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Phone 703-441-8606
Fax 703-221-3585
Address P.O. Box 74 Dumfries, VA 22026
Email (General Information) Acts_Development@comcast.net
What is ACTS? "Action In the Community Through Service"
About Acts
ACTS is a private non-profit organization founded in 1969 whose mission is "to alleviate hunger, homelessness and domestic violence and help people achieve self-support in the Prince William area". We are supported by many faith-based organizations as well as local businesses, civic groups and concerned citizens. ACTS is also supported by United Way of the National Capital Area.
- Turning Points served 2,253 persons, including 291 children; sheltered 324 victims of domestic violence either in the safe houses or in hotels; and facilitated multiple groups for batterers (380 men).
- Child Care served 112 children.
- Emergency Assistance provided assistance to 7,214 families with critical food assistance (12,764 bags of groceries) and, more than $272,000 in financial assistance. The ACTS Homeless Shelter provided shelter to 76 families (195 persons of whom 105 were children), but because of lack of space, had to turn away 1,160 persons.
- Helpline assisted 10,805 callers to the Crisis Hotline.
- Transitional Housing assisted 43 men, women and children to move from homelessness to self-sufficiency.
- To view ACTS fiscal information
How do I volunteer?
Volunteers are very special people who offer their time and talents to be of service to others. ACTS offers many varied volunteer positions to individuals and groups for each of our programs. Your interests and experience may determine the area in which you serve. Training is provided to all new volunteers.
For Further information on these opportunities for people of all ages who wish to get involved, please call us at (703-441-8606) ext. 19 or submit a Volunteer Application to us by email (or mail a hard copy to us at: P.O. Box 74; Dumfries, VA 22026). We look forward to hearing from you.
How do I make a donation?
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