Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

After living in a tent last year, Tom joined our rapid rehousing program in December and has worked incredibly hard to regain independence. Thanks to his determination, he has secured a safe place to call home! Unfortunately, he lost all his belongings during his transition and now needs basic furniture and household items to turn his new room into a livable space. Your support would give Tom the "warm welcome" he deserves as he starts fresh with stability and hope.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Kendra has worked tirelessly to navigate the complex barriers to housing, and her dedication paid off after she secured an apartment this month! While her family is thrilled to finally have a roof over their heads, they are currently living in an empty space after losing their belongings during their period of homelessness. Kendra is now focused on creating a stable environment for her children and would be deeply grateful for assistance with furniture and household basics to help them truly settle in.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Denise joined our rapid rehousing program after enduring the profound challenges of chronic homelessness. She navigated life in abandoned buildings while working closely with her case manager, driven by a simple desire for stability. Through persistence and hard work, she was able to secure housing this month! To help her settle in, Denise would be grateful for assistance with a few move-in essentials: an air mattress, cookware, and cleaning supplies.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Rayne is a hardworking parent who has felt the impact of recent severe weather and closures, which reduced her work hours and strained her finances. She is working tirelessly to keep up with bills and avoid slipping further into a cycle of debt. Support with her electric bill will help this neighbor stay afloat and take an important step toward regaining financial stability.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

After more than 12 years of experiencing homelessness, Charles has secured housing and is beginning a new hopeful chapter. He is legally blind and has hearing impairments and is currently adjusting to life in a rooming house, where navigating the bathroom at night can be especially challenging. To support Charles during his transition, we are seeking help with essential supplies, including incontinence items such as bed pads, a mattress cover, and extra sheets. A small chair with arms for his room would also improve his stability while he relaxes and enjoys television. Your generosity will will help make Charles’s new housing the safe, comfortable home he’s been waiting for.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Jasmine has faced many challenges on her journey to stable housing. With the support of her Housing Stabilization Case Manager, she started the new year by signing a lease for an apartment. However, her family is also starting over after losing all of their belongings. She would greatly appreciate help with a microwave and a few household essentials to make her new home comfortable.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Aja joined our rapid rehousing program in July 2025 after facing multiple barriers that made securing an apartment difficult. Through persistence and hard work, and with support from her Housing Stabilization Case Manager, she successfully signed a lease for an apartment in November. While her family now has a place to call home, the apartment remains largely unfurnished since they lost their belongings during their experience with homelessness. Aja is working to build stability for her family and would greatly appreciate your assistance with furniture and basic household items to turn an empty apartment into a welcoming home.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Donnell Wright

Ms. Jenkins is navigating an incredibly challenging season, having faced the compounding trauma of a natural disaster and a year of housing instability. After the devastating loss of her home and voucher due to floodwaters, she is demonstrating remarkable resilience by seeking to reclaim her independence through a forklift certification program. Despite managing both physical and mental health challenges, her determination to regain control of her future is clear. Supporting her in this educational pursuit is not just about job training; it is about providing a stable foundation for a woman who has survived a series of overwhelming setbacks and is ready to rebuild.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

During the most recent severe weather event, Ms. Stroman, head of a household of five, experienced significant hardship due to limited resources. Several essential items in the home were not in suitable condition to withstand the extreme cold and icy temperatures. Ms. Stroman is seeking support to make small but critical repairs to her home to prevent further damage as additional challenging weather approaches. The household is also in need of basic food staples. With your support, this family can maintain food security and remain safe and warm in their home.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Ms. Bell is a deeply loving and devoted mother to four children and a caring grandmother to one grandchild who lives in her home. She is so often the one others turn to — the helper, the problem-solver, the steady source of support for her family and beyond. During this challenging time, Ms. Bell now finds herself in need of that same compassion. Any support to help cover her utility expenses would be a meaningful relief and a reminder that she does not have to carry everything alone.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Donnell Wright

