The Committee for Helping Others (CHO) honored its institutional and individual supporters and volunteers at a reception on October 5 at Vienna Presbyterian Church in order to celebrate 50 years of service to the community.
CHO President Ollie Fowler receives a plaque of appreciation from Supervisor Cathy Hudgins (D-Hunter Mill District).
According to wtop.com, "This year marks the 50th year in which CHO has collected donated food, furniture, and clothing, as well as providing emergency financial assistance to needy people in the local area. CHO also supports the county’s “meals on wheels” program and organizes a “Christmas Store” event in early December at Vienna Presbyterian Church to offer some extra holiday cheer — presents, clothes, and gift cards for food — to needy families and their children. CHO’s emergency financial assistance program pays for rent, mortgage, utility bills, medical expenses, and other emergency needs."
CHO mostly helps those people who have full or part-time jobs but the pay is insufficient or too erratic to cover all expenses. Some are refugees or recent immigrants; others are elderly or retired and living on a small pension or caregivers for family members.
As per wtop.com, "CHO’s anniversary celebration focused on the institutional and individual members of the community who have helped CHO assist its neighbors over the years. Guests at the event could examine pictures of the local churches and faith-based organizations that are institutional members of CHO; these organizations provide both needed funds and the numerous volunteers who keep CHO going."
Maryam N. is a Senior Writer at Nesbitt Realty. She is an expert on Fairfax County. Maryam has also worked previously as a geologist. She is a foodie and enjoys cooking and exploring new restaurants.
