Your guide to RVA’s social clubs, events, and community resources.
Bike Walk RVA is Sports Backersβ program to advocate for comfortable and connected places to bike and walk for people of all ages and abilities. From signature, regional projects like the transformational Fall Line trail to neighborhood traffic calming and an expanding network of connected, protected bike lanes, our mission is to get more people biking and walking through developing advocate leaders who focus on changing our built environment to make active transportation desirable for anyone.
We provide the connections, resources, and insights needed to develop strong leaders, engage a diverse workforce, create a welcoming community, and support a vibrant business environment. With over 650 member businesses, we work to expand influence, access, and information, fostering entrepreneurial growth and community leadership.
Church Hill is one of Richmondβs oldest and most storied neighborhoods. Itβs said that in 1737, the view from Libby Hill Park reminded William Byrd II of his home on the Thames, Richmond Hillβgiving our capital city its name. Today, that same view continues to inspire, reflecting the rich history and vibrant culture that make Church Hill truly unique.
From charming historic homes and iconic landmarks to a world-class food scene, Church Hill offers an experience like no other. Weβre just moments away from downtown Richmond, GRTC Pulse Bus Rapid Transit, and the scenic Capital Trailβwhether you prefer to walk, bike, drive, or hop on public transit.
The Office of Immigrant and Refugee Engagement (OIRE) strengthens connections between Richmondβs immigrant communities and City services. We provide information, resources, and advocacy to ensure equitable access and meaningful engagement for all residents. Our mission is to improve the quality of life of immigrants and refugees by increasing their access to City and community-based services and resources, and by promoting education and civic participation.
In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month and World Refugee Day, Richmond’s Office of Immigrant and Refugee Engagement, Henrico Countyβs Outreach & Engagement Agency and ReEstablish Richmond are partnering to host this year’s Multicultural Festival: Imagine 2026 on June 27th from 1pm β 8pm at Richmond Raceway! Click here to learn more.
The Fan District Association is a civic association serving residents of the historic Fan neighborhood in Richmond, VA. Volunteer opportunities are available to help with parks, events, community programs and more. The FDA also supports Richmond-area organizations and initiatives through its grants and outreach opportunities.
The Ginter Park Residents Association (GPRA) is a volunteer civic association organized to serve all individuals residing within the Ginter Park Residents Association boundaries, including Laburnum Park and Ginter Park. GPRA is an inclusive organization designed to promote and foster a healthy, open, and welcoming community.
Conceived in 2000 by a handful of neighbors in an effort to create community greenspace in Union Hill, Jefferson Avenue Community garden has been in continuous operation since October 2003. The garden now flourishes as gathering spot in the heart of the East End, providing a place for residents to grow their own flowers and produce as well as serving as a refuge for pollinators and wildlife in the heart of the cityβs East End.
PlanRVA, established in 1969 following adoption of the Regional Cooperation Act by the VA General Assembly, is theβ―convener, planner, and shaper of Central Virginia’s future.β―
Guided by our member local governments, we facilitate the Richmond region’s physical, social, and economic development. We do this through:
> holistic and coordinated planning and regional projects
> strategic partnerships and collaboration
> technical support and reliable data
PlanRVA manages regional programs and initiatives in the areas ofΒ community development, emergency management, theΒ environment, andΒ transportation.
We actively engage representatives from government, the private and nonprofit sectors, civic and community organizations, and the public to address critical regional issues.
The Richmond Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a volunteer-based program trains citizens to prepare for and respond to emergencies in your community. The City of Richmond is a component of the nationalΒ Citizen Corps Program, which aims to make communities safer, stronger and better prepared through education, training and volunteer service. On the local level, the City of Richmond CERT program maintainsΒ the City’s commitment to safe communities. Training is free.
At the Peace Center, we dedicate our efforts to creating and protecting affirming spaces that embrace cultural humility and create ties of respect that connect people of every age, culture, race, class, region, religion, gender, and sexual identity in our work to build an inclusive community.
The Peace Center advocates for nonviolence, which is an unflinching commitment to show love and kindness in response to conflict rather than abstaining from or avoiding conflict out of fear. We see nonviolence as a powerful tool to resist social inequalities, oppose oppression, and achieve sustainable peace for all people.
Official government agency account for the Richmond Department of Emergency Communications, Preparedness, and Response (DECPR).
Stay cool this summer with the City of Richmond– List of cooling centers and resources.
Founded in 1984,Β The Rotary Club of Western Henrico CountyΒ meets everyΒ Tuesday morning and is nonpolitical, nonreligious, and open to all cultures, races, and creeds.Β As an expectation of being a member of our club, each Rotarian isΒ asked to participate in our meetings, service projects, and fundraisers.Β There is an opportunity for each member to choose how his/her skills fit within a wide variety of club activities.Β
Richmond VA’s Participatory Budgeting is a process that allows residents to have a say in how a part of the cityβs budget is spent. Giving you a chance to brainstorm ideas, develop proposals, vote on projects, and make a difference in our community.
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