Visit your school's website to get started. Select MENU then VOLUNTEER to fill out your volunteer application and find volunteer opportunities.

ADS hosted a supply fundraiser at the start of school and donated WWES school supplies, backpack, lunch boxes, water bottles. They intend to host a Thanksgiving and Christmas food/clothing drive as well to support our various family needs.

What are these mysterious tracks in the dew on the window at King’s Grant Elementary? It’s an American Green Frog! Upon further investigation, we litterally saw the complete outline of the frog in the condensation on the glass and the path he took before jumping on to a leaf!

North Landing Elementary School students and staff were greeted on the first day of school with this festive display by Inflated VB.

The Partners in Education program supports collaborative efforts between schools and our community that promote academic success and personal growth for the division's students. Community partners from businesses, military commands, faith-based groups and civic organizations work with schools to design innovative educational opportunities to meet the eight areas of wellness students need to be successful.

Your business or organization may initiate a partnership by:

• Contacting the school you wish to partner with and speaking with the school’s Community Engagement Liaison (CEL);
• Completing a Partners in Education Information Form to be introduced in this newsletter as a potential new partner; or
• Calling the Office of Family and Community Engagement at 757.263.1799 to learn more about how your organization can become a VBCPS Partner in Education.

In partnership with local school districts, colleges, and universities across the U.S., Stars of Honor strives to recognize the outstanding achievements of our nation's youth. The Stars of Honor award was created to recognize students for their outstanding achievements both inside and outside the classroom, and to encourage students throughout the U.S. to strive for greatness and become leaders in our communities.

For more information contact Trevor Taylor at trevor@starsofhonor.com

Inflated VB specializes in transforming ordinary events into extraordinary memories through the art of balloon design. We bring your vision to life with balloons.
For more information contact Amanda Catalano at inflatedvb@gmail.com

Your Purpose, Our Mission

ADS is committed to supporting our communities through volunteerism as part of its culture of giving back. Among other awards and recognition throughout the decades, ADS has continually been named a Top Workplace as well as a Military Friendly Employer.

For more information contact: Taylor Schoolar at tschoolar@adsinc.com

BIGGBY® COFFEE Cultural Value - Engaging the community, giving is getting.

Biggby Coffee VB would love to partner with the schools to provide fundraising opportunities, youth job opportunities and more.

For more information contact Cathy Peters at biggby678@yahoo.com

Addiction and Mental Health Care With Heart

Age-Specific Addiction and Mental Health Care With Heart

At Sandstone Care, we know that addiction and mental health issues are some of the most difficult challenges Adolescents and their families will ever face.

When standard therapy is not enough and a crisis in your family is happening or on the verge, our intensive outpatient treatment programs for pre teens, teens and young adults ages 13-30 provides daily individual, peer/group and family group treatment daily in the evenings after school and work hours.

For more information contact Jackie Wallace at Jackie.Wallace@standstonecare.com

For over 30 years, the Autism Society Tidewater Virginia (ASTV) has been proud to serve as one of the region’s premier sources of education, advocacy, services, and support.

• Our mission is to improve the lives of all affected by Autism by maximizing the self-sufficiency, independence, and quality of life for all living with Autism.
• ​We are committed to meaningful participation and self-determination in all aspects of life for individuals on the Autism spectrum and their families.
• ​Our vision for the future is that all individuals with Autism receive early identification, appropriate therapies, and supports to achieve their highest potential and quality of life and friends, and professionals.

For more information contact Brittany Fitzgerald at tidewaterasa@gmail.com.

Chesapeake Controls is a multi-generational family owned Commercial HVAC, Building Automation, & Refrigeration Services.

Chesapeake Controls is interested in:

• Cooperative Education (COOP)
• Internships
• Youth Registered Apprenticeship
• Career Education
• Engineering
• STEM Robotics

For more information contact Sarah Tromly at sarahtromly@chesapeakecontrols.com

Your smile says a lot about you.

