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This Week's Nonprofit of the Week: Senior Services of Alexandria

Posted by Meghan Simpson on February 28, 2012
What is Senior Services of Alexandria?Senior_Services_Logo

Senior Services of Alexandria (formerly Senior Citizens Employment & Services) is a full-service community organization with more than 40 years experience dedicated to helping Alexandria's seniors.

Senior Services of Alexandria's Mission:

To foster independence and self-sufficiency, enabling seniors within the City of Alexandria to age with dignity.

Program Highlights:
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This week's Nonprofit Spotlight is shining on SCAN of Northern Virginia!

Posted by Meghan Simpson on January 23, 2012
What is SCAN?SCAN_Northern_Virginia_Logo

SCAN of Northern Virginia is an organization that serves Alexandria's most vulnerable children: those that are and have been abused. It has formed a coalition to increase community involvement to prevent abuse and neglect. Read more »

This Week's Nonprofit Spotlight is shining on The Campagna Center

Posted by Meghan Simpson on December 27, 2011
What is the Campagna Center?Campagna_Center_Logo

The Campagna Center is a non profit organization in Alexandria that supports the community's children in need. It is located in Old Town. The center helps more than 1,700 children and their families everyday. Read more »

Native Oak and Fern Planting at Chinquapin Park

Event Date

Saturday, December 3, 2011 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
Event Location
Chinquapin Park, located at 3210 King Street

This Saturday will mark the final work day event of the year at Chinquapin Park. The park needs your help. Volunteers are welcome to come take part in the ecological restoration along sections of the park's main trail and entrance. There will be small, medium and large size planting that needs to be completed as well as the restoration of several species of Upland Oaks. Read more »