Northern Virginia Group Collecting Blankets for Syrian Refugees

The Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC) is once again coordinating a regional effort to collect blankets for refugees who are fleeing from Syria and other countries to Turkey to escape violence in the Middle East. Last year more than 18,000 blankets (12 tons) were collected and shipped to Turkey.

“Last year’s collection drive was incredible with literally thousands of blankets being dropped off at Fairfax County locations. We were honored to work with our community partners and faith community to help those in desperate need of warm blankets and so many other supplies. I know our community will be there once again to help our neighbors,” Chairman Bulova said.

This year’s blanket drive will take place from Nov. 1 – 22, 2014, with collection locations throughout Northern Virginia. Fairfax Board Chairman Sharon Bulova and Loudoun Board Chairman Scott York will co-chair this effort. Details on the collection drive and locations can be found at www.helpsyrianrefugees.net.

PHOTO: Fairfax County Board Chair Sharon Bulova at past blanket collection event; photo by American Turkish Friendship Association