Upcoming Events
FAM Basics Clinic
FAM Basics Clinic Registration
Registration opens September 2.
Registration closes Monday, November 1 @ 5 pm.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Anyone interested in starting a new ministry at their church. Learn how to care for vulnerable kids and their families through a step-by-step model called Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs)!
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INCLUDE?
In this introductory course, you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. This 1.5 hour-long live webinar is ideal for all levels of engagement. Whether you’re looking for new resources, acting as the Point Person at your church for meeting physical needs through CarePortal or Gateway, or leading support groups for foster families, this webinar will support you in the work of serving vulnerable children and families.
The FAM Basics Clinic is a 1.5 hour live webinar that will be hosted on September 9th at 7 PM.
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
Care Community Clinic
Care Community Clinic Registration
*This is a two-night event! Registration opens September 2.
Registration closes Monday, November 11 @ 5pm.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
This is for individuals interested in starting a ministry at their church, with a focus on developing Care Communities to support foster, adoptive, and biological families.
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INCLUDE?
This includes the introductory course called FAM Basics (if you are registering for this course, you will be AUTOMATICALLY registered for FAM Basics), where you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. Then, you will proceed to the portion of the course that talks specifically about creating Care Communities.
The FAM Care Community Clinic is divided into 3 sections:
Independent work required prior to attending the live webinars: Care Community Essentials (1.5 hours)
Night 1 (September 9 @7 PM) - Live Webinar: FAM Basics (1.5 hours)
Night 2 (September 10 @ 7 PM) - Live Webinar: FAM Care Community Clinic (2 hours)
All three sessions must be completed to receive a certificate and Advocate access to the database which we use to manage Care Communities (called Promise Serves).
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
Abide Retreat 2024
A weekend of encouragement and refreshment with other foster, adoptive, and kinship moms.
Social Workers CARE Group
For child & family serving social workers:
Join us once a month for a time of Community, Affirmation, Restoration, and Empowerment (CARE)!
As dedicated professionals, you tirelessly support others, but it’s equally important to prioritize your own well-being. CARE Group is an opportunity for us to come together, share experiences, and nurture our holistic wellness.
Led by staff from Project Belong Virginia and Grace Covenant Church, we discuss self-care strategies, 6 Dimensions of Wellness, and ways to care for ourselves kindly in demanding roles. Dinner is provided as well.
CARE Group Details:
Date: Thursday, October 10 (and every 2nd Thursday of the month)
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Grace Covenant Church, 4600 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Chantilly
Please join us! Contact Alena Sauza with any questions you may have! (alena@projectbelongva.org)
Don’t Go Alone Mentor Training (Virtual)
This training is a prerequisite for those interested in becoming Mentor Individuals and Mentor Families in the Don’t Go Alone program. It will be a virtual event lasting from 10:00-1:00 PM on Saturday, January 11.
TIME: Saturday, January 11 from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
LOCATION: Zoom
To learn more about becoming a mentor or to access the training, please fill out this interest form, and the Don’t Go Alone Director will be in touch with you.
Don’t Go Alone Mentor Training (In-Person)
This training is a prerequisite for those interested in becoming Mentor Individuals and Mentor Families in the Don’t Go Alone program. It will be an IN-PERSON event lasting from 1:00-4:00 PM on Sunday, January 19.
TIME: Sunday, January 19 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Fredericksburg (exact location TBD)
To learn more about becoming a mentor or to access the training, please fill out this interest form, and the Don’t Go Alone Director will be in touch with you.
Social Workers CARE Group
For child & family serving social workers:
Join us once a month for a time of Community, Affirmation, Restoration, and Empowerment (CARE)!
As dedicated professionals, you tirelessly support others, but it’s equally important to prioritize your own well-being. CARE Group is an opportunity for us to come together, share experiences, and nurture our holistic wellness.
Led by staff from Project Belong Virginia and Grace Covenant Church, we discuss self-care strategies, 6 Dimensions of Wellness, and ways to care for ourselves kindly in demanding roles. Dinner is provided as well.
