Richmond justice DIP & PLUNGE
ABOUT
Richmond is a growing and diverse city with layers of culture and history to explore. During both Richmond Justice Dip and Richmond Justice Plunge, you’ll get to experience the city through the eyes of local residents and leaders. As you spend time with nonprofits and ministries doing restorative work in the city, you’ll grow alongside your student community by learning how to become a good neighbor. The rhythms of the week will guide you to reflect more deeply on your own story and how you show up in the world. You’ll come away better equipped to love your neighbor in your own context.
THE DIP
Mar 13-14, 2026
A Friday afternoon through a Saturday afternoon. We will learn from Scripture what it means to love our neighbors and get a snapshot of how Richmonders are doing that. The RJP Dip is open to all students from InterVarsity chapters in the Virginia region. Please talk to your IV staff about attending!
the dip details
SCHOOLS: Open to all schools in Virginia
Registration: $45
Non-Refundable Deposit: $20 (applies towards $45 registration cost)
Cost Includes…
Housing on Friday night, in a church in the central area of Richmond
4 meals (Friday dinner as well as Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner), with accommodation for dietary needs and restrictions
All programming costs and materials
Registration Closes: Feb 27 at 11:59p
THE plunge
Mar 7-11, 2026
A Saturday morning through a Wednesday afternoon. We will study in Scripture what it means to love our neighbors and have at least one opportunity each day to engage the community through service and/or learning. Along with teaching and service, the Plunge includes ample time for discussion, reflection, and prayer. Richmond Justice Plunge is open to all Virginia InterVarsity students with corresponding spring breaks. Please talk to your IV staff about attending!
the plunge details
SCHOOLS: GMU, LU, UR, W&M, VCU, VPCC, & VT
Registration: $195
Non-Refundable Deposit: $35 (applies towards $195 registration cost)
Cost Includes…
Housing in a church in the central area of Richmond
All meals for the week, with accommodation for dietary needs and restrictions
All programming costs and materials
Registration Closes: Feb 27 at 11:59p
**If you are a student or staff from outside of Virginia and are interested in the RJP Dip or Plunge, please contact our program director, Kiana Pilson (kiana.pilson@intervarsity.org).
FAQ
Q: Are scholarships available? Yes! Contact your group leader or staff for more information.
Q: What does the schedule for Dip & Plunge look like? Here is our schedule for the 2025 Plunge. (Stay tuned for a sample schedule of the Dip!)
Q: How do I get to RJP/travel around Richmond? Each chapter group will coordinate a carpool to Richmond for their group. Personal cars are the best way to get around the city, but we will also incorporate walking and public buses when possible. Reach out to us if you have any accessibility concerns!
Q: Can I bring spending money? You’re welcome to bring personal spending money to visit local shops and businesses, but you won’t need extra personal money to meet basic needs throughout the week.
Q: I have more questions. Who should I talk to? Talk to your IV staff or email our program director Kiana Pilson at kiana.pilson@intervarsity.org with any questions about the Dip or Plunge.