| From | Northern Virginia Family Service <[email protected]> |
| Subject | Your March NVFS Insider is Here |
| Date | March 21, 2025 7:40 PM |
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Reception to Commemorate Merger, Celebration of Service, Choose Your Challenge Campaign, Goals for Good, Volunteer Spotlight, 100th Did You Know, Social Work Month, Top Needs, Volunteers Needed
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NVFS and SCAN Celebrate Merger and Future of Work Together
Last week, NVFS celebrated the merger of NVFS and Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) of Northern Virginia during a reception at the Above ALX Penthouse. It was an opportunity to welcome SCAN supporters into the NVFS family and share NVFS' commitment of protecting children and strengthening families. The evening was also a double celebration as we marked Dave Cleary’s birthday. Dave founded SCAN more than 37 years ago.
Together, NVFS is building on SCAN's incredible legacy of child abuse prevention with the new Child and Family Wellbeing <[link removed]> service area that includes the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program and Family Programs.
Special thanks to Above ALX Penthouse <[link removed]> and Purple Onion Catering <[link removed]> for their generous venue and food and beverage contributions. Learn more about the merger in this news release <[link removed]>.
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Make a Positive Impact with the *NEW* Choose Your Challenge Campaign!
As we welcome the spring season, now is a great time to get involved to support NVFS and strengthen families in Greater Prince William. Start a fundraiser through our new Choose Your Challenge campaign.
Why you’ll love this new event:
Flexible Format : No matter where you are or how you prefer to get involved, you can tailor your challenge to fit your routine and interests.
High Impact: Every dollar you raise continues our shared mission of helping families with food security, safe housing, and essential support.
Community Spirit: We keep the same energy and camaraderie you loved about our past events—now with even more personal choice.
Set a goal, track your progress and bring people together to make a difference. Host a virtual game night, organize a bake sale or chili cook off, build a canned or boxed food display with your team or create a tribute page in honor of a loved one.
Learn more and sign up via our One Cause page <[link removed]>.
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Join us for the Celebration of Service on May 9, 2025
We’re excited to announce that NVFS’s 2025 Celebration of Service <[link removed]> (formerly the Road to Independence Gala) will take place on Friday, May 9th at 6:00pm, at The Barns at Wolf Trap. Join us to celebrate the continuation of NVFS’ legacy of service, including this year’s new feature – the Mission Experience! Embark on a journey through NVFS services and gain firsthand insight into the programs and resources that exist to support our clients, thanks to the generosity of our donors and volunteers.
There are multiple ways you can participate in the event:
Join us for the reception-style gathering. Let’s come together to celebrate and embrace the exciting possibilities ahead. Reserve your tickets now!
Sponsor our celebration to ensure that everyone, at every stage of life, receives the support they need to thrive.
Purchase from the silent auction: Here’s a sneak peak of the unique and fun items available during our silent auction. Even if you can’t make it to the celebration, you will still be able to bid on these items, and more!
* Washington Capitals Hockey puck signed by #74 John Carlson. Carlson just notched his 700th point of his NHL career earlier this year!
* Two premium reserved tickets with VIP package to the Post Malone and Jelly Roll concert on June 2nd at the Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland.
* Winery tastings at Bluemont Vineyard, Kalero Vineyard, Williams Gap Vineyard, Cana Vineyards & Winery, October One Vineyard, Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery and more!
* Savor some perfect hard-to-acquire Bourbons for the whiskey afficionados amongst us.
Donate an item to the silent auction. Do you have a favorite restaurant, sports team, gift cards, or experience that you would like to share with others? Consider donating it for our auction. Proceeds go to NVFS to ensure that our neighbors get the help they need to thrive!
Learn more at the Celebration of Service webpage <[link removed]>.
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Update: $ 24,800 Donated from Burke & Herbert Bank's Goals for Good!
A huge thank you to Burke & Herbert Bank’s Goals for Good <[link removed]> campaign which gives us one more reason to cheer on the Washington Capitals! Every goal scored by the Caps means a $ 100 donation to NVFS, supporting health, stability, and economic well-being for more than 40,000 individuals across Northern Virginia. This season, $ 24,800 <[link removed]> has been raised so far to help families thrive—proving that teamwork truly makes the dream work!
Let’s Go Caps and score those goals to help NVFS to continue doing good!
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Volunteers Help Us Celebrate Read Across America
Thank you to our community partners for celebrating Read Across America Week at our Early Childhood Education programs. Each reading rock star was phenomenal! It's so important for these children to have stories read to them from volunteers and caring community members, in addition to the books their teachers read to them daily. Reading is not only crucial to development, it also fosters language skills, expands vocabulary, boosts comprehension, cultivates imagination, empathy, and a love for learning.