Ms. Dicosta is a courageous survivor of domestic violence who is working tirelessly to turn the page toward a brighter, safer future. Her deepest motivation is her two-year-old child, and she is currently dedicated to meeting every milestone necessary to bring her little one back home. To ensure their household is a warm and stable environment for this long-awaited reunion, Ms. Dicosta is seeking community support to overcome the hurdle of her utility arrears. By lending a hand, we can help bridge the gap for this family, providing the essential security they need to heal and grow together.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Since enrolling in our rapid rehousing program in October 2025, Kyra has worked alongside her case manager to overcome the challenges that led to chronic homelessness. Since then, she has completed every step needed to secure housing for herself and her children. As Kyra begins this new chapter, she is doing so with very few household items. Support with essential furnishings and basics would help her rebuild a sense of stability and focus on creating a safe home for her family.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Joy has been part of our rapid rehousing program since November 2025 and recently overcame significant hurdles to sign a lease on her own apartment. After losing her belongings during her time experiencing homelessness, Joy is starting over and could use help with an air mattress and essential household items to make her new place into a home. Your support would mean so much to Joy as she settles in and begins this new chapter.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Donnell Wright

Ms. Traci’s courageous decision to pursue a career as a nurse’s aide while navigating disabilities and nearing retirement is a testament to her resilient spirit and heart for service. To support her journey toward stability, we can help her access specialized resources like Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services and the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), which provide the tuition assistance, adaptive equipment, and on-the-job training necessary to accommodate her unique needs. By focusing on roles in assisted living or home health that value her life wisdom over heavy physical labor, Ms. Traci can successfully bridge the gap to a fulfilling new chapter, proving that her experience is an invaluable asset to the healthcare community, and employment for stable housing.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Jane is currently experiencing housing instability with her three young children. She is a strong, determined mother who made the difficult decision to leave her home in order to protect her children from witnessing domestic violence. As a result of the sudden displacement, Jane and her children are temporarily staying between multiple family members’ homes. In the rush to leave safely, they were forced to leave behind many essential items. The family is in need of basic necessities such as food, hygiene products, bedding, and clothing. Access to these items would help restore a sense of dignity and comfort as they navigate this uncertain and challenging time.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Mr. Williams is that uncle—the one who immediately springs into fix-it mode for his family. But this time, he quickly realized that age, limited tools, and the responsibility of being a devoted father to three girls made it impossible for him to handle this challenge alone. Williams began his Monday staring at a puddle of antifreeze on the floor of his vehicle. With age and limited resources, he quickly realized he would need additional support to resolve the issue. The root of the problem is a failed heater core that must be replaced in order for him to safely get back on the road.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Since enrolling in our program in October 2025, Rob has been working tirelessly to overcome the challenges that led to chronic homelessness. He partnered closely with his case manager and, despite living in abandoned buildings along the way, completed every step needed to secure housing this month. As he begins this new chapter, he is starting with only the clothes on his back. Assistance with winter clothing would allow Rob to stay warm, regain a sense of stability, and focus on building a safe and sustainable future in his new home.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Sandra is a loving older adult who has long been the one others depend on. As the cost of living continues to rise and her work hours have been reduced, she is now facing the risk of losing the home she has worked so hard to maintain. Unable to work the long hours of her younger colleagues, Sandra has fallen behind on her rent and accrued additional fees. Immediate support is needed to help Sandra catch up on these costs and remain in the home she has called her own for over a year. Your help will provide stability and prevent displacement during this critical time.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Jovon is a sophomore at James Madison University, balancing full-time studies with part-time work as he pursues his goal of becoming a first-generation college graduate and future business owner. Despite the odds often placed on today’s youth, he remains committed to his success. He is also a powerful role model for his younger sister and brother, inspiring them to dream of college by showing what is possible. Your support helps shape not only his future, but the future of those he inspires and will one day uplift in return.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Zuri has faced many challenges on her journey to stable housing. With the support of her Housing Stabilization Case Manager, she started the new year by signing a lease for an apartment. However, her family is also starting over after losing all of their belongings. She needs help with a microwave and a few household essentials to make her new home comfortable. Zuri would be deeply grateful for your support as she continues on her path to stability.