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Your support changes lives in Hampton Roads
Ways to Support L.O.V.E.
Every form of support — financial, time, or in-kind — directly impacts the lives of young people in our community.
Donate
Financial contributions fund mentoring, workforce training, mental health services, and program operations.
Donate Now →Volunteer
Share your skills, time, and experience. Mentors, tutors, career coaches, and event volunteers are always needed.
Become a Volunteer →Mentor
Become a one-on-one mentor for a young person who needs guidance, support, and a trusted adult in their life.
Become a Mentor →In-Kind Gifts
Donate supplies, clothing, food, toys, or other items for community events and youth programs.
Learn More →Make a Financial Gift
L.O.V.E. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Your gift directly funds mentoring sessions, workforce training, mental health services, community events, and the operational costs of keeping our programs running. Every dollar goes toward building safer, stronger communities.
Community Toy Drive
Each year, L.O.V.E. organizes a community toy drive to bring joy to children in Hampton Roads. Volunteers sort, organize, and distribute thousands of toys to families in need.
Refer a Youth
Do you know a young person ages 13–24 who could benefit from mentoring, life coaching, or workforce training? L.O.V.E. accepts referrals from schools, families, community members, law enforcement, and social service agencies.
Referrals are confidential. We work with youth who are at risk of involvement in community violence, have limited economic opportunities, or simply need a trusted adult to help them navigate life's challenges.
Who We Serve
- Youth ages 13–24 in Hampton and Newport News
- Young people at risk of community violence involvement
- Youth recently released from juvenile detention
- Students at risk of dropping out of school
- Young people seeking workforce opportunities
For Funders & Grant Makers
L.O.V.E. actively seeks grant funding to expand our programs and reach more youth across Hampton Roads.
Current Funding Needs
- Violence Interrupter Program expansion
- Workforce certification scholarships
- Mental health services
- Staff salaries and training
- Community events and outreach
Program Outcomes We Track
- Number of youth served
- Conflicts mediated
- School attendance improvements
- Graduation rates
- Workforce certifications earned
Reporting & Accountability
- Annual 990 tax filing
- Program evaluation by Hampton University
- Quarterly progress reports
- Participant outcome tracking
- Financial transparency