CARE Group Details:
Date: Thursday, November 14 (and every 2nd Thursday of the month)
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Grace Covenant Church, 4600 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Chantilly
Please join us! Contact Alena Sauza with any questions you may have! (alena@projectbelongva.org)
Don’t Go Alone Mentor Training (Virtual)
This training is a prerequisite for those interested in becoming Mentor Individuals and Mentor Families in the Don’t Go Alone program. It will be a two-session virtual event lasting from 6:30-8:00 PM on Wednesday & Thursday, Nov 13-14. Completion of both sessions is required.
TIME: Wednesday & Thursday, Nov 13-14 from 6:30-8:00 PM
LOCATION: Zoom
To learn more about becoming a mentor or to access the training, please fill out this interest form, and the Don’t Go Alone Director will be in touch with you.
Showing of Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot
Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot is being showed at McLean Bible Church’s Prince William campus on Saturday, November 9 at 7:00 pm. All are welcome, including children - but there is no child care.
Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for timely updates as well!
Instagram: @projectbelongva
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProjectBelongVA
NOTE: The film is rated PG-13 for thematic material involving child abuse, some violence, language, and brief suggestive material. These difficult themes might be triggering for some viewers with personal experience in foster care or related trauma.
Here's a helpful viewer's guide that walks through potential challenges for sensitive viewers, or viewers with former foster care experience.
Don’t Go Alone Mentor Training (In-Person)
This is a mandatory training for those becoming Mentor Individuals and Mentor Families in the Don’t Go Alone program.
TIME: Saturday, November 2 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
LOCATION: Leesburg, VA (Leesburg Community Church)
To learn more about becoming a mentor or to access the training, please fill out this interest form, and the Don’t Go Alone Director will be in touch with you.
FEPS & CPS Training
This training is designed to prevent confusion about what Child Protective Services is and does, share information about Family Preservation & Engagement Services, and increase comfort and confidence of churches and volunteers as we step into complex situations. The presenter is Jacquiline Bedsaul, the Supervisor of Family Engagement and Preservation Services, Prevention & Protection Services Division.
Please contact Jaoni Wood at jaoni@projectbelongva.org with any questions.
LINK TO REGISTER: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXQ5Y3KYAr9-OsMHba4vDBbGIn1tDzh2iA869FziyVS4BDxQ/viewform
Don’t Go Alone Mentor Training (In-Person)
This is a mandatory training for those becoming Mentor Individuals and Mentor Families in the Don’t Go Alone program.
TIME: Saturday, October 19 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
LOCATION: McLean Bible Church Tysons
To learn more about becoming a mentor or to access the training, please fill out this interest form, and the Don’t Go Alone Director will be in touch with you.
Care Community Training for Loudoun Churches
This is a training for churches and volunteers in Loudoun county. It is a great chance to get anyone interested in joining your Care Communities to be trained before the Christmas Season.
Please email Jaoni Wood at Jaoni@projectbelongva.org with questions.
Link to RSVP: https://projectbelong.promiseserves.org/rsvp/?e=MTEwMDQ5&bypass_login=1&sd=1&override_applied=rsvp&r_path=rsvp_event
Social Workers CARE Group
For child & family serving social workers:
Join us once a month for a time of Community, Affirmation, Restoration, and Empowerment (CARE)!
As dedicated professionals, you tirelessly support others, but it’s equally important to prioritize your own well-being. CARE Group is an opportunity for us to come together, share experiences, and nurture our holistic wellness.
Led by staff from Project Belong Virginia and Grace Covenant Church, we discuss self-care strategies, 6 Dimensions of Wellness, and ways to care for ourselves kindly in demanding roles. Dinner is provided as well.
CARE Group Details:
Date: Thursday, October 10 (and every 2nd Thursday of the month)
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Grace Covenant Church, 4600 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Chantilly
Please join us! Contact Alena Sauza with any questions you may have! (alena@projectbelongva.org)
Care Community Clinic
Care Community Clinic Registration
*This is a two-night event! Registration opens August 9.
Registration closes Monday, September 30 @ 5pm.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
This is for individuals interested in starting a ministry at their church, with a focus on developing Care Communities to support foster, adoptive, and biological families.
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INCLUDE?
This includes the introductory course called FAM Basics (if you are registering for this course, you will be AUTOMATICALLY registered for FAM Basics), where you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. Then, you will proceed to the portion of the course that talks specifically about creating Care Communities.
