09/20/2023
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09/20/2023
SEEKING HOLIDAY ELVES! Multiple Volunteer Opportunities in October Join Us As We Register Families in Need this Holiday Season! ON WEEKENDS IN OCTOBER, WE WILL BE SIGNING-UP OVER 600 FAMILIES TO R
07/12/2023
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06/08/2023
UPDATE: if you are purchasing items on Amazon there should be a an option for a box you can check for "Delivery to Christine Coussens gift registry address."
If you do not see this option, you can mail to:
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4850 Mark Center Drive
Child Welfare Services, 7th floor
Alexandria, VA 22311
06/01/2023
Thank you Zebra Press for supporting the Fund and sharing these wonderful pictures from our event! ❤ In all the excitement, I forgot to take pics, so I very much appreciate you!!!
05/19/2023
We are so excited for tonight's Hope Grows Here Gala at Above ALX! Here are some of our exciting live auction items and the wonderful sponsors who have made this event possible. Tickets still on sale at https://hopegrowshere23.givesmart.com
05/11/2023
You can make a difference. Baby Wish List Needed A baby shower celebrates the upcoming birth of a darling baby girl or boy. Family and friends gather together to show their love and support for the
05/08/2023
730. That is the average number of days a child spends in foster care in the United States. Within that time, there are so many opportunities for moments of joy. As we near the final push of ticket sales to the Hope Grows Here Gala taking place on May 19th, we invite you to join us to help create positive everlasting childhood memories for some of Alexandria's most vulnerable.
Remember your first bike? How about your prom? How about the first time you scored a goal or got a good grade on a test you'd been studying for? Childhood should be filled with these moments; the moments we carry with us to adulthood, the ones that help shape who we are.
We still have 100 tickets left which means 100 opportunities still left for you to make a difference. The Fund cannot do this work without your support!
04/27/2023
Thank you so much for believing in and supporting our Emergency Bed Fund! Because of you and the community's overwhelming generosity we have exceeded our fundraising goal this year! We are speechless and grateful and on behalf of the Fund, and the children and families we serve in Alexandria, thank you so much!! Because of you, many more children and teens will have a bed to call their own and most importantly, a safe place to sleep.
04/27/2023
What an exciting night!!! THANK YOU to everyone who supported Spring2ACTion this year and a SPECIAL THANKS to those who supported the Fund for Alexandria's Child!! We exceeded our goal of $10,000 and could not have done this without you and your amazing generosity and heart to help others. Stay in bed, enjoy a cup of coffee, and have a great day!!! We look forward to announcing our total amount raised once we officially wake up!
04/26/2023
Giving Day ends tonight at 11:59 p.m.! We are so close to our goal and are incredibly thankful to all of you who have so generously donated to the FUND! And thank you to those who still plan to give before saying Sweet Dreams and Good Night!
UPDATE: We are at $8,970!!! WOOT WOOT!!
04/26/2023
We are more than half-way to our $10,000 goal! Thank you to all who have donated and who still plan to do so!
04/25/2023
Tomorrow’s the BIG DAY!! is here, and our hearts are filled with such love and appreciation for being a part of the Fund for Alexandria’s Child, Spring2ACTion 2023, and the City of Alexandria. We are overwhelmed by the continuous generosity of this community. Thank you to all those who have supported the Fund for Alexandria’s Child Early Giving Week and those who still plan to give tomorrow. Just last week, the Fund gave a pack n’ play and fitted sheets to a six-month-old who only had a baby swing to sleep in and a pack n’ play and bassinet for a three-week old infant who is being discharged from the hospital. Because of you, they will have safe places to sleep!
And thank you to the other amazing organizations that are also participating in Spring2ACTion this year and to all those in the community who support them. None of us could do our important work without you!
The Fund for Alexandria’s Child attended the Spring2ACTion Kick Off event last week and enjoyed learning more about each of these organizations and how they make a difference. We feel privileged to be a part of this group! We also attended the Volunteers are the Heart of Alexandria appreciation event and were even more inspired and motivated by the work that is being done in this community and by the people who give so much of their hearts and time to help others. THANK YOU!
