Herndon-Reston FISH, Inc.
Non-profit OrganizationsVirginia, United States2-10 Employees
Herndon-Reston FISH, Inc. is a volunteer-driven nonprofit organization based in Reston, Virginia, serving the Herndon and Reston communities since 1969. It operates as a 501(c)(3) entity that addresses short-term emergencies by assisting residents with rent, transportation to medical appointments, furniture, utilities, medical items and prescriptions, aiming to prevent evictions and utility shutoffs and to support access to necessary medications. The organization also runs an Answering and Referral Service funded by a Fairfax County grant, which provides information on long- and short-term local assistance and arranges transportation for medical visits, with volunteers facilitating the rides. In addition, FISH has introduced a Financial Workshop to promote financial literacy for families. The nonprofit collaborates with Fairfax County social workers, hospitals and other local organizations to coordinate support for those in immediate need.