The FAM Care Community Clinic is divided into 3 sections:
Independent work required prior to attending the live webinars: Care Community Essentials (1.5 hours)
Night 1 (September 9 @7 PM) - Live Webinar: FAM Basics (1.5 hours)
Night 2 (September 10 @ 7 PM) - Live Webinar: FAM Care Community Clinic (2 hours)
All three sessions must be completed to receive a certificate and Advocate access to the database which we use to manage Care Communities (called Promise Serves).
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
FAM Basics Clinic
FAM Basics Clinic Registration
Registration opens August 9.
Registration closes Monday, September 30 @ 5 pm.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Anyone interested in starting a new ministry at their church. Learn how to care for vulnerable kids and their families through a step-by-step model called Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs)!
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INCLUDE?
In this introductory course, you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. This 1.5 hour-long live webinar is ideal for all levels of engagement. Whether you’re looking for new resources, acting as the Point Person at your church for meeting physical needs through CarePortal or Gateway, or leading support groups for foster families, this webinar will support you in the work of serving vulnerable children and families.
The FAM Basics Clinic is a 1.5 hour live webinar that will be hosted on September 9th at 7 PM.
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
Don't Go Alone Interest Session
Would you like to learn more about the Don’t Go Alone mentoring program?
This online Zoom call is hosted by the Don’t Go Alone Director, Margaret Hoffer. She will give a general overview about the program, share testimonies from young adults who’ve been mentored through Don’t Go Alone, and give you an opportunity to ask your questions.
Attendance does not commit you to joining the program. Simply come and learn!
Idea Share Night: Social Star Supporters
This event is for volunteer supporters in our Social Stars program.
Please join us on the evening of September 19 for a Social Star Supporter Idea Share!
“I don’t know what else to do to encourage my social worker.”
”I don’t hear back from my social worker.”
”It doesn’t feel like I’m making any difference.”
If you’ve experienced sentiments like this, you are not alone. It can be confusing to know how to support social workers well. Join us for this Zoom gathering with Social Star Supporters across the region to share ideas and encourage one another.
Thursday, September 19, 2024
6:30 - 7:30 PM
RSVP: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkcuCtrToiEt1bJbEDdBwgHar__Ri2hN60
Don’t Go Alone Mentor Training (Virtual)
This is a mandatory training for those becoming Mentor Individuals and Mentor Families in the Don’t Go Alone program. It will be a one-session event lasting from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm happening over Zoom.
To learn more about becoming a mentor or to access the training, please fill out this interest form, and the Don’t Go Alone Director will be in touch with you.
Keep on Trotting: Find Your Place!
Are you wondering how OUR local community can rally around vulnerable children, just like Reverend Martin and Donna? Join us for a Zoom call with Project Belong for a discussion about what foster care needs look like in our region. Then we’ll talk about all the various ways you could step in to make a difference. Not everyone will be called to foster or adopt, but everyone can do something. Find your place today.
Care Community Clinic
Care Community Clinic Registration
*This is a two-night event! Early Bird ends August 26. Registration closes Monday, September 2 @ 5pm.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
This is for individuals interested in starting a ministry at their church, with a focus on developing Care Communities to support foster, adoptive, and biological families.
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INCLUDE?
This includes the introductory course called FAM Basics (if you are registering for this course, you will be AUTOMATICALLY registered for FAM Basics), where you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. Then, you will proceed to the portion of the course that talks specifically about creating Care Communities.
The FAM Care Community Clinic is divided into 3 sections:
Independent work required prior to attending the live webinars: Care Community Essentials (1.5 hours)
Night 1 (September 9 @7 PM) - Live Webinar: FAM Basics (1.5 hours)
Night 2 (September 10 @ 7 PM) - Live Webinar: FAM Care Community Clinic (2 hours)
All three sessions must be completed to receive a certificate and Advocate access to the database which we use to manage Care Communities (called Promise Serves).
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
FAM Basics Clinic
FAM Basics Clinic Registration
Early Bird ends August 26. Registration closes Monday, September 2 @ 5pm.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Anyone interested in starting a new ministry at their church. Learn how to care for vulnerable kids and their families through a step-by-step model called Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs)!
