Mentoring Intro Session THIS Friday, Youth Scholarships, Free Medical Supplies, Events & Needs from Our Nonprofits, and More!

Welcome to our newest Nonprofit Member , Empty Bowls Virginia Peninsula ,engaged in a grassroots effort to raise both money and awareness in the fight against hunger in our local communities. Last year, we gave $26,000 to grantees — hunger-fighting organizations that distribute food to the community.To learn more, click here .

NEW Mentorship Program for

Nonprofit Staff, Board Members, and Volunteers!

THIS Friday , June 7 - 11:30 am—1:30 pm - Newport News *

Robert Kenney, PhD , Partners Through Training

MentWorks is for anyone interested in serving as a mentor to others in the nonprofit sector as a staff member, board member, or volunteer; as well as for thosewho are seeking a mentor in any of these roles. It is also for organizations seeking to implement or improve upon their own mentoring program for staff, board members, and/or clients.

* The Introductory Session will be held in Newport News (Denbigh), however, mentor/mentee matches will be made based on your location. If you are interested in serving as a Mentor, we hope to see you Friday as well!

RSVP is required by Thursday at noon. To learn more and to sign up, click here .

June 7

Williamsburg Community Day

June 19

Putting Abilities to Work

June 20

Chicken Soup for the Mother's Soul

June 21

Family Fun Night

June 27

10th Annual Salute to Law Enforcement

Item Needs

To learn about these and other items needed, click here .

Mattresses for Home for Homeless Veterans - Joshua's Place

Volunteer Needs

To learn about these and other volunteer needs, click here .

Social Media Intern - Messer Community Services Center

Nurses Needed (active or retired) – Olde Towne Medical Ctr to assist patients. Approx 4 hour per week.

Food Pick Up - Grove Christian Outreach Center

Evening Arc Activities – The Arc of Greater Williamsburg

Donated Medical Supplies & Equipment - Available at no charge to individuals in need. Delivery is not available. To learn more, click here .

SHARE Hampton Roads – Did you know that with 2 hours of volunteer service of your choice, you can purchase any of the SHARE packages. This program is for everyone and anyone – no qualifications, forms or membership fees. To learn more about the next share day and locations, click here .

Elder Abuse Prevention Workshops -

Peninsula Agency on Aging is offering two Elder Abuse Prevention workshops specifically designed for clergy, lay leaders and pastoral care staff/volunteers. Attendees will learn to identify when one of their members might be experiencing elder abuse and how to address the situation.

Newport News – June 13 - 8:30-11:00 am, Peninsula Baptist Association

Williamsburg – June 20 - 8:30 - 11:00 am, St Martin’s Episcopal Church

Breakfast will be provided and registration is required. Please call 757.873.0541 to register for either session. Call Diane Hartley at 757.585.2707 if you need additional information.

Workforce Education Scholarships - The Williamsburg Community Foundation provides scholarships for students planning to attend college or technical school toward a certificate or associates degree in automotive technology, CAD, electronics, heating & air-conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, mechatronics & machining, or plumbing may apply. Deadline is September 2019 . To learn more, click here.

Earn Your Certificate in

Nonprofit Leadership!

The first class of the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate program begins in August! Registration is open. Training funds are available! To learn more, click here .