community service
County Employees Create Meditation Garden for Wellness
Chesterfield County employees completed a meditation garden at the Eanes-Pittman Public Safety Training Center using volunteer labor, creating a dedicated wellness space for county workers.
Midlothian Youth League Builds Beds for Children in Poverty
The Midlothian chapter of the Young Men's Service League built 30 beds for children in poverty Saturday using a 9/11 memorial grant, marking the organization's 25 years of service in Chesterfield County.
Midlothian Man Hosts Cookouts for Unhoused in Richmond
A Midlothian resident is hosting free cookouts to serve meals to unhoused individuals in the Richmond area.
Nearly 96-Year-Old Nurse Inducted into Volunteer Hall of Fame
Edith Lumpkin, nearly 96, was inducted into Chesterfield's Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame in June 2026 after contributing more than 1,400 hours to the Police Department and community programs since 2012.
Chesterfield County Airport Hosts 6th Annual School Supplies Drive
Chesterfield County Airport is hosting its annual school supplies drive to collect donations for local students preparing for the school year.
Christmas in July Toy Drive returns with police support
Chesterfield County Police launches its annual Christmas in July toy drive to collect toys for children facing financial hardship, with donations distributed in December through the Chester Food Pantry.
Red Cross Blood Drive at Chesterfield Towne Center June 29
The American Red Cross, partnering with 12 on Your Side, is hosting a blood drive at Chesterfield Towne Center on June 29 from 1 to 7 p.m. to address ongoing national blood shortages.
Three Chesterfield Residents Honored in Volunteer Hall of Fame
Three Chesterfield County residents—John Hilliard Jr., David Lipp, and Edith Lumpkin—were inducted into the 44th-annual Senior Volunteer Hall of Fame on June 8, 2026, bringing total Hall of Fame membership to 101 honorees.
Chesterfield Library Encourages Residents to Join Summer Library Game
Chesterfield County Public Library's 2026 Summer Library Game, running through September 1, offers reading challenges, prizes, and community service opportunities across all 10 county branches and via the Beanstack app.