Volunteers clean up Bailey’s Crossroads

Volunteers from New Hope Housing and Hilton Arlington National Landing cleaned up litter along Seminary Road in Bailey’s Crossroads in October.

New Hope Housing operates the Bailey’s Shelter and Supportive Housing facility, at 5914 Seminary Road, for Fairfax County.

The organization adopted a 0.7-mile section of Seminary Road near the shelter as part of the Virginia Department of Transportation’s Adopt-A-Highway program. As a result, New Hope Housiing is committed to hosting cleanup events twice a year.

In addition to removing 13 contractor-sized trash bags full of litter, the Hilton staff held a cookout at the shelter for shelter guests and staff.

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“At Hilton, it is equally important that we not only welcome our guests traveling from around the world, but ensure we be a part of our local community,” said Charles Hill, general manager of Hilton Arlington National Landing. “The opportunity to partner with New Hope Housing by cleaning up the roadways and providing a meal for their residents was a great way to spread the light and warmth of hospitality beyond our hotel.”

Hilton Arlington National Landing and New Hope Housing first partnered together in May for the “Over The Edge” event which raised over $230,000. Individuals raised at least $1,000 each for New Hope Housing to rappel down the 160-foot hotel. A second Over The Edge fundraiser is scheduled for May 5, 2023.