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INCLUDE?
In this introductory course, you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. This 1.5 hour-long live webinar is ideal for all levels of engagement. Whether you’re looking for new resources, acting as the Point Person at your church for meeting physical needs through CarePortal or Gateway, or leading support groups for foster families, this webinar will support you in the work of serving vulnerable children and families.
The FAM Basics Clinic is a 1.5 hour live webinar that will be hosted on September 9th at 7 PM.
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
Don’t Go Alone Mentor Training (Virtual)
This is a mandatory training for those becoming Mentor Individuals and Mentor Families in the Don’t Go Alone program. It will be a one-session event lasting from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm happening over Zoom.
To learn more about becoming a mentor or to access the training, please fill out this interest form, and the Don’t Go Alone Director will be in touch with you.
FAM Basics Clinic
FAM Basics Clinic Registration
Early Bird ends August 2. Registration closes Friday, August 9 @ 5pm.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Anyone interested in starting a new ministry at their church. Learn how to care for vulnerable kids and their families through a step-by-step model called Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs)!
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INCLUDE?
In this introductory course, you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. This 1.5 hour-long live webinar is ideal for all levels of engagement. Whether you’re looking for new resources, acting as the Point Person at your church for meeting physical needs through CarePortal or Gateway, or leading support groups for foster families, this webinar will support you in the work of serving vulnerable children and families.
The FAM Basics Clinic is a 1.5 hour live webinar that will be hosted on August 17th at 10 AM.
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
Care Community Clinic
Care Community Clinic Registration
Early Bird ends August 2. Registration closes Friday, August 9 @ 5pm.
WHO IS THIS FOR?
This is for individuals interested in starting a ministry at their church, with a focus on developing Care Communities to support foster, adoptive, and biological families.
WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INCLUDE?
This includes the introductory course called FAM Basics (if you are registering for this course, you will be AUTOMATICALLY registered for FAM Basics), where you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. Then, you will proceed to the portion of the course that talks specifically about creating Care Communities.
The FAM Care Community Clinic is divided into 3 sections:
Independent work required prior to attending the live webinars: Care Community Essentials (1.5 hours)
Live Webinar: FAM Basics (1.5 hours)
Live Webinar: FAM Care Community Clinic (2 hours)
All three sessions must be completed to receive a certificate and Advocate access to the database which we use to manage Care Communities (called Promise Serves).
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
Keep on Trotting: Find Your Place!
Are you wondering how OUR local community can rally around vulnerable children, just like Reverend Martin and Donna? Join us for a Zoom call with Project Belong for a discussion about what foster care needs look like in our region. Then we’ll talk about all the various ways you could step in to make a difference. Not everyone will be called to foster or adopt, but everyone can do something. Find your place today.
Don't Go Alone Interest Session
Would you like to learn more about the Don’t Go Alone mentoring program?
This online Zoom call is hosted by the Don’t Go Alone Director, Margaret Hoffer. She will give a general overview about the program, share testimonies from young adults who’ve been mentored through Don’t Go Alone, and give you an opportunity to ask your questions.
Attendance does not commit you to joining the program. Simply come and learn!
Keep on Trotting: Find Your Place!
Are you wondering how OUR local community can rally around vulnerable children, just like Reverend Martin and Donna? Join us for a Zoom call with Project Belong for a discussion about what foster care needs look like in our region. Then we’ll talk about all the various ways you could step in to make a difference. Not everyone will be called to foster or adopt, but everyone can do something. Find your place today.
Don’t Go Alone Mentor Training (In-Person)
This is a mandatory training for those becoming Mentor Individuals and Mentor Families in the Don’t Go Alone program.
TIME: Saturday, July 20 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
LOCATION: Arlington, VA (Exact location TBD)
To learn more about becoming a mentor or to access the training, please fill out this interest form, and the Don’t Go Alone Director will be in touch with you.
FAM Basics Clinic
FAM Basics Clinic Registration
Learn how to care for vulnerable kids and their families through a step-by-step model called Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs)!
FAM Basics - In this introductory course, you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. This 1.5 hour-long live webinar is ideal for all levels of engagement. Whether you’re looking for new resources, acting as the Point Person at your church for meeting physical needs through CarePortal or Gateway, or leading support groups for foster families, this webinar will support you in the work of serving vulnerable children and families.