Thank you to the PNC Grow Up Great team; Gaston Araoz, Dominion Energy; Lindsey Crawford, Troutman Pepper; and Sharifa Dickensen, The Association of American Medical Colleges for volunteering to celebrate the joy of reading with some of our littlest learners!
If you're inspired to join us in making a positive impact in our community, email [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>.
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Blog: Celebrating Social Work Month
NVFS celebrates Social Work Month and highlights the valuable services social workers provide in our community. We honor the expertise, hard work and commitment of the social workers on our team. They partner with people and families, sometimes in moments of crisis, to understand their needs and work together to build stability and well-being.
Read our recent blog <[link removed]> to learn more about social work and to meet five of NVFS’ valued social workers and what they love about the profession.
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Did You Know? Fun Facts About NVFS' 100-year Journey
NVFS has grown through expansions of services and programs but also through mergers with other nonprofits whose mission and goals align with ours, supporting Northern Virginia residents in their journey to wellbeing.
* In 1964, Alexandria Family Service, known at our founding in 1924 as United Charities of Alexandria, merged with Family Service of Northern Virginia to become Northern Virginia Family Service. Our service area grew beyond Alexandria to include the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William.
* In 2008, through a merger with the Center for Multicultural Human Services, we launched the NVFS Multicultural Center for Trauma Recovery.
* In 2009, NVFS and SERVE Inc. merged, which created the continuum of human services designed to move families out of homelessness and onwards to greater independence.
* In 2012, The Hispanic Committee of Virginia and NVFS merged, expanding our capacity with programs like housing stability, case management, financial literacy, and small business development.
* In January of this year, 2025, SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now) of Northern Virginia and NVFS merged to deepen the impact of child welfare services for families in our region, creating the Child and Family Wellbeing program. Learn more <[link removed]>about the newest NVFS program, donate <[link removed]>, or get involved by becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer <[link removed]>.
Through mergers and expansions, NVFS works to bring the services and programs needed to ensure that all Northern Virginians get the support they need to attain wellbeing, now and for generations to come.
Learn more and celebrate NVFS’ 100 years with us at nvfs.org/100 <[link removed]>.
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Top NVFS SERVE <[link removed]> Shelter Needs
* Gas cards (Wawa, Sheetz, Shell, Exxon)
* Gift cards (Walmart, Target, CVS, Amazon)
* Baby wipes
* Laundry detergent
* Clorox wipes/Lysol
* Plastic stackable chairs (adult size)
* Iron
* Ironing board
* Body wash (liquid)
* Feminine hygiene products
* Toilet paper
Top Hunger Resource Center <[link removed]> Needs
* Eggs
* Flour
* Sugar
* Cooking oil and spray
* Canned meat
* Beans (canned and dry)
* Low-sodium canned vegetables
* One box meals (like Hamburger Helper)
* Cereal
* Pasta and pasta sauce
* Feminine hygiene products
* Toilet paper
Top Multicultural Center <[link removed]> Needs
*
Beans (canned and dried)
* Oil
* Canned tuna
* Canned vegetables
* Lentils
* Pasta
* Pasta sauce
* Rice (white and brown)
* Oatmeal and cereal
* Peanut butter
* Jelly
* Feminine hygiene products
* Shampoo (adult and child)
* Toothpaste (adult and child)
Top Early Childhood Education <[link removed]> Needs
* Diapers (sizes 3-6)
*
Wipes
* Nap blankets (Approximately 58"x48". New bought, new knitted, crocheted, handsewn or no-sew <[link removed]>blankets.)
Drop off at NVFS Headquarters <[link removed]> between 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday
Top Healthy Families <[link removed]> Needs
* Diapers (sizes 3-6)
* Wipes
* Board books
Top Volunteer Needs
* HRC: Food recovery drivers, particularly for week days <[link removed]> (Contact Navara Cannon <mailto:[email protected]> for more information)
* SERVE Campus: Campus Handy-Person <[link removed]> (Contact Vicky Bonilla <mailto:[email protected]> for more information)
* SERVE Shelter: Kitchen Assistant <[link removed]> (Contact Vicky Bonilla <mailto:[email protected]> for more information)
Did you enjoy this edition of the Insider? Have a suggestion? Send us an email. <mailto:[email protected]?subject=Insider suggestion> We love hearing from our readers and are continually striving to provide relevant content.