Please continue to make a difference and donate to Spring2ACTion through April 26th. If you would like to donate to the Fund’s Emergency Bed Fund you can do so at https://www.spring2action.org/organizations/the-fund-for-alexandria-s-child
04/11/2023
Tomorrow you can give a child in the City of Alexandria, a safe place to sleep and dream! Spring2ACTion Early Giving is here and the children we serve NEED your support! • Donate via this link: https://www.spring2action.org/organizations/the-fund-for-alexandria-s-child -- April 12 thru April 26. Please know a donation of any size will make a big difference!
03/27/2023
03/09/2023
We are so grateful and excited for this event! What a great way to celebrate local artists and Women's History Month ❤
Not to be missed!!! Proceeds benefit The Fund For Alexandria's Child!
03/06/2023
We're beyond excited to announce you can now purchase tickets for this year's 20th gala, Hope Grows Here! Be the first to grab your tickets at https://HopeGrowsHere23.givesmart.com
This annual gala serves as our major fundraiser to support the Fund's mission: enhancing the quality of life of children in foster care and at-risk children in our community. Join us at Above ALX Community on May 19th and help their dreams blossom!
02/24/2023
Want a sneak peek where this year's Gala will be? Above ALX Community has amazing views!!! Come join us on the rooftop on May 19th at 7:30 p.m.
02/23/2023
02/23/2023
SAVE THE DATE: We are excited to be celebrating our 20th Annual Fostering the Future Gala: Hope Grows Here! on Friday, May 19th at Above ALX Community rooftop and penthouse. Guests will enjoy an enticing silent/live auction, heavy hours d'oeuvres, cocktails, and spectacular panoramic views of historic Old Town, the Potomac River, and the sights of DC in the distance. 100% of the Fund's proceeds directly benefit at-risk children of abuse/neglect and children in foster care in the City of Alexandria! We look forward to celebrating with you!
01/06/2023
Happy New Year Friends,
I have news that is bittersweet to share. After 8 years of leading The Fund for Alexandria's Child, it is time for my farewell. I have recently been promoted as Supervisor to the Resource (Foster Care & Adoption) Unit.
This is a moment of cheer but also tears for me as I bid you adieu as the Coordinator of Community Resources. Leading the Fund for Alexandria's Child has been the greatest honor of my career. I have had the wonderful privilege of witnessing the generosity and support of our community wrap its arms around our children and families again and again. You have inspired me. You have amazed me. Thank you all for more years than I ever expected of your kind support. It is not just the meaningful work together that I will miss but the real difference we made together. I look forward to hearing about all the good work you continue to do. This is not an end to my commitment to The Fund but a new beginning as I supervise and support your new leader! I hope the amazing support you have provided to me and The Fund will continue for years to come.
Please join me in congratulating Christine “Chrissy” Levine as the new Coordinator of Community Resource in Child Welfare Services!
Chrissy has been a valued member of the Child Welfare Services team at Alexandria Department of Community and Human Services since 2004. In her most recent role, she has been responsible for recruiting, training, completing mutual family assessments, and supporting foster families. She has over 20 years of experience in child welfare and holds a Master of Social Work Degree.
Chrissy has been an active supporter and volunteer for the Fund for Alexandria’s Child since 2009. In 2014, she became an active member of the advisory council and over the years has assisted the Fund in numerous capacities including the Gala and Holiday Sharing to name a few. Her passion and commitment to the Fund over the years, and the relationships she has built within the department and the community will serve her well in this new position.
Chrissy hit the ground running in December and met quite a few of you during Holiday Sharing distribution week. She is excited to connect with all of you who love and support The Fund and the children and families we serve.
---Krystal
11/07/2022
Temperatures are dropping next week and we still need 60 coats for children and teens. Please help us clear the list and support our coat drive spearheaded by our partner in good Kate Moran with Rainbow Rock Band. Your support will ensure all our kiddos are ready for the change for the cold weather quickly approaching. THANK YOU!
