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Worried about foreclosure? Reach out to a non-profit housing counselor.
If you or someone you know is worried about their mortgage or about foreclosure, the first and best option is to reach out to a non-profit housing counselor.Â
These counselors are available to provide free advice about the best options available to you to avoid foreclosure (mortgage modifications, refinances, short sales, etc.). They are certified by the federal or state government, trained on the most recent changes in bank and government policies, and often have better contacts at financial institutions to ensure a more accountable and timely response. Note: You should not pay for help working on a mortgage modification. Most companies charging an upfront fee for help are scam artists.
More information about scams here.
In the Prince William area, the following non-profits can help you today:
Virginia Cooperative Extension – 703.792.4713
First Home Alliance – 703.580.8838
Northern Virginia Family Service – 571.748.2616
In other jurisdictions, contact information is available here.
VOICE – Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community Engagement, a coalition of congregations and community organizations in northern Virginia – has been in a campaign to address some of the fallout from the housing crisis in the Prince William Area, where more than 20,000 families lost their homes to foreclosure.
 One of the first issues VOICE leaders identified in their research was need to deepen the capacity of non-profit housing counselors in Northern Virginia and particularly in Prince William County and Manassas. Through direct negotiations with financial institutions, VOICE leaders have secured commitments for $1.6 million in funding for non-profit counselors in the Prince William area over 5 years to support the long-term capacity of these non-profits.
Recent Stories
A 39-year-old man was found dead inside a tent late Friday night near the 8400 block of Sudley Road, near Manassas.
A 36-year-old man from Front Royal is still hospitalized with life-threatening injuries following a motorcycle crash on Garrisonville Road.
With this summer’s powerful thunderstorms in our region, and a deadly flood in Texas that captivated the nation, local rivers are getting some attention, including the Rappahannock River and the City of Fredericksburg.
After a sweltering weekend that brought heat index values over 100 and a heat advisory, today feels like a slight relief. Highs will reach the low 90s, but lower humidity and fewer storms will make conditions feel more manageable.
The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is your destination for all arts and culture activities in Northern Virginia. Find a concert, play, poetry reading, or exhibition in your neighborhood—many events are free and family-friendly!
Are you part of a performing arts group, school, or cultural organization? You can add your events and classes, too. The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is free and easy to use.
Your attendance at local arts events supports small businesses in our community and the art makers who help make Fairfax and its surrounding region so vibrant. With the ArtsFairfax Events Calendar, you can stay curious and stay local to plan your next arts adventure!
Go Ape, America’s leading aerial adventure park provider, is proud to unveil a revitalized experience across its iconic Zipline & Adventure Parks. This refresh goes beyond physical upgrades; it reflects a renewed mission to foster meaningful connections between people, nature, and self.
“Go Ape has always been about thrilling treetop adventures,” says Chrissy Very, Senior Director of Marketing. “Now, we’re redefining what it means to truly connect: through purpose-driven outdoor experiences that inspire courage, reflection, and joy.”
As access to public outdoor spaces becomes more limited, Go Ape steps in to bridge the gap with immersive, inclusive, and wellness-focused adventures for individuals, families, and groups.
Van Metre 5K Run
Participate in the 33rd Annual Van Metre 5K Run—a race that goes further than 3.1 miles, where every stride you take supports Children’s National Hospital. The Van Metre 5K Run donates 100% of proceeds to Children’s National Hospital and has
