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Representatives from Children’s Health Investment Program (CHIP) visited Collections Manager Alonda Suber, who led 22 volunteers during our Day of Service to revamp the reception area and bathroom at their administrative office.
Through grants and volunteering, Langley has sponsored the repair or replacement of six roofs this year.
Langley Federal Credit Union employees, friends and family members honored Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday by volunteering throughout the Hampton Roads community. A total of 213 volunteers worked a combined 1,214 hours to make a difference and honor Dr. King’s legacy.
Langley Federal Credit Union announces its 2019 combined giving efforts of the credit union and the Langley for Families Foundation is $1,085,000. These funds were invested back into the Hampton Roads community to 106 organizations that provide services ranging from healthcare, housing and human services, safety and security, and financial education.
In 2019, Langley for Families Foundation celebrated a
substantial increase in dollars donated - $662,563 to 81 organizations.
Nonprofit grantees provide valuable community services throughout Hampton Roads
– from Williamsburg and Gloucester to Suffolk and Virginia Beach.
On December 17, 2019, Habitat for Humanity celebrated ribbon cuttings for three new homes in Hampton, VA for deserving families just before the holiday season. Langley for Families was a proud supporter of The Harris Family, who purchased one of the new homes.
Edmarc Hospice for Children
Langley for Families Foundation has supported Edmarc Hospice for Children with donations totaling $11,500. Edmarc provides hospice and support services to families facing the trauma of a child's illness or death in the Hampton Roads area.
We visited Edmarc to learn more about the organization. Here are three families who shared their stories of what Edmarc means to them.
“At Menchville House we believe that everyone should have daily nutritious meals and a clean, comfortable and safe place to refocus as they strive to regain their independence. Langley for Families’ generous donation will help us further our mission of providing a temporary home to homeless families as they pursue their efforts to secure permanent housing.”
Sylvia JonesMenchville House Executive Director
“Literacy for Life improves lives by teaching adults the literacy skills required for self-sufficiency, better health, and meaningful participation in society. Langley for Families’ gift of $5,000 helps our learners find better jobs, earn their GEDs, actively participate in their children’s education and become more involved in our community.”
Joan PetersonLiteracy for Life Executive Director
“Regional emergency shelter is both one of our community's strongest needs and most limited resources. The generosity we've received from Langley for Families will not only help us provide emergency shelter to families with children who would otherwise sleep in cars or on streets, but will also help us fulfill our mission of breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty for families and children.”
Juanita DowdyDirector of Grants and Research - ForKids
“There is no better return on investment than in the early childhood years both in terms of human capital and social capital. We thank you for the financial support as these centers are a critical component in getting our children healthy and prepared for kindergarten so they have the opportunity to succeed in school and in life.”
Bruce MyersExecutive Director of Smart Beginnings Virginia Peninsula