Your teeth and smile are the first things that people notice.

But many people think they do not need to visit the dentist unless they feel pain in their mouth.

Well, let us fill you in.

Dental check-ups are important for staying healthy. Good oral health does not just protect your teeth and gums. It can also help make it easier to manage other medical issues, such as diabetes and heart disease.

The best part? You can visit the dentist for FREE. As a Cardinal Care Smiles member, you are eligible for a FREE dental checkup every 6 months.

Here are some tips for your next dental visit:

· Tell the dental office the best days and times for your appointment. Let them know how you want them to contact you (phone, text, or email).

Submitted by: Altise M. Street, VA CCS Outreach Coordinator

· Add your appointment date and time on a paper calendar. Or add it to your mobile phone calendar and set a reminder.

· Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment time.

· Bring your Medicaid ID card and a list of all your medications to your appointment.

· If you cannot make your appointment, call at once to make a new one. The dental office will help you find a date and time that works for you.

Remember, the dentist wants to help you have a healthy, pain-free smile.

If you need help finding a dentist, DentaQuest can help. Call us at the number on the back of your ID card.

Built on the same partnerships and processes as VBrelief, VBthrive will take the program a step further, shifting toward long-term results by providing in depth coaching to guide individuals and families as they seek to advance their goals and position themselves toward an even brighter future.

The program, which was inspired by the successful Aspire pilot launched and funded by Women United, will focus on providing support to the 50,000 families in Virginia Beach who qualify as ALICE and are struggling to make ends meet. VBthrive will work with a variety of partners to support these individuals and families in five critical areas:

• Mentoring
• Housing
• Employment & Education
• Financial Management
• Wellbeing

VBthrive was launched thanks to the support of a three-year, $15 million grant from the City of Virginia Beach with funding from the American Rescue Plan Act. The program will also provide $10 million in business relief grants through LISC Hampton Roads.

https://unitedwayshr.org/what-we-do/vbthrive/https://unitedwayshr.org/what-we-do/vbthrive/

Great information from The National Child Traumatic Stress Network spotlighting trauma informed school resources and a CHKD parenting blog about going back to school positive, prepared and productive https://www.chkd.org/Blog/Going-Back-to-School-%E2%80%93-Positive,-Prepared,-and-Productive/

Beginning the new school year can be challenging for students who have experienced trauma. Children's reactions to trauma can interfere considerably with learning and behavior at school, especially when adapting to a new environment. Schools serve as a critical system of support for children. Building a safe, consistent, and supportive environment in schools can help children cope and heal. Administrators, teachers, and staff can help reduce the effects of trauma on children by recognizing trauma responses, accommodating and responding to students in the classroom who have experienced trauma, and referring children to outside professionals when necessary. Learning about a student’s experiences can be challenging for educators and staff, and can lead to secondary traumatic stress. It is essential for educators and staff to take care of themselves, and for schools to maintain a trauma-informed structure for the entire community. The National Child Traumatic Stress Network has developed tools and materials to help educators, school staff, and administrators provide trauma-informed support in schools for students and school personnel.

Welcome to the 8th Annual Hallowheels fundraising event hosted by Children’s Assistive Technology Service (C.A.T.S.)! We are excited to invite you to be a part of this heartwarming celebration of children with physical, neuromuscular, and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to provide refurbished assistive and adaptive mobility and communication devices to these children free of charge, helping them achieve better health outcomes, independence, and full participation in their communities.

Hallowheels is our annual fundraising extravaganza, and 2024 marks our 8th year of spreading joy and inclusivity. This unique event celebrates kids with disabilities in any costume of their choosing and also showcases one-of-a-kind children’s costumes, thoughtfully designed around their mobility devices. Families receive instructional videos and costume kits from C.A.T.S., enabling them to create extraordinary costumes that truly reflect their children’s personalities and interests.

