News and Information
November 20, 2018
Fairfax County Public Schools will soon settle down for their "long winter's nap," but that doesn't mean Fairfax kids and teens have nothing to do!
Registration is now open for RECQuest (students in 1st - 6th grade) and Teens in Action (students 12 to 18 years old) - programs offered by Fairfax County Neighborhood and Community Services to keep students engaged and active when schools are out of session for the spring, summer and winter breaks. Each program offers healthy and affordable recreation opportunities and amazing experiences for students to learn, play and serve.
Specific Program details and registration is available online (Select the Program Below):
RECQuest
Teens in Action
Program Dates: December 26 - 28 and 31, 2018; January 2 - 4, 2019
Fees: Based on a sliding scale based on household income (see registration packets for details). Multi-child discounts and financial assistance opportunities available (eligibility requirements apply - contact a participating center for details).
November 8, 2018
November 7, 2018 - 'Tis the season of giving; and the chances are, families and residents across the county will be involved in a number of charitable efforts this holiday season. One way Fairfax County residents participate in giving back is through donating food and other household items to local food pantries and other non-profit organizations who specialize in providing these items to those in need.
Community Capacity Builder, Dawn Hyman, joined the "County Conversation" to talk about the need for food in Fairfax County and how residents can be sure that their generous contributions can have the most impact in their community.
Related: Fairfax County Food Providers Network
October 23, 2018
Fairfax County is seeking public input in an effort to validate community priorities for committing county funds to address human services needs. The county’s Consolidated Community Funding Pool (CCFP) is an allocation of funds earmarked by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors to be administered to local nonprofits and community-based organizations as an investment in programs and services that fill identified needs within communities across the county. Funding is awarded on a two-year cycle.
In preparation for the next funding cycle (FY2021-2022), beginning July 1, 2020, county staff is gathering insight and feedback from the community on the current CCFP priority areas:
Housing
Literacy/Educational Development/Attainment
Financial Stability
Health
Support/Community/Social Networks
Positive Behaviors and Healthy Relationships
Your feedback is important. Please take a moment to share your thoughts and opinions by taking the Community Feedback Survey online. Additionally, paper copies of the survey will be available at the county's Community Centers and Regional Libraries.
The survey will be available until Saturday, December 15, 2018. All responses will be anonymous.
Learn More: Fairfax County Consolidated Community Funding Pool
