Agency
For more than 85 years, United Way has brought people together in agencies to work
collectively to alleviate suffering and ensure a bright future for all.
Now we’re creating opportunities for a good life by focusing on the
areas of Education, Financial Stability and Health. With a quality
education, a stable job and access to affordable health services, people
thrive.
You trust United
Way of South Hampton Roads with every dollar you donate and we strive to
ensure that it goes toward those suffering in our community through rigorous
certification process to guarantee needs are met. Each of our 68 agencies meet this criteria. The agencies here have proved themselves a true partner in easing the suffering of those in our community.
May Agency
Nate is one of 180 individuals living in one of Virginia Supportive Housing's apartment buildings in Hampton Roads.
Nate
served proudly for more than 10 years in the Marines. After returning
to civilian life, he was able to secure employment as a truck driver,
using the skills he learned serving our country.
Unfortunately,
back pain from an old injury forced Nate to take time off for
recovery. When he was able to return, he found his position had been
eliminated.
Nate
was able to find work again, but shortly that position also was
eliminated. Nate was forced to live in his car and work whatever jobs he
could find. Still struggling with pain, Nate was referred to the
Hampton V.A. Hospital where he was able to receive the proper medical
treatment - but not a solution to his homelessness. While recovering,
Nate learned about Virginia Supportive Housing and was accepted to live
in one of their apartments.
In 2011, Nate signed the contract and moved into his very own apartment. He now attends Tidewater Community College and is working toward an Associate Degree in Radiology Technology. When Nate isn't studying, he assists other residents in the apartment building with vehicle repairs.
April Agency
Grant's struggles began before he was even born and continued throughout his childhood. He was delivered at 37 weeks weighing just over five pounds with a rare birth defect in which his intestines were twisted and certain organs were misplaced. At age two, Grant was diagnosed with Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS). Shortly after his third year well-baby exam, Grant regressed rapidly and was formally diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Searching for a way to help their son cope with his anxiety and chronic health problems, Grant's parents discovered EQUI-KIDS .Through their proven program, Grant has transformed from a shy, scared toddler to a daredevil on horseback! His motor skills, body awareness, and coordination have improved dramatically.
"From
my perspective, I feel like we are part of the EQUI-KIDS family and I'm
so grateful for what they have done for Grant," said Grant's Mother.
"Every volunteer and staff member is there to make a difference in a
child's life with the help of the most loving and gentle of animals."
Grant isn't "different"; he isn't teased or stared at. He is embraced
for who he is and nurtured to achieve things we never thought possible.
March Agency
Primeplus Norfolk Senior Center (PPNSC) is dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents in South Hampton Roads ages 50 and older by providing programming to support intellectual, physical, emotional and social needs and has been the pre-eminent focal point for services, activities, and information addressing the needs and interests of older adults in South Hampton Roads since 1968.
Currently, Primeplus is facing a legislative challenge pending adoption of the upcoming budget for Virginia that would cut in half the state funding for the center.
The Norfolk center, which receives about $30,000 from the state, provides adult day care, meals, health care services and activities to help seniors stay active and to avoid more costly nursing home expenses.
In an effort to be more fiscally responsible and diversified in funding, Primeplus will celebrate it's 3rd Annual Men Who Cook fundraiser on Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at the Masonic Temple on Granby Street.
Twenty five local amateur chef teams pair up to show off their culinary skills and prepare specialty dishes. Guest are able to dance and dine. For more information, click here to download the flyer.
February Agency
The mission of the USO is to enhance the quality of life of the U.S. Armed Forces personnel and their families worldwide and to create a cooperative relationship between U.S. military communities.
The current USO of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia (USOHRCV) traces its history back to 1984, to create a place where members of the military and their families could go for support and recreation. USOHRCV was chartered by Congress in 1984 as a non-profit organization 501(c)(3) that depends 100% on charitable donations. It serves approximately 400,000 military members and their families annually at eleven locations.
- Family Outreach-Any active duty military and their families will be offered emergency assistance at all military bases in Hampton Roads throughout the year.
- Quality of Life- Throughout the year at no cost, military families will enjoy wholesome events on military bases and community events such as Military Appreciation Days at the Zoo and other cultural attractions.
- Wounded Warriors-For wounded warrior active duty military and their families, the USOHRCV will provide rehabilitation support throughout the year at medical activities, Naval Mobilization Processing Site in Norfolk and Portsmouth.
January Agency
This month we recognize VOLUNTEER Hampton Road for their commitment to volunteerism and mentoriship in the memory of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. once said, "Everybody can be great because anybody can serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love." Every year, organizations nationwide honor Dr. King's legacy by making Martin Luther King, Jr. Day "A Day On, Not a Day Off".Sponsored by HSBC, VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads will be hosting the 13th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 16th from 9am-noon at Calvary Revival Church in Norfolk.
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service is an event where adult mentors pair up with at-risk youth and spend the day discussing community service, conflict resolution and Dr. King's legacy while participating in service projects that benefit the local community.
Youth participants will attend from many United Way agencies like Boy Scouts, Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Virginia, Girl Scout Council of the Colonial Coast, and the YMCA of South Hampton Roads.
This year's Day of Service projects will benefit deployed local military members, Chesapeake and Virginia Beach Title 1 Schools, Barrett Haven, Mea'Alofa Autism Support Center, and United Way agencies like the HER Shelter, Our House Families, REACH, and the Samaritan House.
As the region's nonprofit resource center, VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads strengthens the region's nonprofit sector by providing high quality training, supporting workplace volunteer programs, and mobilizing citizens and advocating for civic engagement. To register, click here.
For more information about the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service or VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads, contact Meg Leahey, Community Outreach Coordinator at 757-624-2400.