Dear OAR Supporters,

We are headed back to the Winery at Bull Run for our annual gala. This year's theme mirrors our holistic approach to justice: Upstream & Onward. 

Since our inception, we have worked towards reducing harm and recidivism. This year, we will focus on how the OAR model seeks to address upstream issues that keep people caught in the cycle of violence and incarceration. We hope you'll join us for a night of live jazz, a raffle and silent auction, good food, good wine,and a great cause!

RSVP HERE

Are you a business owner looking to become more involved in your community? Community engagement is a gift that brings benefits throughout the year. Become a sponsor today by e-mailing our Director of Development, AJ Oskuie, at aoskuie@oarnova.org. 

April is nationally recognized as may things, the deadline for our taxes, a prime time for showers that will hopefully result in flowers, Volunteer Appreciation(more on that later!), and Second Chance Month. This special time asks us to recommit to making reentry a priority. 

Year after year, the data shows that having thoughtful and evidence-based policy that addresses reentry and recidivism challenges supports justice-involved individuals in essential ways that keeps families together and communities safer. 

The National Reentry Resource Center has put together lots of insightful information on ways to learn more about this ongoing process of integrating effective policy into our communities. Want to share your reentry story with a wider audience? Reach out to Hannah Duffy at hduffy@oarnova.org for more information on speaking to our supporters. 

Volunteers have been and continue to be beacons of light in our community. Ever diligent in their work, they build important bridges of connection daily and move the community toward success. OAR volunteers make a significant commitment to our community every time they walk through our doors or offer their skills in the field to OAR clients. This month is National Volunteer Week and we recognize and appreciate all of the wonderful humans that make up our team. Thank you, volunteers! We cannot do what we do without you!

Ready to make your mark in the world of service? We are looking for Service Coordinators to join our volunteer team! Check out the position description below. If you are interested in applying, book a chat with our Volunteer Program Manager, Tami Hunt here or e-mail any questions to her at thunt@oarnova.org. 

We are grateful to have such supportive partnerships in our community that help build up the organization in critical ways, TMA is one of those special organizations.

If you are looking for an opportunity to enjoy some sunshine and take a few swings in friendly competition, join The Myositis Association at their 2nd Annual TMA Open! 

RSVP to Ike Eichenbrenner at 703-599-4345 or e-mail him at eichenbren@gmail.com.

Thank you for being an OAR supporter and believing in the OAR mission. With your support, we can continue to serve justice-involved families in our area.

If you want to learn more about what your organization or business can do to make the OAR mission reach new heights, e-mail our Director of Development, AJ Oskuie, at aoskuie@oarnova.org.