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Are you passionate about creating safer communities? Curious about what nonprofit board service really entails?

The Haven invites community members to attend a Virtual Board Information Session to learn more about our mission, impact, and what it means to serve as a member of our Board of Directors.

This session is an opportunity to explore leadership through service — no commitment required.

About The Haven
The Haven supports survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence across the Northern Neck and Essex County. Board members play a vital role in ensuring this work continues and grows.

What We’ll Cover
During this virtual session, you’ll learn:

The Haven’s mission, programs, and community impact
The governance role of a nonprofit board
Board member responsibilities and expectations
Fundraising and ambassador roles
Time commitment and committee structure
Current priorities and strategic direction
The nomination and onboarding process
Hear directly from current and past board members as they share:Why they chose to serve
What surprised them about board service
The most meaningful parts of their experience
The time commitment in real life
Advice for prospective members
There will be time for live Q&A so you can ask candid questions and gain real insight.

Who Should Attend?

Individuals interested in nonprofit leadershipProfessionals seeking meaningful community serviceCommunity members passionate about supporting survivorsThose considering board or committee involvement

No prior board experience is required — just a willingness to learn and engage.

Format & Commitment
One-time virtual session via Zoom
No obligation to apply for board service

Why Consider Board Service?
Board service is a powerful way to:

Strengthen local safety networks
Shape organizational strategy
Support long-term sustainability
Advocate for survivors in our community

Assist with the hands-on preparation for two spring fundraisers: Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls and Easter Egg Bundles at our Administrative Office (102 Walnut Street Warsaw, VA 22572). Volunteers will help create homemade chocolate peanut butter balls and stuff Easter eggs that will be sold to support survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence in our community.

This is a meaningful, short-term opportunity perfect for individuals, families, friend groups, or service clubs who want to give back in a tangible (and delicious!) way.

Volunteers can sign up for either or both shifts on Thursday, April 2nd:

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Volunteers will rotate through hands-on stations such as:

Chocolate Peanut Butter Ball Production

Prepare peanut butter batter
Scoop and shape balls
Refrigerate trays
Dip in chocolate
Package and label finished treats

Easter Egg Bundle Assembly

Stuff plastic eggs with candy, fruit snacks, and stickers
Count and bundle eggs into designated quantities
Package egg bundles for distribution

No experience necessary — we’ll provide all materials and instructions!

Join us for Shelter Improvement Day as we refresh and care for the physical space that provides safety to survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence.

Volunteers will help beautify and maintain our shelter property so it remains a welcoming, dignified, and peaceful environment for survivors and their children.

This is a meaningful, hands-on opportunity to make an immediate impact — no direct client interaction required.

Volunteer Tasks May Include:

Weeding and revitalizing garden beds
Planting seasonal flowers or refreshing the soil
Washing exterior windows
Power washing portions of the shelter exterior
Light outdoor cleanup and general beautification
Tasks will be assigned based on comfort level and physical ability.

Due to the confidential nature of our work:

The shelter location will be shared only with confirmed volunteers.
All volunteers are required to sign a confidentiality agreement upon arrival.
Admission to the shelter property is at the discretion of The Haven staff.
This opportunity involves moderate physical activity (standing, bending, lifting).

This is an outdoor, hands-on workday. Please come prepared by wearing/bringing:

Closed-toe shoes (sneakers or work boots required)
Comfortable clothing suitable for bending, lifting, and getting dirty
Weather-appropriate layers
Hat and/or sunglasses (if sunny)WaterWork glovesSunscreenAny preferred personal gardening tools (optional)

All major supplies , equipment (including power washing materials), and lunch will be provided.