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COVID-19 Resources

During this unprecedented crisis, there are many people hurting inside their homes, unseen to those of us also sheltering in place. Whether it’s from a lack of food, money, or worries about the health of a family member, there’s a need for our charities to come together and support the most vulnerable members of our community.

With this in mind, we have compiled a list of the charities in Loudoun County, and we present them below. If you would like to have your charity or special group listed (e.g. GoFundMe, etc.), please email [email protected] and we will add them to the list. May everyone stay safe and healthy during this time. We, together, will overcome this difficult period! #loudounstrong

Loudoun County Official Coronavirus (Testing Resources, etc): https://www.loudoun.gov/5307/Coronavirus

Loudoun County Needs Assistance Page: https://www.loudoun.gov/5327/COVID-19-Needs-Assistance

Loudoun Hunger COVID-19 Resources: https://www.loudounhunger.org/receive-services/covid-19-resources-in-loudoun-county/

Loudoun Hunger Donate Link: https://www.loudounhunger.org/donate-now

Tree of Life Food Pantry: http://tolministries.org/services/food/

Loudoun County Human Services: http://www.loudoun.gov/humanservices

Loudoun Times List of Resources: https://www.loudountimes.com/news/here-s-what-loudoun-s-nonprofits-are-doing-to-help/article_0b09da98-6725-11ea-9275-cf3ab12321b8.html

Community Foundation for Northern Virginia: https://www.cfnova.org/community-leadership/covid-19-response-fund-for-northern-virginia

Business Resource Webinar from Visit Loudoun: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1295112953314678029

Loudoun Medical Group COVID 19 Updates: https://www.lmgdoctors.com/coronavirus/

Community, Local Events and Businesses, Schools and Local Govt

WIFI Hot Spots in Western Loudoun Library Parking Lots

Loudoun County is offering new WiFi hot spots in library parking lots for use by residents in the western part of the county. The county amplified the WiFi signals so that residents can access the Internet in the parking lots immediately adjacent to the Loudoun County Public Library branches in Lovettsville, Middleburg and Purcellville.

Residents who have no reliable Internet service are encouraged to use the free WiFi to access information about the new coronavirus, or COVID-19, and complete any other type of essential online business, such as ordering groceries or other household supplies. These hot spots can also be used by students attempting to access assignments uploaded by LCPS to Google Classroom.

Residents are asked to stay in their vehicles in order to maintain the physical distancing needed to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. Users of the service who are not in vehicles are also asked to maintain a distance of approximately six feet from other people.

The name of the network is LibraryWiFi. No password is required, although users will need to click “accept” on the landing page. 

The Wi-Fi hot spots are expected to be operational Monday, April 13, 2020. Service will be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Meanwhile, the Loudoun County Public Schools system has purchased mobile hotspots to help ensure students have access to Internet-based instruction during the extended closure of schools due to the coronavirus.

The Loudoun County school system is prioritizing the distribution of hotspots to students in grades 3-12 in households with the greatest need. There is a limit of one hotspot per household. To request a device, families must complete the online form or call the Loudoun County Public Schools Technology Support Center at 571-252-2112 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays.

Residents can visit the county’s website for more information about the coronavirus. They can also text LCCOVID19 to 888777 to receive text alerts from Loudoun County about COVID-19. Residents with questions about COVID-19 may call the Loudoun County Health Department’s information line at 703-737-8300, or send an email.