NEIGHBORHOOD and COMMUNITY SERVICES

Interfaith Coordination

Help for Residents Affected by Federal Workforce Restructuring

Fairfax County has a dedicated page for resources so please share this with anyone you know who is being impacted: 

Save the Date! Clergy and Leadership Council Meeting June 25th!

Save the date! The next Clergy and Leadership Council meeting will be held on Thursday, June 25th at 7:00 PM. If you are a clergy member, faith leader, or in a leadership role, please join us! If you haven't yet received an email regarding the Clergy and Leadership Council this year but would like to be included, please reach out to Lyndzey.Elliott@fairfaxcounty.gov to be added to the listserv. Meeting topic, location and registration to come from Lyndzey's email directly (as opposed to via the newsletter). 

My Brothers Keeper (MBK) Fairfax Local Action Summit

Fairfax County youth and young adults joined NCS and  My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) for the Local Action Summit on May 30, 2026, at Luther Jackson Middle School in Falls Church.

The event was an opportunity to help influence the future of programs, supports and opportunities for boys and young men of color in Fairfax County.

Attendees learned more about MBK Fairfax and shared ideas to help shape the MBK Fairfax Action Plan. There were also opportunities to connect with youth and community leaders, explore local organizations through a resource fair, and see other ways to get involved and drive real change.

MBK is a national movement dedicated to empowering boys and young men of color to lead change and reach their full potential. MBK Fairfax, a certified MBK community, puts this commitment into action by giving youth meaningful opportunities to shape programs and policies that support boys and young men of color.

See more photos in NCS’ Flickr Album.

Pause. Question. Protect. Campaign

The Fairfax County Consumer Protection Commission created the Pause. Question. Protect. campaign to help residents stay alert and avoid scams. Together, we can stop scams. Learn more here. 

Fairfax County Police Department’s Drone as First Responder (DFR) program

Fairfax County Police Department’s Drone as First Responder (DFR) program has played a key role in the swift and safe resolution of incidents ranging from car crashes to suspected assaults, demonstrating the program’s speed, precision, and growing impact across the county. The DFR program deployed strategically positioned drones operated by the Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) to respond to calls for service. With an average response time of under two minutes, these drones are often first on scene, providing real-time intelligence that enhances decision-making and officer safety. Learn more here.

Fairfax County Police Department Summer Youth Programs

Fairfax County Police Department offers several summer programs designed to give participants a firsthand look at public safety. From hands-on activities to conversations with officers across the department, these programs give participants the chance to learn more about law enforcement, public service, and the many career opportunities that exist within FCPD. Learn more here. 

Housing Waitlists are now OPEN!

The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) will be accepting waitlist applications for Project-Based Voucher (PBV) units located at The Exchange at Spring Hill Station through Sunday, June 7, 2026. Apply here.

Virginia SUN Bucks

Virginia SUN Bucks is a one-time benefit to help families with the cost of groceries during the summer when children are not in school. Some families will automatically qualify for SUN Bucks based on participation in SNAP, TANF, income-based Medical Assistance, or free or reduced-price meals at school. Others should apply online, by phone or mail before August 31, 2026.  Learn more about SUN Bucks and how to apply. 

Body Safety Facilitators Needed

Empower children, make a difference in your community, and help prevent child abuse in a non-alarming way. The Body Safety Education Program is seeking volunteers who are available on weekdays to teach our evidence-based, age-appropriate lessons in local schools across Fairfax County. They offer:

• Flexible scheduling around your availability
• Thorough training and ongoing/onsite staff support
• The opportunity to choose the classes you prefer

Si usted habla español, ¡necesitamos su ayuda!

Learn more or apply online, or email DFSBodySafety@fairfaxcounty.gov .

Meals on Wheels

Home Delivered Meals/Meals on Wheels is looking for additional food resources for homebound seniors to supplement budget cuts. If your house of worship/organization is able to support and has delivery options or options for volunteers/case managers to pick up food, please reach out to Hope Bauer, Hope.bauer2@fairfaxcounty.gov.

Fairfax County Commission for Women

Mount Vernon District Second Annual Summer Palooza

June 6th at 11 AM to 3 PM at the Mt Vernon Governmental Center (2511 Parkers Lane, Alexandria).  Live music, free food, petting zoo, and touch-a-truck. One of the Wastewater flusher trucks will be there! Admission is FREE. More info here.

George Mason's Gunston Hall Declaration Day

June 13th from 10 AM to 4 PM at Gunston Manor (10709 Gunston Road, Lorton). Come and learn more about the many resources that are available all residents in our community, as well as enjoy tours, performances, live music, and hands-on activities. Admission is FREE. More info here.

Children’s Summer Reading Festival

June 13th from 10 AM to 1 PM at the Fairfax County Government Center (12000 Government Center Pkwy, Fairfax). There will be games and crafts, bounce houses, snacks, facepainting, food trucks, a photobooth, a D.J., live entertainment, and more…Admission is FREE. More info here.

CSB’s Talk. They Hear You Dine and Learn

The Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board (CSB) Wellness, Health Promotion & Prevention Team invites the community to join them for a virtual Dine & Learn on Thursday, June 4 from 6pm to 7pm featuring the SAMHSA Sponsored “Talk. They Hear You” campaign. Bring your dinner and take part in an engaging, informative session focused on helping parents and caregivers talk with children and teens about alcohol and other substance use. These everyday conversations can have a powerful impact—and it’s never too early or too late to start. Meeting Registration - Zoom.

The Golden Gazette is Going ALL Digital!

July 2026 will be the last printed issue of the Golden Gazette. In accordance with the Fairfax County FY 2027 Adopted Budget, beginning with the August 2026 edition, the Golden Gazette will only be available as:

• A free monthly newsletter delivered to your email.
• A newsletter on the Department of Family Services’ website.
• A PDF you can download and print at home.

The digital Golden Gazette will continue. Sign up for the email version today!

AccessAbility Fairfax

ElderLink Chronic Disease Self-Management Class

Free. Hosted by Inova ElderLink. Mondays, June 15-July 20, 10am-12pm, at 2740 Prosperity Avenue, Fairfax 22031. Don't let ongoing health problems stop you from living the life you enjoy. Fairfax County's Chronic Disease Self-Management Program is a FREE six-week group interactive workshop series for individuals who are interested in learning how to live better by effectively managing their ongoing health conditions. For more information, please call Kathy Akindemowo 703-324-9814, TTY 711, or email Katherine.Akindemowo2@fairfaxcounty.gov  Register here.

ElderLink Exploring the Dimensions of Aging

Via Microsoft Teams. Free. Join Inova ElderLink and the Fairfax Area Agency on Aging for online training to help family and professional caregivers. Using a training platform called Embodied Labs, you will see what it’s like to be an older adult facing real-life challenges. 2 NEW facilitated sessions added for 2026: The Clay Lab (End-of-Life Conversations) and The Beatriz Lab (Alzheimer’s Disease). After the training, you will receive a license to use the Embodied Labs platform whenever you want, so you can keep learning. Days and times vary. Register here.