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09/09/2024

Celebrating Community: Gene Steuerle

The origin story of ACT, like many other origin stories, includes both joy and heartbreak. Founder Gene Steuerle and his daughters, Kristin Steuerl...

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08/28/2024

Celebrating Community: Tommy Park and Alexandria Soccer Association

Tommy Park understands the power of a team. As the Executive Director of Alexandria Soccer Association (ASA), Tommy views ACT as a trusted partner....

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08/15/2024

Celebrating Community: Space of Her Own and Linda Odell

Shaping Bright Futures for Alexandria’s Girls As a crime prevention manager by day, Linda Odell is well-versed in youth programming aimed at dri...

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07/25/2024

Celebrating Community: John Porter

Through our 20 years in existence, ACT has served as a central hub for many committed Alexandrians. Their hard work, vision, and passion are what f...

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07/14/2024

Leading ACTor: Kristin Stephen

Giving to the causes she cares about is something that brings Kristin Stephen joy.  In 2020 when she moved to Alexandria it was the height of the p...

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06/26/2024

Celebrating Community: Lori Morris

The story of ACT isn’t complete without Lori Morris. An early founder of the organization, Lori’s strength of character and conviction that things ...

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06/10/2024

Championing Career Readiness: Najmah Ahmad’s Dedication to Alexandria’s Youth

Championing Career Readiness: Najmah Ahmad’s Dedication to Alexandria’s Youth Passion for youth is something that Najmah Ahmad has in abundance. I...

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05/23/2024

Celebrating Community: Debra Collins

It’s impossible to celebrate 20 years of ACT without sharing Debra Collins’ story. Since the moment she moved to Alexandria in 2003 as Human Ser...

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03/18/2024

Leading ACTor: Cecilia Garcia Meruvia

Meet Cecilia Garcia Meruvia, Community Advisory Board Member for the Fund for Racial Equity! Cecilia’s warmth and passion for advocacy are clear to...

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02/13/2024

Leading ACTor: Lisa Guernsey

Meet ACT Board Member Lisa Guernsey, pictured here with her two daughters, Gillian and Janelle! In conversation with Lisa, her passion for many ca...

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