Action in Community Through Service

ACTS fosters hope, provides relief, and promotes self-sufficiency for our Prince William area neighbors in crisis. We are committed to
creating a community where no one goes without or suffers alone.

Together we can make a difference in serving our neighbors.

ACTS is an independent, private nonprofit serving Greater Prince William Area residents, including the Cities of Manassas, Manassas Park, and the Towns of Quantico, Haymarket, Occoquan, and Dumfries where our main offices are located.

Fifty years ago, ACTS’ founders began by addressing the most basic human needs of food and shelter. They established Prince William County’s first food bank, set up a used furniture distribution system, and developed a homeless shelter in local churches. From these beginnings grew the Hunger Prevention Center, utility assistance program, two homeless shelters, and a permanent housing program. Services now also include comprehensive prevention and intervention programs to address domestic violence, and sexual assault including a 24-hour Crisis Line.

Mission Statement

ACTS fosters hope, provides relief, and promotes
self-sufficiency for our Prince William area neighbors in crisis.

Vision Statement

ACTS is creating a community where no one goes without or suffers alone.

Values Statement

ACTS is an integral part of our COMMUNITY, delivering SERVICE with COMPASSION and RESPECT; EMPOWERING our neighbors in crisis.

This Is the Walk You Don’t Want to Miss.

For years, iWALK has brought our community together to show up for our neighbors and support the life-changing work of ACTS. This year, we’re making it bigger, more energetic, and more memorable—and you’ll want to say you were part of it.

On October 24, grab your friends, build your team, lace up, and join the community for iWALK 2026. Run it. Walk it. Rally your crew. However you show up, every step helps ACTS continue providing vital support to people throughout our community.

Your crew. Your steps. Your impact. Don’t miss iWALK 2026.

This Is the Walk You Don’t Want to Miss.

Your crew. Your steps. Your impact. Don’t miss iWALK 2026.

Become a Donor! Support ACTS’ Vision of Hope and Change by Becoming a Valued Donor

Becoming a donor to ACTS is an investment in the well-being and resilience of our community. Your contributions help sustain life-changing programs that provide emergency assistance, food, housing, and support to individuals and families in their most vulnerable moments. Every dollar you give amplifies our ability to address critical needs, whether it's ensuring someone has a warm meal, a safe place to stay, or the resources to escape a cycle of crisis and rebuild their life.

 As a donor, you are not just funding services—you are fueling hope, stability, and empowerment for over 65,700 people each year. Your generosity allows ACTS to adapt to the ever-changing challenges faced by our neighbors and ensures that no one is turned away when they need help the most. Together, we can break barriers, restore dignity, and build a stronger, more compassionate future for everyone.

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ACTS Commitment to Clients

Fifty years ago, ACTS’ founders began by addressing the most basic human needs of food and shelter. They established Prince William County’s first food bank, set up a used furniture distribution system, and developed a homeless shelter in local churches. From these beginnings grew the Hunger Prevention Center, utility assistance program, two homeless shelters, and a permanent housing program. Services now also include comprehensive prevention and intervention programs to address domestic violence, sexual abuse and assault, as well as a 24-hour anonymous crisis telephone service.