11/07/2022
10/09/2022
What a day! Thank you to our volunteers and everyone who dropped off clothing today in support of our upcoming children’s clothing giveaway. We are amazed by your generosity. ❤️💜💙💛💚
09/13/2022
Hi Fund Friends! Our partners in joy Worthdays help make our kiddos in foster care feel really special on their birthday. We have a few young people with October birthdays without sponsors. Can you help?
Calling all JOY MAKERS in Northern Virginia/Alexandria area! We want to spread the word about the ability to bring joy to kids in foster care through our partnership with The Fund For Alexandria's Child!
We have more Northern Virginia birthdays with October birthdays than ever and we need to find sponsors willing to ensure these young people are celebrated for their birthday! Most people get involved with our organization because a friend told them about the opportunity to spread some joy. We are certain there are people in this area who would love to help in this way … we just need to find them!
Help us spread the word by tagging friends in this post or sharing it with them! Maybe they can’t get involved this month but maybe they can next!
New here? You can read more about our organization by visiting www.worthdays.org! If you scroll down on our page you will see a post with all the information about October birthdays! Currently we need sponsors for Q, R, S! Need help figuring it all out? Just shoot us a message here or email [email protected]
Ready set, go - mission: find the joymakers in NOVA 🥳 🚦
07/07/2022
Our community is amazing! Thank you to everyone who has shared our previous post. Thank you to everyone who has the purchased an item or two from our Amazon wish list to spread summer fun to children, teens, and young adults in Alexandria impacted by the child welfare system. The wish list is nearly cleared. There are less than 15 items remaining. Can you help us clear the list? https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1IZ238A4X1E9D?ref_=wl_share
07/04/2022
For a lot of people the 4th of July really feels like the beginning of summer.
Last week DCHS Child Welfare Social Workers asked children and teens on their caseloads what is one item that would make your summer. We compiled all the items to an Amazon Wishlist
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1IZ238A4X1E9D?ref_=wl_share
These wishes come directly from our youth.
The wishes vary from basic needs like t-shirts or household items to summer fun essentials like a splash pad or roller skates. These items will spark their imagination, unleash talents, fulfill a need, and simply make them happy.
We would love to clear the site by granting every single wish! Please help us by granting a wish or tow if you are able or sharing this post on your page to spread awareness about our campaign to grant simple wishes of kids and young adults who have experienced the trauma of foster care.
While getting just the thing you wished for means so much, more importantly it sends the message that someone sees you, knows your likes, and cared enough to make you smile.
06/03/2022
It's almost summer! The 90 degree temperatures have arrived but so have Fund requests for summer camps, amusement park admissions, swimming lessons and other summer necessities! Because of you and your support Alexandria kiddos experiencing the child welfare system will be gifted fun all summer long!
05/06/2022
Graduation is right around the corner. You can help us celebrate our 2022 graduates. This year, we have 9 amazing youth to celebrate! The significance of this achievement cannot be emphasized enough. Due to the relative instability of growing up in foster care, nationally, only about 50% of the children graduate from high school, and the number of college graduates is significantly lower. We are proud of each of them and are extremely hopeful for their future. Being able to celebrate our youth is one of the highlights of our year. The look of shock and excitement on their faces when they see all the gifts never grows old. We hope you will join us again in celebrating this milestone. Now more than ever these youth need to be lifted up & celebrated for their extraordinary accomplishments. ⠀
It's so easy to help from the comfort of your home. Consider purchasing an item from our Amazon Wish List to be included in gift baskets presented to this year's graduates https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3F110O10XZT5I
Or if you would prefer to make a monetary donation to go towards the purchasing of IPADS for each of our graduates please do so here https://fundforalexandriaschild.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/fundforalexandriaschild/donation.jsp?campaign=23&&test=true
04/27/2022
It's Spring2ACTion day! We are officially at the halfway point of the day and we have raised 50% of our goal! Every dollar raised today goes towards our Emergency Bed Fund. Help us reach our goal so every request for a bed can be fulfilled. To donate and learn more about our campaign: https://www.spring2action.org/organizations/the-fund-for-alexandria-s-child
04/25/2022
Please consider having lunch, dinner, or a mid-day snack at Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap TODAY! 10% of all sales will benefit The Fund for Alexandria’s Child!
