Our trivia night would not have been nearly as successful (we raised $9190 for menstruators in need!!) without the generous contributions of RVA’s local business community. Thanks to all of the many businesses who donated.
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Silent Auction is LIVE… and the Prizes are Good.
We’re thrilled to announce that Sylvia’s Sisters’ first-ever online silent auction is officially open for bidding! Whether you’re looking for a beach getaway, a stunning photo session, or the perfect evening in, we’ve got something for you. Every bid goes directly toward ending period poverty in Richmond.
A sample of what’s up for grabs:
- OBX beach house: The Chillax Inn in Corolla, NC sleeps 8 and comes with a private pool and hot tub. Two blocks from the ocean. Need we say more?
- Photo session with Mx. Bex Photography: A 2-hour weekday session with a talented photographer at The Estate at River Run, a breathtaking Georgian Revival mansion overlooking the James River.
- Richmond date night package: Start with three premium blowouts at Drybar Westhampton, then catch a show with two tickets to Firehouse Theatre, finish the night with a $50 Shyndigz gift card, and take home a piece of Richmond with art postcards by local artist David French.
- Language learning + A taste of Paris: This worldly-inspired package includes four 30-minute language or tutoring sessions with local company Enjoyable Languages (in any language or subject!) plus a curated collection of Parisian goodies. Magnifique.
Bidding closes at 8pm on April 30 (that’s right in the middle of our Trivia Night fundraiser at Hardywood Richmond!). You don’t have to be there to win, but we’d love to see you there.
Ready your Teams! Our Trivia Fundraiser is Back.
Gather your smartest friends, family and colleagues and join us for a fundraiser to help end period poverty in our community.
Raffle & Auction
Our raffle features AMAZING prizes from local RVA businesses. And new this year! A silent auction with an OBX beach house up for grabs. Details coming soon.
Date? Thursday, April 30, 2026
Time? Doors open at 6:00 PM and trivia kicks off at 6:30 PM.
Where? Hardywood Richmond, 2410 Ownby Lane
Cost? $25
Eats? Pizza and beer will be for sale by Hardywood.
Why? All proceeds will support menstruators affected by period inequity. One trivia ticket will keep FIVE girls in school that month!
Rescheduled date! MLK Day of Service Period Kit Packing Parties
It’s nearly time for our annual period kit-packing parties honoring Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Day of Service. If you’re searching for a fun, family-friendly way to engage in community service, then look no further…
Shineforth Kit Packing Party
Where?: Firefly Hall at Shineforth (formerly UMFS), 3865 Mastin Lane, Richmond, VA 23230 (on Broad near Malvern)
When?: Sunday, January 18th from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Bon Air Presbyterian Church Kit Packing Party
Where?: Bon Air Presbyterian Church, 9201 West Huguenot Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23235
When?: Sunday, March 22 from 12:15 PM – 2:15 PM (note new date!)
Save the Date: Kit Packing Party 8/16
Come see our new space while helping menstruators in need.
Where? UMFS Firefly Hall, 3865 Mastin Ln, Richmond, VA 23230
When? Saturday, August 16, 1:00-3:00pm
Help us keep girls in school next year!
Sylvia’s Sisters fights period poverty—the inability to afford or access menstrual products—by providing period product kits to schools and organizations in Central Virginia. These kits contain enough pads, tampons and liners to last one menstruator one month. At this party, we’ll have stations set up at which volunteers can pack kits with products. All supplies will be provided; just bring yourself!
All are welcome—seasoned volunteers or those who have never heard of our organization. Bring friends and family! Children and teens are welcome. Our staff is happy to sign off on volunteer hours.
Assemble Your Period-Poverty Fighting Trivia Team!
Gather your smartest friends, family and colleagues and join us for a fundraiser to help end period poverty in our community.
Date? Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Time? Doors open at 6:00 PM and trivia kicks off at 6:30 PM.
Where? Hardywood Richmond, 2410 Ownby Lane
Cost? Playing trivia costs $25; hanging out is free!
Eats? Pizza and beer will be for sale by Hardywood.
Why? All proceeds will support menstruators affected by period inequity. One trivia ticket will keep EIGHT girls in school that month!
Period Product Kit Packing Parties, January 2025!
Please join Sylvia’s Sisters in celebrating the MLK National Day of Service at one of our kit-packing parties!
BON AIR KIT PACKING PARTY
Where? Bon Air Presbyterian Church, 9201 W Huguenot Rd, Richmond, VA 23235
When? Sunday, January 12, 12:15-2:15 (Please note this is the weekend BEFORE MLK Day).
HANOVER KIT PACKING PARTY
Where? First Union Baptist Church, 6231 Pole Green Rd, Mechanicsville, Virginia
When? Monday, January 20, 1:30-3:30pm
Many thanks to the Hanover County NAACP for hosting this event.
The National Day of Service is an opportunity to come together to honor King’s dream of making our world more equitable. Sylvia’s Sisters fights period poverty—the inability to afford or access menstrual products—by providing period product kits to schools and organizations in Central Virginia. These kits contain enough pads, tampons and liners to last one menstruator one month. At each party, we’ll have stations set up at which volunteers can pack kits with products. All supplies will be provided; just bring yourself!
All are welcome—seasoned volunteers or those who have never heard of our organization. Bring friends and family! Children and teens are welcome. Our staff is happy to sign off on volunteer hours.
Sylvia’s Sisters Month at Starr Hill
This July, we’re partnering with Starr Hill Brewery for an exciting series of events! Bring your family and friends, enjoy a beer, and have fun while fighting period poverty! $1 from every pint sold at these events will go toward fighting period poverty in our community.
Follow us on Instagram and check out our Facebook events for updates!