The FAM Basics Clinic is a 1.5 hour live webinar that will be hosted on June 25th at 7 PM.
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
Care Community Clinic
Care Community Clinic Registration
*This is a two-night event!
Learn how to care for vulnerable kids and their families through a step-by-step model called Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs). FAMs create much-needed support for foster & adoptive families and biological families in crisis. During this Clinic, we’ll equip you on how to build and lead a successful FAM, with a focus on developing Care Communities to support foster, adoptive, and biological families, within your local church so you can help provide what vulnerable children need most––strong families.
Leaders of a FAM are called Advocates. Learn more about becoming an Advocate by watching this video. Then, attend a FAM Care Community Clinic!
The FAM Care Community Clinic is divided into 3 sections:
Independent work required prior to attending the live webinars: Care Community Essentials (1.5 hours)
Night 1 (June 25 @7 PM) - Live Webinar: FAM Basics (1.5 hours)
Night 2 (June 26 @ 7 PM) - Live Webinar: FAM Care Community Clinic (2 hours)
All three sessions must be completed to receive a certificate and Advocate access to the database which we use to manage Care Communities (called Promise Serves).
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
Care Community Clinic
Care Community Clinic Registration
Learn how to care for vulnerable kids and their families through a step-by-step model called Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs). FAMs create much-needed support for foster & adoptive families and biological families in crisis. During this Clinic, we’ll equip you on how to build and lead a successful FAM, with a focus on developing Care Communities to support foster, adoptive, and biological families, within your local church so you can help provide what vulnerable children need most––strong families.
Leaders of a FAM are called Advocates. Learn more about becoming an Advocate by watching this video. Then, attend a FAM Care Community Clinic!
The FAM Care Community Clinic is divided into 3 sections:
Independent work required prior to attending the live webinars: Care Community Essentials (1.5 hours)
Night 1 (May 6 @7 PM) - Live Webinar: FAM Basics (1.5 hours)
Night 2 (May 7 @ 7 PM) - Live Webinar: FAM Care Community Clinic (2 hours)
All three sessions must be completed to receive a certificate and Advocate access to the database which we use to manage Care Communities (called Promise Serves).
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
FAM Basics Clinic
FAM Basics Clinic Registration
Learn how to care for vulnerable kids and their families through a step-by-step model called Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs)!
FAM Basics - In this introductory course, you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. This 1.5 hour-long live webinar is ideal for all levels of engagement. Whether you’re looking for new resources, acting as the Point Person at your church for meeting physical needs through CarePortal or Gateway, or leading support groups for foster families, this webinar will support you in the work of serving vulnerable children and families.
The FAM Basics Clinic is a 1.5 hour live webinar that will be hosted on May 6th at 7 PM.
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.
Don’t Go Alone Mentor Training (Virtual)
This is a mandatory training for those becoming Mentor Individuals and Mentor Families in the Don’t Go Alone program. It will be a one-session event lasting from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm happening over Zoom.
To learn more about becoming a mentor or to access the training, please fill out this interest form, and the Don’t Go Alone Director will be in touch with you.
Hope For The Journey (Prince William)
Children impacted by adoption and/or foster care often have unique, sometimes complex needs, stemming from the impacts of trauma and loss.
The annual Hope for the Journey Conference sheds more light on those needs and equips parents, caregivers, church communities, and professionals with practical tools to care more holistically for the children entrusted to them.
More details and registration here!
Deadline to register is April 12!
FAM Basics Clinic
FAM Basics Clinic Registration
Learn how to care for vulnerable kids and their families through a step-by-step model called Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs)!
FAM Basics - In this introductory course, you will learn the essentials of engaging your church in caring for vulnerable children and families. This 1.5 hour-long live webinar is ideal for all levels of engagement. Whether you’re looking for new resources, acting as the Point Person at your church for meeting physical needs through CarePortal or Gateway, or leading support groups for foster families, this webinar will support you in the work of serving vulnerable children and families.
The FAM Basics Clinic is a 1.5 hour live webinar that will be hosted on April 8 at 7 PM.
TO REGISTER, please find and contact your County Director at projectbelongva.org/our-team.