The "Home Run" Weekend: Four Volunteering Opportunities April 25-27
There are dozens of local charities and organizations the Alexandria Jaycees volunteer for – including Rebuilding Together Alexandria, ALIVE!, The Carpenter’s Shelter and NOVAM – so by joining the Jaycees you get to make a real difference for all of these charities and more.
In fact, the weekend of April 25-27 is what we call the "home run" weekend - and you're welcome to join us at any of these events (without having to join). Just email me and I'll provide details about where to meet and how to find the Jaycees.
April 25 - ALIVE! 6:30-7:30 PM. We'll be unloading a truck containing food, which gets distributed to those who need it the following Saturday morning. It only takes about an hour. ALIVE! is Alexandria's largest "safety net" for families and individuals in need.
April 26 - Rebuilding Together Alexandria. 8 AM – 3 PM at the Carpenter's Shelter (Alexandria's homeless shelter) - 930 N. Henry Street, Alexandria, VA 22313. We have been assigned to help the Carpenter's Shelter with some yard work, including trimming, weeding and spreading new mulch in the front yard and playground. Come out, have fun and do good! If you are interested in this event, or want more information please contact Mike Gallagher via email or 703-965-0481.
April 26 - IMAGINE Dinner. 6 PM - 12 AM, email Amy for the location of the dinner party. Later that evening, participants will gather with guests and volunteer hosts from other dinner parties at the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Old Town Alexandria for dessert, drinks, dancing, and a silent auction. The $30 suggested contribution per attendee on the event will be the ticket to the entire event, which benefits the Northern Virginia AIDS Ministry (NOVAM).
April 27 - Carpenter's Shelter Cookoff. 2:30 PM - 5 PM.The Birchmere, 3701 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA 22305. Proceeds from the cookoff will be used to support the Carpenter's Shelter for homeless children, families, and adults. NEEDED: 5-10 volunteers to assist with clean up (starting around 2:45 pm, lasting for approximately 30-45 minutes). Volunteers gain free admission (a $40 value!). Contact Amy to help.
