Year of the Woman: DC Women Veteran Virtual Roundtable
This virtual event, happening October 29 at 12 PM, will highlight DC Women Veterans: Year of the Woman, in cooperation with Mayor's Office on Women Policy and Initiatives (MOWPI), and the Service Women Action Network.
Oak Chapel Drive- Thru Food Distribution
The 20906 Service Consolidation Hub opens its first drive- thru food distribution on October 22 at 11 AM.
Project Community Connect Workshops
United Way of the National Capital Area's Project Community Connect(formerly Project Homeless Connect) is expanding this year to include outreach to the Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE) population. Through daily, virtual workshops, United Way NCA will provide the community with much-needed resources. Workshop topics include food access, basic needs, economic opportunity, health and education.
Arcadia Veteran Farmer Program
Arcadia’s Veteran Farmer Program is a multilayered, hands-on educational program that develops new farmers; capitalizes on the growing market in local, sustainably grown foods; and encourages entrepreneurship and job creation. They have opened applications for their 2021 Veteran Farmer Program!
Shenandoah Valley Regional Virtual Hiring Event
The Virginia Employment Commission and Virginia Career Works are hosting the Shenandoah Valley Regional Virtual Hiring Event, featuring veteran-friendly employers based in Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, and Winchester. The event will be taking place virtually on October 29, 1 PM- 6 PM.
8th Annual Veteran Shark Tank 2020
The 8th Veteran Shark Tank is looking for you! If you are a veteran looking to start or grow your business and want to participate, sign up today. The winner from each regional qualifier will earn a spot to the Finals in Philadelphia for a chance at $50,000.
Heroes and History Makers Virtual Gala
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is hosting its 3rd Annual Heroes and History Makers virtual gala, spotlighting the service and sacrifice of America's military caregivers. This free event will take place on October 20th at 8:00 PM.
JCA 50+ Employment Expos
If you are over 50 and looking for employment, you won't want to miss the free and virtual Fairfax Virtual Employment Expo and other later events. In the Expos, you can network with area employers, attend free workshops, and learn new job-search skills. There are multiple employers with available full-time and part-time salaried job opportunities.
Helping Virginia Get Back to Work
Helping Virginia Get Back to Work is a hiring event that will be on October 28, 2020, from 1PM-6PM (EST) virtually. This event is for all job seekers, veterans, and non-veterans.
The Salvation Army Drive through Dinner
You are invited to the drive-through Thanksgiving dinner provided by the Salvation Army. Due to COVID19, there will be no sit down dining this year.