Volunteers are responsible for creating uplifting cards and notes for individuals in need. Cards can be homemade or store-bought, filled with handmade messages, and must adhere to specific guidelines provided by A Bright Spot.

Coordinate the preparation and distribution of Community Care Boxes filled with cards and notes to organizations and individuals in need. This role involves organizing shipments and liaising with partner organizations.

Provide critical emergency services to the citizens and visitors of Sterling, VA. We answer more than 3000 emergency calls each year in the Sterling area covered by our three fire stations. There are high expectations of performance for all members. As a volunteer with SVFC, you will be provided with all the training you need to function at the highest capacity, whether you volunteer as an operational firefighter or associate member. | Requirements: Willingness to serve your community!! We will provide the training, at no cost to our volunteers. Prior experience and certifications a plus!!! | Categories: Fundraising, Firefighter, EMT, Department Support, Community Education

“Everyday People, Everyday Heroes” Have you ever had to call 9-1-1? We hope not, but if you have, did you stop to think about who was coming to help before you dialed? My guess is that you didn’t, and that’s exactly the way it should be. Because the Sterling Volunteer Fire Company is always there when you need us! Established in 1966, the Sterling Volunteer Fire Company has proudly served our community for 48 years. More than 180 dedicated volunteers answer the call 365 days a year. Oh, did I forget to mention we are volunteers? That’s right! We come from all walks of life; electricians, doctors, lawyers, teachers, IT engineers, bankers, stay-at-home moms…we come from everywhere! We are you! And like you, we all have regular lives, but one night a week; we give back to our community by answering the call. Do you have what it takes to “Answer The Call”? In 2014, the Sterling Volunteer Fire Company responded to over 4,100 emergencies. That’s more than 11 calls per day! With the addition of our newest station, the Kincora Safety Center (Station 24), we now staff three fire stations in the Sterling community, every night! We are looking for dedicated volunteers that are ready to help ensure the Sterling community continues to receive the superior service it has appreciated for over 48 years. We need “Everyday People” that want to give back to their community and become “Everyday Heroes”! We need YOU! If you’re not interested in becoming a Firefighter, but you’d still like to volunteer, we also have a big demand for administrative members to help with fundraising events, community outreach, office work, station tours and even providing food for our Firefighters at incidents. All training is provided! We invite you to come join us at one of our monthly membership orientations to see what the Sterling Volunteer Fire Company is all about. Just email membership@sterlingfire.org to schedule your visit. You can also find out more about us by visiting us on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/SterlingFire. | Requirements: No experience needed, just a desire to serve the community. | Categories: Department Support, Firefighter, Fundraising, Other

Volunteer to provide meals for our Community Dinner Ministry in Sterling. This involves preparing and serving food to community members in need every Tuesday at 6:30pm.

Volunteers are needed for the Annual 5KK race, the largest fundraiser of the year. Responsibilities include assisting with parking, race morning registration, water station management, cheering for runners, and course setup and cleanup.

•Prepares citizens to prevent fire damage by developing and conducting educational and training programs. •Ensures availability of water at fire scene by testing hydrants; requesting and expediting repairs; verifying repair. •Minimizes fire damage by responding to alarms; driving and operating equipment; regulating water pressure; combating and extinguishing fires; rescuing and reviving people. •Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying supervisor of needed repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques. •Maintains operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes. •Provides information by completing reports. •Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; studying publications; participating in scheduled drills. •Maintains fire station building, grounds, and related equipment by completing maintenance schedules. •Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Firefighter Skills and Qualifications: Lifting, Physical Fitness, Decision Making, Handles Pressure, Deals with Uncertainty, Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Emotional Control, Integrity, Safety Management | Requirements: Must be 18 years of age, pass an NFPA physical, and clear a background check. Must be able to run one 12-hour shift a week, usually 6:00 am - 6:00 pm. All training will be provided. Benefit package includes worker's compensation, tuition reimbursement, vehicle tax benefit, retirement benefits and more. Visit www.OpenNewDoors.org or www.loudoun.gov/fire for more information. | Categories: Firefighter

Loudoun County Fire Rescue provides emergency response to the citizens of Loudoun County and surrounding jurisdictions. We are a combination system utilizing Volunteers and Career persons to cover Fire & EMS calls. We also utilize volunteers in our active and busy 15 volunteer fire-EMS corporations to maintain the necessary administrative functions of the agency. | Requirements: Volunteers must clear a background check and physical. Volunteers are provided training and hands on experience for free. | Categories: Department Support, Firefighter, EMT

