Virginia Community Service

Community Service
Written By Abe Lomri
✅ Verified (commonly accepted) 🛠️ Eligible (confirm with officer)

Virginia Court-Approved & Eligible Community Service Providers

A statewide directory of organizations that often use volunteers and, in some areas, have historically worked with people completing court-ordered or probation-approved community service. Policies vary by judge, probation/parole office, and program — always call ahead and obtain approval before you start hours.

Northern Virginia (DC Metro)

Counties/Cities: Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, City of Alexandria, City of Falls Church

✅ Verified Commonly accepted community service sites

Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC)
Food pantry & warehouse; bagging, sorting, distribution
Ask about court-ordered hours
Loudoun Hunger Relief
Food pantry & warehouse in Leesburg
Steady weekly shifts
ECHO (Ecumenical Community Helping Others)
Food, clothing & household items; Springfield
Pantry & sorting
Western Fairfax Christian Ministries (WFCM)
Client-choice food pantry; Centreville/Chantilly
Client-facing & back-room roles
Prince William Food Rescue / ACTS
Food rescue, pantry & mobile distributions
Great for flexible hours
Britepaths
Food assistance & administrative support
Mostly admin & logistics
Fairfax County Park Authority – Volunteer Program
Park cleanups, invasive removal, events
Outdoor, event-based

🛠️ Eligible Nonprofits that may accept court-ordered hours

Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia / ReStore
ReStore thrift & occasional build days
Policies vary by site
Goodwill of Greater Washington – NOVA Stores
Donation sorting & retail floor support
Ask each store about court hours
The Salvation Army – National Capital & Virginia
Thrift, pantry & seasonal projects
Corps policies differ
Animal Welfare League of Arlington
Animal care, laundry, cleaning, events
Screening & training required
Fairfax County Animal Shelter
Animal care & facility support
Limited court-ordered slots
City of Alexandria – Volunteer Alexandria
Park cleanups, events, administrative projects
Some projects count, others do not

Richmond & Central Virginia

Core areas: City of Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield, Hanover, Charlottesville, Albemarle & nearby counties

✅ Verified Commonly accepted providers

Feed More – Central Virginia Food Bank
Warehouse, packing, mobile pantry support
High-volume, indoor
CARITAS
Shelter, furniture bank & recovery programs
Screening + program approval
Goodwill of Central & Coastal Virginia
Donation processing & thrift store roles
Many sites across region
Richmond Outreach Center / Local Rescue Ministries
Meal service, clothing room, basic facilities
Ask each site about supervision
Blue Ridge Area Food Bank – Charlottesville Branch
Warehouse & distribution for central region
Indoor warehouse work

🛠️ Eligible Nonprofits (confirm first)

City of Richmond Parks & Recreation – Volunteer Program
Park cleanups, events, youth programs
Event-based; confirm court approval
Keep Henrico Beautiful / Henrico County
Neighborhood and roadside cleanups
Weekend projects
Local Humane Societies / Animal Shelters
Cleaning, laundry, kennel support
Often require background check
Charlottesville Parks & Recreation
Park maintenance & special events
Seasonal opportunities
Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia (Central Offices)
Pantries, senior programs & admin tasks
Ask about court-ordered service

Hampton Roads & Peninsula

Core areas: Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Newport News, Hampton

✅ Verified Commonly accepted providers

Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia & the Eastern Shore
Warehouse, packing, mobile pantries
Popular for service hours
The Union Mission Ministries
Meal service, shelter & donation sorting
Screening + orientation
Judeo-Christian Outreach Center (JCOC)
Meals, pantry & outreach; Virginia Beach
Kitchen & dining room shifts
Habitat for Humanity – South Hampton Roads & Peninsula
ReStore thrift & construction support
Great for hands-on work
Virginia Peninsula Foodbank
Warehouse, packing, mobile distributions
Indoor warehouse tasks

🛠️ Eligible Nonprofits (confirm first)

Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation – Volunteers
Beach & park cleanups, events, rec centers
Event-based; confirm court use
City of Norfolk – Parks & Recreation
Neighborhood cleanups & community events
Ask about documentation
Volunteer Hampton Roads
Volunteer clearinghouse & referrals
Use to find additional sites
Local SPCA & Municipal Animal Shelters
Cleaning, laundry, kennel care, events
Each shelter has its own rules

Shenandoah Valley & Northwest

Example areas: Winchester/Frederick, Shenandoah County, Harrisonburg/Rockingham, Staunton/Augusta, Lexington/Rockbridge

✅ Verified Commonly accepted providers

Blue Ridge Area Food Bank – Valley Branches
Warehouses & partner pantries across the Valley
Indoor warehouse work
Winchester Rescue Mission
Meal service, donations & facilities
Kitchen + shelter tasks
Valley Mission
Meals, thrift store, shelter support
Application required
Our Community Place
Meal program & community projects; Harrisonburg
Ask if court hours allowed

🛠️ Eligible Nonprofits (confirm first)

Local Community Action & Outreach Centers
Food, clothing, and basic-needs programs
Use as starting list
Friends of Shenandoah National Park / Local Parks
Trail workdays & litter cleanups
Outdoor, seasonal
Local SPCA / Humane Societies (Valley)
Cleaning, kennel care & events
Confirm court-hour acceptance

Southwest Virginia & Roanoke

Example areas: Roanoke Valley, New River Valley (Blacksburg/Christiansburg), Bristol, Abingdon & nearby counties

✅ Verified Commonly accepted providers

Rescue Mission of Roanoke
Meals, donation sorting & facilities
Popular service site
Clean Valley Council
River & neighborhood cleanups in Roanoke Valley
Great for weekend hours
Feeding Southwest Virginia
Regional food bank; warehouse & distributions
Indoor warehouse tasks

🛠️ Eligible Nonprofits (confirm first)

New River Valley Community Meal / Local Pantries
Meals, pantry operations, donation sorting
Coordinate through local pantry
Area Rescue Missions & Soup Kitchens
Kitchen, clothing rooms & facilities
Call each site about court hours
Local Humane Societies / Animal Shelters
Cleaning, laundry, kennel support
Policies vary by shelter

Statewide / Multi-Region Options

These programs operate in more than one region of Virginia. Court-ordered acceptance can depend on the specific office, your offense, and your supervision conditions.

✅ Verified Frequently used for service hours

Virginia State Parks – Volunteer Program
Trail work, campground projects & special events
Each park sets its own rules
Regional Food Banks Across Virginia
Warehouse & pantry support in multiple cities
Look up your nearest site

🛠️ Eligible Statewide networks (confirm first)

The Salvation Army – Virginia Corps
Thrift, pantries, seasonal drives across the state
Each corps sets its own policy
Goodwill Industries – Virginia Regions
Donation sorting & thrift store assistance
Ask about court-ordered service

Directory Use Disclaimer: Listings here are for information only. Sites marked ✅ Verified are commonly accepted in at least some Virginia courts or supervision programs, but this is not a guarantee for your individual case. Policies can change without notice. Always review your probation/parole orders and obtain approval from your supervising officer, attorney, or the court before you begin service.

Documentation: Wherever you serve, bring a timesheet, have a staff member sign with printed name, phone, and address, and keep copies for your records. If you switch sites, keep a paper trail showing totals from each location.

Nonprofits that regularly accept people on supervision and want to be added or updated can email hello@oacra.com with a brief description of services, locations, and any court or probation approvals they already have on file.

Abe Lomri
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