04/18/2022
The Fund for Alexandria's Child is thrilled to be participating in Spring2ACTion! This year the online fundraiser will take place on April 27 and we are raising funds for our emergency bed fund.
We believe every child deserves a safe place to sleep. Help give a child a place to dream by donating $5.
🚨BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Early giving is now open!
To donate visit: https://www.spring2action.org/organizations/the-fund-for-alexandria-s-child
04/18/2022
Thank you Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap for supporting The Fund for Alexandria's Child for Spring2ACTion but also throughout the year! On Monday, April 25 dine in or place a to-go order to support our Spring2ACT Campaign raising money for our Emergency Bed Fund! What's better than eating good food for a good cause?!?
📅 Mark Your Calendar! 📅 As part of Spring2ACTion's Early Giving program, Lena's is donating 10% of sales on Monday, April 25 to The Fund For Alexandria's Child! So, make a reservation or place your to-go order and help us maximize our donation to this incredible local organization! ❤️
Reservations > https://bit.ly/3f0YeJH
Online Orders > http://bit.ly/LenasChowNow
The Fund for Alexandria's Child works to enhance the quality of life of children in foster care and children at risk of abuse and neglect by promoting community awareness, involvement, and resource development. You can learn more about the Fund here: https://www.alexandriava.gov/TheFundForAlexChild
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04/08/2022
City of Alexandria foster parents Emily and Peter were recently recognized by the organization Together We Rise for the care they provide children. Learn more about their story here- https://www.alexandriava.gov/dchs-connect/2022-04-07/recognizing-a-local-foster-care-family
City of Alexandria foster parents Emily and Peter were recently recognized by the organization “Together We Rise” for the care they provide to a child. Learn about ways to support children in foster care.
04/01/2022
When we invest in children, we are investing in their future. This April, learn how communities can come together to ensure children have what they need to be the best they can be! https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/preventing/preventionmonth/
03/22/2022
This month we celebrated quite a few birthdays! 5 teenagers in foster care had a birthday in March and were celebrated thanks to our partner in joy giving Worthdays! One young person's 21st birthday was made extra special because of their birthday box. We are told she couldn't stop smiling and had tears of joy as she opened everything. Thank you Worthdays! Your message of “you are worth it”, is felt every single month by children and teens we serve.
03/16/2022
Thank you Be The Good Project for replacing our little food pantry! This one is a bit bigger so even more non-perishable food can be available for those in need. Gratitude to our community for continuing to keep it full week after week. 🥰
Meet our NEW unit at The Fund For Alexandria's Child in Del Ray (2525 Mt Vernon Ave)!
Unfortunately, the winter weather took a toll on the previous pantry, resulting in a broken door. Last evening we were able to install a bigger, brand new unit for visitors at the Alexandria City Department of the Community and Human Services. 💜
03/01/2022
March is Social Work Month!
We are taking this moment to express how thankful we are for our City of Alexandria Child Welfare Social Workers!
The dedication, stress, and sometimes unpredictable hours, are not glamorous but make such a big impact in our community for the children of Alexandria and their families.
Thank you so much for all you do, it does not go unnoticed! We appreciate you!
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UPDATE: Holiday Sharing 2021 News! Thank you to the 100 of you who have already signed up to give joy to families, seniors/disabled adults, and youth in foster care. We have begun matching over the past few days so begin to check your email inboxes. We are still in need of sponsors so if you haven't signed up but are interested in spreading joy to your Alexandria neighbors in need please visit https://www.alexandriava.gov/TheFundForAlexChild for more information.