Loudoun County is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and experienced senior-level professional to lead as the Systemwide Fire Chief (Chief). Fire and Rescue services in Loudoun County are provided through the Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System (LC-CFRS) managed by the Systemwide Fire Chief, which includes nearly 800 full-time employees and approximately 1,300 active administrative and operational volunteer personnel. The current Chief is retiring after serving in the Department since 2014 and as Chief since 2018. The Chief will execute directives from the County Board of Supervisors (BOS) and County Administration, ensuring that service delivery and projects align with their goals and priorities. This will include planning and managing the Combination System, a component of which is the Department’s budget, preparing annual budget proposals, and monitoring expenditures to ensure they do not exceed allocated funds. The Chief will work with the Career Department and the volunteer corporations to identify goals, objectives, and performance measures, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of the Combination System’s performance. The next Chief will oversee the System, which includes 21 stations, some of which are volunteer owned, providing a full range of emergency and non-emergency responses to the citizens of Loudoun County and seven incorporated towns. By way of reciprocal mutual aid agreements, services are also provided to Loudoun County's neighboring jurisdictions. Career personnel and volunteer providers serve side-by-side in the LC-CFRS. The next Chief will be serving in a financially stable county that is fast-growing and diverse. This position will help continue the County’s reputation for responsive and high-quality services to all its residents and businesses. For FY 2025, the LC-CFRS has an adopted budget of over $157 million. The Chief will be responsible for directing the operations and managing the administrative functions of Loudoun County’s Combined Fire and Rescue System and overseeing the management of the Department. The Chief will ensure the execution of current and long-range plans and objectives as well as Combination System and Department procedures and protocols. The Chief reports directly to the County Administrator and has nine direct reports. These direct reports include the Assistant Chief of Support Services and Volunteer Administration, Assistant Chief of Operations, Operational Medical Director, Executive Assistant, Manager of Finance and Administrative Services, Deputy Chief of Human Resources, Internal Investigator, Fire Marshal, and the Public Information Officer. They will ensure the consistent delivery of excellent service to the public and other customers. They will oversee the internal operations of the Department in collaboration with the County’s Internal Services departments. The Systemwide Chief will also oversee the operations of the Combination System in collaboration with the volunteer corporations. The Chief will be responsible for developing, updating, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures for the Combination System to ensure efficient and effective operation and continued implementation of the System’s strategic plan. Priorities Develop and maintain positive relationships with the County Administrator, Board of Supervisors, Volunteer Corporation leaders, IAFF leadership, County department directors, direct reports, and external stakeholders. Implement strategic plan and oversee growth in fire stations and staffing, including two stations under construction and three that are in design. Be visible in the System, ensure compliance with the collective bargaining agreement, and continue to develop staff to provide leadership development to fill the gaps as the first group of Department personnel reach retirement eligibility. Support initiatives to recognize and reward the contributions of volunteers, provide additional training and support, and create a positive and inclusive environment that values their dedication, service, and importance to the System. Develop inclusive recruitment strategies and outreach programs to diversify the workforce, ensuring that the System reflets the community it serves and benefits from a wide range of perspectives and experiences. | Requirements: Qualifications Minimum requirements include any combination of education and experience equivalent to a master’s degree in fire, emergency medical services, public administration, or a public safety related field, with six (6) years of directly related increasingly responsible experience. Experience must also include at least two years in a management role with incident command-level experience managing multiple station operations. Preferred qualifications include assistant, deputy, or chief experience in a fire rescue organization, and a demonstrated record of success in the following key areas: overseeing complex projects and/or operations, serving as a trusted advisor and providing data-driven solutions, working effectively with elected officials, coaching and mentoring managers and key staff, and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Experience in jurisdictions that have a combined system with volunteer and career personnel, fast-growing jurisdiction, and service area that includes both sparsely and densely populated areas and Executive Fire Officer is also preferred. Certifications, licenses, and special requirements include a valid driver’s license and good driving record (driving records may be reviewed annually for continued qualification). Pass background check (can include references, criminal/credit checks, and fingerprinting). Position subject to annual NFPA 1582 physical. Hold or obtain NFPA Fire Officer III, NFPA Fire Instructor II, OSHA Hazardous Materials Operations-Level Responder, and NREMT or Virginia EMT (or equivalent from another state, reciprocity) within one (1) year of employment). Hold or obtain NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 within one year of employment. The selected candidate is required to obtain a valid Virginia State driver’s license within 60 days of employment. Salary $230,000.00 - $260,000.00 Recruitment #25-00978 Visit our on-line employment center at https://www.loudoun.gov/jobs for more information and to apply EOE. | Categories: Other

Join the Spellers & Allies Advocacy Network to advocate for communication access for nonspeaking individuals. Collaborate with speaking peers to raise awareness and create change in schools, employment, healthcare, and the justice system.

Volunteers receive food donations, stock shelves, pack bags of food for Pantry guests, and distribute food when the Pantry is open. They also pack weekend food bags for food-insecure students participating in the 'Backpack Buddies' program.

Volunteers are needed to pick up donated food from stores, farms, or drop-off boxes, organize food drives, and grow food in home gardens. They can also start a Feed the Need or Fight Hunger club at their school or organize a Meal Kit event at their office.

Volunteers pass out business cards to those who might need assistance, volunteer at community events supporting the Pantry, and transport bags of food from the 'Backpack Buddies' program to students at local schools.

Identify grant opportunities and seek business sponsors. Organize the DSFP’s charity golf tournament and other fundraisers. Perform data entry, filing, and administration work.

The Community Service program guides members to identify local concerns and carry out projects to improve the quality of life in their communities. Through their projects, members experience character development and improve their critical and creative thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and career preparation.

Engage young learners and their families in indoor gardening activities, teaching sustainable living practices and nutritional awareness. Volunteers will assist in setting up and maintaining indoor gardens using the Gardyn system.

Provide hands-on CPR training to community members, helping to build a network of first responders within underrepresented communities. Volunteers will be trained to deliver CPR instruction effectively.

Volunteer to provide meals for our Community Dinner Ministry in Leesburg. This involves preparing and serving food to community members in need every Tuesday at 6pm.

Assist with inputting data into our database systems to ensure accurate data recording and maintenance. This role is crucial for keeping our records up-to-date.

Tend to the children of our clients during consultations by supervising and interacting with them at one of our facilities. This task is generally scheduled on an 'as-needed' basis.