Needs From: Engage Henry County & Martinsville

Volunteer: Day of Action | Paint Refresh @ Preston Community Center

Preston Community Center is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help paint the men's and women's restrooms, and possibly the front porch of the community center. The center is able to provide paint, rollers, and brushes for this volunteer event.

Volunteers are asked to bring the following:

GlovesDrop ClothsPainter's Tape / Frog TapeAdditional Paintbrushes + RollersWater

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Preston Community Center is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help paint the men's and women's restrooms, and possibly the front porch of the community center. The center is able to provide paint, rollers, and brushes for this volunteer event.

Volunteers are asked to bring the following:

GlovesDrop ClothsPainter's Tape / Frog TapeAdditional Paintbrushes + RollersWater

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Henry County Parks & Recreation

Henry County Parks & Recreation (HCPR) is participating in United Way's Day of Action and is seeking sponsors to help provide fresh mulch for the Smith River Sports Complex this year. 

Volunteers would help by:

Pulling weeds Adding new mulch to flower bedsPossibly trimming overgrowth

Volunteers are encouraged to bring:

GlovesRakesKnee Cushions

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Henry County Parks & Recreation (HCPR) is participating in United Way's Day of Action and is seeking sponsors to help provide fresh mulch for the Smith River Sports Complex this year. 

Volunteers would help by:

Pulling weeds Adding new mulch to flower bedsPossibly trimming overgrowth

Volunteers are encouraged to bring:

GlovesRakesKnee Cushions

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24054

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Gardening @ The Spencer-Penn Centre

The Spencer Penn Centre is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Their Community Garden will need to be weeded and then have the fall plants put in.

Spencer Penn Centre will provide all necessary supplies, all they ask is that volunteer's come prepared to work outdoors (sunscreen, bug spray, close-toed shoes) and bring a pair of work gloves.


Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

The Spencer Penn Centre is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Their Community Garden will need to be weeded and then have the fall plants put in.

Spencer Penn Centre will provide all necessary supplies, all they ask is that volunteer's come prepared to work outdoors (sunscreen, bug spray, close-toed shoes) and bring a pair of work gloves.


Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24165

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Friends of Infinity Acres Ranch

Friends of Infinity Acres Ranch is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. They are enriching the pond area for events, improved habitat for wildlife and viewing. They are also fundraising to add a windmill to the pond for an even healthier aqua life source and as an attractive, educational and functional aerator..

Volunteers are asked to help with the following:

Stain the Pond Dock & Camping deckPond Health: remove lily pads & cattails from the edges of the pond

Infinity Acres Team will Provide:

Stain brushes and plastic gloves for the dock & deck staining Rakes & wheelbarrows Bottled water & snacks

Volunteers are encourage to bring:

sunscreenbug sprayhatsIf participating in the lily pad removals, it is recommend to wear water shoes or rubber waders.

Site Limitations:

There is an outhouse available by the pond.Wheelchair accessibility is not readily available for these projects.

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Friends of Infinity Acres Ranch is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. They are enriching the pond area for events, improved habitat for wildlife and viewing. They are also fundraising to add a windmill to the pond for an even healthier aqua life source and as an attractive, educational and functional aerator..

Volunteers are asked to help with the following:

Stain the Pond Dock & Camping deckPond Health: remove lily pads & cattails from the edges of the pond

Infinity Acres Team will Provide:

Stain brushes and plastic gloves for the dock & deck staining Rakes & wheelbarrows Bottled water & snacks

Volunteers are encourage to bring:

sunscreenbug sprayhatsIf participating in the lily pad removals, it is recommend to wear water shoes or rubber waders.

Site Limitations:

There is an outhouse available by the pond.Wheelchair accessibility is not readily available for these projects.

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24148

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Library Clean-Up

Martinsville's own Blue Ridge Regional Library is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help clean and straighten bookshelves, toys, and tables in the Family Fun Zone of the library. 


Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Martinsville's own Blue Ridge Regional Library is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help clean and straighten bookshelves, toys, and tables in the Family Fun Zone of the library. 


Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Fresh Space, Full Hearts @ Henry County Food Pantry

Henry County Food Pantry is participating in United Way's Day of Action and has lot's of areas that could use some help.

Volunteers will be expected to help with one or more of the following areas:

Cleaning Donated Items (such as: car seats, toys, furniture, etc.)Sorting Donated ItemsClearing Storage Space (Move Furniture Equipment - there is a freight elevator)Organize the Referral ClosetPossibly painting some spaces

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Henry County Food Pantry is participating in United Way's Day of Action and has lot's of areas that could use some help.

Volunteers will be expected to help with one or more of the following areas:

Cleaning Donated Items (such as: car seats, toys, furniture, etc.)Sorting Donated ItemsClearing Storage Space (Move Furniture Equipment - there is a freight elevator)Organize the Referral ClosetPossibly painting some spaces

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24055

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Clothing Closet & File Prep @ Henry-Martinsville Dept. Social Services

The Henry-Martinsville Department of Social Services is participating United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help organize clothing items in their community closet, as well as assist in creating blank files for organizational use.

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

The Henry-Martinsville Department of Social Services is participating United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help organize clothing items in their community closet, as well as assist in creating blank files for organizational use.

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Property Maintenance w/ Piedmont Community Services

The Piedmont Community Services is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. They need assistance with some property maintenance of their community recovery residences.

The Recovery Residences located on Starling are in desperate need of hedges trimmed and vines removed. It would be really nice to have pressure washing done on the brick siding of the homes and gutter cleanout. The women's home Serenity Cottage and men's home Passages are side by side on Starling Avenue. These homes service individuals with Substance Use Disorders who are turning their life around in receiving services from PCS as well as outside providers to become productive members of the community.

Volunteers are asked to bring:

Hedgeclippers / TrimmersWorkglovesLadder(s)Pressure Washer

Please Note: The height of the gutters could be a challenge.

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

The Piedmont Community Services is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. They need assistance with some property maintenance of their community recovery residences.

The Recovery Residences located on Starling are in desperate need of hedges trimmed and vines removed. It would be really nice to have pressure washing done on the brick siding of the homes and gutter cleanout. The women's home Serenity Cottage and men's home Passages are side by side on Starling Avenue. These homes service individuals with Substance Use Disorders who are turning their life around in receiving services from PCS as well as outside providers to become productive members of the community.

Volunteers are asked to bring:

Hedgeclippers / TrimmersWorkglovesLadder(s)Pressure Washer

Please Note: The height of the gutters could be a challenge.

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Transport of Goods w/ Beegins With You

Beegins With You is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help transport items to be donated from Beegins With You to the Henry County Food Pantry. 

Volunteers are asked to meet at their main office (209 Starling Ave Martinsville, VA, 24112) to then organize, pack, load, and deliver pre-determined donations to the food pantry (3321 Fairystone Park Hwy) in Bassett, VA.

If volunteers are willing to utilize their vehicle (open-bed truck(s), or trailer preferred) to assist in the transportation and delivery of these goods, please notify Blake Shumate via phone or email. Alternative vehicles are welcome, but may increase the number of transport trips between locations.

Volunteers are asked to remain onsite at Henry County Food Pantry (3321 Fairystone Park Hwy) after delivering the goods to assist Food Pantry staff with organizing the donated goods.

Please note: these items will need to be moved up and down narrow stairs at the Starling Ave office space. This project will be labor intensive and not ideal for individuals with mobility concerns.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear closed-toed shoes, comfortable clothing. 


Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Beegins With You is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help transport items to be donated from Beegins With You to the Henry County Food Pantry. 

