National Volunteer Appreciation Week is April 21-28, but we recognize the contributions that volunteers make to SOAR365 every single day!
Last year, SOAR365 engaged nearly 1,000 volunteers who gave over 10,600 hours of service to our organization. Volunteers support our mission in so many ways. From volunteering at annual events, to working outside to keep our spaces accessible and safe, to jumping in to provide our participants with unique opportunities and new faces – volunteers do it all. National Volunteer Week gives us the opportunity to say “thank you” to our incredible volunteer team. Our goal at SOAR365 is to be best-in-class in everything we do. Volunteers are at the core of that by giving their time and energy back to our community. If you work with a volunteer in your department, give them an extra dose of appreciation in April!
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Created in 2013, the Active RVA Certification and Awards program recognizes the Richmond region’s exceptional employers and schools that are implementing innovative programs to promote physical activity. SOAR365 has received the Active RVA certification for several years. This year, SOAR365 was the proud recipient of the Active RVA Company of the Year award in recognition of all the work that the organization, through its Wellness committee, has done toward the well-being of our staff and program participants. Here’s an insight into the types of things we have done over the last year. Congratulations to all!
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Summer Camp is our favorite time of year, and we are already dreaming up fun activities for our 2024 campers. A few spaces are still available so join us for one of ten summer camp sessions!
At Camp Baker, kids and adults with disabilities get to enjoy all the traditional fun of summer camp. The 22 wooded acres are a beautiful setting for horseback riding, arts and crafts, sports, fishing, music and drama activities, hiking, paddle boating and even outdoor tent camping. Plus, campers get to participate in Summer Camp’s famous talent show. Overnight and day camp options are available.
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Summer Camp Scholarships |
Even if you don’t have a loved one attending camp, you can help someone else experience the fun! As part of the Ladybug Fund Winetasting & Silent Auction, we are accepting gifts towards Summer Camp Scholarships for those who need a little extra teamwork to make
it happen.
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Learn more about two of our Supported Employment participants: Nathan & Sarah
Nathan is currently working at Food Lion, where he has been learning new skills in inventory management, organization and customer service while on shift. Sarah is a former Business Solutions employee. After gaining career skills in Assembly & Logistics, Sarah is now ready to explore jobs outside of SOAR365.
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Mark your calendars for the 2024 Summer Series! SOAR365 will be hosting two evenings of accessible fun in PARK365, each featuring food trucks, music and family-friendly activities from our community partners. Follow SOAR365 and PARK365 on Facebook, as well as SOAR365 on Instagram, for more updates on these events.
June 20 – Rain date is June 27
July 18 – Rain date is July 25
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Free Admission!
Sponsored by
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Please note: PARK365 will close at 2 p.m. on June 20 and July 18 so we may set up for our Summer Series events. You are invited to come back with family and friends to join the fun from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
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Richmond Magazine’s 2024 Best & Worst survey is underway and we want YOU to vote for PARK365 as the best community playground
in RVA!
Specially designed to accommodate those with disabilities, PARK365 features an accessible treehouse, supportive swings, recycled rubber safety surfaces, creative and sensory play areas, and more. By focusing on inclusive fun for everyone, PARK365 allows children and adults with and without disabilities to play together, learn about each other, and build friendships. Vote between now and April 26th to help PARK365 win best community playground for the second year in a row!
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Memorial Day (offices closed)
May 27, 2024
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- Provide administrative support to the HR department as needed. This will include record-keeping, file maintenance, and HRIS entry. Your people skills will come in handy as you deliver exceptional customer service to staff as the front-facing representative of the HR department.
- Manage the operations and staff for respite and emergency respite. You will come to know the great people that make us who we are as an organization!
- Provide Supported Employment guidance to people with disabilities. Your people skills will come in handy and will help you to maintain professional relationships with your fellow team members and those that we serve.
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