For more than 30 years, city, faith, and non-profit organizations have been committed to ending homelessness in Virginia Beach. Our ability to continue our work and impact the lives of people in need thrives on the generosity and dedication of many caring individuals who want to help.
You, too, can support this community-wide effort, by making a contribution, donating needed items, sharing your talents and time, spreading the word, or by joining our partnership.
We have a diverse network of partners that provide support services for people experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis. Find a cause that speaks to you and learn how to get involved by clicking on the heading for each category. For more information, please contact the organizations directly.
How to Help
Below is a list of our community partners that accept charitable donations. Monetary donations support an organization's mission and allows them to meet the specific needs of their clients.
* Organization is not a 501c3.
- Eggleston helps individuals with disabilities gain independence, confidence and increased feelings of self-worth through on-the-job training and stable, rewarding work opportunities.
Faith in Action Fund (through Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia)
- The Faith in Action Fund provides emergency relief to assist with needs above and beyond what the faith community and nonprofits in Virginia Beach are able to provide. The fund is made possible because of charitable donations from community members. Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia, a 501(c)3 organization, administers the funds at the direction of the Faith in Action committee. Donations are tax deductible when “Faith in Action” is written in the memo line of donated checks. Donations can be mailed to: Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia, 1132 Pickett Road, Norfolk, VA 23502.
- Breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty for families and children
Judeo-Christian Outreach Center (JCOC)
- JCOC's mission is to empower homeless families, individuals, and veterans to recover from crisis situations and return to being self-supporting, productive, and independent members of our community.
- LGBT Life Center is a trusted leader that empowers the LGBTQ communities and all people affected by HIV through improving health and wellness, strengthening families and communities, and providing transformative education and advocacy.
- The mission of the LIFT Fitness Foundation is to create a foundation of wellness to empower individuals in need.
- PiN Ministry exists to provide food, clothing, shelter, and free medical care for people that are either homeless or extremely poor in Virginia Beach.
- The mission of Samaritan House is to foster personal safety, growth and self-sufficiency in adults and their children through freedom from sexual and domestic violence, human trafficking, and homelessness.
- 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.
- StandUp for Kids’ mission is to end the cycle of youth homelessness.
- SupportWork’s mission is to end homelessness by providing permanent housing and supportive services.
- Transforming individuals, families and communities through collaboration, cooperation and partnerships.
- The Planning Council affects real change and helps build stronger communities throughout parts of Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia.
- VB Home Now exists to support and enhance our community system of services, programs, and facilities to prevent and end homelessness.
Virginia Beach Community Development Corporation
- To assist the City of Virginia Beach to provide quality affordable housing opportunities to low and moderate income people.
Visit the links below to view wish lists and urgently needed items. Please note desired items can change based on current inventory and seasonality.
* Organization is not a 501c3.
BEACH Closet* (through Memorial United Methodist Church)
- 804 Gammon Road
- (757) 323-9467
- Breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty for families and children
Judeo-Christian Outreach Center (JCOC)
- Judeo-Christian Outreach Center's mission is to empower homeless families, individuals, and veterans to recover from crisis situations and return to being self-supporting, productive, and independent members of our community.
- The mission of Samaritan House is to foster personal safety, growth and self-sufficiency in adults and their children through freedom from sexual and domestic violence, human trafficking and homelessness.
- 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.
- StandUp for Kids’ mission is to end the cycle of youth homelessness.
Virginia Beach Housing Resource Center
- The Virginia Beach Housing Resource Center is a one-stop shop of services for families and individuals experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis. The integration of shelter, housing, health center, dining hall, supportive services and community resources in one facility makes it the first of its kind in South Hampton Roads. If your organization is interested in organizing a fundraising or in-kind donation drive, please contact Erin Walker to schedule and learn more about the current needs of our community system.
By volunteering your time and talents, organizations can expand their reach and increase the impact of their programs. Visit the links below to find available volunteer opportunities for each organization.
- Eggleston helps individuals with disabilities gain independence, confidence and increased feelings of self-worth through on-the-job training and stable, rewarding work opportunities.
- Breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty for families and children
The Gathering at Scott Memorial UMC
- Gathering with God to feed the body, mind, and spirit while being Christ’s hands and feet; loving and serving our local community.
- A limited number of volunteer opportunities are available to help supplement staff at the Housing Resource Center in the daily delivery of services to individuals and families experiencing a housing crisis. Volunteer positions include Housing Resource Center ambassadors, housing counselors, and program support. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age (or 16 years of age for a program support position, and pass a federal background check). Volunteers should be able to dedicate at least two days per week at the Housing Resource Center. Mandatory training sessions will be provided. For more information, contact Diane Hotaling at (757) 385-1278 or dhotalin@vbgov.com .
Judeo-Christian Outreach Center (JCOC)
- Judeo-Christian Outreach Center's mission is to empower homeless families, individuals, and veterans to recover from crisis situations and return to being self-supporting, productive, and independent members of our community.
- LGBT Life Center is a trusted leader that empowers the LGBTQ communities and all people affected by HIV through improving health and wellness, strengthening families and communities, and providing transformative education and advocacy.
- The mission of the LIFT Fitness Foundation is to create a foundation of wellness to empower individuals in need.
- PiN Ministry exists to provide food, clothing, shelter, and free medical care for people that are either homeless or extremely poor in Virginia Beach.
- The mission of Samaritan House is to foster personal safety, growth and self-sufficiency in adults and their children through freedom from sexual and domestic violence, human trafficking, and homelessness.
- 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.
- StandUp for Kids’ mission is to end the cycle of youth homelessness.
- SupportWork’s mission is to end homelessness by providing permanent housing and supportive services.
Virginia Beach Community Development Corporation
- To assist the City of Virginia Beach to provide quality affordable housing opportunities to low and moderate income people.
Give Help
Coordinate a Fundraising & In-Kind Donation Drive
If your organization is interested in organizing a fundraising or in-kind donation drive, please contact Erin Walker to schedule and learn more about the current needs of our community system.
ContactLandlord Opportunities
Landlords and property owners play a key role in ending homelessness by renting their units to families and individuals who are ready to move into permanent housing. Find out how partnering with homelessness programs can benefit you and make an impact in your community
Community Toolkit
Spreading the word about our community effort and providing information about key resources is incredibly helpful. Flyers, pocket-sized Get & Give Help cards, and a resource guide are available to share key resources in our community.
What Should I do If...
I know someone who is homeless and needs services? I see someone living on the streets? I’m asked for money or food? Get answers and suggestions to these and other frequently asked questions.
Join
Support our community effort to end homelessness by becoming a member of BEACH, on your own or with your organization. Learn how to join and other ways to get involved.