Our programs

Support for where you are.
Opportunity for what’s next.

Explore education, reentry support, housing, and youth and family services across Norfolk and Hampton Roads. Find the program that fits your next step.

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Reentry & Recovery

Support for rebuilding life after incarceration and navigating recovery.

Second Chances Program

Support for life after incarceration.

A City of Norfolk program helping formerly incarcerated individuals rebuild their lives with dignity and support. Services address housing, employment, addiction, and family reunification.

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Relapse Prevention

Support for navigating recovery.

Support and intervention help participants manage addiction, recognize relapse triggers, and work toward preventing relapse.

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Education & Employment

Learning opportunities and practical skills for your next step.

Financial Education Empowerment Training

Practical financial knowledge for greater stability.

F.E.E.T. is a four-week program for people experiencing financial burdens, unemployment, or a desire to improve money management.

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GED/ABE & Adult Literacy

Build skills. Open new possibilities.

Free GED preparation and literacy tutoring help adults work toward their educational goals in a supportive, inclusive environment.

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Life Skills & Job Readiness

Preparation for life and work after incarceration.

Participants develop essential life and workforce skills to support a smoother transition beyond incarceration.

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Youth & Families

Connections that help young people, families, and students grow.

KIP Care (Kids of Incarcerated Parents)

Support children affected by incarceration with mentorship, care, and a safe space to grow.

KIP Care supports children with incarcerated parents through mentorship, emotional support, and family-focused programming—helping restore family bonds and break generational cycles of incarceration.

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Leaders of Tomorrow

Join us in shaping tomorrow’s change-makers. Whether you’re a parent, mentor, or supporter—your involvement makes a difference.

The Leaders of Tomorrow Camp & Mentoring Program supports middle school youth through a three-year journey of mentorship, goal-setting, community service, and educational experiences.

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I-Thrive Mentoring Program

Want to mentor? Support a program? Learn how to get involved.

I-Thrive helps male youth build self-worth, develop leadership skills, and plan for their future through supportive mentoring relationships.

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Grandparents in School

Bring experience and encouragement into the classroom.

Grandparents can participate by completing a volunteer form, attending orientation, and choosing times that fit their schedule.

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Supportive Housing

Housing and support for a more stable foundation.

Supportive Housing & Stanhope House

A foundation for stability and independence.

Garden of Hope provides permanent supportive housing for men and Stanhope House for women. The residences offer stability, accountability, and support for people reentering society.

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Let's Find Your Next Step

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