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Vote for SOAR365 in 2025 Virginia Living Best of Virginia Survey

The Virginia Living Magazine Best of Virginia Survey is back for 2025 and SOAR365 needs your support! Cast your votes in Virginia Living‘s most popular issue from Jan. 2 at 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 31, 2025.

Voting is easy, and each one helps SOAR365 give our programs the recognition they deserve. Here’s how you can vote for SOAR365 in the following categories:

Best Annual Charity Event – Ladybug Fund Wine Tasting and Silent Auction

The Ladybug Fund Wine Tasting and Silent Auction is a signature event that raises crucial funds for SOAR365’s children and youth programs. Every year, this event brings together supporters from all over Virginia to enjoy great wine, bid on amazing auction items, and make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.

Best Family Entertainment – PARK365

PARK365 offers a fun and inclusive environment where children and families can experience a safe, accessible playground. Designed to accommodate individuals of all abilities, PARK365 is a space where everyone can play, grow, and connect. Whether it’s for a family outing, a school trip, or a special event, PARK365 ensures that families can enjoy time together at the very best playground in Richmond.

Best Summer Camp – SOAR365’s Summer Camp at Camp Baker

SOAR365’s Summer Camp at Camp Baker provides an incredible opportunity for both children and adults with disabilities to have the traditional summer camp experience. Held across 10 weeks each year, SOAR365’s Summer Camp lets our campers enjoy a best-in-class, traditional summer camp experience, including: horseback riding, arts and crafts, swimming, fishing, paddle boating, hiking, and even outdoor tent camping.


How to Vote

Voting is quick and simple! To cast your vote for SOAR365 in the 2025 Virginia Living Magazine Best of Virginia Survey, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the Virginia Living Magazine Voting Page: https://virginialiving.com/bov2025/
  2. Select the Categories: Vote for SOAR365 in the categories of “Best Annual Charity Event,” “Best Family Entertainment,” and “Best Summer Camp.”
  3. Submit Your Vote: Make sure to confirm and submit your votes between Thursday, January 2 and Friday, January 31.

Why Your Vote Matters

By voting for SOAR365 in these categories, you are helping raise awareness about the important work we do. Each of the programs we’ve been nominated for—Ladybug Fund Wine Tasting and Silent Auction, PARK365, and SOAR365 Summer Camp—serves as a critical resource for individuals with disabilities and their families. Your support helps ensure that these programs continue to grow, thrive, and make a lasting impact.

Let’s work together to create a more inclusive, welcoming community for all. Vote for SOAR365 today and help us make a difference!

Thank you for your continued support, and don’t forget to spread the word—every vote counts!


Learn More: Visit SOAR365 to learn more about our programs and how you can get involved.

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