{"id":7121,"date":"2023-06-20T10:00:20","date_gmt":"2023-06-20T15:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.assistanceleague.org\/northern-virginia\/?page_id=7121"},"modified":"2026-03-17T17:57:40","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T21:57:40","slug":"nv-home-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.assistanceleague.org\/northern-virginia\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to ALNV"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Assistance League<\/strong>\u00ae<\/span><\/sup> of Northern Virginia<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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Meeting the basic needs of children in low-income schools we serve<\/h2>\n

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Celebrating Community<\/h2>\n

Our 20th<\/sup> Anniversary may be over, but our mission to help our community is still going strong. We invite the public to share in helping and celebrating our community by making contributions from our monthly wish lists.<\/p>\n

As the New Year starts, we invite you to make a contribution from this month\u2019s\u00a0New Year! New Undies!<\/b> wish list.\u00a0 We have a variety of colorful multi-pair underwear packages for boys and girls in all sizes.\u00a0 Check out our\u00a0 January Wishlist<\/a> to make your selection and help the schools replenish their supply of this important necessity.<\/p>\n

To make sure it gets to the right place in a timely fashion, please remember to select Assistance League of Northern Virginia as the shipping address! Thank you for your invaluable contribution to a child’s education.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes” el_id=”Hidden Calendar Items”][vc_column_inner]

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It's never too late!<\/h4>Giving Tuesday is over, but your donations<\/a> can still help yield positive results in our community!<\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div>
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December 10th<\/h4>Snag a Lynch Creek Farm<\/a>\u00a0wreath while you can!<\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div>
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December 15th<\/h4>Order your White House Ornaments<\/a> before they’re gone!<\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”7271″ style=”vc_box_circle_2″ onclick=”custom_link” link=”https:\/\/www.assistanceleague.org\/northern-virginia\/donate\/”][vc_column_text el_class=”alnv-highlights alnv-highlights__donate”]<\/p>\n

Donate<\/h2>\n

We’re only able to do what we do because of the generous support of our community. If you’d like to help us make an impact, donate today!<\/p>\n

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Programs<\/h2>\n

From providing food and clothes to our children in-need to helping nurture our next generation’s education, ALNV strives to support our community through our programs.<\/p>\n

Learn More<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”5800″ style=”vc_box_circle_2″ onclick=”custom_link” link=”https:\/\/www.assistanceleague.org\/northern-virginia\/volunteer\/”][vc_column_text el_class=”alnv-highlights alnv-highlights__involved”]<\/p>\n

Get Involved<\/h2>\n

Want to help our youth reach their fullest potential? We need members to help provide food, clothing, tutoring and more for our community.<\/p>\n

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Our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament and Luncheon Fundraiser is scheduled for Monday, April 13, 2026, at Westfields Golf Club in Clifton.\u00a0\u00a0Besides a round of golf in a picturesque setting, you\u2019ll enjoy a continental breakfast and a delicious lunch buffet. We will also have raffle prizes and silent auction items.\u00a0\u00a0If your business would like to help sponsor the event, we have different levels of sponsorship that include complimentary foursomes and public recognition.\u00a0\u00a0For information on sponsorships and buying tickets, visit https:\/\/tiny.alnv.org\/golf-2026<\/a>.<\/u><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Our price is only $25 including\u00a0tax. We deliver locally, within 20 miles of Fairfax City, or will add shipping charges, if needed.\u00a0 To order, go to:\u00a0https:\/\/tiny.alnv.org\/250-WHO\u00a0\u00a0or scan the QR Code on the flyer.\u00a0For questions, email\u00a0ornaments@alnv.org[\/vc_cta][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/6″][vc_single_image image=”9735″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” css=””][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2\/3″][vc_cta h2=”Bulletin Board” color=”blue” css=”.vc_custom_1771364389316{border-right-width: 2px !important;border-color: #5472d2 !important;}”]<\/p>\n

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Golf Tournament and Luncheon<\/span><\/h4>\n

Our first Golf Tournament and Luncheon Fundraiser was such a success that we\u2019re having a second one!\u00a0 We hope even more golfers will participate.\u00a0 Book now to reserve a spot for your foursome on Monday, April 13, 2026, and get early-bird pricing to play at Westfields Golf Club’s course designed by Fred Couples.\u00a0 \u00a0Sponsors for competitions and events are welcome!\u00a0 \u00a0Check this link for information:\u00a0\u00a0http:\/\/tiny.alnv.org\/golf-2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Amazon Wishlists<\/h4>\n

Each month, ALNV provides an Amazon Wish List of items that help support our programs to provide food, clothing and books to needy children. We welcome donations from any of these wish lists at any time during the year. Please take a look:\u00a0assistanceleague.org\/northern-virginia\/news-events\/alnv-activities\/amazon\/<\/a> Assist Kids and Assistance League<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Gearing up for our Spring Fundraiser!<\/h4>\n

On Sunday, April 30, we are hosting A LITERARY LUNCHEON & FUNDRAISER, at which two award-winning authors \u2013 Sean McFate and Judith Pearson \u2014 will discuss their books with Peggy Fox moderating. The luncheon starts at noon, but feel free to come a little early to the Springfield Golf & Country Club, 8301 Old Keene Mill Road, Springfield, VA, 22152.<\/p>\n

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For more details, see our post<\/a>\u00a0 or go ahead and order tickets<\/a>! Seating is limited, and tickets will sell quickly, so act soon.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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WHO will you bring joy to this season?<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

ALNV is proud to once again offer the official White House Ornaments for 2023! These beautiful ornaments are inspired by the handcrafted Christmas orgnaments used in the White House during the Gerald R. Ford Jr. administration. You can share the news with our official flyer<\/a>. To place your order, go to our dedicated WHO page<\/a> to learn more and start the process!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Tutors Wanted!<\/h4>\n

Are you interested in making a difference for local children?\u00a0<\/b> Assistance League of Northern Virginia is looking for additional members to help support the food, clothing and literacy programs we offer at several Title 1 elementary schools throughout the area.\u00a0 We will be starting an additional reading program at an elementary school in Reston in the very near future and welcome additional participants who are interested in helping young students develop their reading skills. Learn more here.<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a0Assist Kids and Assistance League<\/h4>\n

Do you want to make a difference for local children?\u00a0<\/strong> ALNV is looking for new members to help support our philanthropic programs that provide food, clothing and literacy programs at several Title 1 elementary schools throughout the area. We offer many opportunities to use your special skills and to develop new ones, while also making new friends among our dedicated team of caring volunteers. \u00a0We have\u00a0 hands-on events, such as packing weekend food bags and Hugs Pillows; weekly reading-tutoring programs, and periodic book fairs at the schools. \u00a0We also have many behind-the-scenes activities, such as drafting grant applications, news releases, letters to supporters, and website support. If your background is tech, writing, graphic design, or photography, we can use your help.\u00a0 If you want to give back to the community in any way, we can use your help.\u00a0 Our membership includes retired and working individuals, women and men, who all share a commitment to help students and their families in the communities where we live.<\/p>\n

Applying is easy, just click the link to Become a Member<\/a> today!<\/p>\n

Find the RightGift<\/h4>\n

If you’re familiar with such programs as our Bedtime Hugs program<\/a>, then you’re familiar with the incredible partnership ALNV has with RightGift<\/a>. Through the generosity of our members and donors, ALNV has been able to continue to assist and provide for children in the NoVA area. We’re always seeking additional donations of gifts throughout the year, and appreciate any and all that you’re able to provide.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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