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NVFS and SCAN Celebrate Merger and Future of Work Together
Last week, NVFS celebrated the merger of NVFS and Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) of Northern Virginia during a reception at the Above ALX Penthouse. It was an opportunity to welcome SCAN supporters into the NVFS family and share NVFS' commitment of protecting children and strengthening families. The evening was also a double celebration as we marked Dave Cleary’s birthday. Dave founded SCAN more than 37 years ago.
Together, NVFS is building on SCAN's incredible legacy of child abuse prevention with the new Child and Family Wellbeing <[link removed]> service area that includes the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program and Family Programs.
Special thanks to Above ALX Penthouse <[link removed]> and Purple Onion Catering <[link removed]> for their generous venue and food and beverage contributions. Learn more about the merger in this news release <[link removed]>.
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Make a Positive Impact with the *NEW* Choose Your Challenge Campaign!
As we welcome the spring season, now is a great time to get involved to support NVFS and strengthen families in Greater Prince William. Start a fundraiser through our new Choose Your Challenge campaign.
Why you’ll love this new event:
Flexible Format : No matter where you are or how you prefer to get involved, you can tailor your challenge to fit your routine and interests.
High Impact: Every dollar you raise continues our shared mission of helping families with food security, safe housing, and essential support.
Community Spirit: We keep the same energy and camaraderie you loved about our past events—now with even more personal choice.
Set a goal, track your progress and bring people together to make a difference. Host a virtual game night, organize a bake sale or chili cook off, build a canned or boxed food display with your team or create a tribute page in honor of a loved one.
Learn more and sign up via our One Cause page <[link removed]>.
<mailto:[email protected]>
<[link removed]>
Join us for the Celebration of Service on May 9, 2025
We’re excited to announce that NVFS’s 2025 Celebration of Service <[link removed]> (formerly the Road to Independence Gala) will take place on Friday, May 9th at 6:00pm, at The Barns at Wolf Trap. Join us to celebrate the continuation of NVFS’ legacy of service, including this year’s new feature – the Mission Experience! Embark on a journey through NVFS services and gain firsthand insight into the programs and resources that exist to support our clients, thanks to the generosity of our donors and volunteers.
There are multiple ways you can participate in the event:
Join us for the reception-style gathering. Let’s come together to celebrate and embrace the exciting possibilities ahead. Reserve your tickets now!
Sponsor our celebration to ensure that everyone, at every stage of life, receives the support they need to thrive.
Purchase from the silent auction: Here’s a sneak peak of the unique and fun items available during our silent auction. Even if you can’t make it to the celebration, you will still be able to bid on these items, and more!
* Washington Capitals Hockey puck signed by #74 John Carlson. Carlson just notched his 700th point of his NHL career earlier this year!
* Two premium reserved tickets with VIP package to the Post Malone and Jelly Roll concert on June 2nd at the Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland.
* Winery tastings at Bluemont Vineyard, Kalero Vineyard, Williams Gap Vineyard, Cana Vineyards & Winery, October One Vineyard, Barrel Oak Winery & Brewery and more!
* Savor some perfect hard-to-acquire Bourbons for the whiskey afficionados amongst us.
Donate an item to the silent auction. Do you have a favorite restaurant, sports team, gift cards, or experience that you would like to share with others? Consider donating it for our auction. Proceeds go to NVFS to ensure that our neighbors get the help they need to thrive!
Learn more at the Celebration of Service webpage <[link removed]>.
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Update: $ 24,800 Donated from Burke & Herbert Bank's Goals for Good!
A huge thank you to Burke & Herbert Bank’s Goals for Good <[link removed]> campaign which gives us one more reason to cheer on the Washington Capitals! Every goal scored by the Caps means a $ 100 donation to NVFS, supporting health, stability, and economic well-being for more than 40,000 individuals across Northern Virginia. This season, $ 24,800 <[link removed]> has been raised so far to help families thrive—proving that teamwork truly makes the dream work!
Let’s Go Caps and score those goals to help NVFS to continue doing good!
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<mailto:[email protected]>
Volunteers Help Us Celebrate Read Across America
Thank you to our community partners for celebrating Read Across America Week at our Early Childhood Education programs. Each reading rock star was phenomenal! It's so important for these children to have stories read to them from volunteers and caring community members, in addition to the books their teachers read to them daily. Reading is not only crucial to development, it also fosters language skills, expands vocabulary, boosts comprehension, cultivates imagination, empathy, and a love for learning.