The season of giving is quickly approaching! Financial and emotional stress dampen the holiday cheer of our neighbors in need. This was especially true last year. 2020 was a devastating year for so many of us, but the community came together to make the holidays bright for so many families, seniors, and children in foster care. Due to COVID, the Holiday Sharing Program had to adjust its normal operations to make sure we were able to help families safely. Amazingly, our ability to bring joy only grew! As a result of the ongoing pandemic there are once again some significant changes to our Holiday Sharing Program again this year. We hope to return to our traditional ways of joy giving in 2022. One thing that has not changed: Our community needs you! Visit https://www.alexandriava.gov/TheFundForAlexChild to find out the many ways you can join us to spread joy and cheer this holiday season.
Knock, Knock! SPECIAL DELIVERY! Party Packs are on their way to be deliver to 20 lucky guests! Special thanks to Taqueria Poblano Del Ray for supplying all the ingredients to make their world famous margarita! When your party pack arrives be sure to take a pic and tag us!
EVENT :: The event website for our Families Helping Families…From Our Home to Yours Virtual Gala is now live and registration is open! Register today at https://FFAC2021Gala.givesmart.com to join us on 8/12. The first 25 people to register will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card. Much like last year, the event will be fun and interactive. Join us virtually for an evening of inspiration and all your gala favorites including a raffle, live auction, and Raise the Paddle. We’d love to "see" you there!
Our Response to COVID-19
As a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, many of the families and children we serve are struggling to make ends meet, and with the help of our community, we have continued saying YES to fulfilling every request we receive. We debuted this video during the #StayatHomeGala and are now thrilled to share what we have accomplished over the past few months because of YOU!
Party Packs are on their way!
FFAC Stay at Home Gala: Live Auction Item Highlight
The countdown is on! We are officially one week out! As we approach our Stay at Home Gala, today we bring to you a short video from our auctioneer Sherry Truhlar of Red Apple Auctions highlighting one of our amazing auction pakages! For more information and to register to attend visit https://StayHomeFFAC.givesmart.com
Official Promo Video for FFAC Stay at Home Gala!
It's here!! The official promotional video for The Stay at Home Gala has made its theatrical release! Check it out for even more reasons you should join us from your couch on August 14th! Register for FREE: https://StayHomeFFAC.givesmart.com
Sponsor Shoutout- The Goodhart Group
Sponsor Shoutout! We are so thankful for The Goodhart Group. Thank you Sue Goodhart and Allison Goodhart DuShuttle for your dedication to The Fund and Alexandria's at-risk children and children in foster care for over 15 years.
Save the Date: 8/14 Stay at Home Gala
Your Attendance is Essential! Save the date to join us on August 14 at 8pm to attend our first ever virtual gala. While we can't gather in person, we are still excited to come together virtually for an evening of inspiration and all your gala favorites including a raffle, live auction, and Raise the Paddle. More Information to come including how to register to attend this FREE event! We’d love to "see" you there!
City of Alexandria 2020 Foster Parent of the Year
Congratulations to Mr. Venor Biggs, recognized as our City of Alexandria 2020 Foster Parent of the Year! Venor Biggs is known as a foster parent with a big heart. He provides youth with structure and expectations while giving them enriching experiences involving art, culture, travel, food, and family. He currently has two foster youth placed with him that are a part of a set of seven siblings. He has seamlessly incorporated the youth’s siblings into their weekly, and often daily, activities. Thank you Mr. Biggs for all that you do for Alexandria children and families. #FosterCareMonth
Alexandria Foster Parents of the Year: Michael and Jennifer Ohaneson
2019 Foster Parents of the Year: Michael and Jennifer Ohaneson
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Calling all JOY MAKERS in Northern Virginia/Alexandria area! We want to spread the word about the ability to bring joy to kids in foster care through our partnership with The Fund For Alexandria's Child!
We have more Northern Virginia birthdays with October birthdays than ever and we need to find sponsors willing to ensure these young people are celebrated for their birthday! Most people get involved with our organization because a friend told them about the opportunity to spread some joy. We are certain there are people in this area who would love to help in this way … we just need to find them!
Help us spread the word by tagging friends in this post or sharing it with them! Maybe they can’t get involved this month but maybe they can next!
