camp https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevbF3TXQvQTDyDSfSkHbQsEhvUsURfqjjo-zGiSlp1wRBCUw/viewform Summer Camp will be hosted at NPR Headquarters again this July 13-18 and August 3-8, and we are currently looking for volunteers/contractors to help us make this year’s camp another success! We are looking for: -Instrument Instructors to teach one of five instruments (guitar, bass, drums, keys, vocals) or to teach music production -Band Coaches to guide the student bands and help them write an original song -Camp Counselors to assist instructors and facilitate activities -Roadies to help move equipment and set the band rooms up -A Wellness Counselor to help campers with their big emotions -A Head Roadie to maintain equipment and lead the other roadies -A Head Counselor to assist the Program Manager to ensure the campers have a great experience at camp! More information about each role can be found in the Summer Camp Volunteer Application. You can choose to engage in Summer Camp in one of two ways: as a Volunteer or as a Contractor. If you select Volunteer, you choose to donate your time to Girls Rock! DC, a non-profit organization. This is the most common choice. However, we want to make participation in Summer Camp accessible to as many adults as possible, so you can select Contractor if you wish to be compensated for your time at camp. Volunteers? From: http://cfp-dc.org/cfpdc/2017-all-events.php?id=5345 NPR Headquarters 1111 N Cap St NE Washington DC 20002 Fabiola Castro fabiola@girlsrockdc.org