Volunteers are asked to meet at their main office (209 Starling Ave Martinsville, VA, 24112) to then organize, pack, load, and deliver pre-determined donations to the food pantry (3321 Fairystone Park Hwy) in Bassett, VA.

If volunteers are willing to utilize their vehicle (open-bed truck(s), or trailer preferred) to assist in the transportation and delivery of these goods, please notify Blake Shumate via phone or email. Alternative vehicles are welcome, but may increase the number of transport trips between locations.

Volunteers are asked to remain onsite at Henry County Food Pantry (3321 Fairystone Park Hwy) after delivering the goods to assist Food Pantry staff with organizing the donated goods.

Please note: these items will need to be moved up and down narrow stairs at the Starling Ave office space. This project will be labor intensive and not ideal for individuals with mobility concerns.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear closed-toed shoes, comfortable clothing. 


Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Pollinator Garden @ Piedmont Arts

Piedmont Arts is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help spruce up the Art Garden and Pollinator Path.

Volunteers are asked to bring the following:

Work GlovesGardening ToolsRakes / HoesHedge TrimmersBranch Clippers

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Piedmont Arts is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help spruce up the Art Garden and Pollinator Path.

Volunteers are asked to bring the following:

Work GlovesGardening ToolsRakes / HoesHedge TrimmersBranch Clippers

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Martinsville-Henry County Historical Society

Martinsville-Henry County Historical Society is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers are asked to help with the following:

Exterior Landscaping Weed areas of groundcover. It can be any level of involvement, from shaking dirt and weaving
weed roots out from among the groundcover roots, to digging up those plants with a potato digger.
Interior Refresh Clean glass cases using Windex and paper towels (or other method)Dust shelving, window blinds, floor trimsShampoo carpet

MHC Historical Society will provide the following items

kneelerstowelsvariety of sturdy weeding toolscool drinksrug doctorcleaning supplies

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Martinsville-Henry County Historical Society is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers are asked to help with the following:

Exterior Landscaping Weed areas of groundcover. It can be any level of involvement, from shaking dirt and weaving
weed roots out from among the groundcover roots, to digging up those plants with a potato digger.
Interior Refresh Clean glass cases using Windex and paper towels (or other method)Dust shelving, window blinds, floor trimsShampoo carpet

MHC Historical Society will provide the following items

kneelerstowelsvariety of sturdy weeding toolscool drinksrug doctorcleaning supplies

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Salvation Army Day Center Meal Prep

The Salvation Army (Martinsville) is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help prepare a nutritious community meal to help serve their clients at their Day Center. For the Day of Action, Salvation Army's Day Center will provide all materials necessary for volunteers to cook (prepare) and serve the meal.

The Day Center is a community-based initiative designed to provide a safe, supportive space for individuals experiencing homelessness or hardship. Open Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, the center offers access to essential services including showers, laundry, meals, case management, job readiness support, therapeutic activities, and resource navigation. The project aims to promote dignity, stability, and empowerment through a holistic, people-centered approach, connecting residents with the tools they need to restore, thrive, and achieve long-term success.

The Salvation Army is also seeking individuals who are available to volunteer year round with any of the following needs...

Inside Duties:

Greet and assist clients during open hoursHelp serve meals and maintain cleanliness in the dining areaOrganize and restock hygiene supplies and clothing closetAssist with laundry/shower coordination and general facility upkeepSupport program staff during group activities and workshopsProvide light administrative help (sign-ins, resource handouts, etc.)

Outside Duties:

Maintain cleanliness and safety of entryways and surrounding areasWater, weed, and care for the community garden bedsAssist with composting, planting, and seasonal upkeep of outdoor spacesKeep grounds free of litter and report any maintenance needsSupport outdoor activities and garden-based programmingVolunteers are asked to provide the following where applicable:

For General Indoor Support:

Comfortable, modest clothing suitable for active movementClosed-toe shoesPersonal water bottleApron (if serving meals)Gloves (optional, or provided on-site)

For Meal Preparation & Service (if bringing or preparing food):

Pre-prepared meals (as coordinated with staff)Disposable serving trays or containersUtensils, napkins, disposable plates (if not provided by center)Gloves and hair coverings (if preparing food on-site)

For Outdoor/Garden Support:

Gardening glovesWork clothes or clothes that can get dirtySunscreen and hat (if volunteering outdoors)Hand tools (if requested or not available on-site—trowel, hand rake, etc.)

