Homeless Veterans Stand Down: Oct. 17, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Salem Civic Center 1001 Roanoke Blvd, Salem, VA, United States

Join us for a day of free fun, food and support, as well as hope, understanding, and gratitude for those who served at this year's Stand Down event. When & Where: October 17, 2022 • 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Salem Civic Center 1001 Roanoke Blvd., Salem, VA 24153 Available Services: Employment opportunities Benefits counseling Legal counsel...

Project Discovery Outdoor Club Events

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

Attention Project Discovery students: Interested in trips to explore the outdoors? Join the Project Discovery Outdoor club! Upcoming Outdoor Club Events: Service & Play at Camp Bethel November 5, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Pick-up/Drop-off at Roanoke Higher Education Center (108 N. Jefferson Street) Departure will be at 8:30 - please arrive between 8:00 and...

Free Food for Families: February 4, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Williamson Road Church of the Brethren 3110 Pioneer Rd. NW, Roanoke, VA, United States

TAP, Casa Latina, and the Williamson Road Church of the Brethren are partnering to provide free food for families! Come pick up a box of food from WRCOB on February 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Meals will be provided on a first come, first served basis. One box of food will be distributed...

Free

Pints with a Purpose: TAP Supporter Night @ Parkway Brewing

Parkway Brewing Co. 739 Kessler Mill Rd, Salem, VA, United States

Parkway Brewing is hosting "Pints with a Purpose" to benefit TAP. $1 from every pint sold that evening will go directly toward TAP's mission. Our staff will be there with fun games and information about our programs. We hope to see you there! When: April 19, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Parkway Brewing Company...

Head Start Open Enrollment: May 2, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Williamson Road Public Library 3837 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA, United States

Looking for free child care? Join us for Head Start open enrollment!  This program serves children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old for full- and part-time child care. When and Where May 2, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Williamson Road Library 3837 Williamson Rd Roanoke, VA 24012 What You Will Need to Enroll in...

TAP Job Fair: May 02, 11 A.M. – 3 P.M.

Williamson Road Public Library 3837 Williamson Road, Roanoke, VA, United States

Total Action for Progress (TAP) invites you to our job fair happening on May 2, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Williamson Road Public Library (3837 Williamson Road). We offer benefits, including: • Paid time off • Sick leave • Paid holidays • Health & dental insurance • Vision plan • 401k • Paid...

Free

O.U.T.S.I.D.E. Summer Camp: June 19 – August 4 (Grades 8-12)

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

Ready to be O.U.T.S.I.D.E.? With school coming to a close, join TAP at the O.U.T.S.I.D.E. (Observation. Unity. Trust. Self-Esteem. Integrity. Discipline. Empowerment.) Youth in this Summer Camp will learn skills in mindfulness, work on community-based projects, and spend time in nature with a team of peers. The O.U.T.S.I.D.E. program is completely free for students, and...

Coaching Boys Into Men/Athletes as Leaders Sessions

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

Attention youth advocates! You can teach youth athletes healthy relationship skills and that violence never equals strength with the help of Coaching Boys Into Men and Athletes as Leaders. About CBIM & AAL Coaching Boys Into Men and its sister component Athletes as Leaders feature short, evidence-based lessons proven to reduce violence among youth. CBIM & AAL...

Tomorrow’s Leaders Mentoring Summer Camp (Grades 6-8)

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

Are you in 6th-8th grade? Looking for something to do this summer? Middle school-aged youth are welcome to join us for TAP’s Tomorrow’s Leaders Mentoring Summer Camp 2023! About Tomorrow's Leaders Mentoring Summer Camp This year our students will learn skills in self-care and current issues like gender and race. This program is for middle...

African American Studies Class (Every Saturday until June)

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

By popular demand, our African American Studies class is now open to members of the general public.  Classes are free, and topics include: Meditation techniques and mindfulness practice Community bonding Critical thinking and leadership skills Who Anyone age 15 or over When Every Saturday starting September 17, 2022, to June 3, 2023, from 11:00 a.m....

Free

Tomorrow’s Leaders: Business Showcase & Summer Camp Enrollment

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

Working hard or hardly working? Why choose?! At TAP’s Tomorrow’s Leaders Mentoring, our youth work hard on fun projects that set them up for success in the future! This event is for middle school-aged youth. Join us to see some of the cool projects our current students have worked on and learn more about enrollment...

