Celebrate the season with your bleeding disorders community at VHF’s Annual Winter Gathering — a fun education event for all ages! We’ll kick off the evening with an educational dinner in a private room at the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, then head out together to explore the GardenFest of Lights — a cherished holiday tradition featuring millions of sparkling lights, beautiful botanical displays, model trains, warming fires, hot chocolate, s’mores, and more!

Join VHF and the Hemophilia Association of the Capital Area (HACA) for a virtual advocacy education training program that will focus on the 2026 Virginia General Assembly. Join in and hear details about proposed legislation and state policy issues that focus on access to quality healthcare.This training will be in preparation for Richmond Days but you do not have to be registered for Richmond Days to participate. Open to all community members.

Join VHF and the Hemophilia Association of the Capital Area (HACA) for an opportunity to advocate for policies that improve access to care, support, and resources for those living with bleeding disorders. Your voice can directly impact legislation that affects the lives of individuals with bleeding disorders by meeting with your state legislators. Open to all community members.

SAVE THE DATE - RSVP COMING SOON! Annual Education Meeting: Celebrating Community and Connection. VHF’s Annual Meeting brings together individuals and families affected by inherited bleeding disorders for a weekend of education, support, and connection. This special event offers opportunities to learn about the latest in treatment and care, share experiences, and strengthen our community through networking and collaboration.

VHF nominee application deadline is 5:00 pm EST, Friday, December 5, 2025. VHF (along with other chapters across the nation) have been given the opportunity to nominate up to two participants, girls and boys, each selected for either baseball, basketball, golf, or swimming for the 23rd Junior National Championship (JNC) taking place in Henderson, NV from May 1 – 3, 2026.