1. Uniting People Through Service September 11- October 10, 2015

2. Background Started in Virginia in 2012 Caught on in Maryland, West Virginia and D.C. Supported and led by the Governors and DC Mayor Interfaith goal: unite through service

3. Governor McAuliffe 2014

4. Let’s Do it Again!

5. General Assembly “All Virginians are encouraged to offer their time and talents within their communities … and make a commitment to service.”

6. Virginia’s Goals Feed the Hungry More Volunteers More Service More Partnerships More Heartwarming Stories

7. Interfaith Objective Increase unity in our neighborhoods through serving, socializing, learning, and celebrating with members of different faiths.

8. Fairfax County Model Fairfax Clergy & Leadership Council

9. Interfaith Goals Build friendships between houses of worship Feed the hungry

10. How you can help Do you have a service event planned between September 11 and October 10? If not, can you plan one? *Invite at least two other faith groups to serve with you. *Create a way for people to socialize & have fun!

11. Be Part of the Fun Day to Serve

12. Brainstorming Group One: Describe five or more service projects that involve food collection Group Two: What activities can you add to your project to increase understanding and respect among faith communities? Group Three: What can you add to your project to increase opportunities for volunteers to socialize, have fun, and get to know each other?