Veterans Money Management Services: Feb. 6 – Aug. 15

Attention veterans! For a limited time, TAP Financial Services is offering you free money management coaching! No matter your money situation, we can provide you with the tools you need to achieve your financial goals. These services will be available starting February 6 and ending August 15. Veterans money management services include: One-on-one financial coaching Financial...

End-of-Summer Clothing Giveaway! Sept. 22 @ 9 a.m.

TAP Covington Office 118 S Lexington Avenue, Covington, VA, United States

Looking to gear up for next year? Join TAP for an end-of-the-season giveaway and pick up Summer clothes for the whole family! Clothing is available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no limit to the number of items you may take home. When: Friday, Sept. 22 @ 9 a.m. Where: TAP Covington HQ Parking...

Engaging Our Youth Through Entrepreneurship Workshop

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

Join us for the Engaging Our Youth Through Entrepreneurship workshop, presented by the Gun Violence Prevention Commission!

Registration is required. Sign up by November 28 to attend.

Tax Clinic Volunteer Recruitment – Register now!

Dumas Center 108 Henry Street, Roanoke

TAP urgently needs volunteers for our annual Free Tax Clinic! By helping low-income working families file their taxes, you can make a huge difference in the community while building your résumé and having fun! Tax help is in short supply—each new volunteer means our Tax Clinic can serve more taxpayers. A volunteer's weekly time commitment...

ALLY & TAP Present: Monthly Youth Events

Eureka Park 1529 Carroll Ave NW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Actively Learning and Loving our Youth (ALLY) and TAP are joining forces to host monthly youth events all year long!

Upcoming events:
Uniquely You: December 9 (Register by December 8)

Free

Mastering the Art of Marketing to Teens

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

Join TAP and the Gun Violence Prevention Commission for the Mastering the Art of Marketing to Teens workshop!

Registration is required. Sign up by December 12 to attend.

Community Healing Workshop Series

Join us for these FREE workshops to learn how to help keep our community safe and free of gun violence. You can make a change!

TAP Head Start & Early Head Start Egg Hunt

Huff Lane Park 4412 Huff Ln NW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Attention all parents! Ready for some family fun? Join TAP Head Start and Early Head Start for our Egg Hunt event! We'll have refreshments, face painting, and so much more. All ages are welcome! Egg Hunt: When and Where March 26, 11 a.m. Huff Lane Park 4412 Huff Lane NW, Roanoke, VA 24012 Questions? For...

Annual Car Fundraiser: Support Sabrina’s Place!

You can win a new car and support the region's only supervised safe exchange center by participating in the Delta Omega Foundation's annual car fundraiser! Ticket sales end April 15. Final drawing April 27.

Free Tax Clinic 2024: January 23–April 12

Dumas Center 108 Henry Street, Roanoke

If you are a Virginia resident with an annual household income of less than $64,000, or you qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), you can get help from our FREE tax clinic! We’ll make sure your taxes are done correctly—including applying all tax credits for which you are eligible—and submit them electronically. FREE...

Tomorrow’s Leaders Youth Mentoring (Grades 6-10)

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

ATTENTION PARENTS: Do you have a student in 6th-10th grade? Help them become an exceptional leader by enrolling them in the Tomorrow’s Leaders mentor program! Sessions focus on: Mindfulness Self-love Conflict resolution Communication skills Building an entrepreneurial mindset Mentor groups are run by trained adult mentors. Students will engage in team-building activities, field trips, and...

Free

Free Meals for Kids (Covington Location): June 11 – August 13

TAP Covington Office 118 S Lexington Avenue, Covington, VA, United States

The Summer Food Service Program is providing free meals for kids every Thursday from June 11 - August 13! Join us once a week to pick up shelf-stable meals for your kids, for free, at the TAP office in Covington, Virginia. Meals will be provided every Tuesday on a first come, first served basis. Meals...

Lunch and Learn: Free Credit Education Workshop

Melrose Branch Library 2502 Melrose Avenue, Suite D, Roanoke, VA, United States

Join us for an engaging and informative credit education workshop designed for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. This workshop will equip you with essential skills to take control of your finances, make informed decisions, and plan for a secure financial future. You will hear from a FICO expert about the key ingredients in your...