| From | Northern Virginia Family Service <[email protected]> |
| Subject | Your August Insider |
| Date | August 20, 2021 2:43 PM |
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Culinary Entrepreneur Graduates, Hunger Action Month, Back to School Safety & Well-being, Top Needs & Volunteers.
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NVFS Supports the Health and Well-being of All Individuals and Families in Northern Virginia
We are moved by what is happening in Afghanistan and, in response, are actively working with our partners in the region <[link removed]>. We are here for our Afghan staff, clients, and neighbors—those who have been a part of our community for many years and those who we have the opportunity to welcome into our community as a result of this crisis.
We also recognize that Veterans and their families, from all eras, are a vital part of our community. During this particular challenging time, we want you to kow that you are seen, valued, and supported. If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis visit the Veterans Crisis Line <[link removed]> for assistance. For national and local resources tailored to your experience as a veteran, check out VA: Resources Available Right Now <[link removed]> and Virginia Veteran and Family Support <[link removed]>.
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NVFS' Escala, in Partnership with La Cocina VA, Congratulates Graduates
Eight chefs recently graduated from the Escala and La Cocina Small Business Incubator Signature program which uses the power of food to create socioeconomic change in low-income communities by assisting aspiring entrepreneurs in establishing a culinary business. This 9-week class covers aspects of starting and running a food business including concept development, writing a business plan, acquiring necessary financing, marketing, operations, and the actual business launch.
The classes and teachers were lauded by the chefs as being easy to understand while encouraging each student to "think big." Graduate Chef Zuleyka explained that "The program is designed according to what we need [as aspiring entrepreneurs.] I liked the flexibility of the [program’s] team, and the high level of professionalism. I learned that you can do anything with knowledge and adequate support."
Follow us on Facebook for updates as these chefs move beyond their entrepreneurship dreams into small business reality. With your support, these businesses, the chefs, and their families will thrive!
The next program starts in September. Visit [link removed] <[link removed]> or call 703-596-1557 for more information or to register today.
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September is Hunger Action Month
Through our Hunger Resource Center, NVFS works year-round NVFS to ensure that individuals and families have nutritious food. Each September, in conjunction with Hunger Action Month we take the opportunity to learn and reflect on hunger in our community, the Greater Washington Region, and across our nation.
We highly recommend reviewing the insights presented by our partner, the Capital Area Food Bank, and their 2021 Hunger Report <[link removed]>. In it, they analyze the greatest barriers to food security, the utilization of social services, and the effects of the pandemic on food insecurity. Perhaps most importantly, they highlight how every sector – public, private, and nonprofit – can work to remove barriers to food security and create more opportunity for our neighbors.
Despite inequities growing over the course of 2020, our region has the unique opportunity to rebuild and create new pathways to financial stability and food security for our neighbors.
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Going Back to School Safely for Students, Your Family, and Yourself
As summer wanes we turn our attention to fall and the start of school. In this time of heightened worry about health it’s important to remember that one’s overall wellness is just as important as getting a vaccine, wearing a mask, and washing hands regularly.
To help keep your family and yourself healthy we’ve put together a few resources to help understand and assess child, youth, and caregiver well-being.
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Vaccines.gov – Find a COVID-19 Vaccine <[link removed]>
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VDH Healthy Back to School COVID-19 safety guide <[link removed]>
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VDH Workforce Wellness <[link removed]>
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Child Welfare – Promoting Child and Family Well-Being <[link removed]>
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Virginia 211 – Finding Local Resources <[link removed]>
Top Needs
VOLUNTEERS
Clocktower Thrift Shop <[link removed]> ( Visit here for more info or to register <[link removed]>.)
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Thrift Shop Ambassadors help sort and organize donations, replenish items on the sales floor, process incoming donations, and greet customers, among other tasks. The Clock Tower Thrift Shop is a vital source of revenue for NVFS, and our Ambassadors work helps us ensure we get those additional funds to help our neighbors in need.