New here? You can read more about our organization by visiting www.worthdays.org! If you scroll down on our page you will see a post with all the information about October birthdays! Currently we need sponsors for Q, R, S! Need help figuring it all out? Just shoot us a message here or email [email protected]
Ready set, go - mission: find the joymakers in NOVA 🥳 🚦
We have more Northern Virginia birthdays with October birthdays than ever and we need to find sponsors willing to ensure these young people are celebrated for their birthday! Most people get involved with our organization because a friend told them about the opportunity to spread some joy. We are certain there are people in this area who would love to help in this way … we just need to find them!
Help us spread the word by tagging friends in this post or sharing it with them! Maybe they can’t get involved this month but maybe they can next!
New here? You can read more about our organization by visiting www.worthdays.org! If you scroll down on our page you will see a post with all the information about October birthdays! Currently we need sponsors for Q, R, S! Need help figuring it all out? Just shoot us a message here or email [email protected]
Ready set, go - mission: find the joymakers in NOVA 🥳 🚦
Supporting The Fund For Alexandria's Child tonight as a long-time proud member of their Advisory Council! It is time for ACT for Alexandria Spring2ACTion (Giving Day of online giving is Wednesday, April 27th). Thanks to Yates Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap for giving 10% of today’s proceeds to The Fund for Alexandria’s Child - a branch of Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) that assists our foster youth and families in need. Thank you for all you do to support our community daily! 🍕
Looking for an excuse not to make lunch and dinner? 🙋♂️ Lena's is DONATING 10% of sales today to The Fund For Alexandria's Child as part of Spring2ACTion's Early Giving Program! 😃Stop by, make a reservation, or order online to help us maximize our donation to this amazing local organization!
Reservations > https://bit.ly/3f0YeJH
Online Orders > http://bit.ly/LenasChowNow
Visit Del Ray
Reservations > https://bit.ly/3f0YeJH
Online Orders > http://bit.ly/LenasChowNow
Visit Del Ray
📅 Mark Your Calendar! 📅 As part of Spring2ACTion's Early Giving program, Lena's is donating 10% of sales on Monday, April 25 to The Fund For Alexandria's Child! So, make a reservation or place your to-go order and help us maximize our donation to this incredible local organization! ❤️
Reservations > https://bit.ly/3f0YeJH
Online Orders > http://bit.ly/LenasChowNow
The Fund for Alexandria's Child works to enhance the quality of life of children in foster care and children at risk of abuse and neglect by promoting community awareness, involvement, and resource development. You can learn more about the Fund here: https://www.alexandriava.gov/TheFundForAlexChild
Visit Del Ray
Reservations > https://bit.ly/3f0YeJH
Online Orders > http://bit.ly/LenasChowNow
The Fund for Alexandria's Child works to enhance the quality of life of children in foster care and children at risk of abuse and neglect by promoting community awareness, involvement, and resource development. You can learn more about the Fund here: https://www.alexandriava.gov/TheFundForAlexChild
Visit Del Ray
It is the season of giving and we are working with the The Fund For Alexandria's Child to provide Thanksgiving for two families this year.
Just so you know, your contribution will directly help a young adult who recently aged out of foster care and will be hosting his first thanksgiving in his new apartment for his mentor and his former foster parent. He loves to cook and is thrilled to finally make a big dinner for people who have made such an impact in his life.
Each $5 donation will enter you in a raffle to win a full Tavi outfit (leggings, top and sports bra) which will be drawn on Sunday the 21st {when we will stop collecting donations}. Because, when you give, you get so much more in return and maybe in this case a super cute outfit!
If you would like to donate, please use the link below or come to the studio to donate in person.
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=258120&stype=43&catid=100021&prod
Just so you know, your contribution will directly help a young adult who recently aged out of foster care and will be hosting his first thanksgiving in his new apartment for his mentor and his former foster parent. He loves to cook and is thrilled to finally make a big dinner for people who have made such an impact in his life.
Each $5 donation will enter you in a raffle to win a full Tavi outfit (leggings, top and sports bra) which will be drawn on Sunday the 21st {when we will stop collecting donations}. Because, when you give, you get so much more in return and maybe in this case a super cute outfit!