For Programming/Activities Support:

Materials for scheduled arts, crafts, or games (if leading a session)Printed worksheets or resources (if providing training or workshops)Music, books, or props for interactive sessions (optional)

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

The Salvation Army (Martinsville) is participating in United Way's Day of Action and could use some help. Volunteers will be are asked to help prepare a nutritious community meal to help serve their clients at their Day Center. For the Day of Action, Salvation Army's Day Center will provide all materials necessary for volunteers to cook (prepare) and serve the meal.

The Day Center is a community-based initiative designed to provide a safe, supportive space for individuals experiencing homelessness or hardship. Open Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM, the center offers access to essential services including showers, laundry, meals, case management, job readiness support, therapeutic activities, and resource navigation. The project aims to promote dignity, stability, and empowerment through a holistic, people-centered approach, connecting residents with the tools they need to restore, thrive, and achieve long-term success.

The Salvation Army is also seeking individuals who are available to volunteer year round with any of the following needs...

Inside Duties:

Greet and assist clients during open hoursHelp serve meals and maintain cleanliness in the dining areaOrganize and restock hygiene supplies and clothing closetAssist with laundry/shower coordination and general facility upkeepSupport program staff during group activities and workshopsProvide light administrative help (sign-ins, resource handouts, etc.)

Outside Duties:

Maintain cleanliness and safety of entryways and surrounding areasWater, weed, and care for the community garden bedsAssist with composting, planting, and seasonal upkeep of outdoor spacesKeep grounds free of litter and report any maintenance needsSupport outdoor activities and garden-based programmingVolunteers are asked to provide the following where applicable:

For General Indoor Support:

Comfortable, modest clothing suitable for active movementClosed-toe shoesPersonal water bottleApron (if serving meals)Gloves (optional, or provided on-site)

For Meal Preparation & Service (if bringing or preparing food):

Pre-prepared meals (as coordinated with staff)Disposable serving trays or containersUtensils, napkins, disposable plates (if not provided by center)Gloves and hair coverings (if preparing food on-site)

For Outdoor/Garden Support:

Gardening glovesWork clothes or clothes that can get dirtySunscreen and hat (if volunteering outdoors)Hand tools (if requested or not available on-site—trowel, hand rake, etc.)

For Programming/Activities Support:

Materials for scheduled arts, crafts, or games (if leading a session)Printed worksheets or resources (if providing training or workshops)Music, books, or props for interactive sessions (optional)

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Drive | Boys & Girls Clubs of the Blue Ridge

United Way of Henry County & Martinsville is seeking a company sponsor to host an item drive on behalf of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Blue Ridge (BGCBR) to support club programs for the 2025-2026 school year. 

Academic Supplies

White printer paper (8.5" x 11") Wide-ruled notebook paper Spiral notebooks and composition books Index cards Folders with prongs and pockets Card stock (white and assorted colors)

Writing & Drawing Tools

#2 pencils and mechanical pencils Pencil sharpeners (manual and electric) Ballpoint pens (blue, black, red) Highlighters (multi-color) Erasers (block and pencil-top) Crayons (24-count and larger sets) Colored pencils Washable markers (fine and broad tip)

Additional Art Supplies

Construction paper (assorted colors) Watercolor and tempera paints Paintbrushes (various sizes) Glue sticks and liquid glue Safety scissors Rulers and Protractors

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

United Way of Henry County & Martinsville is seeking a company sponsor to host an item drive on behalf of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Blue Ridge (BGCBR) to support club programs for the 2025-2026 school year. 

