August 2025



Congratulations to Autumn,

Volunteer of the Month!

For Autumn, the best thing about Youth Volunteer Corps is the people she’s met along the way. “The thing I enjoy most about YVC is meeting new people,” she said. “Being able to network so often is not only vital toward a productive and exciting future but is also super fun. It brings good memories and opportunities to make connections, friends, and a positive impact on others.”

Her time with YVC has also helped her grow personally. “I’ve definitely grown whilst being in YVC by learning to be comfortable with the uncomfortable,” Autumn reflected. She explained that working alongside passionate, talented leaders has taught her how to let go of the need to control every situation and instead embrace teamwork. “It’s allowed me to learn how to be more of a team player and just be okay with my role—doing the best with what I have and being confident that everything we are doing matters and counts for something.”


Of all the service opportunities she’s taken part in, one project stands out: volunteering at the Peninsula Rescue Mission. “Every little bit of just being there makes an impact on both myself and the people we are helping,” she shared. Whether preparing and serving food, cleaning up, or talking with staff, she feels the work is meaningful. “It all contributes to not only being a better volunteer but making a better community. I always leave those projects feeling inspired.”


Through YVC, Autumn has found a place where service, growth, and community come together—and where her impact continues to ripple outward.

Join the international network of YVC alumni and connect with other professionals and community leaders while representing Hampton Roads!

Announcing YVCHR's Pickle for a Purpose Tournament



Mark your calendar and register today! Visit yvchr.org/pickleball for details.

Upcoming Service Projects


  • Click the project links below or visit our Project Calendar for more information about each service opportunity. Some projects have special requirements or considerations, so please read carefully.
  • Log in to your YDAT account to sign up for project(s)! Volunteer spots go fast, so be sure to reserve yours ASAP.
  • Be sure you can commit and have transportation to the project(s) for which you are registered.
  • Ensure you receive timely informational emails by adding programdirector@yvchr.org to your contact safelist. To avoid having our emails go to junk/spam, click here for Safelist directions!


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Ready to register for a service project? Follow the steps below. If you do NOT receive a confirmation email after registering, please contact programdirector@yvchr.org.


Step 1. Visit https://ydat.org/site/HamptonRoads

Step 2. Log in with your existing credentials -OR- create a new account.

Step 3. Access your YDAT account and explore list of service projects.

Step 4. Register for a project by clicking the word "ADD" next to your project(s) of choice. Then scroll to the bottom and click the other "NEXT" button. You can register for multiple projects at once.

Step 5. You'll be directed to a screen with details for the project(s) you selected. Be sure to read all project information carefully and then click "SIGN UP." A confirmation message will appear, and you'll also receive an email confirming your registration to the email address associated with your YDAT account.


Community Art Day

(Williamsburg)

Saturday, September 20

Shift 1: 8:15 AM - 1:00 PM

Shift 2: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Shift 3: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM



Lynnhaven River NOW Clean-Up

(VA Beach)

Saturday, September 13

Saturday, October 18

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM


Bugfest

(Yorktown)

Saturday, September 27

9:45 AM - 2:15 PM



Games & Crafts for Kids at

CHIP Parent Cafe

(Chesapeake)

Thursday, September 18

Thursday, October 16

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM


 

Peninsula Rescue Mission

(Newport News)

Monday, September 15

Monday, October 20

4:45 PM - 6:15 PM

*Must be 16 years old.*


Fresh Food Wednesday

(VA Beach)

Wednesday, September 24

Wednesday, October 22

3:45 PM - 6:15 PM


Eastern Shore Chapel Food Pantry

(Virginia Beach)

Saturday, October 25

1:30 PM - 4:00 PM



Bunks Across America

(Newport News)

Saturday, September 13

12:30 PM - 3:00 PM

** 20 volunteers needed!**


Sleep in Heavenly Peace: Bed Deliveries and In-Home Assembly

(Hampton)

Saturday, September 20

8:30 AM - 1:00 PM




PAWS

(Poquoson)

Saturday, October 25

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM


 

One Child Center for Autism:

Kids' Night

(Williamsburg)

Saturday, August 23

4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

**15 volunteers needed!**

REGISTRATION CLOSES on 8/22.

*Must have completed 8th grade.*


Challenger Baseball

(Newport News)

Wednesday, September 10

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Saturday, October 18

9:30 AM - 12:00 PM


Special Olympics Bowling

(Yorktown)

September 17, 24

October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

3:45 PM - 5:00 PM

**This project is a weekly commitment**

*Must be 13 yrs old or older*

We need your plastic! We are just 165 pounds to our goal!


YVCHR is collecting plastic bags, bubble wrap and other plastic packaging material to meet our goal of 1,000 pounds. You can drop off your bundles of plastic to our office and/or create your own drop-off site by picking up a recycling container from YVCHR.


Be sure all donations are clean, dry and free of residue. Please refer to the adjacent graphic for a list of acceptable plastic.


For more details and available times to drop off at the office, contact programdirector@yvchr.org!

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