99forthe1
99forthe1 meets those in need where they already are — there is no need to come to us. With our unique mobile homeless ministry, we are able to lend a hand right where its needed most. A one stop shop to make those in need feel good again. They can walk in one door, shower, shave, get clean clothes, fill a bag with hygiene products for the week, get a meal and walk out the other door feeling good about themselves. We don’t want to give a hand out, but more of a hand up.http://99forthe1.com/
AidNow
AidNow exists to bring education, health, sanitation, and physical resources together to assist individuals in South Eastern Virginia, Nationally, and Globally. Basically, we are here to help. Everyone. Love is a universal language and it’s something that is in great demand in our current society. Through our projects and connections, our goal is to see all man-kind raised to a better standard of living, bonding with their community, and reaching out to others in need. http://www.aidnow.org/
Ascent Church
Welcome to Ascent Church! Whatever your age or life story, you are welcome! Our mission is simple: Rise to new life in Christ. We want every single person to know that they are loved, valued, and believed in. We cannot wait to meet you, hear your story, and be on this journey of faith together.https://www.ascentchurch.net/
Beach Fellowship
At Beach Fellowship, our love for God and others is at the heart of all we do. Beach Fellowship is a church where you can expect to feel comfortable and accepted, meet God and connect with authentic people.A church where we are learning to love God while we learn to love each other, so that we can love the world we live in.http://www.beachfellowship.com/
Branches of the Vine Community Church
Branches of the Vine Community Church is a non-denominational body of Christians who are seeking to bring glory to God by making disciples. Our church seeks to help people to EMBRACE God’s purpose for the lives, EMPOWER them to live for Jesus, and to EXPAND God’s kingdom by making disciples of Christ.http://bvcchampton.org
Bridge Church
Here at Bridge Church we believe in generosity and giving back to the people of our community. We think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. Encourage one another while walking path of Christ. We want to connect all to the power of God. Everyone is welcome and greeted with welcoming arms. People to the person, power, and purpose of Jesus.http://www.bridgechurch.tv
Bright Cross
Brightcross unites the community by creating a network of churches, ministries, services and businesses to serve our neighbors in need and transform our culture.http://brightcross.org
Calvary Revival Church
Building an overcoming church out of broken lives through the power of Jesus Christ. We exist to help people Know God, Live Generously, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference.https://crcglobal.org
Chesapeake Community of Hope
Whether you’ve attended church your whole life or never stepped foot in one, you will find that CCOH is a safe place to bring your doubts, questions, and curiosity. Our church family runs the gamut from those newly exploring faith issues to others who have been life-long followers of Jesus Christ. And we all have one thing in common – we are looking for answers in finding and growing a relationship with the living God.http://www.ccohchurch.com
Coastal Community Church
When you visit, you'll immediately sense a warm and friendly atmosphere of acceptance. You can dress casual and still feel welcome. We're ready to help you and your family find your way. So... you can relax at Coastal. We're just a group of ordinary people that have discovered the joy of Christian living.http://www.vbcoastal.com/
Coaster Coffee
Coaster Coffee is a neighborhood focused, friendly place offering customers the best prepared coffee in the area, complimented with specialty drinks, pastries, free books patrons can enjoy during their visit, and music to fit the mood. Coaster coffee is operating as a non-profit business. All profits go back into the community by feeding the hungry, building community gardens, teaching kids the arts and helping people who are out of work secure employment. Other creative ways to put resources back into the community to benefit our city will continue to be developed.http://www.coaster.coffee/
Community Harvest Outreach
Community Harvest Outreach, Inc. is a non profit organization that seeks to provide for the basic needs of the underprivileged in the community including food and clothing to those in need through the clothes closet and food pantry services. Our goal is to reduce malnutrition in the most vulnerable: children and the elderly and to prevent illnesses due to improper clothing and lack of food.https://www.communityharvestoutreach.org
Compassion
