Assisting Families of Inmates (AFOI) supports underserved families of the incarcerated by providing meaningful visitation, family assistance and children’s programs that achieve positive, evidence-based outcomes. Currently, AFOI is planning their 46th Annual Fundraising Gala and Casino Night.  This celebration and giving opportunity will consist of 5-8 casino tables (playing with "funny money" to raise additional funds), a silent auction, a DJ, and dancing.  AFOI provides a variety of services to families of the incarcerated.  Many of our programs are run in partnership with the Virginia Department of Corrections and the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice.  

Regardless of where you stand on the spectrum regarding incarceration and prison reform, prison culture and environment are essential to public health and safety.  Statistics show us that there is a direct correlation between and incarcerated person's contact with loved ones during periods of incarceration and the likelihood of reoffending.  If we want to have a more vibrant and safe community, we must support this vulnerable poplulation and the families who will be there to offer support when they return home.