SERVE, Inc.
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I have volunteered at SERVE for almost 1 year. The staff has a "can do" attitude. They are encouraging and supportive of volunteers. I feel fully integrated into the work and mission. [This review was collected by the SERVE staff and inputted by a GreatNonprofits intern.]
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
people who were glowing with their food/school supplies and a turkey dinner.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
helping others in a positive atmosphere
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
helpful, friendly, willing to extend themselves to clients and volunteers
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
provide housing for indigents in Pr. Wm County
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
Well, I'm 15 years old and I love giving back to the community. Me and my dad have been coming to SERVE for 3 years. I love the feeling it gives me and seeing the joy in peoples faces when they receive the food. [This review was collected by the SERVE staff and inputted by a GreatNonprofits intern.]
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
seeing the joy and gratitude from clients
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
excellent, nice, caring
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
expand and give more food
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
I am someone who has "lost everything" including job, car, home, family and friends. SERVE has givin me a first step in piecing my life back together! [This review was collected by the SERVE staff and inputted by a GreatNonprofits intern.]
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the employees are very helpful, as well as the services
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
access to the computer
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
friendly, helpful, supportive
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
have their own type of transportation system
Ways to make it better...
other clients were more respectful
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
staff burnout, transportation. Another thing I'd suggest is a shuttle service to and from bus stop.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
My experience at Serve, Inc has been very interesting and I've met a lot of friendly people during my time here.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the 20 years I've been volunteering here; how it has expanded it's role in the community.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
get the community more involved.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the variety of people, both clients, workers and volunteers.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
of many varieties, concerns, and personalities.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
provide more educational, training services and buy a new filing system.
Ways to make it better...
I worked more hours.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
financial.
One thing I'd also say is that...
it's one of the best type of volunteer social agencies of which I know.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
This has been a wonderful place to volunteer for. They do so many great things to help people and to better the community as a whole! I have learned so much, while volunteering here and have felt like I'm really making a difference!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the large number of families that the organization has been able to help.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
make sure that those that are most in need are the ones receiving assistance to avoid any sort of misuse of or dependence on services.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the wonderful people I have met and the sense of fullfillment I have received from helping others.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
so friendly and helpful!
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
provide more financial assistance to a broader clientele, as well as expand its other great programs.
Ways to make it better...
nothing it was great!
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
lack of funding for certain programs.
One thing I'd also say is that...
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When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
I have found all staff members to be welcoming, open minded about suggestions,well organized, and thankful for my volunteerism. They absolutely have their clients' best interests at heart and strive to improve both their offerings and clients' way of life.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the use of the newly organized and decorated library, the thankfulness and happiness of the resident children during and following our two Operation MATT programs to date.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Reach out to AARP and all middle and high schools encouraging volunteerism (work in progress under Operation MATT).
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
interaction with the shelter resident children and staff members.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
open minded, welcoming, kind hearted and looking out for their clients' best interests.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Solve world hunger! They work well together and are focused on improving the way of life of their clients.
Ways to make it better...
we had additional teen mentors as part of Operation MATT (work in progress)
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
Overworked staff.
One thing I'd also say is that...
I appreciate and value my time spent at SERVE!
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
We are The Joe 15 Team, a newly formed non-profit in Prince William County. Our organization was created in my son's (Joseph (Joe) Page) memory after he was killed in February. (www.thejoe15team.org) We are working to get teens and young adults active in their community. SERVE is one organization we have been working with from the beginning. We held a food drive in April to help replinish the summer food bank (this will be an annual event). We held a school supplies drive in August where we collected $500.00 in supplies. Our most rewarding experience has been providing children's activities while the parents are in meetings. We are at SERVE 2-3 evenings monthly playing games, blowing bubbles, playing on the playground or doing crafts with the children. We always have a handout to give them and a treat at the end. Kids we've seen there on a regular basis always greet us with big hugs and a warm smile. It's a great feeling to know we are helping them and bringing a little joy into their lives while they are in an unsettled situation. It's a great opportunity and education for the teens since most of them have never been to a homeless shelter before. We plan on being an active part of SERVE monthly. We also plan on adopting a room at the shelter in the future. It's wonderful to see the help SERVE is giving the less fortunate people in the county. Helping each other, that's what it's all about.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the smiles on the children's faces.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
have a preschool program for the small ones while siblings are in school.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the opportunity to help those in need and the education that the volunteering teens receive.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
always very friendly, welcoming and accomodating.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
make the shelter even bigger to accomodate more families. They always seem to be full.
Ways to make it better...
I can't think of a thing
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
Having the space needed to supply shelter for the winter months.
One thing I'd also say is that...
SERVE is doing a great job in providing for the people in need.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
SERVE is an excellent program. SERVE also has outstanding staff. It is a very clean and safe environment. This is my second time here and it is still a very helpful program.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
committed.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2005
I believe SERVE is a good program. As with any non-profit organization there is a huge demand for funds and supplies.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the interaction with the clients as well as the staff and the support that SERVE has offered the community as far as getting everyone ready to go back to school.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
I am six months pregnant and came here with my husband and three children when we could not afford to pay our rent due to my husband losing his job. SERVE has provided us with a warm place to sleep, food, showers and an advocate that has helped us with many resources. There is also a great resource in the computer lab that has assisted us in finding employment and a place to live. My husband has already found another job. We have been very fortunate since when we came this time we had a car and my husband was able to find employment almost immediately. The staff has been very helpful and know their jobs very well. The staff treats everyone fairly and respectfully.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the fact that the staff is very kind and compassionate. The Director of Shelter Services is very compassionate and you can tell he means what he says.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008
SERVE offers much needed services to the community, and include food distribution, a temporary shelter, transitional housing, workshops and support services, assistance in navigating social services. People sometimes get a bad hand dealt to them, and SERVE is a caring hand up to help people help themselves and get back on their feet.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the great respect that it has in the community, and the success stories of people who have used the services.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
find a way to get more people involved in helping and donating to the organization.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
caring and really were committed to making situation better for the clients.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
provide food and shelter for all those who needed it instead of having to make difficult decisions on who is eligible.
Ways to make it better...
I could meet more of the people who are part of the organization.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
the downward economic turn, which has created a greater need for services, and has also reduced the amount of donations being received.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2008