Visit www.hallowheels.org/vote October 26 - November 2 to vote for your favorite costume!

For more information visit www.hallowheels.org.

It’s never too early to start booking the following at Apex Entertainment.

• After Prom/After Graduation Parties
• End of Season Banquets
• Grade Level Parties
• Field Trips
• Fundraisers – Host a spirit night and receive $5 for each ticket sold by your group!
• Staff Team Building Activities & Holiday Parties

FIELD TRIP PROMOTION – Book your 2024-2025 school year field trip and receive an Apex school-themed swag bag for each student. Hurry this offer ends October 15th!

By offering young minds creative writing classes and workshops, we welcome young writers to explore and develop their unique voices, improve their craft, and pursue professional opportunities in the literary world. This Fall, we are offering our creative writing classes for Middle School and High School students PLUS a Game Writing Class for Middle and High School Youth! CHECK OUT OUR FALL YOUTH CLASSES →

Virginia MOCA has a selection of unique studio classes available for learners of all ages, and registration is open!

Browse Virginia MOCA studio classes by age group here: Studio Programs | Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (virginiamoca.org)

Browse Virginia MOCA studio classes by date here: Classes | Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art (virginiamoca.org)

One of the only outdoor art shows produced by an accredited museum, we strive to have the highest caliber fine art against the scenic backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. Featuring artwork created by 150 artists from across the country bringing the highest caliber of fine art including painting, ceramics, photography, sculpture, wood, glass, jewelry, and more. On Saturday and Sunday, our ART Park (located at 31st Street) will have family-friendly activities, live art demonstrations, on-stage performances, and more.

Friday 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Upcoming Events & Dates:

• Wed, Oct 9th: We're excited to invite you to our signature event, "My Future, My Journey", which will expose 9th-grade students to various career options as they begin Hampton Public High School. Connect anyone who would like to volunteer to Sonya Volunteer Coordinator to volunteer for this event.

• Thurs, Oct 10th: YIG will be presenting a Budgeting Workshop during the College-Aged Intern Summit, aimed at helping college interns navigate their finances. Hampton Roads Workforce Council Please send to College-Aged Students Interns

• Monday, Oct 14th: YIG, in collaboration with Chase Bank, will host a 50 Youth Nonprofit Conversation at 5:30 PM. Please send me any youth programs you know of, along with the contact details of their Executive Directors. (Flyer Attached) Send to All Grassroot Youth Serving Organization
  

*******50 Youth Nonprofit Conversation: Link to Register Here*******

• Wed, Oct 23rd: We are preparing for our "Follow The D.R.I.P. Financial Vision Board Workshop," which focuses on investments and financial planning. (Flyer Pending)

• Friday, Oct 25th We have the Community Investor Volunteer Recruitment Meet-up Fundraiser (TBA), taking place at 6 PM. We hope you can join us for this important event.

Reach out to you local Virginia Beach bakeries:

1039 Independence Blvd at Haygood Shopping Center

haygood@nothingbundtcakes.com

or

1860 Laskin Rd #130 at La Promenade Distinctive Shops

vb-hilltop@nothingbundtcakes.com

Youth Volunteer Corp Hampton Roads

Youth Volunteer Corp Hampton Roads provides team-based service-learning opportunities for youth ages 11-18. We aim to engage youth in service projects that are challenging, rewarding and educational. We strive to provide many different types of service projects for our youth so that they can understand a vast array of needs within our community. We have done projects involving food insecurity, environment, STEM, construction, elderly, disabilities and more. For upcoming projects, please check out our project calendar or email us at vbprograms@yvchr.org.

Just Serve

JustServe.org is a website where the volunteer needs of organizations may be posted and volunteers may search for places to serve in the community, providing opportunities to help those in need and enhance the quality of life in the community.

JustServe is a service to help link community volunteer needs with volunteers and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, ethnicity, or sexual orientation in posting projects or in encouraging volunteers to serve according to our guidelines.