Hunger Resource Center <[link removed]> ( Visit here for more information <[link removed]>.) To register contact Annie Arroyo at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
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Thrift Shop Ambassadors help sort and organize donations, replenish items on the sales floor, process incoming donations, and greet customers, among other tasks. The Clock Tower Thrift Shop is a vital source of revenue for NVFS, and our Ambassadors work helps us ensure we get those additional funds to help our neighbors in need.
*
Food Recovery Drivers make routine pick-ups to rescue food from grocery stores and restaurants to help over 650 families each month. Shifts are Monday-Saturday 8am-12pm and volunteers are asked to commit to at least one day a week for at least six months or longer. We are particular in need of Saturday drivers!
SERVE Shelter <[link removed]> (contact Julie Martinez at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Thrift Shop Ambassadors help sort and organize donations, replenish items on the sales floor, process incoming donations, and greet customers, among other tasks. The Clock Tower Thrift Shop is a vital source of revenue for NVFS, and our Ambassadors work helps us ensure we get those additional funds to help our neighbors in need.
*
Food Recovery Drivers make routine pick-ups to rescue food from grocery stores and restaurants to help over 650 families each month. Shifts are Monday-Saturday 8am-12pm and volunteers are asked to commit to at least one day a week for at least six months or longer. We are particular in need of Saturday drivers!
*
Shelter Meals Providers bring the comfort and warmth of home-cooked meals to people experiencing homelessness. This is a great opportunity for individuals, families, or small groups of 5-7 people. Volunteers provide, prepare, and drop-off nutritious meals for about 60 guests to enjoy on Saturdays.
Donations
Hunger Resource Center (contact Annie Arroyo at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Thrift Shop Ambassadors help sort and organize donations, replenish items on the sales floor, process incoming donations, and greet customers, among other tasks. The Clock Tower Thrift Shop is a vital source of revenue for NVFS, and our Ambassadors work helps us ensure we get those additional funds to help our neighbors in need.
*
Food Recovery Drivers make routine pick-ups to rescue food from grocery stores and restaurants to help over 650 families each month. Shifts are Monday-Saturday 8am-12pm and volunteers are asked to commit to at least one day a week for at least six months or longer. We are particular in need of Saturday drivers!
*
Shelter Meals Providers bring the comfort and warmth of home-cooked meals to people experiencing homelessness. This is a great opportunity for individuals, families, or small groups of 5-7 people. Volunteers provide, prepare, and drop-off nutritious meals for about 60 guests to enjoy on Saturdays.
*
All types of Canned Beans – We have a great need for beans!!!
*
Soups of all kinds
*
Canned Goods: beans (all types), tuna, chicken, Vienna sausage, beef ravioli, pasta sauce
*
Dry Goods: flavored rice, pancake mix, cereal, macaroni and cheese, pasta noodles
*
Vegetables: peas, greens, spinach, etc.
*
Dairy: milk, cheese, yogurts, eggs
*
Misc.: cooking oil, paper towels, toilet paper
Healthy Families & Early Head Start (contact Annie Arroyo at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Misc.: cooking oil, paper towels, toilet paper
*
Diapers sized newborn to 7
*
Pull-ups (boys and girls) 4T-5T
*
Wipes
Clocktower Thrift Shop (contact Leyla Alijani at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Wipes
*
Gently loved small pieces of furniture (may be able to arrange for pickup!): console tables, storage spaces, dining room sets, outdoor furniture, etc
SERVE Family Shelter (contact Julie Martinez at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Wipes
*
Gently loved small pieces of furniture (may be able to arrange for pickup!): console tables, storage spaces, dining room sets, outdoor furniture, etc
* 3-step folding step ladder
* Booster seats for children (new only)
* Highchairs (new only)
* Baby wipes for sensitive skin
* Pullups - gender neutral
* Diapers - size 4, 5, and 6
* Full size body wash (for men, women, and children)
* Full size conditioner
* Deodorant (for men and women)
* Plastic travel containers for soap
* Shower shoes: flip flops in various sizes (for men, women, and children)
Did you enjoy this edition of the Insider? Have a suggestion? Email us <mailto:[email protected]?subject=Suggestion for the NVFS Insider> and let us know what you liked or didn't like. We love hearing from our readers and are continually striving to provide relevant content.