Thank you to the PNC Grow Up Great team; Gaston Araoz, Dominion Energy; Lindsey Crawford, Troutman Pepper; and Sharifa Dickensen, The Association of American Medical Colleges for volunteering to celebrate the joy of reading with some of our littlest learners!
If you're inspired to join us in making a positive impact in our community, email [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>.
<[link removed]>
Blog: Celebrating Social Work Month
NVFS celebrates Social Work Month and highlights the valuable services social workers provide in our community. We honor the expertise, hard work and commitment of the social workers on our team. They partner with people and families, sometimes in moments of crisis, to understand their needs and work together to build stability and well-being.
Read our recent blog <[link removed]> to learn more about social work and to meet five of NVFS’ valued social workers and what they love about the profession.
<[link removed]>
Did You Know? Fun Facts About NVFS' 100-year Journey
NVFS has grown through expansions of services and programs but also through mergers with other nonprofits whose mission and goals align with ours, supporting Northern Virginia residents in their journey to wellbeing.
* In 1964, Alexandria Family Service, known at our founding in 1924 as United Charities of Alexandria, merged with Family Service of Northern Virginia to become Northern Virginia Family Service. Our service area grew beyond Alexandria to include the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William.
* In 2008, through a merger with the Center for Multicultural Human Services, we launched the NVFS Multicultural Center for Trauma Recovery.
* In 2009, NVFS and SERVE Inc. merged, which created the continuum of human services designed to move families out of homelessness and onwards to greater independence.
* In 2012, The Hispanic Committee of Virginia and NVFS merged, expanding our capacity with programs like housing stability, case management, financial literacy, and small business development.
* In January of this year, 2025, SCAN (Stop Child Abuse Now) of Northern Virginia and NVFS merged to deepen the impact of child welfare services for families in our region, creating the Child and Family Wellbeing program. Learn more <[link removed]>about the newest NVFS program, donate <[link removed]>, or get involved by becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer <[link removed]>.
Through mergers and expansions, NVFS works to bring the services and programs needed to ensure that all Northern Virginians get the support they need to attain wellbeing, now and for generations to come.
Learn more and celebrate NVFS’ 100 years with us at nvfs.org/100 <[link removed]>.
<[link removed]>
Top NVFS SERVE <[link removed]> Shelter Needs
* Gas cards (Wawa, Sheetz, Shell, Exxon)
* Gift cards (Walmart, Target, CVS, Amazon)
* Baby wipes
* Laundry detergent
* Clorox wipes/Lysol
* Plastic stackable chairs (adult size)
* Iron
* Ironing board
* Body wash (liquid)
* Feminine hygiene products
* Toilet paper
Top Hunger Resource Center <[link removed]> Needs
* Eggs
* Flour
* Sugar
* Cooking oil and spray
* Canned meat
* Beans (canned and dry)
* Low-sodium canned vegetables
* One box meals (like Hamburger Helper)
* Cereal
* Pasta and pasta sauce
* Feminine hygiene products
* Toilet paper
Top Multicultural Center <[link removed]> Needs
*
Beans (canned and dried)
* Oil
* Canned tuna
* Canned vegetables
* Lentils
* Pasta
* Pasta sauce
* Rice (white and brown)
* Oatmeal and cereal
* Peanut butter
* Jelly
* Feminine hygiene products
* Shampoo (adult and child)
* Toothpaste (adult and child)
Top Early Childhood Education <[link removed]> Needs
* Diapers (sizes 3-6)
*
Wipes
* Nap blankets (Approximately 58"x48". New bought, new knitted, crocheted, handsewn or no-sew <[link removed]>blankets.)
Drop off at NVFS Headquarters <[link removed]> between 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday
Top Healthy Families <[link removed]> Needs
* Diapers (sizes 3-6)
* Wipes
* Board books
Top Volunteer Needs
* HRC: Food recovery drivers, particularly for week days <[link removed]> (Contact Navara Cannon <mailto:[email protected]> for more information)
* SERVE Campus: Campus Handy-Person <[link removed]> (Contact Vicky Bonilla <mailto:[email protected]> for more information)
* SERVE Shelter: Kitchen Assistant <[link removed]> (Contact Vicky Bonilla <mailto:[email protected]> for more information)
Did you enjoy this edition of the Insider? Have a suggestion? Send us an email. <mailto:[email protected]?subject=Insider suggestion> We love hearing from our readers and are continually striving to provide relevant content.
Some NVFS programs are partially funded with federal dollars.
View our Public Funding Acknowledgements <[link removed]> for details.
Privacy Policy <[link removed]>
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Northern Virginia Family Service <[link removed]>
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