Congratulations to Michael J. Scheurer, Northern Virginia Community Outreach Officer for the Virginia Housing Development Authority and Vice President of the Reston Interfaith Housing Corporation (RIHC). Michael has been elected the 2012 president of HomeAid Northern Virginia. HomeAid recruits home builders to provide multiple renovations to our transitional townhouses.  

Capitol Steps Benefit Performance  

Click here - there are sponsorship opportunities and limited seats available. 

The 29th Annual Capitol Steps performance to benefit Reston Interfaith returns Sunday, February 12, 2012, at the Hyatt Regency Reston. The silent auction opens at 6:00pm and the show begins at 7:00pm.

Plan now to enjoy an evening filled with live entertainment, decadent desserts, and wonderful wines. This event is a great way to have a fun night out and support your community at the same time. In addition, you will have a chance to bid on one-of-a-kind items in silent and live auctions. Click here for seat reservations and sponsorship information. 

Make a Difference and Become a Financial Mentor for a Formerly Homeless Family in Our Community.

The Financial Literacy Mentor Council provides individualized education and coaching to help Reston Interfaith clients set and achieve goals critical to achieving overall financial stability and self-sufficiency. Mentors have a direct impact on increasing families' self-sufficiency by helping them establish specific financial goals related to household budgeting, savings, banking services, credit repair, and other methods to build a strong financial future.

Members of the Financial Literacy Mentor Council will work with case management staff and each other to help guide families toward economic independence. Volunteers should possess the ability to maintain consistent interaction with the family at least twice a month for a minimum of four hours per month for 12 months to monitor the family's progress and help them remain accountable for their goals.

If you or someone you know is interested, please email Mandy Guernsey or call 571-323-9565.

2012 Best of Reston Honorees 

Applause was heard on Thursday, February 2nd when the 2012 Best of Reston honorees were announced. The 21st Annual Best of Reston Awards honors businesses, organizations, and individuals who have put forth tremendous effort in their commitment to community service and improving the lives of others. The Awards Gala is produced in partnership by Reston Interfaith and the Greater Reston Chamber  of Commerce. Community members submitted nominations for the awards during the fall. An anonymous panel reviewed all nominations and selected the six winners of this year's awards.