Volunteer Fairfax is the designated lead agency for recruitment and deployment of affiliated and spontaneous volunteers during an emergency. Manages donations and spontaneous volunteers during an emergency and activates a Volunteer Reception Center when called upon to do so by the Fairfax County Department of Emergency Management and Security (DEMS) and/or the City of Fairfax Office of Emergency Management (OEM). Serves as a connection between county government and nonprofits throughout recovery efforts. Serves as a voice for volunteer management and training on disaster and emergency-based committees and councils. Works with volunteer centers of the National Capital Area to further strengthen mutual aid compacts and communications planning.