EquiKids/EquiVets

Founded in 1989, EQUI-KIDS is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that offers equine­assisted services and programs to children and adults with special needs. EQUI-KIDSis a Premier Accredited Center through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.), which differentiates us as a center that provides the highest level of equine-specialized professionals and program services delivery. EQUI-KIDS currently offers a variety of equine­assisted activities and programs including, therapeutic riding, school partnership, hippotherapy (physical, occupational and/or speech therapy services using a horse), mental health services, First Responders, EQUI-VETS (serving both active duty and retired veterans), and job coaching.

Side Walkers

Side walkers assist with grooming and

tacking the horses before the lesson. During the lesson, side walkers directly assist the participants by providing guidance, physical and emotional safety, and encouragement.

Horse Leaders

Horse leaders assist with grooming, tacking and warming up the horses before the lesson. During the lesson, horse leaders are directly responsible for leading the horse and ensure the horse stays focused and comfortable during the lesson.

Barn Volunteers

Barn volunteers help to clean stalls, tack, equipment and assist with repairs around the farm.

Office and Special Event Volunteers

These volunteers help with fundraising events, assist with administrative projects, and greet participants and guests at the reception desk.

Volunteer Teams

We always welcome corporate workgroups, community services teams, and other parties looking to offer their time on special projects.

Email volunteer@equikids.org for more information

Veteran's Homefront

Individuals of all ages, groups and/or organizations are needed to come together and support the ending of veteran homelessness and reducing the number of veteran suicides by supporting the Parking Lot Ministry Program (PLM).

Whether you, your group and/or organization volunteer once a month, quarterly, or once a year at 6:30 am on Saturdays in the Walmart parking lot in Chesapeake, Virginia, your support is what we need.

Please use the following link to select one (or more) month(s) if you or your organization would like to be added to our Saturday volunteer calendar.

Contact Antoine Hines at veteranshomefront@gmail.com for additional information.

Conservation Youth Team at the Virginia Zoo

The Conservation Youth Team (CYT) program is a high school volunteer and youth development program that was created for teens who are passionate about wildlife, conservation, and helping their community. Throughout the year, CYT participants learn about conservation issues, educate zoo guests about our animals, support our Safari Camp programs, and visit local organizations to participate in service projects benefiting the community. As a member of the Conservation Youth Team, teens will develop important job and life skills, build self-confidence, and earn community service hours!

The program is structured to make their time here more robust yet flexible, and hopefully more accessible to a greater number of teens. There is no minimum GPA requirement. There are also a few scholarships available that cover the first-year fees.

Contact Sarah Peterson for additional information:

Sarah.Peterson@norfolk.gov

Guest Engagement Coordinator | Virginia Zoo

757-441-2374 Ext. 224 | 3500 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23504

virginiazoo.org

Red Cross - Volunteers Needed

The Red Cross has a critical level need. They are currently experiencing a shortage of volunteers. This is having a direct impact on blood collection efforts. They need volunteers who are 18+ to serve as Blood Donor Ambassadors. This is a simple and very rewarding position. They would serve as the greeter and registration at the fixed sites in Virginia Beach and Norfolk.

To get started go to go to Volunteer Connection www.redcross.org/volunteertoday and complete your registration. Select Blood Donor Ambassador as the position. After completing the registration, send your name to katie.niehoff@redcross.org to expedite your registration to get volunteering quickly.

Hunger Warriors - Fresh Food Wednesdays

BRING HOPE TO YOUR COMMUNITY.

Since the onset of the pandemic, Fresh Food Wednesdays Food Distribution serves over 1,000 people every week in Virginia Beach. We are looking for volunteers to help us load & unload food supplies, pack food boxes, and distribute food to help make a difference. The need is great. Join us and battle food insecurity in our community!

409 Virginia Beach Blvd

757-428-3720

gatheratscott.com

office@gatheratscott.com

Christian Resource Center

Tutors are needed on Wednesday evenings in all subjects.

