Homebuyer Education Workshop: Available Online until March 31

Thinking about buying your first home? If so, attend TAP's Homebuyer Education Workshop. What is the Homebuyer Education Workshop? TAP's Homebuyer Education Workshop is a free class held by our Housing Counseling program where first-time homebuyers can learn about the homebuying process. Topics include: How to choose a realtor The lending process and types of loans...

Cheers for Charity at Starr Hill

Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage Roanoke 6 Old Whitmore Ave, Roanoke, VA, United States

Join us at Starr Hill Pilot Brewery & Side Stage this March for Cheers for Charity! During the month of March, $1 from every pint of The Love beer sold will be donated to our mission. Your donation helps touch the lives of thousands of families in our community each year, and offer them hope....

Preparing for Homeownership with Teffany Henderson

Online

Learn from lenders, real estate agents and other experts about buying a home. This event offers free housing counseling. Get the facts about grants for down payment and closing cost assistance, tax credits, home loans and more. Buying a home may be the largest transaction you’ll ever make. Being a homeowner is exciting, but it’s...

Free

Youth Employment Program Enrollment: May 19 – June 30

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

Y.A.L.E., one of our Youth Employment Programs, is currently enrolling for their next course!  What is Y.A.L.E.? Young Adult Life Enhancement (Y.A.L.E.) helps past or present court-involved young adults, ages 18-24, become self-sufficient, engaged citizens. Participants are paid while they learn valuable life skills and earn certifications. What does Y.A.L.E. offer? Y.A.L.E. offers its participants:...

Exploring Lenders, Mortgages and the Loan Process with Sierra Sallah

Even with all the challenges that these unprecedented times bring, motivated buyers are still obtaining homeownership through the use of innovative technology tools like virtual counseling sessions and home tours, online loan applications, and electronic closings. Join this session for a live discussion. Chatting it up Live:  Homebuying with Sierra Sallah Virtual Session · May...

Finding the Right Home with Sierra Sallah

Even with all the challenges that these unprecedented times bring, motivated buyers are still obtaining homeownership through the use of innovative technology tools like virtual counseling sessions and home tours, online loan applications, and electronic closings. Join this session for a live discussion. Chatting it up Live:  Homebuying with Sierra Sallah Virtual Session · June...

TAP Books Sale: June 26, 10 am – 2 pm

TAP Books Warehouse 901 11th St NE, Roanoke, VA, United States

Find your new and old favorites at our first TAP Books warehouse sale! Books of all kinds will be available, as will a selection of DVDs. Want to help support our program? Bring your used books with you—we're always accepting donations! Please note: All COVID-19 policies provided by the state will be followed.  When and...

Project Discovery Summer Camp: June 28 – August 5

Roanoke Higher Education Center 108 N Jefferson St., Roanoke

Don’t miss Project Discovery Summer Camp, running from June 28 to August 5! Who? Ages 12–18 When? June 28 – August 5 Every Tuesday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Where? Roanoke Higher Education Center, 5th floor 108 N. Jefferson St., Roanoke, VA 24016 The Summer camp will provide: Transportation to and from camp...

Deschutes Community Pints for TAP

Deschutes Tasting Room 315 Market St. SE, Roanoke, VA, United States

Join us every Tuesday in June for Community Pints at Deschutes Brewery in Downtown Roanoke! $1.00 from every pint purchased will benefit Total Action for Progress's mission of helping individuals and families achieve economic and personal independence through education, employment, affordable housing, and safe and healthy environments. With over 25 programs in the community focused...

Tax Clinic Volunteer Training

Your community needs your help! TAP urgently needs student and adult volunteers for our annual free tax clinic. Sign up by October 29. The clinic runs from February to April every year. • No experience required • Free online training • Just 6 hours per week for 10 weeks By helping low-income working families file...

Free

CareerForge CNA Classes: Enroll by 2/10/22

Rockbridge Regional  Center of Dabney S. Lancaster Community College 35 Vista Links Drive, Buena Vista

Are you working towards a future as a Certified Nurse Aide? Enroll in TAP Appalachian Careerforge CNA classes this year! What do CareerForge CNA classes offer? Our CareerForge program helps participants prepare for a career as a Certified Nurse Aide. The program offers: 80 hours of classroom instruction and hands-on labs 40 hours of paid...

Total Action for Progress Job Fair: 1.20.22 – 02.17.22, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

VFW Post 1264 4930 Grandview Ave, Roanoke, VA, United States

Attend a TAP Job Fair between January 20 and February 17 and start the new year off with a new career! Positions available at the TAP job fair include: Classroom Substitute Roanoke Crew Technician 2 Custodian Director of Energy Conservation & Housing Rehab Early Head Start Child Care Partnership Supervisor Energy Auditor Enrollment Specialist Family...

Virginia Career Works Job Fair: Thursday, March 31, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Roanoke One Stop Center 3601 Thirlane Road NW, Roanoke, VA, United States

Join us at the Virginia Career Works Job Fair on Thursday, March 31, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m! Positions TAP will be interviewing for at the job fair include: Center Lunch Aide Child Care Aide Roanoke and Rockbridge Classroom Substitute Energy Conservation & Housing Rehab Crew Technician 2 Delivery Driver/Food Service Helper Early Head...

Back Tax Preparation: Now – June 15, 2022

Dumas Center 108 Henry Street, Roanoke

Missed the tax filing deadline for 2019, 2020, or 2021? TAP's Tax Clinic is offering FREE back tax preparation through June 15, 2022. We can also help you file for missed stimulus or Refundable Child Tax Credit payments. Services will be provided by appointment, or virtually through GetYourRefund. To file your back taxes, you will...

Grades Over Guns

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

Kingdom Harvest, Keyz2Life Ministries, the Gun Violence Prevention Commission, and Total Action for Progress are partnering to bring you the Grades Over Guns, a back-to-school event for the youth of Roanoke City. There will be entertainment, food, games, giveaways, vendors, and information tables. For more information contact: Keyz2lifeministries@yahoo.com

Actively Learning and Loving our Youth (ALLY) presents: Kicking Back at Gun Violence

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

Join us for kickball with David Burnette of B-One Entertainment! When: September 17, 2022, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Where: Eureka Park Ages K-12 are welcome! Wear appropriate shoes for playing kickball. Snacks will be provided. For questions, contact Jason Hariston at (540) 915-5193 or jason.hariston@tapintohope.org This event is sponsored by: Total Action for Progress,...

Free

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!