Academic Supplies

White printer paper (8.5" x 11") Wide-ruled notebook paper Spiral notebooks and composition books Index cards Folders with prongs and pockets Card stock (white and assorted colors)

Writing & Drawing Tools

#2 pencils and mechanical pencils Pencil sharpeners (manual and electric) Ballpoint pens (blue, black, red) Highlighters (multi-color) Erasers (block and pencil-top) Crayons (24-count and larger sets) Colored pencils Washable markers (fine and broad tip)

Additional Art Supplies

Construction paper (assorted colors) Watercolor and tempera paints Paintbrushes (various sizes) Glue sticks and liquid glue Safety scissors Rulers and Protractors

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Aug 4, 2025 through Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Drive | P&HCC Patriot Pantry

United Way of Henry County & Martinsville is seeking a company sponsor to host an item drive on behalf of P&HCC Patriot Pantry for students to utilize throughout the school year.

Pantry Items / Non-Perishable Convenience Items

Pop-top Canned Meals

Chef Boyardee
Soups (Campbell's, Progresso, etc.)
Bush's Beans
Chili / Stews
Vegetables

Microwaveable Foods (shelf-stable)

Easy Mac Ready Rice Pasta Sides Ramen / Noodles

Hygiene Products

Deodorant / Anti-PerspirantShampoo / Conditioner / Body WashSoap / Wash ClothesBaby WipesSanitary Napkins / Tampons

Paper Products

Toilet PaperFacial Tissue (Kleenex)Paper TowelsNapkinsPaper Plates / CupsPaper Bags

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

United Way of Henry County & Martinsville is seeking a company sponsor to host an item drive on behalf of P&HCC Patriot Pantry for students to utilize throughout the school year.

Pantry Items / Non-Perishable Convenience Items

Pop-top Canned Meals

Chef Boyardee
Soups (Campbell's, Progresso, etc.)
Bush's Beans
Chili / Stews
Vegetables

Microwaveable Foods (shelf-stable)

Easy Mac Ready Rice Pasta Sides Ramen / Noodles

Hygiene Products

Deodorant / Anti-PerspirantShampoo / Conditioner / Body WashSoap / Wash ClothesBaby WipesSanitary Napkins / Tampons

Paper Products

Toilet PaperFacial Tissue (Kleenex)Paper TowelsNapkinsPaper Plates / CupsPaper Bags

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Runs Until Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Day of Action | Boys & Girls Clubs of the Blue Ridge

United Way of Henry County & Martinsville is seeking a company sponsor to host an item drive on behalf of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Blue Ridge (BGCBR) to support club programs for the 2025-2026 school year. 

Volunteers will be needed during the Day of Action to help organize drive items for storage and distribution at the BGCBR site.


Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

United Way of Henry County & Martinsville is seeking a company sponsor to host an item drive on behalf of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Blue Ridge (BGCBR) to support club programs for the 2025-2026 school year. 

Volunteers will be needed during the Day of Action to help organize drive items for storage and distribution at the BGCBR site.


Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: Yes

Volunteer: Facilitators Needed! Getting Ahead in a Just Gettin' By World

We are always in need of volunteer facilitators for our Getting Ahead workshop series. Free training to become a certified Getting Ahead facilitator is provided!

"Getting Ahead in a Just Gettin' By World" is a 17 week informational workshop series providing people motivated for change the tools necessary to "get ahead" in today's world. 

 

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

We are always in need of volunteer facilitators for our Getting Ahead workshop series. Free training to become a certified Getting Ahead facilitator is provided!

"Getting Ahead in a Just Gettin' By World" is a 17 week informational workshop series providing people motivated for change the tools necessary to "get ahead" in today's world. 

 

Agency: Henry County and Martinsville United Way

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 24112

Allow Groups: No