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CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
703-324-7500 TTY 711
DFSinfo@fairfaxcounty.gov
12011 Government Center Parkway, Pennino Building
Fairfax, VA 22035
FairfaxCountyFamilyServices
Michael A. Becketts
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2026 Venture into Volunteering Fair

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Have you been thinking about volunteering? Looking to add new and enriching activities to your life? Want to create new connections? 

Volunteer Solutions, in the Fairfax County Department of Family Services, is coordinating the annual Venture into Volunteering fair. Meet representatives from nonprofit organizations and local government agencies who will tell you about ways to volunteer in the community and answer your questions.

Venture into Volunteering will be held on the upper level at the Springfield Town Center in Springfield, VA, on Sunday, October 18, from 12-4 p.m.

If you have questions, please email VolunteerSolutions@FairfaxCounty.gov or call 703-324-5406.

This fair will take place in conjunction with the annual Beacon 50+ Expo. Dozens of exhibitors – including government agencies, nonprofits, and local businesses- will provide helpful information regarding services for older adults, retirement communities, home remodeling, financial planning, healthcare, travel, fitness, and more.

A wide variety of resources will be available, including free health screenings and vaccines (bring your insurance card and Medicare cards). There will be door prizes and giveaways!

Below is a list of organizations participating in this year's Venture into Volunteering Fair.

1st Stage Theatre
1stStage.org

Demonstrates that great art and culture are the heart and soul of vibrant communities. Our not-for-profit professional theatre produces thought-provoking performances and delivers support and resources to the region’s talented artists to do their best work.


AARP- Wish of a Lifetime Program    
WishofaLifetime.org

To spark hope and joy in the lives of adults aged 65 and above by granting life-changing wish experiences. 


Assistance League of Northern VA (ALNV)
ALNV.org

Meeting the basic needs of children in low-income families in the schools we serve and promoting literacy.


Catholic Charities of Diocese of Arlington    
CCDA.net

An ecumenical organization seeking to serve the most vulnerable people, and implementing social justice in ways that strengthen individuals, families and communities.


Dept. of Family Services- Area Agency on Aging-
Volunteer Solutions

Provide meaningful opportunities to help older adults, adults with disabilities and family caregivers in one-on-one or group settings. Fostering connections, improving quality of life and helping people age in place, as well as supporting senior center activities.


Dept. of Family Services- Domestic and Sexual Violence Services (DSVS)    
Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Volunteers

Working with communities to transform society’s response to domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking, and stalking by challenging oppression, informing policy, and providing all persons impacted by violence with equitable access to trauma-informed support, advocacy, education, and healing.


Dept. of Family Services- Children, Youth and Families
Volunteer & Partner Services Program

Provides community and early intervention services to strengthen families and promote healthy families’ functioning, while encouraging families to become self-reliant.


ECHO (Ecumenical Community Helping Others, Inc.)
Echo-inc.org

An all-volunteer, non-profit, providing help with food, clothing, housewares, and financial assistance to individuals/families in need within the Burke/Springfield community.


Fairfax Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
FairfaxCasa.org

Recruits and trains volunteers to advocate for children who are part of abuse and neglect cases in Fairfax County.


Fairfax County Park Authority
Volunteer in the Parks

To enrich quality of life for all members of the community through an enduring park system that provides a healthy environment, preserves natural and cultural heritage, offers inspiring recreational experiences, and promotes healthy lifestyles.


Fairfax County Volunteer Programs
volunteer.fairfaxcounty.gov

A centralized database (Volunteer Management System) highlighting volunteer opportunities in Fairfax County.


Fairfax Pets on Wheels (FPOW)
FPOW.org

To provide pet therapy teams to long-term care facilities in Fairfax County.


Harraseeket Foundation
ImaginingYourFuture.org

Connecting high school students with caring adults through workshops, community experiences and mentoring.


Ignatian Volunteer Corps
Ivcusa.org

Ecumenical organization providing mature men and women the opportunity to serve those in need, work for a more just society and deepen their faith through spiritual reflection.


McLean Community Center    
McLeanCenter.org

Provides experiences that excite, enrich and engage McLean, Virginia community members of all ages.


Mount Vernon at Home 
MountVernonAtHome.org

To build a village of caring people, offering solutions to support the lifetime independence of our members, allowing them to age in place.


Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS-Fairfax County)    
fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services

To partner with communities, families and individuals to provide opportunities to access a continuum of resources that promote equity and create positive outcomes for people of all ages and abilities.


Northern VA Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/older-adults/long-term-care-ombudsman-program

To advocate for the highest quality of life and care for individuals receiving long-term care services, and to resolve complaints. Including those in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and those receiving community-based care.


Rebuilding Together Arlington/Fairfax/Falls Church, Inc
RebuildingTogether-AFF.org

Repairing homes, revitalizing communities and rebuilding lives.


Rising Hope Mission Church
RisingHopeUMC.org

Restoring dignity, building hope and creating lasting change for people facing housing challenges and food-insecurity along the Rt. 1 corridor in Alexandria, VA (Fairfax County).


Shelter House
ShelterHouse.org

To prevent and end homelessness and domestic violence by engaging the community, building effective relationships, providing crisis intervention, safe housing and supportive services.


Shepherd’s Center of Annandale-Springfield
Shepherdscenter-Annandale.org

To support and enrich the lives of older adults in the community, and to empower them to use their wisdom and skills for the good of their peers in the community.


United Community
unitedcommunity.org

Helping individuals and families overcome barriers and build paths toward self-sufficiency.


United Way NCA    
UnitedWayNCA.org

Improves the lives of underserved individuals in the National Capital Area by focusing community resources on creating measurable and lasting impact.


Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program – Fairfax County Dept. of Family Services 
fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/employment-and-training/volunteer-income-tax-assistance

Volunteers are trained and provide free Income Tax service for low-income families, among other roles, including greeters.


Volunteer Fairfax- RSVP- NOVA 
VolunteerFairfax.org 

Engages people and organizations to amplify their community impact.


The Women’s Center
TheWomensCenter.org

To significantly improve the mental health and well-being of all members of the community through counseling, education, support and advocacy- regardless of ability to pay. 

 

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