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Volunteer <[link removed]>
Donate <[link removed]>
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NVFS Supports the Health and Well-being of All Individuals and Families in Northern Virginia
We are moved by what is happening in Afghanistan and, in response, are actively working with our partners in the region <[link removed]>. We are here for our Afghan staff, clients, and neighbors—those who have been a part of our community for many years and those who we have the opportunity to welcome into our community as a result of this crisis.
We also recognize that Veterans and their families, from all eras, are a vital part of our community. During this particular challenging time, we want you to kow that you are seen, valued, and supported. If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis visit the Veterans Crisis Line <[link removed]> for assistance. For national and local resources tailored to your experience as a veteran, check out VA: Resources Available Right Now <[link removed]> and Virginia Veteran and Family Support <[link removed]>.
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NVFS' Escala, in Partnership with La Cocina VA, Congratulates Graduates
Eight chefs recently graduated from the Escala and La Cocina Small Business Incubator Signature program which uses the power of food to create socioeconomic change in low-income communities by assisting aspiring entrepreneurs in establishing a culinary business. This 9-week class covers aspects of starting and running a food business including concept development, writing a business plan, acquiring necessary financing, marketing, operations, and the actual business launch.
The classes and teachers were lauded by the chefs as being easy to understand while encouraging each student to "think big." Graduate Chef Zuleyka explained that "The program is designed according to what we need [as aspiring entrepreneurs.] I liked the flexibility of the [program’s] team, and the high level of professionalism. I learned that you can do anything with knowledge and adequate support."
Follow us on Facebook for updates as these chefs move beyond their entrepreneurship dreams into small business reality. With your support, these businesses, the chefs, and their families will thrive!
The next program starts in September. Visit [link removed] <[link removed]> or call 703-596-1557 for more information or to register today.
<[link removed]>
<[link removed]>
September is Hunger Action Month
Through our Hunger Resource Center, NVFS works year-round NVFS to ensure that individuals and families have nutritious food. Each September, in conjunction with Hunger Action Month we take the opportunity to learn and reflect on hunger in our community, the Greater Washington Region, and across our nation.
We highly recommend reviewing the insights presented by our partner, the Capital Area Food Bank, and their 2021 Hunger Report <[link removed]>. In it, they analyze the greatest barriers to food security, the utilization of social services, and the effects of the pandemic on food insecurity. Perhaps most importantly, they highlight how every sector – public, private, and nonprofit – can work to remove barriers to food security and create more opportunity for our neighbors.
Despite inequities growing over the course of 2020, our region has the unique opportunity to rebuild and create new pathways to financial stability and food security for our neighbors.
<[link removed]>
<[link removed]>
<[link removed]>
Going Back to School Safely for Students, Your Family, and Yourself
As summer wanes we turn our attention to fall and the start of school. In this time of heightened worry about health it’s important to remember that one’s overall wellness is just as important as getting a vaccine, wearing a mask, and washing hands regularly.
To help keep your family and yourself healthy we’ve put together a few resources to help understand and assess child, youth, and caregiver well-being.
*
Vaccines.gov – Find a COVID-19 Vaccine <[link removed]>
*
VDH Healthy Back to School COVID-19 safety guide <[link removed]>
*
VDH Workforce Wellness <[link removed]>
*
Child Welfare – Promoting Child and Family Well-Being <[link removed]>
*
Virginia 211 – Finding Local Resources <[link removed]>
Top Needs
VOLUNTEERS
Clocktower Thrift Shop <[link removed]> ( Visit here for more info or to register <[link removed]>.)
*
Thrift Shop Ambassadors help sort and organize donations, replenish items on the sales floor, process incoming donations, and greet customers, among other tasks. The Clock Tower Thrift Shop is a vital source of revenue for NVFS, and our Ambassadors work helps us ensure we get those additional funds to help our neighbors in need.
Hunger Resource Center <[link removed]> ( Visit here for more information <[link removed]>.) To register contact Annie Arroyo at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Thrift Shop Ambassadors help sort and organize donations, replenish items on the sales floor, process incoming donations, and greet customers, among other tasks. The Clock Tower Thrift Shop is a vital source of revenue for NVFS, and our Ambassadors work helps us ensure we get those additional funds to help our neighbors in need.
