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Grants paid by Langley for Families - the Foundation of Lfcu, tax year 2024
EIN 46-5681481 · Newport News, VA · Form 990, Schedule I · NTEE T30
In tax year 2024, Langley for Families - the Foundation of Lfcu (EIN 46-5681481) reported 82 grants paid totaling $1,047,838. Dataset version 2026.09.0, built 2026-09-03.
Every grant, 2024
| Tax year | Recipient | Match | Amount | Type | Purpose | Source filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughter Norfolk, VA | A | $109,272 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST A VARIETY OF LOCAL 501(C)(3) HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDING HEALTHCARE SERVICES TO ADULTS AND CHILDREN, PREVENT HIGH RISK PREGNANCIES AND CARE FOR PREMATURE INFANTS, PROVIDE VETERAN'S ASSISTANCE, AND PROVIDE ADULT AND CHILD HOSPICE SERVICES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Thrive Peninsula Inc Newport News, VA | A | $28,709 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO HELP MEET ITS MISSION: THRIVE PENINSULA, A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, IS COMMITTED TO ASSISTING VIRGINIA PENINSULA INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES THROUGH DIFFICULT TIMES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | United Way of the Virginia-Peninsula Newport News, VA | A | $26,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO LOCAL 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION TO HELP MEETS ITS MISSION: UNITED WAY OF THE VIRGINIA PENINSULA FIGHTS FOR THE HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND FINANCIAL STABILITY OF EVERY PERSON IN OUR COMMUNITY. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Grove Christian Outreach Center Williamsburg, VA | A | $20,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: RECOGNIZING THE NEED OF VULNERABLE FAMILIES IN THE GREATER WILLIAMSBURG AREA, GROVE CHRISTIAN OUTREACH CENTER BECAME ITS OWN NONPROFIT CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION IN 2004 WITH A FOCUS ON PROVIDING FOOD, CLOTHING AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO THOSE IN NEED. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | American Cancer Society Hagerstown, MD | A | $20,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST TO ASSIST NON PROFIT MEET ITS MISSION: WE ARE A LEADING CANCER-FIGHTING ORGANIZATION WITH A VISION TO END CANCER AS WE KNOW IT, FOR EVERYONE. WE ARE IMPROVING THE LIVES OF PEOPLE WITH CANCER AND THEIR FAMILIES AS THE ONLY ORGANIZATION COMBATING CANCER THROUGH ADVOCACY, RESEARCH, AND PATIENT SUPPORT, TO ENSURE THAT EVERYONE HAS AN OPPORTUNITY TO PREVENT, DETECT, TREAT, AND SURVIVE CANCER. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Literacy for Life Williamsburg, VA | A | $17,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEETS ITS MISSION: LITERACY FOR LIFE EMPOWERS ADULTS BY BUILDING FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS FOR SUCCESS IN LIFE AND WORK. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Forkids Inc Norfolk, VA | A | $16,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) MEET ITS MISSION: BREAKING THE CYCLE OF HOMELESSNESS AND POVERTY FOR FAMILIES & CHILDREN. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Peninsula Agency On Aging Newport News, VA | A | $16,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: PENINSULA AGENCY ON AGING (PAA) IS DEDICATED TO ENHANCING THE WELL-BEING AND LIVABILITY OF THE COMMUNITY BY EMPOWERING OLDER ADULTS TO AGE GRACEFULLY IN THE HOME OF CHOICE. WORKING CLOSELY WITH OLDER ADULTS & FAMILY CAREGIVERS, PAA DELIVERS A RANGE OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES DESIGNED TO NURTURE AND SUSTAIN THIS INDEPENDENCE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Freekind Hampton, VA | A | $16,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: JOIN US IN OUR WORK TO EDUCATE OTHERS ABOUT HUMAN TRAFFICKING, PREVENT THE NEXT GENERATION FROM BEING EXPLOITED AND HELP RESTORE A SENSE OF HOPE AND BELONGING TO THOSE ON THEIR JOURNEY TO FREEDOM. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | The Gloucester Mathews Care Clinic Gloucester, VA | A | $16,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST A VARIETY OF LOCAL 501(C)(3) HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDING HEALTHCARE SERVICES TO ADULTS AND CHILDREN, PREVENT HIGH RISK PREGNANCIES AND CARE FOR PREMATURE INFANTS, PROVIDE VETERAN'S ASSISTANCE, AND PROVIDE ADULT AND CHILD HOSPICE SERVICES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Center for Sexual Assault Survivors Newport News, VA | A | $16,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) HOUSING AND HUMAN SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROVIDE FOOD, ASSIST WITH ELDERLY CARE AND MEALS, ADDRESS HOMELESS HOUSING INITIATIVES, PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO VETERANS, PROVIDE ASSISTANCE AND SHELTER TO BATTERED WOMEN AND ABUSED WOMEN, AND PROVIDE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR AT-RISK CHILDREN. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Lgbt Life Center Norfolk, VA | A | $15,563 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: LGBT LIFE CENTER IS A TRUSTED LEADER THAT STRENGTHENS THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITIES AND ALL INDIVIDUALS LIVING WITH HIV THROUGH IMPROVING HEALTH AND WELLNESS, SUPPORTING FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY, AND PROVIDING TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Tidewater Friends of Foster Care Inc Norfolk, VA | A | $15,525 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO LOCAL 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION TO HELP MEET ITS MISSION: THROUGH COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP, TIDEWATER FRIENDS OF FOSTER CARE WORKS TO RAISE PUBLIC AWARENESS OF THE NEEDS OF YOUTH IN FOSTER CARE, AS WELL AS PROVIDE RESOURCES TO ENSURE THAT THEIR TIME IN CARE PROVIDES FOSTER YOUTH WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO GROW AND THRIVE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | United Way of South Hampton Roads Norfolk, VA | A | $15,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: UWSHR'S MISSION IS TO BRING PEOPLE AND RESOURCES TOGETHER TO SOLVE PROBLEMS TOO BIG FOR ANYONE TO SOLVE ALONE. ADDITIONALLY, THE FOLLOWING ENTITIES ARE WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES OF UWSHR. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Habitat for Humanity of South Hampton Rds Norfolk, VA | A | $15,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: TO CREATE HOUSING SOLUTIONS THAT STRENGTHEN FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES IN SOUTH HAMPTON ROADS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Commonwealth of Catholic Charities Richmond, VA | A | $15,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: SINCE 1923, COMMONWEALTH CATHOLIC CHARITIES HAS PROVIDED LIFE-CHANGING HUMAN SERVICES TO VULNERABLE INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES THROUGHOUT THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA. CCC OFFERS QUALITY AND COMPASSIONATE HUMAN SERVICES TO ALL PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY THE MOST VULNERABLE, REGARDLESS OF FAITH. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | YWCA South Hampton Roads Portsmouth, VA | A | $15,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: DEDICATED TO ELIMINATING RACISM AND EMPOWERING WOMEN | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Housing Development Corp of Hampton Roads Newport News, VA | A | $15,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) MEET ITS MISSION: A GROUP OF VOLUNTEERS BEGAN THE WORK OF ACQUIRING AND REHABBING HOUSES AND APARTMENT BUILDINGS. THEY CONTINUE TO CONTRIBUTE THEIR TIME, TALENTS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE TO BENEFIT OUR CLIENTS. IN ADDITION, THE COMMITMENT TO CREATING PERMANENT HOMES ENCOMPASSES PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CONNECTIONS, BRINGING MORE PEOPLE TO THIS WORTHWHILE UNDERTAKING. OUR TEAM SHARES THEIR EXPERIENCE ABOUT HOW HDCOFHR IMPROVES THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF OUR RECIPIENTS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Virginia Virginia Beach, VA | A | $15,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) HOUSING AND HUMAN SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROVIDE FOOD, ASSIST WITH ELDERLY CARE AND MEALS, ADDRESS HOMELESS HOUSING INITIATIVES, PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO VETERANS, PROVIDE ASSISTANCE AND SHELTER TO BATTERED WOMEN AND ABUSED WOMEN, AND PROVIDE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR AT-RISK CHILDREN. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia Norfolk, VA | A | $15,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) MEET ITS MISSION: LEADING THE EFFORT TO ELIMINATE HUNGER IN OUR COMMUNITY. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Children's Assistive Technology Service Union Hall, VA | A | $15,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST A LOCAL 501(C)(3) MEET ITS MISSION: CHILDREN'S ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SERVICE (C.A.T.S.) PROVIDES FOR THE RE-USE OF PEDIATRIC REHABILITATION EQUIPMENT AND ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY DEVICES IN VIRGINIA. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Fear 2 Freedom Newport News, VA | A | $15,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: ROSEMARY TRIBLE, FOUNDER OF FEAR 2 FREEDOM, HAS DEDICATED HER LIFE TO INSPIRING SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT TO OVERCOME FEAR AND CHALLENGING COLLEGE STUDENTS TO CHANGE THE WORLD BY SERVING OTHERS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Versability Resources Hampton, VA | A | $15,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST 501(C)(3) MEET ITS MISSION: VERSABILITY RESOURCES IS A LEADING PROVIDER OF COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES OF ALL AGES. WE ARE A NONPROFIT HEADQUARTERED IN HAMPTON, VIRGINIA, SERVING MORE THAN 1,500 PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES ANNUALLY IN THE HAMPTON ROADS REGION, THE 10 COUNTIES ON THE MIDDLE PENINSULA AND BEYOND. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Boys and Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula Inc Newport News, VA | A | $13,709 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: TO INSPIRE AND ENABLE ALL YOUNG PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY THOSE WHO NEED US MOST, TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS PRODUCTIVE, CARING, AND RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Virginia Supportive Housing Richmond, VA | A | $12,500 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO HELP SUPPORT ITS MISSION: VIRGINIA SUPPORTIVE HOUSING'S (VSH) MISSION IS TO END HOMELESSNESS BY PROVIDING PERMANENT HOUSING AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES. FOUNDED IN 1988, VSH WAS THE FIRST NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION IN VIRGINIA TO DEVELOP AND PROVIDE PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING FOR HOMELESS SINGLE ADULTS. SINCE THEN, VSH CONTINUES ITS TRADITION OF MAKING HOMELESSNESS HISTORY. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Roc Solid Foundation Chesapeake, VA | A | $12,500 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST A VARIETY OF LOCAL 501(C)(3) HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDING HEALTHCARE SERVICES INCLUDING DISEASE TREATMENT & PREVENTION, DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES, CHILDRENS HEALTH SERVICES, GENERAL & REHABILITATIVE CARE, ELDERLY CARE, LONG-TERM CARE & HOSPICE, AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Eliza Hope Foundation Virginia Beach, VA | A | $12,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST A LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: THE ELIZA HOPE FOUNDATION AND THERAPY CENTER IS A PLACE FOR CHILDREN WITH AN AUTISM DIAGNOSIS TO RECEIVEALL OF THEIR THERAPEUTIC NEEDS IN ONE UNIQUE PLACE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Link of Hampton Roads Newport News, VA | A | $11,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: LINK IS A NONPROFIT VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION THAT EXISTS TO HELP PEOPLE HELP THEMSELVES THROUGH EDUCATION, DIRECT SERVICES, ADVOCACY, AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Edmarc Inc Portsmouth, VA | A | $11,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: THE MISSION OF EDMARC IS TO EASE THE TRAUMA OF A CHILD'S ILLNESS OR DEATH, AND TO REDUCE THE DISABLING EFFECTS OF PEDIATRIC ILLNESS, LOSS AND BEREAVEMENT ON FAMILIES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | The Union Mission Norfolk, VA | A | $11,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: TO AID THE POOR AND NEEDY; TO REFORM THE ERRING; TO HELP THOSE THAT ARE OUT OF THE WAY; TO FEED THE HUNGRY; TO SHELTER THE HOMELESS; TO PREACH THE GOSPEL; AND TO RESCUE THE PERISHING. