Winter Wonderland Resource Fair

Join Britepaths in supporting Northern Virginia families during school winter break! When school meals are less consistently available, the added cost of groceries and other household essentials can place additional pressure on family budgets.

Through Britepaths’ Holiday Program, the Winter Wonderland Resource Fair provides grocery gift cards, kits of household cleaning and personal hygiene essentials, and toys for children, and connects families with community partners who share information about additional resources available throughout the region.

We’re looking for volunteers to help create a welcoming experience for families, support event activities, and ensure the fair runs smoothly.

Sign up here.

Resource Fair Date and Times:

• Friday, December 11: 4-7:30 pm
• Saturday, December 12: 11:30 am-2:30 pm

Volunteer Requirements:

• Volunteers of all ages are welcome. Those under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
• All volunteers must be able to engage respectfully and warmly with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Volunteers who speak Spanish, Farsi, or Dari are especially encouraged to sign up.
• All volunteers must attend one of the following mandatory training sessions:
  • Wednesday, December 9: 6:00-6:45 pm
  • Thursday, December 10: 11:00-11:45 am
• Volunteers over the age of 18 must complete a basic background check before participating. Volunteers will receive an email with instructions to complete the required consent form. The process typically takes no more than one day. Those who have already completed a background check with Britepaths do not need to repeat the process

Your time and participation help make the Winter Wonderland Resource Fair a welcoming space where families can access grocery support, choose gifts for their children, and connect with community resources.

Questions? Contact Cora Lundgren at info@britepaths.org.