If you would like to donate, please use the link below or come to the studio to donate in person.
https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=258120&stype=43&catid=100021&prod
Tonight's gift bag for The Fund For Alexandria's Child is out and ready to go. Virtual gala 2.0!
Now through the end of December, when you buy a $100 Lena's gift card, not only do we give you a $20 Be Our Guest bonus card for free, but we'll donate $10 to The Fund For Alexandria's Child! Now that's a win-win-win! Stop by and pick one up, or purchase one online > https://www.lenaswoodfire.com/giftcards
Looking for a way to celebrate the holidays while helping families in need? The Fund for Alexandria's Child is still looking for donors to assist with the Holiday Sharing Program. This year is unique in that due to the COVID pandemic, we will only be collecting gift cards to share with families. No purchasing gifts, no wrapping, no delivering. How much easier can it be? If you are interested, please see the link below. As of today, we still have 160 families to match. Have questions, feel free to contact me here on Facebook.
Sign up here today and and we can match you with a family as soon as this week. https://apps.alexandriava.gov/HolidaySharing/
Sign up here today and and we can match you with a family as soon as this week. https://apps.alexandriava.gov/HolidaySharing/
Our NOVA partner, The Fund For Alexandria's Child, is already planning for graduation of the youth in their care and we would love to help make these important celebrations possible!
Nationwide, only 3 percent of youth in foster care graduate high school. This year, Alexandria DSS has 10 graduates to celebrate who are BEATING THE ODDS!
We are sensitive to the reality that so many are unable to help during this time. If you are able to help, we would so appreciate you checking out the Amazon Wish List they have prepared with items to be included in gift baskets presented to this year's graduates. Even if you can’t help by purchasing, you certainly can by getting the word out 🎉
Let us know if you are able to snag something in support of one of these 10 grads! We appreciate you 🎉
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3F110O10XZT5I?ref_=wl_share
Nationwide, only 3 percent of youth in foster care graduate high school. This year, Alexandria DSS has 10 graduates to celebrate who are BEATING THE ODDS!
We are sensitive to the reality that so many are unable to help during this time. If you are able to help, we would so appreciate you checking out the Amazon Wish List they have prepared with items to be included in gift baskets presented to this year's graduates. Even if you can’t help by purchasing, you certainly can by getting the word out 🎉
Let us know if you are able to snag something in support of one of these 10 grads! We appreciate you 🎉
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Gerry Cooper and Nancy Van Gulick have been “friends” of Guest House for more than fifty years, combined.
Nancy worked with the runaway shelter in Old Town as a volunteer in the 1970s. She also became involved with the The Fund For Alexandria's Child. She said, “That’s where I became involved with incarcerated parents, and where I became involved with Guest House. I realized these kids had little hope if their parents couldn’t get better.”
Gerry is a member of Old Presbyterian Meeting House. He first learned about Guest House about 10 years ago through the Service and Justice Board at OPMH. He said, “The outgoing moderator wanted to introduce me to all non-profits in Alexandria we support as a church. He brought me over FoGH and introduced me to Kari; it started a love affair with FoGH that continues to this day. I was so impressed with all FoGH does for the women; and I was appalled that state doesn’t have more ‘guest houses’ around the state. The state should be concerned with re-acclimating women back into society.”
Nancy, who has supported FoGH for all 45 years of its existence, says she’s most impressed with, “The attitude of the women. They get there and everyone is so open and available to them, I think that’s a good thing. And they have good results, it’s a program that works, and I’ve seen a lot that didn’t. It’s not a shelter, these women get a good sense of self-awareness.”
Gerry really admires, “The care that FoGH gives to those who are in their charge in both the areas of self-discipline and the opportunity to connect with local businesses that clients might be able to work for. FoGH gives women the opportunity to get back on their feet and re-start their lives in a different way than what they did before they were incarcerated.”
Gerry and Nancy are both dedicated to continuing their commitment to FoGH.
