Our fundraising events are a chance to spread hope, share joy, and transform lives.
United Community hosts special events throughout the year that raise critical support for families throughout Fairfax County.Â
These events lift up our entire community, helping us remove barriers to stability and building brighter futures.
ALX South Block Party
Date: August 22, 2026
Location: 2709 Popkins Ln., Alexandria, VA 22306
Join us for a free community-driven event bringing together 1,000+ local residents, families, and businesses for a day of connection, celebration, and fun. Featuring live music, food vendors, and family-friendly activities including face painting, games, fitness classes, and a sensory touch-a-truck zone.
Register here for event updates and exclusive announcements!
Sponsorship & Vendor Opportunities are available:
- Sponsors: Bring your business to the heart of the community at the ALX South Block Party! Receive premier marketing benefits, including booth space to engage directly with local families, promote your brand, share giveaways, and show the community you are invested in South Alexandria.
- Vendors: Receive a 10x10 booth space to connect with local families, showcase programs and services, hand out giveaways, and build real community buzz in a fun, high-energy atmosphere.
- Raffle Basket Sponsors: Help us bring the fun by donating a raffle basket! Baskets should exceed $50 in value and follow a fun theme like Date Night, Health & Wellness, Book Lovers, Kids Adventure Pack, Family Game Night, and more.
Sponsored by:
Bring Your Brand to the Heart of the Community
Sponsorship, vendor, and raffle donation opportunities are now available — limited space remaining.
Contact Cecilia Fix for more information and other ways to get involved.
Back to School Drive
Ready. Set. Back to School!
United Community’s Back to School Drive is expanding beyond traditional school supply drives to address the full range of challenges that impact a child’s ability to succeed when the school year begins.
Guided by input from families, educators, and community leaders, the initiative will support essential needs such as school supplies, childcare assistance, access to nutritious meals, classroom resources for teachers, technology and digital literacy, transportation, language access, mental health supports, and basic necessities like clothing and hygiene items.
By investing in the broader ecosystem that helps students thrive, donors can play a meaningful role in ensuring children and families start the school year prepared, confident, and ready to learn.
More details coming soon.
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Because every family deserves a seat at the table.
More than 85 percent of United Community clients live at or below the federal poverty level.
Families are working hard, yet still face the painful question of whether there will be enough to eat tonight.Â
At United Community, we believe no one should have to face that choice alone, and that’s why our Thanksgiving Food Drive is so important.
Food is more than nutrition; it’s comfort, tradition, and security. Our neighbors come from many cultures, so we welcome donations like rice, lentils, beans, Maseca flour, cooking oils, and spices — items that allow families to prepare meals that feel like home. By offering culturally appropriate foods, we honor the dignity and traditions of every household we serve.
This fall, you can help ensure every family has a reason to gather in gratitude:
- Donate food that reflects the diversity of our community.
- Volunteer your time to greet families, sort donations, and share meals with compassion.
- Spread the word by inviting friends, neighbors, and coworkers.
- Give financially: every $1 provides 2 meals, multiplying the impact of your generosity.
Sponsored by:
If you are interested in sponsoring this year’s Fall Food Drive, please reach out to [email protected]
Drop Off Contributions
7511 Fordson Rd. Alexandria, VA 22306
- Mon: 1pm–4pm
- Tues: 10am–12pm
- Wed: 10am–12pm
- Thurs: 10am–12pm
Holiday Giving Tree Campaign
Your Impact Doesn’t Stop Here
Whether it’s a charity drive, volunteering your time, or a monetary gift, every action fuels United Community’s mission.
Discover how you can contribute to building better futures in Fairfax County.