Hunger, joblessness, worry and fear are pressing issues for children and families due to COVID-19 and the economic slowdown. Gifts like these suggested from the Compassion Gift Catalog are designed to bring children immediate help and hope. Please give to help with their recovery, today.https://www.compassion.com
Crisis Pregnancy Center
Crisis Pregnancy Center of Tidewater is a Christ-centered organization with a calling to reach out to women and families involved in crisis-related pregnancies by offering real help for the present,hope for the future, and healing from the past. CPC exists to save lives, spare hearts and further the gospel of Jesus Christ. We want our clients to know we genuinely care and have no financial gain from their pregnancy decision. We raise all financial support for our ministry through private funding.http://cpcfriends.org/
Emmanuel Lutheran Church
Emmanuel is grounded in traditional Lutheran worship and it is our usual format. Occasionally we have a contemporary service where both morning services are led by vocalists, guitar, and bass. Our contemporary services are not on any fixed schedule.http://www.elvb.org/new/
Expect Renaissance
Our vision is to provide discipleship and intentional development to hip hop artists to teach them how to live lives worthy of imitation, and effectively leverage their gifts for the glory of God. Your partnership will help us continue what RMM has begun—supporting hip hop artists who can effectively engage and challenge the culture with their art.https://www.expectrenaissance.org
First Baptist Norfolk
Serving Hampton Roads to Change the World. First Baptist Church of Norfolk exists to glorify God by winning and leading all the people within our reach to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.http://www.firstnorfolk.org
Forefront Church
A church for anyone to experience Jesus without prejudice. Under God’s umbrella of love- it covers us as we are, but He loves us enough to not let us stay that way.http://forefront.org
Global Outreach Church
Global Outreach Church is a multi-ethnic, multi-generational body of believers called from the nations in order to reach the nations at home and abroad with the message of Jesus Christ. GO Church is dedicated to bringing people together from all ethnicities in an environment of acceptance and freedom to worship Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. We are a non denominational Christian Church that is multi-ethnic, evangelical in doctrine and charismatic in practice. We believe that the gifts of the Holy Spirit are essential for our daily walk as Christians.https://www.gochurchva.com
Grace Bible Church
We’re here to see God’s grace changing lives. On Sundays, we connect with God’s grace through casual, meaningful worship services made up of engaging worship through music and practical Bible teaching. Our Family Ministry provides high-energy programming for your children and a relevant and engaging environment for middle and high school students. Beyond Sunday morning, we connect with God through Community Groups and through serving inside of Grace and outside in our community.http://www.gracebible.church/
Great Neck Baptist
The Holy Bible is the inspired Word of God and is the basis for any statement of faith. The Church subscribes to the doctrinal statement of The Baptist Faith and Message (BFM) as adopted by the Southern Baptist Convention in 1963 and updated by the BFM in 2000. The church adopts “The Baptist Faith and Message 2000.” We band ourselves together as a body of baptized believers in Jesus Christ, personally committed to sharing the good news of salvation to lost mankind. The ordinances of the Church are baptism and The Lord’s Supper.https://greatneckbaptist.org/about-us/a-place-for-worship-a-place-for-serve/
Hampton Roads Church
Our church is a Bible-based non-denominational congregation that believes in loving God and loving people above all else. Join us for service and see what we're about, we'd love to have you.http://www.hamptonroadschurch.com
Hickory Ridge Community Church
Hickory Ridge Community Church is open for anyone to come and join. They encourage everyone to be engaged in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. The community believes in loving God, loving others, and spreading that to the world. No matter what an individual is going through Hickory Ridge wants them to join and know that they are not defined by the past or the present.http://www.hrcc7.org/
Iron Horse Fellowship
Iron Horse was launched in January of 2016 with a handful of people in a local restaurant. From the beginning, we had a desire to minister to Bikers, our Friends and local Families! http://www.ironhorsefellowship.com
Judeo-Christian Outreach
JCOC offers second chances to people in crisis. Our mission is to empower homeless families and individuals to recover from crisis situations and return to being self-supporting, productive, and independent members of our community. We provide individual and group counseling, housing location and financial assistance, educational resources and employment services so that clients have the best chance to obtain permanent housing and sustainable employment. Most importantly we serve as advocates and support system to help our clients transition out of crisis and into a new life.http://jcoc.org/