*
Food Recovery Drivers make routine pick-ups to rescue food from grocery stores and restaurants to help over 650 families each month. Shifts are Monday-Saturday 8am-12pm and volunteers are asked to commit to at least one day a week for at least six months or longer. We are particular in need of Saturday drivers!
SERVE Shelter <[link removed]> (contact Julie Martinez at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Thrift Shop Ambassadors help sort and organize donations, replenish items on the sales floor, process incoming donations, and greet customers, among other tasks. The Clock Tower Thrift Shop is a vital source of revenue for NVFS, and our Ambassadors work helps us ensure we get those additional funds to help our neighbors in need.
*
Food Recovery Drivers make routine pick-ups to rescue food from grocery stores and restaurants to help over 650 families each month. Shifts are Monday-Saturday 8am-12pm and volunteers are asked to commit to at least one day a week for at least six months or longer. We are particular in need of Saturday drivers!
*
Shelter Meals Providers bring the comfort and warmth of home-cooked meals to people experiencing homelessness. This is a great opportunity for individuals, families, or small groups of 5-7 people. Volunteers provide, prepare, and drop-off nutritious meals for about 60 guests to enjoy on Saturdays.
Donations
Hunger Resource Center (contact Annie Arroyo at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Thrift Shop Ambassadors help sort and organize donations, replenish items on the sales floor, process incoming donations, and greet customers, among other tasks. The Clock Tower Thrift Shop is a vital source of revenue for NVFS, and our Ambassadors work helps us ensure we get those additional funds to help our neighbors in need.
*
Food Recovery Drivers make routine pick-ups to rescue food from grocery stores and restaurants to help over 650 families each month. Shifts are Monday-Saturday 8am-12pm and volunteers are asked to commit to at least one day a week for at least six months or longer. We are particular in need of Saturday drivers!
*
Shelter Meals Providers bring the comfort and warmth of home-cooked meals to people experiencing homelessness. This is a great opportunity for individuals, families, or small groups of 5-7 people. Volunteers provide, prepare, and drop-off nutritious meals for about 60 guests to enjoy on Saturdays.
*
All types of Canned Beans – We have a great need for beans!!!
*
Soups of all kinds
*
Canned Goods: beans (all types), tuna, chicken, Vienna sausage, beef ravioli, pasta sauce
*
Dry Goods: flavored rice, pancake mix, cereal, macaroni and cheese, pasta noodles
*
Vegetables: peas, greens, spinach, etc.
*
Dairy: milk, cheese, yogurts, eggs
*
Misc.: cooking oil, paper towels, toilet paper
Healthy Families & Early Head Start (contact Annie Arroyo at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Misc.: cooking oil, paper towels, toilet paper
*
Diapers sized newborn to 7
*
Pull-ups (boys and girls) 4T-5T
*
Wipes
Clocktower Thrift Shop (contact Leyla Alijani at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Wipes
*
Gently loved small pieces of furniture (may be able to arrange for pickup!): console tables, storage spaces, dining room sets, outdoor furniture, etc
SERVE Family Shelter (contact Julie Martinez at [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>)
*
Wipes
*
Gently loved small pieces of furniture (may be able to arrange for pickup!): console tables, storage spaces, dining room sets, outdoor furniture, etc
* 3-step folding step ladder
* Booster seats for children (new only)
* Highchairs (new only)
* Baby wipes for sensitive skin
* Pullups - gender neutral
* Diapers - size 4, 5, and 6
* Full size body wash (for men, women, and children)
* Full size conditioner
* Deodorant (for men and women)
* Plastic travel containers for soap
* Shower shoes: flip flops in various sizes (for men, women, and children)
Did you enjoy this edition of the Insider? Have a suggestion? Email us <mailto:[email protected]?subject=Suggestion for the NVFS Insider> and let us know what you liked or didn't like. We love hearing from our readers and are continually striving to provide relevant content.
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