Community Partners

Community Partners: Toni Jackson of New Perspective Fitness

Community Partners: Toni Jackson of New Perspective Fitness

For the past three years, Toni Jackson has been the Madison House community partner for The Gym, a Recreational Therapy program that teaches people of all abilities how to lift and have a great time exercising. During the academic year, the program runs twice a week and has between three to five Madison House volunteers working with seven special athletes at each session. The Gym is a collaborative space, where the volunteers and Jackson work together to support athletes in learning new movements and achieving their fitness aspirations. These close-knit relationships are invaluable, and volunteers carry their experiences with them.

Sin Barreras Breaks Down Barriers in the Charlottesville Community

Sin Barreras Breaks Down Barriers in the Charlottesville Community

“The time we give is so little, but it has such a big impact,” says Sin Barreras Program Director Lily Clausen on her volunteer experience through Madison House. Sin Barreras is a nonprofit organization devoted to helping immigrants and native Spanish speakers in the broader Charlottesville community. The organization provides a variety of services, including advocacy work, social and legal help, and GED classes. Read more to learn about the opportunities Madison House volunteers have with Sin Barreras.

Madison House Volunteers Support Meals on Wheels to Combat Local Food Insecurity

Madison House Volunteers Support Meals on Wheels to Combat Local Food Insecurity

Meals on Wheels is a new program at Madison House this year, started by third-year UVA student Helen Le. Helen has always been passionate about promoting food security and wanted to ensure that Madison House had multiple programs to address the issue…