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Welcome to the Olde Forge Junction ministry website. 

   Olde Forge Junction, Inc. is a growing partnership of Olde Forge residents/homeowners, local churches, service agencies, businesses, and individuals. The mission is to transform lives through faith and action.
    Our motto is "It's About Love." Partners share the love of God by meeting physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual needs. We work together to connect lives, build relationships, and foster understanding across socio-economic and cultural barriers. 
 

Serving the Olde Forge Community located in south Stafford, Virginia since 2003.


Read about the SPRING FLING hosted by Fredericksburg Area Service League.

 
See our latest newsletter.
 
Ways to help:
 

Raise Money for Olde Forge Junction Every Time You Shop Online: Now more than ever, smart shoppers are looking for ways to stretch every dollar. In these uncertain economic times, we all face hard choices as we plan for special occasions, holiday gifts, and charitable giving. With iGive.com, you don’t have to choose between buying the things you need and supporting Olde Forge Junction.  You can feel good knowing that a portion of each purchase benefits our organization. Create your free iGive account today, and start helping every time you shop. Over 700 stores participate in the iGive program, including Amazon.com, Lands' End, eBay, Staples, Victoria's Secret, Best Buy, Pottery Barn, and PETCO.  You'll never pay more when you reach an online store through iGive.com, and up to 26% of each purchase benefits our organization!  Start helping today at: www.iGive.com/OFJ

 
Do you want to make a difference in a child's life?  We have 32 elementary students in Brain Builders and 22 children/16 Adults in our HUGS (Helping Us Grow Strong) program.  We need more adults to assist children with learning activities and homework.  Go to the Volunteer page for more information!
 
Stafford Crossing Community Church has partnered with us to provide a Saturday activity for Olde Forge elementary and middle school children twice a month.   This will include gym time, character development, service projects, field trips, lunch and more.   We especially need positive men who enjoy kids and coaching basketball.  Call and talk with Carla, 540 368-0081.
 

Every time you shop at Ukrop's and use your UVC card between March 2 and March 28, 2009, you will earn one Golden Gift Point for every $1 spent. The more you shop, the more you earn! Points are automatically calculated and tracked on your purchase receipts. In May, a Golden Gift certificate that details your household's points will be mailed to you. Donate your points by turning your Golden Gift Certificate in to Olde Forge Junction.  Olde Forge Junction will receive a donation from UKROPS based on the number of Golden Gift points submitted.

 
 


Transforming Lives

1.    Developing and operating programs to nurture Olde Forge youth and children

 

 

2.    Hosting activities to build community

 

 

3.    Linking Olde Forge Residents to existing services

 

 

4.    Serving as a training ground in community service

 

Making a Difference
 
"Olde Forge Junction is directly responsible for the many positive changes for the residents of the Olde Forge neighborhood... Residents have sustained a better quality of life, which is a winning situation for everyone involved."
 
-Charles E. Jett, Sheriff of Stafford County
 
"Olde Forge Junction has been selected to receive one of the 2007 "Excellence in Prevention" awards for its outstanding service to youth and families in Planning District 16. This award recognizes your vision for the future, your dedication to our community, and your commitment to action to ensure a bright future for all our residents."
 
-Mike MacNamara, Prevention Planning Partnership Chairperson
 
"Olde Forge Junction has helped open many eyes to see that great things can happen if we just take the time to care and love others."
 
Cessie Howell, Volunteer