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Virginia Peninsula Foodbank Hampton, VA | A | $11,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: THE MISSION OF VIRGINIA PENINSULA FOODBANK IS TO DISTRIBUTE FOOD EFFECTIVELY THROUGH COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS THAT MINIMIZE HUNGER, PROMOTE NUTRITION AND ENCOURAGE SELF-RELIANCE THROUGH EDUCATION. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Housing Partnerships Inc Williamsburg, VA | A | $11,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SUBSTANDARD HOUSING IN THE CITY OF WILLIAMSBURG, JAMES CITY COUNTY, AND YORK COUNTY. OUR UNIQUE STRENGTH IS THE FORMATION OF TRUE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN COMMUNITIES, VOLUNTEERS, AND OUR NEIGHBORS TO ACHIEVE THE GOAL OF SAFE, WARM, AND DRY HOUSING. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Faith Recovery Newport News, VA | A | $11,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) MEET ITS MISSION: REBUILD CHARACTER, RESTORE HOPE AND ESTABLISH PURPOSE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Center for Child and Family Services Inc Hampton, VA | A | $11,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: CENTER FOR CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES BEGAN IN LATE 1943 IN RESPONSE TO THE WARTIME NEED FOR PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING SERVICES FOR DISRUPTED FAMILIES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Colonial Virginia Council Newport News, VA | A | $11,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: THE COLONIAL VIRGINIA COUNCIL, BSA IS THE LARGEST YOUTH (BOYS AND GIRLS) ORGANIZATION ON THE PENINSULA AND IN THE SOUTHSIDE OF VIRGINIA. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Hampton Baptist Church Same Program Hampton, VA | A | $11,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: SO ALL MAY EAT (SAME) CREATES AN INTERFAITH COMMUNITY BY ADDRESSING NUTRITIONAL AND PHYSICAL NEEDS WITH OUR NEIGHBORS WHO ARE WITHOUT HOMES OR ARE LIVING IN POVERTY SO WE MIGHT TOGETHER EXPERIENCE THE FULLNESS OF GOD'S LOVE AND GRACE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Habitat for Humanity Peninsula & Greater Williamsburg Newport News, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: SEEKING TO PUT GOD'S LOVE INTO ACTION, HABITAT FOR HUMANITY BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER TO BUILD HOMES, COMMUNITIES AND HOPE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Ronald Mcdonald House Charities of Norflk Norfolk, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST A VARIETY OF LOCAL 501(C)(3) HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDING HEALTHCARE SERVICES TO ADULTS AND CHILDREN, PREVENT HIGH RISK PREGNANCIES AND CARE FOR PREMATURE INFANTS, PROVIDE VETERAN'S ASSISTANCE, AND PROVIDE ADULT AND CHILD HOSPICE SERVICES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Hope House Norfolk, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: HOPE HOUSE FOUNDATION, WE BELIEVE NEIGHBORHOODS AND COMMUNITIES ARE ENRICHED WHEN EVERYONE IN THEM PARTICIPATES TO THE FULLEST EXTENT POSSIBLE. AND THAT INCLUDES PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES. WE BELIEVE THAT CITIZENSHIP SHOULD NOT BE LIMITED BY THE ATTAINMENT OF CERTAIN SKILLS, BUT IS A RIGHT THAT BELONGS TO US ALL. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Bon Secours Hampton Roads Foundations Norfolk, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) MEET ITS MISSION: THE BON SECOURS MERCY HEALTH FOUNDATION COORDINATES CHARITABLE GIVING FOR ALL HOSPITALS, FACILITIES, PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OPERATED BY BON SECOURS MERCY HEALTH. AS A NON-PROFIT HEALTH CARE MINISTRY, WE DEPEND ON GENEROUS DONORS LIKE YOU TO KEEP PROVIDING THE BEST HEALTH CARE IN EVERY COMMUNITY WE SERVE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | American Diabetes Association Alexandria, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST TO ASSIST NON PROFIT MEET ITS MISSION: WE AIM TO BE THE GLOBAL LEADER, TRUSTED SOURCE, PREFERRED PARTNER, AND A CONNECTED COMMUNITY UNITED TO PREVENT AND CURE DIABETES WHILE IMPROVING THE LIVES OF ALL PEOPLE AFFECTED BY IT. WE FOCUS ON TACKLING THE MOST CRITICAL CHALLENGES IN DIABETES CARE AND PREVENTION, INCLUDING IMPROVING DIABETES MANAGEMENT, ADDRESSING OBESITY, TRANSFORMING FOOD & NUTRITION, AND ENHANCING PRIMARY & COLLABORATIVE CARE TO DRIVE MEANINGFUL, LASTING IMPACT. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Seton Youth Shelters Virginia Beach, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: SETON YOUTH SERVICES SHALL PROVIDE A SAFE HAVEN, COUNSELING AND OUTREACH SERVICES, 24 HOURS PER DAY WITHOUT CHARGE, TO ASSIST YOUTH IN CRISIS THROUGHOUT HAMPTON ROADS, WITH THE GOAL OF REUNITING FAMILIES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Reach Inc (reading Enriches All Children) Norfolk, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO LOCAL 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE THE UNDERSTANDING OF FINANCIAL LITERACY IN THE COMMUNITY. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Wesley Community Service Center Inc Portsmouth, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: WESLEY COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER'S MISSION IS TO OPERATE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AIMED AT EMPOWERING THE POWERLESS AND POOR IN PORTSMOUTH'S SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITIES THROUGH CHRISTIAN BASED SERVICES WHICH IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Samaritan House Inc Virginia Beach, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO HELP NON PROFIT MEET ITS MISSION: SINCE 1984, SAMARITAN HOUSE HAS HELPED INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES FREE THEMSELVES FROM DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, HUMAN TRAFFICKING, SEXUAL ASSAULT, AND HOMELESSNESS IN HAMPTON ROADS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Greater Hampton Roads Diaper Bank Chesapeake, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: THE GREATER HAMPTON ROADS DIAPER BANK IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT WAS CREATED TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY SUPPLIES OF DIAPERS TO THOSE IN NEED. WE WORK WITH 45 FAITH-BASED AND SOCIAL SERVICES ORGANIZATIONS THROUGHOUT HAMPTON ROADS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Gloucester United Emergency Shelter Team Gloucester, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: THE MISSION OF G.U.E.S.T. (GLOUCESTER UNITED EMERGENCY SHELTER TEAM) IS TO RESPECT THE DIVINE HUMANITY OF ALL PEOPLE BY PROVIDING FOR THE NEED OF BASIC HOUSING. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Mercy Medical Angels Virginia Beach, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: REMOVING THE BARRIER TO MEDICAL CARE WITH TRANSPORTATION ON THE GROUND AND IN THE AIR. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Make a Wish Greater Virginia Richmond, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: MAKE-A-WISH SHINES A LIGHT OF HOPE FOR CHILDREN FIGHTING CRITICAL ILLNESSES WHEN THEY NEED IT MOST. TOGETHER, WE CREATE LIFE-CHANGING WISHES FOR CHILDREN WITH CRITICAL ILLNESSES DURING THEIR DARKEST DAYS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | St Marys Home for Disabled Children Inc Norfolk, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE QUALITY, PERSONALIZED CARE FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH COMPLEX MEDICAL AND BEHAVIORAL NEEDS SO THEY CAN ACHIEVE THEIR FULLEST POTENTIAL. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Families of Autistic Children Tidewater Virginia Beach, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST A LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEETS ITS MISSION: THE MISSION OF FAMILIES OF AUTISM COMING TOGETHER (FACT) IS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM AND THEIR FAMILIES. FACT PROUDLY PROVIDES RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO ENHANCE THE SOCIALIZATION AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS OF INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM. FACT OFFERS ACTIVITIES THAT ARE ADAPTABLE FOR ANY ABILITY LEVEL OR AGE. OUR PROGRAMS ARE LED BY KNOWLEDGEABLE, EXPERIENCED STAFF AND AUGMENTED BY THE PARTICIPATION OF NON-DISABLED PEERS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Williamsburg Area Meals On Wheels Inc Williamsburg, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEETS ITS MISSION: WILLIAMSBURG AREA MEALS ON WHEELS WAS FORMED IN 1974 TO FIGHT HUNGER AND TO SERVE THE GROWING NEEDS OF OUR COMMUNITY. DELIVERING AND PREPARING HOT, NUTRITIOUS MEALS DAILY TO VULNERABLE ADULTS AND FAMILIES IN THE WILLIAMSBURG AREA IS AT OUR ORGANIZATION'S CORE, HOWEVER IT IS SO MUCH MORE THAN THAT. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Safe House Project Virginia Beach, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT ITS MISSION: SAFE HOUSE PROJECT HOLDS THE AUDACIOUS BELIEF THAT ERADICATION OF CHILD TRAFFICKING IS POSSIBLE THROUGH THE POWER OF UNITY, COMPASSION, AND COLLECTIVE ACTION. OUR MISSION IS TO INCREASE SURVIVOR IDENTIFICATION BEYOND ONE PERCENT THROUGH EDUCATION, PROVIDE EMERGENCY SERVICES AND PLACEMENT TO ALL SURVIVORS, AND ENSURE EVERY SURVIVOR CAN ACCESS QUALITY, SAFE HOUSING AND HOLISTIC CARE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Communities in Schools of Hampton Roads Norfolk, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO LOCAL 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE THE UNDERSTANDING OF FINANCIAL LITERACY IN THE COMMUNITY. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Places & Programs Children's Harbor Norfolk, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: BY PROVIDING PLACES AND PROGRAMS, CHILDREN'S HARBOR IS THE MODEL FOR COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES FOR CHILDREN. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | The Genieve Shelter Suffolk, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: THE GENIEVE SHELTER STRIVES TO PROVIDE A SAFE REFUGE AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR THE VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, STALKING, AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING; IT PROVIDES INFORMATION, EDUCATION, AND TRAINING SERVICES THAT FOCUS ON ENDING THE CYCLE OF VIOLENCE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Survivor Ventures Inc Norfolk, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: PROVIDING SURVIVORS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND COMMERCIAL SEXUAL EXPLOITATION WITH THE SUPPORT AND RESOURCES NEEDED TO ATTAIN ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | An Achievable Dream Inc Newport News, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO LOCAL 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION TO MEET ITS MISSION: AN ACHIEVABLE DREAM (AAD) IS A NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED K12 PROGRAM DEDICATED TO THE BELIEF THAT ALL CHILDREN CAN LEARN AND SUCCEED REGARDLESS OF THEIR SOCIOECONOMIC BACKGROUND. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Starbase Victory Inc Portsmouth, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT ITS MISSION: STARBASE VICTORY IS A 501(C)3 NONPROFIT FUNDED THROUGH A UNIQUE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS (PPS) AND THE COMMUNITY. OUR STUDENTS, EVERY 4TH, 5TH, 6TH GRADER, HAVE OPPORTUNITIES TO BE ENGAGED IN STEM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATH) TO LEARN AND PREPARE FOR A BETTER FUTURE! OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE INNOVATIVE AND EXPERIENTIAL STEM LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL STUDENTS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Peninsula Metropolitan YMCA Newport News, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO LOCAL 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE WITH LEGAL ADVOCACY FOR MINORS, AND ASSISTANCE IN TIMES OF NATURAL DISASTERS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Menchville House Ministries Inc Newport News, VA | A | $10,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: TO HELP HOMELESS FAMILIES RETURN TO SELF-SUFFICIENCY BY PROVIDING A TEMPORARY HOME AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES. MENCHVILLE HOUSE IS A FORTY SIX-BED FACILITY EMERGENCY HOUSING FACILITY FOR HOMELESS FAMILIES, LOCATED IN THE DENBIGH AREA OF NEWPORT NEWS ON WARWICK BLVD. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Community of Faith Mission Inc Williamsburg, VA | A | $9,500 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: COFM IS A FAITH-BASED EMERGENCY SHELTER PROGRAM THAT SERVES THOSE EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS IN THE GREATER WILLIAMSBURG COMMUNITY DURING THE COLDEST MONTHS OF THE YEAR. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Bacon Street Youth and Family Services Williamsburg, VA | A | $9,354 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: BACON STREET YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES CREATES HEALTHIER FAMILIES AND MORE RESILIENT YOUTH THROUGH EVIDENCE-BASED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES FOR ADOLESCENTS, YOUNG ADULTS, AND THEIR FAMILIES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Natasha House Inc Yorktown, VA | A | $8,709 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT ITS MISSION: WE FULFILL OUR MISSION BY PROVIDING TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE, SAFETY, SECURITY, A HOME ATMOSPHERE, AND UNCONDITIONAL SUPPORT THROUGH IN-HOUSE AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS FOR EMOTIONAL WHOLENESS, FINANCIAL LITERACY, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND LESSONS, AND RESTORATIVE HEALING TO REACH SUCCESSFUL INDEPENDENCE. WE EQUIP WOMEN WITH THE CAREER & LIFE SKILLS TO BREAK THEIR OWN HOMELESS CYCLE AND ACHIEVE AND MAINTAIN SELF-SUFFICIENCY THROUGH 5 MAIN PROGRAMS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | The Compassion Advocacy Network Norfolk, VA | A | $8,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: OUR MISSION IS TO TEACH THE WORLD HOW TO LOVE THROUGH SIMPLE ACTS OF KINDNESS BY PUTTING COMPASSION INTO ACTION. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | The Legacy of Hope Foundation Newport News, VA | A | $7,500 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: PROVIDING MILES OF SMILES BY HELPING TO ALLEVIATE POVERTY, HUNGER AND INSUFFICIENCIES | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | The Doorways Richmond, VA | A | $7,500 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: EXPERIENCING A MEDICAL CRISIS IS HARD ENOUGH. DEALING WITH IT AWAY FROM HOME CAN MAKE IT EVEN HARDER. THAT'S WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Raegan Sharnae Way Chesapeake, VA | A | $7,500 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: TO INCREASE HEALTH AWARENESS AND WELLNESS OF FAMILIES IN DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES, THROUGH EDUCATING FAMILIES ON HOW TO LIVE A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Child Development Resources Inc Williamsburg, VA | A | $7,500 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: CHILD DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES, INC. (CDR) IS A 501 (C)(3) PUBLIC CHARITY THAT STRIVES TO INSPIRE AND EMPOWER CHILDREN, FAMILIES, AND EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONALS TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL, WHATEVER THEIR CHALLENGES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Enduring Keys Inc Newport News, VA | A | $7,500 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: ENDIURING KEYS, INC IS A 501C3 NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT WAS CREATED TO HARNESS THE POWER AND POTENTIAL OF YOUTH TO GALVANIZE A COMMUNITY. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Armed Services YMCA of Hampton Roads Virginia Beach, VA | A | $7,500 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) MEET ITS MISSION: THE ARMED SERVICES YMCA ENHANCES THE LIVES OF MILITARY MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN SPIRIT, MIND, AND BODY THROUGH PROGRAMS RELEVANT TO THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES OF MILITARY LIFE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Rural Housing Partnership Inc Hayes, VA | A | $7,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: RURAL HOUSING PARTNERSHIP'S MISSION IS TO HELP 62+ AGED LOW-INCOME HOMEOWNERS LIVE SAFELY IN THEIR HOMES. WE HAVE EXPANDED OUR MISSION TO INCLUDE HOME REPAIR FOR ELIGIBLE CLIENTS IN GLOUCESTER AND KING AND QUEEN COUNTIES. OUR HOME REPAIRS INCLUDE ROOFING, HVAC, PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, HANDICAPPED BATHROOM CONVERSIONS AND HANDICAPPED ACCESS RAMPS. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Alternatives Inc Hampton, VA | A | $7,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) HOUSING AND HUMAN SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROVIDE FOOD, ASSIST WITH ELDERLY CARE AND MEALS, ADDRESS HOMELESS HOUSING INITIATIVES, PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO VETERANS, PROVIDE ASSISTANCE AND SHELTER TO BATTERED WOMEN AND ABUSED WOMEN, AND PROVIDE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR AT-RISK CHILDREN. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Western Tidewater Free Clinic Suffolk, VA | A | $6,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: THE MISSION OF WESTERN TIDEWATER FREE CLINIC IS TO PROVIDE HIGH-QUALITY, NON-EMERGENCY HEALTH CARE TO THE RESIDENTS OF WESTERN TIDEWATER WHO CANNOT OTHERWISE AFFORD IT. WESTERN TIDEWATER FREE CLINIC MAINTAINS A 501(C)3 NON-PROFIT STATUS AND GIFTS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE TO THE FULL EXTENT OF THE LAW. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Black Brand Norfolk, VA | A | $6,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: BLACK BRAND WILL HELP OUR MEMBERS BUILD SCALABLE BUSINESSES THAT EMPLOY QUALIFIED STAFF AND LEVERAGE TOMORROW'S TECHNOLOGY; ADVANCE OUR PARTNER'S MISSIONS BY BUILDING VALUABLE CONNECTIONS; AND ANCHOR OUR FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY IN STRONG VALUES WHILE COMPETING ON A GLOBAL LEVEL. WE ARE INTENT ON CREATING A NEW NARRATIVE FOR OUR BUSINESSES AND FAMILIES WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT NO ONE CARES FOR OUR PEOPLE LIKE WE DO! | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | The Degood Foundation Newport News, VA | A | $6,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST 501(C)(3) MEET ITS MISSION: THE DEGOOD FOUNDATION IS THE HOME OF DOLLY PARTON'S IMAGINATION LIBRARY IN HAMPTON ROADS. BY PROVIDING FREE, HIGH-QUALITY, AGE-APPROPRIATE BOOKS TO CHILDREN EACH MONTH, WE INSPIRE A LOVE OF BOOKS, READING, AND LEARNING THAT WILL LAY THE FOUNDATION FOR LITERACY AND LEARNING FOR YEARS TO COME. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | The Salvation Army Virginia Peninsula Hampton, VA | A | $6,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: THE SALVATION ARMY, AN INTERNATIONAL MOVEMENT, IS AN EVANGELICAL PART OF THE UNIVERSAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH. ITS MESSAGE IS BASED ON THE BIBLE. ITS MINISTRY IS MOTIVATED BY THE LOVE OF GOD. ITS MISSION IS TO PREACH THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST AND TO MEET HUMAN NEEDS IN HIS NAME WITHOUT DISCRIMINATION. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Children's Health Investment Program Inc Chesapeake, VA | A | $6,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: CHIP CREATES BRIGHT FUTURES FOR CHILDREN, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Norfolk State University Foundation Inc Norfolk, VA | A | $6,854 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO SPPORT ITS MISSION: THE NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION, INC. IS A NON-PROFIT FUNDRAISING CORPORATION ESTABLISHED TO SUPPORT QUALITY EDUCATION AND TO GENERATE PRIVATE FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE UNIVERSITY. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Junior Achievement of Greater Hampton Roads Virginia Beach, VA | A | $6,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: AT JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT WE BELIEVE IN "POSSIBLE." EACH DAY, WE WORK TO HELP YOUNG PEOPLE DISCOVER WHAT'S POSSIBLE IN THEIR LIVES. WE DO THIS BY HELPING THEM CONNECT WHAT THEY LEARN IN SCHOOL WITH LIFE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM. WE LET THEM KNOW IT'S POSSIBLE TO INVEST IN THEIR FUTURE, TO GAIN A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF HOW THE WORLD WORKS, AND TO PURSUE THEIR DREAMS. WE SHOW THEM THAT IT'S POSSIBLE FOR TOMORROW TO BE A BETTER DAY. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast Chesapeake, VA | A | $6,000 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST TO ASSIST NON PROFIT MEET ITS MISSION: GIRL SCOUTS CREATE THE WORLD THEY WANT TO LIVE IN AND STRIVE TO MAKE IT BETTER EVERY SINGLE DAY. THEY EXPLORE THEIR STRENGTHS, TAKE ON NEW CHALLENGES, AND CAN ALWAYS BE THEMSELVES, REGARDLESS OF BACKGROUND OR ABILITY. SUPPORTED BY ADULT VOLUNTEERS AND MENTORS RIGHT HERE IN OUR COMMUNITY, AS WELL AS MILLIONS OF ALUMS AROUND THE GLOBE, GIRL SCOUTS LEAD THE WAY AS THEY DISCOVER WHO THEY ARE AND HOW THEY CAN MAKE THE FUTURE A BRIGHTER PLACE. | 202531349349300048 |
| 2024 | Care Net Peninsula Newport News, VA | A | $5,563 | paid | CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO ASSIST LOCAL 501(C)(3) TO MEET ITS MISSION: THE CNP FAMILY IS A TEAM OF PASSIONATE STAFF, VOLUNTEERS, AND DONORS DEDICATED TO SERVING MOMS AND SAVING | 202531349349300048 |
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