Nancy worked with the runaway shelter in Old Town as a volunteer in the 1970s. She also became involved with the The Fund For Alexandria's Child. She said, “That’s where I became involved with incarcerated parents, and where I became involved with Guest House. I realized these kids had little hope if their parents couldn’t get better.”
Gerry is a member of Old Presbyterian Meeting House. He first learned about Guest House about 10 years ago through the Service and Justice Board at OPMH. He said, “The outgoing moderator wanted to introduce me to all non-profits in Alexandria we support as a church. He brought me over FoGH and introduced me to Kari; it started a love affair with FoGH that continues to this day. I was so impressed with all FoGH does for the women; and I was appalled that state doesn’t have more ‘guest houses’ around the state. The state should be concerned with re-acclimating women back into society.”
Nancy, who has supported FoGH for all 45 years of its existence, says she’s most impressed with, “The attitude of the women. They get there and everyone is so open and available to them, I think that’s a good thing. And they have good results, it’s a program that works, and I’ve seen a lot that didn’t. It’s not a shelter, these women get a good sense of self-awareness.”
Gerry really admires, “The care that FoGH gives to those who are in their charge in both the areas of self-discipline and the opportunity to connect with local businesses that clients might be able to work for. FoGH gives women the opportunity to get back on their feet and re-start their lives in a different way than what they did before they were incarcerated.”
Gerry and Nancy are both dedicated to continuing their commitment to FoGH.
Sourceree and our friends at the DRRS Implementation Office collected snacks and funds for The Fund For Alexandria's Child - the children of Alexandria in foster care. Snacks are a simple way to bring comfort to the children. Thank you for donating and big thanks to Aisha who rallied the collection! ❤️
Sharing from The Fund For Alexandria's Child Benefit Gala at The Hummingbird Restaurant from May 3, 2019
TODAY, May 18, is Kids Helping Kids - Lemonaide Day in Alexandria--Look for the 17 Lemonade stands around town from 8 am to 4 pm. raising money for a great cause! To find a stand (https://www.mapcustomizer.com/map/KHK%20Lemonaide%20Stands%202019)
The main stand is in Market Square (200 King Street in front of City Hall) and this year the funds go to Liberty's Promise Alexandria, Space of Her Own, The Fund For Alexandria's Child, and Alexandria Police Foundation's Shop with a Cop Program.
Help them reach $20K this year!
Kids Helping Kids, Inc. is an effort by kids in Alexandria to help children in need in Alexandria. Founded in 2002, Kids Helping Kids currently consists of a group of high school students who have come together to form the backbone of the organization, recruiting youth volunteers, spreading awareness of the event, gathering sponsors to donate supplies, and organizing the precise logistics of the event. Kids Helping Kids has a 501(c)3 non-profit status.
Now in its seventeenth year, Kids Helping Kids has raised over $200,000, for various children’s charities in Alexandria.
The main stand is in Market Square (200 King Street in front of City Hall) and this year the funds go to Liberty's Promise Alexandria, Space of Her Own, The Fund For Alexandria's Child, and Alexandria Police Foundation's Shop with a Cop Program.
Help them reach $20K this year!
Kids Helping Kids, Inc. is an effort by kids in Alexandria to help children in need in Alexandria. Founded in 2002, Kids Helping Kids currently consists of a group of high school students who have come together to form the backbone of the organization, recruiting youth volunteers, spreading awareness of the event, gathering sponsors to donate supplies, and organizing the precise logistics of the event. Kids Helping Kids has a 501(c)3 non-profit status.
Now in its seventeenth year, Kids Helping Kids has raised over $200,000, for various children’s charities in Alexandria.
Alexandria prosecutor David Lord telling his compelling personal story of being a foster child at The Fund For Alexandria's Child Gala.
Great time at the The Fund For Alexandria's Child's "Captain's Night" event!
The Fund For Alexandria's Child Fostering the Future--Captain's Night
May 3, 2019 (Photos by Lucelle O'Flaherty)
May 3, 2019 (Photos by Lucelle O'Flaherty)
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