The homes and shelter facilities we build and renovate are beautiful, welcoming, and comforting, but they are missing some of the most basic items that a person needs to recover from homelessness and get back on their feet. Filling refrigerators with much-needed food or homes with new kitchen utensils and bathroom supplies is just one way that your volunteering efforts can make a positive difference in someone’s life!
Become a Helping Hand!
Donate to our Third Annual “Builders for Babies” collection drive today!
Builders for Babies is simple in concept and execution: Organizations and individuals collect or purchase diapers and baby wipes for our communities’ littlest citizens (for those ordering online, request to ship directly to the HomeAid office). Then, we will deliver all of the donated products to emergency shelters and other housing and non-profit organizations, which will distribute them to those in need.
The initiative is critical: The cost of disposable diapers can be as high as $70-80 per month, per baby (nearly $1,000 per year!)—a huge expense for families already struggling to get by. It can mean the difference between struggling parents trying to stretch supplies by leaving diapers on their babies longer than they should, or even trying to clean out and re-use dirtied diapers, leading to painful diaper rash and discomfort.
Getting involved is easy; simply order on our Amazon Wish List (and have shipped directly to us) or deliver to our address:
HomeAid Northern Virginia
3684 Centerview Drive, Suite 110B
Chantilly, Virginia 20151
Our 2019 ‘Builders for Babies’ diaper drive was a HUGE success, collecting over 30,000 diapers and 30,000 wipes which were donated to 18 local non-profits. Help us make 2020 an even bigger success!
Fill the Fridge for families moving out of homelessness and into a new home. Collect gift cards so that families can buy milk, fruit, and other perishables for a healthy start in their new home!
#HANVFilltheFridge
Create a Welcome Home Basket for families moving out of homeless that need basic but essential items for their new home, including towels, linens, pots, etc.
#HANVWelcomeHome
Download our flyer or use #HANVHelpingHands to spread the word about the many ways you can GET INVOLVED with HomeAid!
Utilize your special skills and interests to help shelter residents!
Are you great at organizing in a small space? Can you show someone the basics of cooking or healthy eating? Could you teach yoga or take a great family photo? Do you have other skills or special talents that you would be willing to share with a small group of clients experiencing homelessness seeking to better their circumstance and become productive citizens in our community? If so, HomeAid can match you with one of our shelter partners interested in having you share your skills with others. We are seeking a multitude of skills and interests so please let us know how you would like to participate.
Join a HomeAid Event Committee!
Our team of committed volunteers ensures the success of our largest annual event, our Annual Gala & Auction! Gala Committee members are involved in planning the event and bringing the theme to life through decor, entertainment, and set-up. They also assist with raffle and auction procurement, as well as registration. If you’d like to get involved and be a part of this important evening for HomeAid, please contact Kristyn Burr for more information.
How to Get Involved
If you’re interested in any of HomeAid Northern Virginia’s volunteer opportunities, contact Kristyn Burr at 571-283-6320 OR fill out the form below.
Builders
Serving as a Builder Captain may be one of the most satisfying construction projects you, your partners, and your staff will ever experience.
Shelters
If your organization serves individuals or families affected by homelessness and has housing or program space that is in need of extensive renovations or you have a bigger construction vision for the future, HomeAid can help!
Volunteers
You don’t need to be a Builder or Trade Partner to be part of the solution—find out how you can get involved!
Trade partners
Trade Partners are the backbone of our accomplishments! Each HomeAid project relies on the generosity, expertise, and commitment of many partners working together.
