Richmond Association of Masonic Lodges

PTA The Virginia Congress of Parents and Teachers, better known as the Virginia PTA is a volunteer child advocacy association working for ALL children and youth in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Virginia PTA is the strongest group of volunteers in the state working exclusively on behalf of children and youth. Chartered by the National PTA in 1921, the primary goal of the Virginia PTA is to strengthen our family units, our schools and our communities through parent/family involvement. PTA recognizes parents as the first educators in the home and works to promote parents as partners in the school. The Virginia PTA is geographically divided into twenty-one districts in six regions in over 1095 local units with an annual membership well over 335, 355. Managed by an all volunteer Board of Managers elected by the membership, the VA PTA/PTSA is one of the largest Congresses of the 54 Congresses in the National PTA. As one of fifty-four Congresses, the Virginia PTA is an integral part of the National PTA, serving as the liaison between the local unit and the National PTA, helping each to function effectively and to support and sustain the other. Membership is open to anyone who believes in the National PTA Mission and Purpose. The PTA is committed to being inclusive in its efforts to represent and assist all who nurture and educate children. Every person who joins a local PTA automatically becomes a member of both the state and national PTA. Each of the more than 335, 355 members in 1095 local units of the Virginia PTA, has an opportunity to help direct and formulate PTA efforts and direction. While subject to the National PTA bylaws and policies, the Virginia PTA is self-governing a separate and independent entity as established by state bylaws. Likewise, the PTA at the local level is self-governing, linked to one another through the state and National PTA forming a nationwide network of adults working for all children and youth.

Grace Inside is a nonprofit organization located in Henrico, Virginia, dedicated to providing spiritual support and guidance to individuals in the correctional system. Through their team of chaplains and community involvement, they aim to foster hope and personal growth among those they serve. The organization actively engages with the community, offering opportunities for partnership and support to enhance its mission. By focusing on spiritual care, Grace Inside seeks to make a positive impact on the lives of inmates and their families. Generated from the website

Atlee Recreation Association (ARA) has been a community-centered recreational hub in Mechanicsville, VA, since 1975, serving over 200 families with a friendly atmosphere. The facility features a six-lane 25-yard pool, a kiddie pool, a playground, and a spacious pavilion with picnic tables and grills, ensuring enjoyment for all ages. In addition to seasonal swimming, ARA is home to the Atlee Gators swim team, which competes in the Greater Richmond Aquatic League. With amenities such as a snack bar, clubhouse, and multipurpose room available for private events, ARA fosters strong friendships and valuable life skills through its engaging programs. Generated from the website