Get Involved
Looking to contribute to our mission of supporting every student in reaching their full potential? Explore various ways to get involved with Families Helping Families and make a positive impact in your community.
Volunteer Your Time and Talents
Are you passionate about making a difference? Join us as a volunteer and help remove obstacles that hinder student success. Choose from a range of opportunities, such as:
- Joining our fundraising committee or becoming an FHF grant writer
- Volunteering with our web and social media committee
- Being a part of our Solutions Team, responding to community requests for help
Thank You To Our Current Volunteers
Heidi Gilman Bennett Teacher Appreciation Initiative Lead – fhflovesacpsteachers@gmail.com
Mary Nacey Teacher Appreciation Events
Jeannine Loukas Founding FHF group member
Desi S. ACPS Student and FHF Website Design Coordinator
Carlisha Wilson UX Designer and Website Auditor
Melanie Bowyer Moving Help
And a special thanks to members of the Solutions Team
Empower, Engage, and Elevate: Be a Catalyst for Change
Discover various ways to empower and uplift our community by engaging with Families Helping Families’ initiatives. Your involvement can make a significant impact on families in need.
Fall/Winter Fund Drive
Families Helping Families is kicking off our Fall/Winter Fund Drive to raise money to make a difference in your community.
AHS Students’ Backpacks and Supplies Wishlist
Support students at Albemarle High School by exploring and contributing to our backpacks and supplies wishlist. Your donations will directly benefit students by providing them with essential items for their education journey.
Haircuts for Students
Make a difference in students’ lives by participating in our efforts to provide haircuts for students. Your contribution will help students feel confident and cared for, positively impacting their self-esteem and overall well-being.
Hygiene Products Drive
Join the EmpowerHER initiative led by AHS students, aimed at collecting hygiene products for fellow students. Your support will help ensure that all students have access to essential hygiene items, fostering a sense of dignity and well-being.
Additional Support: A local family needs help with building a shed to protect work tools. Can you help? Email us at: familieshf@gmail.com
Your engagement matters. By participating in these initiatives, you can be a catalyst for change and contribute to the well-being and success of students in our community. Join us in making a positive impact today
Become a School Representative
Are you a dedicated parent or community member with a heart for helping families? Families Helping Families is seeking school representatives for each ACPS school. This remote role, which can be shared by two people, can have a significant impact. As an FHF school representative, you will:
- Share FHF communications with the school PTO/community to ensure families in need are aware of available resources.
- Foster connections between school counselors/family support workers and the PTO/community regarding family needs.
- Collaborate with FHF leadership to support fundraising and advocacy efforts by sharing your school families’ needs.
2022-2023 ACPS School Representatives:
Agnor Hurt Elementary Taisa Brooks
Albemarle High School Emily Holmstrom
Baker Butler Elementary Courtney Zehnter, & Allison Ochs
Broadus Wood Elementary Valerie Funk
Brownsville Elementary Sarah Harris
Burley Middle Lisa Christianson/Kamisha Spencer
Center One Karen Fink
Crozet Elementary Mary Heppner
Greer Elementary Tiphony Barmore
Henley Middle Sarah Harris
Hollymead Elementary. Megan Kopley
Journey Middle Ronica Turner
Lab School Melanie Bowyer
Lakeside Middle VACANT
Meriwether Lewis Elementary Erin Valett
Monticello High School Lauren Martinez & Joe Weaver
Mountainview Elementary Providence Smith
Murray Elementary Jennifer Iyengar
Red Hill Elementary Arilana Zlotnick
Scottsville Elementary Renee Lundgren
Stone-Robinson Elementary Leah Shiraishi & Charlotte Dickerson
Stony Point Elementary Beth Kessler
Walton Middle Karen Collier
Western High School Lauren Otto
Woodbrook Elementary VACANT
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