Upcoming Events

One Epic Run. One Bold Goal.

Support the 100 Mile Mission

Sams Run for RVA Light, May 17th 2025

At RVA Light, every day brings someone new through our doors.
Whether it’s for help with a job application, support finding housing, or simply a listening ear—we’re here to walk alongside our neighbors in love.

But the need is growing. We believe God is calling us to do more.

To make sure we never have to turn anyone away and can keep serving well, we need your help.

That’s why on May 17th, our director Sam is running 100 rugged miles through the Massanutten Mountains, climbing over 18,000 feet of elevation to raise $18,000—one dollar for every foot of the climb.
He’s running with a purpose: to reflect Jesus' love and help carry our neighbors’ burdens.

Your gift will go directly toward job and housing search support, fresh clothing, job readiness tools, and the daily ministry of peace and presence that RVA Light offers in our neighborhood.

Will you help carry the load?
Every step Sam takes—and every dollar you give—brings hope into someone’s path.

“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”
—Galatians 6:2

Programs

See what’s happening.

We’re excited to have new events and programs coming up this summer. Dates and times vary, so check out our event calendar! We’d love to have you join us!

  • This summer our Bible study will resume in a new format! Movie and Bible study go hand in hand in the “CHOSEN” series bible study.

    This session is focused on getting to know Jesus and growing together. All are welcome!

    Launching July 1st!

  • Thanks to our new partnership with the students at the Virginia Barber school we can offer free haircuts every first and third Wednesday a month at 11:00 am, just after our SAARA Recovery group ends.

    Come for any haircut, fade, or if you need professional work on your facial hair.

    Light snacks provided.

  • Every Tuesday, we receive donations of Bagels from Baltik’s Bagel! Come in and make one for yourself.

  • We’re excited to partner with the Substance Abuse And Recovery Alliance of Virginia for peer-to-peer recovery groups every Wednesday at 10:00 am downstairs in our program space!

  • We love to let our creativity flow with community art projects like “Murals with Martha” and learning how to make PLARN (yarn made from plastic bags) that can be woven into useful items like bags!

  • Baking with Beth is our newest program. We spend time in our kitchen mixing and baking delicious treats, getting to know each other, and building our community.

  • CPR classes and Narcan training will resume as soon as staff and logistics allow.

    Watch this space!