549 Newtown Road, Suite #105

Virginia Beach, VA 23462

757-985-3451

Contact Maria Lorenzi at mlorenzicrc@gmail.com for more information

Nauticus

There are many volunteer opportunities available for youth including Gift Shop, Discovery Crew (Education), Guest Ambassador (Admissions). They will be able to assist our crew with greeting and check-in guests, lead STEM-focused education programs and battleship tours, select the perfect museum souvenir to purchase, and more!

To receive information on the positions as well as apply using our online application, visit: https://nauticus.org/volunteer-at-nauticus/

For additional information:

https://nauticus.org/volunteer/

Contact: Susie Hill, Volunteer Resource Manager, 757-664-1043, volunteer@nauticus.org

Girls On The Run Hampton Roads

High school girls can serve as Junior Coaches during our Fall and/or Spring seasons. They assist Head Coaches in the preparation and delivery of our curriculum to a team of girls in grades 3 through 5. Great opportunity for those interested in education! Contact Erin Highton for more information: erin@gotrhr.org or 757-965-9040. https://www.gotrhr.org/Coach

Marian Manor Senior Living

Volunteers needed to help with our activities program, dining, and maintenance. Contact Karen Land at karen@marian-manor.com.

Elementary, Middle, and High School and Adults.

Virginia Beach Youth Opportunities Office

Virginia Beach Mayor's Youth Leaders in Action: www.VBgov.com/myla

Parks and Recreation Volunteers. Contact Donovan McGuire at dmcguir@vbgov.com.

Middle and High School

First Landing State Park

Volunteers are needed for a wide variety of tasks from trail clean up to assist in our main office. Contact Jennifer Huggins at jennifer.huggins@dcr.virginia.gov.

Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Adult Learners, Elementary must have an adult present.

Armed Services YMCA

Read all about our program by visiting our website at asymca.org/hampton-roads-home and clicking on the What We Do on our ribbon. We look forward to hearing from you. Contact Laura Roberts, Youth Enrichment Program Director at lroberts@asymca.org

High School and Adults

Mini-Me Events - Engineering Your Future Today

For more information contact contact@engineeringyourfuturetoday.com.

High School and Adults

Wave City Care

We do school makeovers, feed families at Thanksgiving, do gifts at Christmas for families in need, offer food distribution, and more! We need volunteers for all of these opportunities each season. Contact Amanda Beery at Amanda@wavecitycare.com

High School and Adults

Youth Opportunities Office

The Teen Media Studio housed at Williams Farm Recreation Center is recruiting teens to share their talent and experience in the field of digital media. Volunteers must have an interest in the following areas: music recording, audio engineering, photography, and videography. Teens will earn experience and community service hours. Contact Tre Hill at lhill@vbgov.com.

Middle and High School

Zeiders American Dream Theater

Visit https://thez.org/volunteer/ for more information.

High School and Adults

Virginia African American Cultural Center, Inc.

We will be posting a link for community service/volunteer opportunities soon. Contact: Dr. Ross-Hammond at info@vaaccvb.org. For example, we have students interested in forming a Summer Book club to read books authored by African Americans and opportunities to read to youth.

High School and Adults

Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation

Limited volunteer positions are available at this time within various units. If you are interested in volunteering with Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, complete the please visit VBgov.com/parks or call (757) 385-1100 or email fun@VBgov.com. Sign up for Parks & Rec email newsletters at VBgov.com/eNews. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/VBparksrec.

Contact Margaret Sullivan-Rucka at 757-385-0424

Middle School, High School, Adults

Family Connection is an outreach of Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) to link Virginia Beach families to classes, training, resources and other opportunities to help connect parents to their students’ education. View the list of recordings on the Family Connection webpage.

You may also contact the Office of Family and Community Engagement at 757.263.1821 or by email should you have any questions.

