Community-Based Resources
Community Based Resources
We are experiencing some challenging times and as a school community we understand the impact these uncertainties can have on families. There are several community-based resources available that can support your family. Please see the list of resources below. If you have a specific concern or need additional support please contact our school social worker, Andrea Chottiner at @email or family liaison, Ruth Diaz at @email .
Support with Basic Needs
- FCPS Free and Reduced Lunch Application
- The Human Services Resource Guide
https://fairfacsportal.fairfaxcounty.gov/resource-guide/
- Coordinated Services Planning
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/coordinated-services-planning
- Abiding Presence Food Pantry Info
Abiding Presence Lutheran Church
6304 Lee Chapel Rd., Burke VA 22015
2nd & 4th Saturdays from 8:00-10:30 a.m. (At 7:30 am, we will begin giving each household a number for entry into the pantry)
https://abidingpresence.net/needhelp
Abiding Presence offers a “no questions asked” food pantry for anyone in need. This is our primary method of offering assistance. We
are not able to provide rental, gas, clothing, gift card or cash assistance.
Upcoming Food Pantry 2025 Dates for Abiding Presence Food Pantry: October 11 & 25 November 8 & 22 December 13
- Food for Others
https://foodforothers.org/get-help/ineedassistance/
School social worker can provide an emergency food referral.
- Lorton Community Action Center
https://lortonaction.org/register-for-services/
Provides basic needs and supportive services for families, seniors, children and military members who reside in zip codes 22079 and 22060.
Food Pantry Distribution Hours:
Tuesday: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- ECHO- Springfield
https://www.echo-inc.org/get-help/
Provides support to those in need in the Springfield/Burke community — providing food, clothing, housewares, diapers, school supplies, refurbished computers, and limited financial assistance with rent, utilities, and car repairs. Serves those who reside in zip codes 22151, 22152, 22153, 22015, parts of 22150 (West of I - 95)
- Stephen’s United Methodist Church/Grace Ministries
9203 Braddock Road, Burke, Va., 22015
https://www.ststephensfairfax.org/get-involved/food-clothing-donations/
First Fridays/Green Groceries
First Friday/Green Groceries provides free, fresh produce from the Capital Area Food Bank to our neighbors in need. It is held on the first Friday of each month as a drive-thru event in the parking lot at St. Stephen’s. The drive-thru begins at 5 p.m. and lasts until 6 p.m. or sooner if we no longer have food available. All are welcome and no pre-registration is required.
Fourth Saturday Food/Clothing Distribution
Starts at 7 a.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month. If you know of an individual or family in need, please spread the word about this free food, diaper and clothing distribution event open to all.
NOTE: In November and December, Grace Ministries will be held on the THIRD Saturday of those months.
Emotional Health Support
- Fairfax County Community Services Board:
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/community-services-board/mental-health