K Love
To create compelling media that inspires and encourages you to have a meaningful relationship with Christ. https://www.klove.com
Libertylive Church
Here at Liberty, we believe that a church is not measured by its seating capacity, but by its sending capacity. We are very excited about what God is doing in missions and in the life of our church, and our desire is to send out missionaries to reach the world for Christ. Our prayer is that you will look around and ask God where He is sending you to change lives, communities, and the world. Click here to visit the Missions blog.http://www.libertylive.church/
Lighthouse Church
The church was founded in January of 2000, and much like the early church, is home to a diverse group of people representing different ages, backgrounds and styles. The basis of our commitment to Jesus and His Word is simple: we have repeatedly seen Him change hearts, save lives, and empower those who had no power of their own. The death of Jesus has paid for every sin, and He alone can make right every wrong, give hope to the hopeless, and radically save those who reach out to Him.http://lighthouse.church
Mid-Atlantic Teen Challenge
Welcome to Mid-Atlantic Teen Challenge Boys Academy, where you will find much more than a juvenile rehabilitation program. Troubled teen and addiction rehabilitation involves restoration to an original state.https://mateenchallenge.com
Miracle Temple Baptist Church
We operate multiple ministry areas comprised of diverse ministries to meet the needs of the discipleship, leadership and community-at-large. Each ministry was created out of the purpose God established. They are uniquely designed to bring the disciple into the mind of Christ while embracing the attitude of success He created them to achieve. If you are interested in learning more, please contact us by calling the church office. http://www.miracletemplebc.org
Mission Link International
Mission Link International is interdenominational in scope working with all denominations. MLI respects the right for every person to choose their personal belief system. MLI does not look down on any religion, but simply/gently/humbly point people to the only source/Savior who can cleanse the heart and reunite sinful humanity to a Holy God.https://www.missionlink.org
Mosaic Church
There’s nothing you can do to make Jesus love you more, and nothing you can do to make Jesus love you less. https://mosaicchristian.org/new
New Life Church
New Life Church is a body of believers who value diversity in all ministries. We are intentional in our efforts to relate to each other in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-gifted environment.https://newlife.global
New Life Worship Center
In the tribune of God: The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit. Jesus Christ is true God and true man. The Holy Spirit is a divine person. All Scripture is given by inspiration of God. All have sinned and come short of the Glory of God and are in need of salvation. Salvation has been provided through Jesus Christ for all men. It is the will of God that every believer be filled with the Holy Spirit. Healing is provided in the redemptive work of Christ and is available to every believer. The church consists of all those who have received Jesus Christ as their personal Savior. There shall be a bodily resurrection of the just and the unjust. In a personal, visible and imminent return of Jesus Christ in water baptism and observance of the Lord’s Supper.http://www.nlwconline.org/
Nimmo United Methodist
For over two centuries, Nimmo has been a landmark to travelers and has served to meet the spiritual needs of the many who have worshipped here. This remains our mission. At our bicentennial celebration in 1991, Bishop Thomas Stockton proclaimed that “your best years are still to come.”https://nimmochurch.com
Norview United Methodist
If you are here for the first or the hundredth time, we want you to feel at home and know you belong. If you are just passing through, we hope our worship provides you with nourishment for your soul and continuing journey. Membership in Norview is open to everyone who wishes to join in covenant with God, Jesus and us as we journey and learn to be God's people in the world. http://www.norviewumc.org
OV Church
The mission of [OV]Church is the mission of every church given to us through the Great Commandment and the Great Commission. LOVE GOD, LOVE PEOPLE and MAKE DISCIPLES of all nationshttp://ovchurch.com
PIN Ministry
PIN Ministry (PIN "People in Need') exists to provide food, clothing, shelter, and free medical care for people that are either homeless or extremely poor. The ultimate focus is to help the homeless of Hampton Roads transform their lives by meeting them where photothey are and sharing a God that loves them and wants a relationship with them.https://www.pinministry.org/
