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On May 6, Hampton Roads residents can participate in Give Local 757 Day, a fundraising event supporting over 200 local nonprofits. This initiative aims to enhance lives across the region by providing essential resources. Organizations like Menchville House Ministries and Community Knights are among those seeking funds to support their crucial services, including emergency housing and job opportunities for students with disabilities. By donating online at givelocal757.org, individuals can contribute to the local community’s welfare.
Hampton Roads – On Tuesday, May 6, residents of Hampton Roads will have the opportunity to make a significant impact during Give Local 757 Day, a 24-hour fundraising event aimed at supporting over 200 local nonprofits. This initiative is designed to enhance the lives of individuals and families throughout the region by providing necessary resources and services.
The event has garnered attention both for its ambitious goals and the diverse range of organizations it seeks to assist. Among the participating nonprofits are the Menchville House Ministries and Community Knights, both of which address critical community needs.
Menchville House Ministries is focused on providing temporary emergency housing for homeless families in the Denbigh area of Newport News. The organization is seeking to raise $20,000 during Give Local 757 Day, which will contribute to their services that include education and employment assistance, case management, healthcare support, and financial literacy programs. This year, Menchville House has expanded its capacity to offer over 60 beds, thanks to support from the City of Newport News.
The stories of individuals served by Menchville House highlight the urgency of its mission. Aisia Bell, a former client who moved to the area from New Jersey, credits the organization with saving her and her three children from becoming homeless. This testimony underscores the critical role Menchville House plays in helping families regain stability and self-sufficiency.
Community Knights operates with a focus on high school students with disabilities, providing them with employment opportunities and the necessary support to enter the workforce. Their goal for Give Local 757 Day is to raise $10,000 to fund transportation for students participating in internships, as 98% of these students need reliable travel arrangements to and from work. Each transportation trip costs approximately $25, and a six-week internship can total around $1,500 solely in transport costs.
The importance of one-on-one support offered by Community Knights is pivotal in ensuring that students with disabilities receive essential workplace accommodations. For example, former client Chris Frederick successfully transitioned into a role as a mechanic after going through the Community Knights’ READY program, highlighting the effectiveness of such support in fostering employment opportunities for marginalized youth.
Individuals interested in supporting these and other local nonprofits can make donations online at givelocal757.org. This platform enables residents to directly contribute to a wide array of organizations dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Hampton Roads.
Give Local 757 Day serves as a reminder of the collective power of community involvement and charitable giving. By participating in this event, residents of Hampton Roads can help ensure that vital services remain available and that local nonprofits can continue their essential work in the region.
As the clock counts down to May 6, the emphasis on community support and the potential for positive change grow ever stronger, inviting all to take part in a movement that uplifts those in need.
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Additional Resources
- Menchville House Ministries – 13 News Now
- Give Local 757 Launch – Daily Press
- Annual Giving Day – WTKR
- Wikipedia: Nonprofit Organization
- Community Knights – 13 News Now
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Nonprofit Organization
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