1st Annual Community Empowerment Fest
About this Event
Hope & Ability Workforce Foundation
Community Empowerment Fest & Back-to-School Drive 2026
📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 John Lee Pratt Memorial Park
Building Skills. Creating Futures.
Join Hope & Ability Workforce Foundation for a day of community connection, family fun, resources, and empowerment as we bring together local organizations, businesses, service providers, and families from across the region.
What to Expect
🎵 Live DJ Entertainment
Music throughout the event
Family-friendly atmosphere
Community engagement and announcements
🎒 Back-to-School Support
School supply giveaways (while supplies last)
🎁 Giveaways & Raffles
Gift cards
Restaurant certificates
Family-friendly prizes
Community partner giveaways
Kids & Family Activities
🛠️ Home Depot Kids Workshop Kits
Hands-on building activities for children
Take-home project kits
STEM and creativity-focused fun
🎨 Additional Family Activities
Games and interactive activities
Community engagement stations
Youth enrichment opportunities
Family-friendly entertainment
Community Resource Village
Meet organizations and agencies providing information and support in areas.
Featured Community Partners
Stafford County Sheriff’s Office Crime Prevention Unit
Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department
The Home Depot Kids Workshop Program
Zoe and more..
Shop & Support Local Vendors
Browse products and services from local small businesses, entrepreneurs, artisans, and community organizations.
Featured vendors currently include:
Brown Sugar Honey Co.
Sugar & Pop
Elie’s Lemonade
Layers of Flavor
Pressed & Loaded
This & That Merchandise and more..
Volunteer Opportunities
Community members are welcome to volunteer with:
Event setup and breakdown
Registration and check-in
Activity stations
School supply distribution
Resource support
Admission
🎉 FREE to Attend
Bring your family, invite your friends, and come enjoy a day dedicated to strengthening our community through resources, opportunity, and connection.
Hosted by Hope & Ability Workforce Foundation
Building Skills. Creating Futures.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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