Veterans Needed for Service Dog Research Study
The University Of Maryland School Of Nursing has partnered with Warrior Canine Connection to conduct a research study on how training service dogs might affect PTSD and stress in veterans with PTSD. The study is currently seeking veterans to participate by training service dogs for other veterans dealing with PTSD. Participants will be compensated for their time.
Ceramics and Glass Flame Working Classes
Are you an Active Duty, Retired, or Veteran Service Member wishing to learn the Art of Pottery and Ceramics or Glass Flame-working alongside other Service Members in a caring, educational and fun environment? The Workhouse Arts Center still has space available for their upcoming Ceramics and Glass Flameworking classes which will begin in January 2020. Classes are held at their facility in Lorton, VA. Please email to reserve space.
National Veterans Creative Arts Festival
Entries are being accepted for the National Veteran Creative Arts Festival now through January 21, 2020. Across the country each year, Veterans enrolled at VA health care facilities compete in a local creative arts competition. Do you have a talent in the area of art, creative writing, dance, drama or music? Find out more about entering this year's competition. (Competition will take place February 11 & 12, 2020.)
Veteran Apprenticeship Opportunities
Are you a veteran interested in apprenticeships? The office of Washington DC Apprenticeship Information and training will host information sessions on Mondays and Tuesdays (beginning 12/2/19) for interested veterans to learn more about apprenticeship opportunities and to sign up. Pre-Apprenticeships will begin in January of 2020 and seats are limited so sign up to attend an information session today. Contact 202-698-5099.
National Wreathes Across America Day December 14th
December 14th is National Wreaths Across America Day. It is not too late to sign up to help lay wreathes at our local cemeteries in order to remember, and honor those who have given their lives in service of our Country. Wreath-laying ceremonies on Sat 12/14 will take place at Arlington National Cemetery as well as at more than 1,400 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. Volunteers are invited to participate in this annual event. Registration is required.
Feeding the Homeless -RSVP for Food by Dec 13
This is an awesome effort by District 24 to assist any veteran, person or families in need of food and other items this holiday season. In order to receive food interested persons MUST send an accurate count of who will be attending and receiving food to Kathleen Hines by no later than Friday, December 13th. Food pick up with occur at St. Margaret's Catholic Church on Sunday, December 15th from 4:00-7:00 PM. 408 Addison Rd. S, Capitol Heights, MD.
Grant Opportunities for Northern Virginia Nonprofits
The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia conducts an annual grant cycle through the Community Investment Funds. Nonprofit organizations or organizations providing charitable or educational services in Northern Virginia are invited to apply. Join them for the 2020 Community Investment Funds Webinar on Thursday, January 9, 2020 at 11am to learn about the 2020 Community Investment Fund Grant Cycle. Registration is required.
Volunteers Needed for Sound the Alarm Event Dec 14th
The American Red Cross of the National Capital Region is looking for volunteers to support the Sound the Alarm rally at the Watergate at Landmark Condominiums on Saturday, December 14th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. Volunteers will visit condominiums to install free smoke alarms, replace batteries in existing alarms and share home fire safety education materials. Please ask your family, friends and colleagues to volunteer and register as this event is open to everyone. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
EveryMind welcomes new Director for ServingTogether
EveryMind is pleased to welcome Amse Heck as the new Director for ServingTogether in November, 2019. A United States Air Force spouse, Amse has a proven track record in marketing, business development, and working with military-connected communities. Please take a moment to reach out to Amse at AHeck@EveryMind.org and welcome her to the team.
Happy Thanksgiving from ServingTogether
Wishing you and yours a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving Holiday. Amse Heck, Christy Kenady, Jennifer Watson, Julie Riggs, Dan Jones and Jason Smith.