Next Full CoC Membership Meeting
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Information Session
CoC staff will be providing an informational session for any new members or interested community partners on October 9, 2019 at 9 AM at the Rappannock United Way (directly prior to the full CoC membership meeting). The session will include a basic introduction to the CoC, current initiatives, and how to get involved in the work. There will also be time for Q&A. The session will last about 45 minutes with a small break before going into the full CoC membership meeting.
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2020 Point-In-Time (PIT) Count
Each year the Fredericksburg Regional CoC conducts a Point-in-Time (PIT) count of all persons experiencing homelessness in our region. With the assistance of volunteers, we work to find all people in our region experiencing homelessness, both sheltered and unsheltered, on a given night in January. This data is used to understand our progress toward ending homelessness in our region as well as to inform decision making throughout the year.
This year's PIT count activities will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2020 and we are currently in search of volunteers to assist with administering surveys in the field. All volunteers will receive training on how to complete the surveys, so no experience is required. All volunteers must be 18 years or older to participate. If you are interested in participating, please complete the volunteer sign-up form! Please share this information with friends, family, co-workers, and anyone else who may be interested in volunteering!
For any questions about the 2020 Winter PIT Count, please contact Sam Shoukas at shoukas@gwregion.org or (540) 642-1578.
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Angel Tree Registration
The Salvation Army is accepting registrations for their annual Angel Tree Program for children 12 and under and seniors 60 and older. Registration is by appointment only starting September 30, 2019. For additional eligibility requirements, instructions for setting an appointment, and all available dates and times, please see flyer here.
One Year Anniversary Event
Couponing for a Cause (C4C) is a nonprofit organization focused on eliminating hunger by providing low-income individuals/families with programs that provide food, increase self-sufficiency and instill hope. In 2017, after learning the benefits of couponing, three sisters began C4C by couponing and giving the merchandise to low-income families in our community. In 2018, C4C opened their public food pantry program in the Westwood Office Park.
On October 19, 2019 from 9AM to 2PM, C4C will be hosting a Stuff the Truck event to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the food pantry program at the Courthouse Road Giant Food. Donations will be accepted and entertainment will be provided. For additional information on the event, please see flyer here.
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dRC Gala: A Night Under the Big Top
The Disability Resource Center (dRC) will be hosting their "Night Under the Big Top" Gala on October 12, 2019 at 6PM. The event will feature guest speakers, Caregiver of the Year recognition, live music from the Fredeicksburg Big Band, dinner, and live and silent auctions. The money raised through the auctions will help fund the dRC's array of independent living services for individuals with all types of disabilities of all ages in the greater Fredericksburg region. Tickets can be purchased here.
dRC has a number of upcoming events. For a full list, please see flyer here.
Rock Out Knock Out Homelessness
Spotsylvania County Schools will be at Southpoint Wal-Mart on October 25, 2019 and October 26, 2019 to accept donations to support our economically disadvantaged students and families. The community-wide event is an annual event to bring awareness and support for students and their families who are experiencing homelessness in Spotsylvania County. For additional information, please see flyer here. |
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Homelessness Helpline
If you are in any of the following situations, please contact our Homelessness Helpline:
- Sleeping outside (including in a car, tent, or abandoned building)
- In need of emergency shelter
- At risk of sleeping outside or needing emergency shelter within 14 days
540-358-5801
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Interested in joining the CoC?
Organizations and individuals can apply to join the CoC at any time. If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact us at info@fredericksburgcoc.org.
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