Register Now for the Virtual Virginia Volunteerism Summit
Registration is now open for the virtual Virginia Volunteerism Summit, the Commonwealth's leading event for individuals and organizations making a difference in communities. The event includes inspiring keynote sessions, masterclass workshops for all experience levels, and opportunities to meet other leaders focused on maximizing impact and creating change. Register today to save your spot.
Real Stories of Adoption & Foster Care
Virginians share their true stories of adoption, foster care, and reunification. These stories all share a common theme - families were strengthened through foster care and adoption. If you would like to share a personal story of adoption or foster care, please email public.affairs@dss.virginia.gov. Read the stories.
Benefit Expungement
A change in federal regulations has occurred and any SNAP or P-EBT funds on inactive cards (those with no spend activity for nine months) will expire if no action is taken. If a card is not "active," benefits issued more than nine months ago are required to be removed from the account. To avoid losing benefits, households must make a food purchase on their P-EBT or EBT card at least once every nine months. Learn more.
Virginia Department of Social Services Launches Substance Use Disorder Ally Hub
The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) has developed a virtual training and resource center, Recovery Ally VDSS, to holistically respond to the challenges that substance use disorder poses on individuals and families. The hub is available to internal staff, partners and the public, and offers various resources for prevention, treatment, recovery, and advocacy. Learn more.
Are you between the ages of 18-27 and previously a teen in foster care?
If you are between the ages of 18-27 and previously a teen in foster care, you may be eligible for financial support through the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. Visit FosterMyFuture.com or text FosterMyFuture to (833) 467-0549 to be contacted by Virginia Department of Social Services staff with more information. Learn more.
