Upcoming Events
We believe in the power of community, and our events are a great way to connect. You'll find a list of all our upcoming events below. We hope to see you there, and we encourage you to spread the word!
Celebrate One Year of Growth with Benevolent Family Services – Richmond!
Join Benevolent Family Services as we celebrate one year of serving the Richmond community! We invite our clients, referral partners, community members, family, and friends to come together for an afternoon of celebration, connection, and fun. Enjoy music, games, cornhole, great food, networking with our staff and community partners, and the opportunity to connect with others who share our commitment to improving mental health and wellness throughout the Richmond area. Guests are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets and spend the afternoon celebrating with us.
Event Details:
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Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
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Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Location: Byrd Park – Shields Lake Shelter
2202 Shields Lake Dr.
Richmond, VA 23220
This is a free community event, and everyone is welcome! To help us ensure we have enough food and refreshments for all attendees, we kindly ask that you RSVP in advance.
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RSVP here: https://forms.gle/xLWLG9KJf19rr4Eo9
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We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and thanking our community for an incredible first year in Richmond. Here's to many more years of making a difference together!
Join Team Benevolent Family Services at NAMIWalks Williamsburg!
Benevolent Family Services is proud to participate in NAMIWalks Williamsburg 2026, and we invite our clients, families, referral partners, community supporters, and friends to walk alongside Team Benevolent Family Services as we raise awareness for mental health. Every step we take helps reduce stigma, inspire hope, and demonstrate that no one has to face a mental health journey alone
Whether you choose to walk with us, cheer us on, or make a donation, your support helps strengthen our shared commitment to building healthier, more connected communities.
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Event Details:
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Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
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Location: Veteran's Park
3793 Ironbound Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188 -
Registration Opens: 10:00 AM
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Opening Ceremony: 10:15 AM
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Walk Begins: 10:30 AM
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Event Ends: 1:00 PM
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Route: Two loops around Veteran's Park
Participation is FREE, and everyone is welcome to join Team Benevolent Family Services. If you're unable to attend, you can still support our mission by making a donation to our team.
Together, we can increase awareness, reduce stigma, and bring hope to individuals and families affected by mental health conditions.
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Join Team Benevolent Family Services or make a donation:
https://www.namiwalks.org/teams/85729?wait=1
PAST EVENTS
January 2026
January 16th
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BFS is excited to attend the 2026 Health and Wellness Expo held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center Friday, January 16th from 10am - 3pm. Learn about services BFS provides and career opportunities available.
January 19th
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BFS is proud to host the The Historic Hampton Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. for their 2026 MLK Day of Service creating 100 warming kits for children, to be donated to Natasha's House and H.E.L.P, Inc.
March 2026
We are partnering with H.E.L.P., Inc.'s 'A Night's Welcome' program to provide and serve breakfast and share a meal with our neighbors in need.
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Date: March 11, 2026
Time: 6:00 AM
Location: Bethany United Methodist Church
1509 Todds Lane, Hampton, VA 23669
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If you'd like to join us, click below to sign up!
Benevolent Family Services is heading to The Daily Planet Health Services to provide and serve lunch for residents of their Safe Haven and Medical Respite programs.
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We are proud to support these vital Richmond programs, which provide a bridge to recovery and permanent housing for our neighbors in need. At BFS, we know that a nutritious meal and a moment of fellowship can make all the difference in the journey toward wellness.
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Date: March 25, 2026
Time: 12:00pm / Noon
​Location: Richmond, VA
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Join our mission: Follow us on social media for live updates and photos from the event!