Promote‌ ‌and‌ ‌expand‌ ‌equitable‌ ‌access‌ ‌to‌ ‌services‌ ‌and‌ ‌programs‌ ‌that‌ ‌support‌ ‌families‌ ‌and‌ ‌students'‌ ‌through‌ ‌mutually‌ ‌supportive‌ ‌partnerships.‌ ‌-‌ ‌Partner‌ ‌with‌ ‌local‌ ‌agencies‌ ‌to‌ ‌provide‌ ‌wraparound‌ ‌services‌ ‌for‌ ‌students‌ ‌including‌ ‌early‌ ‌childhood‌ ‌supports,‌ ‌volunteers,‌ ‌childcare‌ ‌and‌ ‌funding‌ ‌opportunities.‌

For more information contact Mary Hunt at mary.hunt@vbschools.com

Built on the same partnerships and processes as VBrelief, VBthrive will take the program a step further, shifting toward long-term results by providing in depth coaching to guide individuals and families as they seek to advance their goals and position themselves toward an even brighter future.

The program, which was inspired by the successful Aspire pilot launched and funded by Women United, will focus on providing support to the 50,000 families in Virginia Beach who qualify as ALICE and are struggling to make ends meet. VBthrive will work with a variety of partners to support these individuals and families in four critical areas:

• Mentoring
• Housing
• Workforce Development
• Wraparound Services

VBthrive was launched thanks to the support of a three-year, $15 million grant from the City of Virginia Beach with funding from the American Rescue Plan Act. The program will also provide $10 million in business relief grants through LISC Hampton Roads.

HOW IT WORKS

Referral & Intake:

• After receiving a referral or direct inquiry, we'll conduct a needs assessment to identify opportunity areas
• Care Coordination:
• You'll meet one-on-one with one of our mentors to discuss your goals and identify next steps.
• Action Plan:
• Your mentor will work with you to create a personalized, step-by-step action plan based on your goals.
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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Resident of Virginia Beach, VA
• Have income from employment or benefits, or if neither, are enrolled in school
• 18-years-of-age of older
• Impacted by COVID-19
• NOT living on the street or in an emergency shelter, and has NOT received an eviction notice

SUBMITTING A REFERRAL

Ways to submit a referral:

• Visit https://unitedwayshr.org/what-we-do/vbthrive/
• Visit our Resource Center on the second floor of the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library during open hours:
• Monday through Thursday: 11AM - 6 PM
• Friday: 11 AM - 5 PM
• Saturday: 10 AM - 1 PM
• Call us at 757-385-0113

If you are determined eligible for program enrollment, you'll receive an email within two business days outlining next steps.

ChildCareVA.com provides a comprehensive repository of resources and information to make choosing safe, quality child care easier for parents. ChildCareVA also exists to inform caretakers about the benefits of becoming a licensed child care provider or subsidy provider, and keep current providers up-to- date on the latest news and requirements.

Features of the website to explore and:

• An "Ask the Right Questions" page where parents can review and print off a checklist of questions and considerations when making decisions about child care
• A newsroom with the latest information for Virginia child care
• The child care facilities search bar which provides an easy way to search for providers and view any licensing violations
• Information on the benefits of becoming a licensed child care provider and subsidy provider

Feel comfortable and confident with your choice of child care by asking the right questions of a potential provider, because choosing safe, quality care isn't child's play.

The VB Schools Partners in Education program supports collaborations between schools and community partners from businesses, military commands, faith-based groups and civic organizations. Partners continue to support students, teachers and families by providing online virtual learning resources to keep students reading, thinking, and growing all summer—and beyond.

Website: https://bit.ly/2YsPSEj

Email: vbcpsface@vbschools.com
Website: https://www.vbschools.com/community/face
Location: 641 Carriage Hill Road, Suite 200 Virginia Beach, VA, USA
Phone: 757-263-1821
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VBFACE1
Twitter: @VBFACE1