Prison Fellowship
Every person is made in the image of God. No life is beyond His reach. Founded in 1976, Prison Fellowship® exists to serve all those affected by crime and incarceration, and to see lives and communities restored in and out of prison—one transformed life at a time.https://www.prisonfellowship.org
Real Life Church
At Real Life Church you'll be welcomed into a friendly, casual environment by people who are excited to see you. All you have to do from here is come as you are and find out more for yourself. See you soon!https://www.reallifechurchvb.org
Recovery for Life
Rescue and empower those who seek freedom from addictions and compulsive behaviors providing therapeutic experiential and educational services.https://myrecoveryforlife.com
Reformation Christian Church
Reformation Christian Fellowship was started in January 2012. We strive to embody Soli Deo Gloria – which is giving all to the glory of God! Our preaching is predominantly verse by verse through entire books of the Bible. Our teaching is to develop disciples that can explain and live their faith in Jesus passionately and well. Our perspective is Reformed. We employ a multi generational and simple approach to discipleship and ministry. Our fellowship is spontaneous, warm, inclusive and joyful.http://rcf757.org
River Oak Church
At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to following the truth of God’s Word. We welcome you to come as you are, from wherever you’ve been, and join us!http://riveroakchurch.org
Rock Church Franklin – RCF
We are a spirit-filled, evangelical church, with aspirations for the family, our community, and the world.
Rock Church Int.
“…to reach a generation with a message of hope through the healing and delivering power of Jesus Christ.”https://www.rockchurch.org
Salt Church
Whether you’ve never been to church or maybe it’s been awhile, we want to help you grow closer to God. https://saltchurch.org/
Samaritans Purse
For over 40 years, Samaritan’s Purse has done our utmost to follow Christ’s command by going to the aid of the world’s poor, sick, and suffering. We are an effective means of reaching hurting people in countries around the world with food, medicine, and other assistance in the Name of Jesus Christ. This, in turn, earns us a hearing for the Gospel, the Good News of eternal life through Jesus Christ.https://www.samaritanspurse.org/
Shining Light Homes Ministries
Our ultimate goal is to purchase or lease our first maternity home to temporarily house young mothers and their small children should they find themselves homeless or without support from family or the father of their baby. As Advocates, we connect single mothers to local resources. The goal is to help these single mothers to become self-sufficient by learning to take care of themselves and their babies, while they work at improving their financial situation through education and training, connecting them to community resources and assistance, and moving them into their own home, with a job, child care and transportation.http://shininglighthomes.org/
Sonrise Ministries
Sonrise Ministries is a non-profit organization which produces the SonRise Music Festival. We are a Christ-centered, Bible-believing and prayer-minded team that desires for God to be the center of life in Hampton Roads.http://www.sonrisemin.org/
Spring Branch
A member of the Willow Creek Association. Our doors are open to people from all backgrounds, regardless of where they are on their spiritual journey. Whether you are a spiritual seeker who’s just starting to ask questions about God, or a committed Christian who wants to sink the roots of your faith even deeper, you can find a home at Spring Branch.http://www.springbranch.org/
Team Hoyt VB
Team Hoyt VB is a sub-chapter of The Hoyt Foundation, founded by Dick and Rick Hoyt. Born in 1962, Rick was diagnosed as a spastic quadriplegic with cerebral palsy. Dick and his then-wife, Judy, were advised to institutionalize Rick because there was no chance of him recovering, and little hope for Rick to live a 'normal' life. This was just the beginning of Dick and Judy's quest for Rick's inclusion in community, sports, education and one day, the workplace.https://www.teamhoytvb.com/
Temple Baptist Church
Temple is a grace-filled community of Jesus followers seeking to reach people who are broken and far from God and help them become fully-devoted followers of Christ. They want to uplift people who are broken or far from God. They will accept people with open arms and bring them on an enlightened path. This community cares about each other and want people to know they are not alone.https://www.templechurch.net/
The Eliza Hope Foundation
The Eliza Hope Foundation and therapy center is a place for children and families affected by Autism. The mission of the Eliza Hope Foundation is to provide educational support for children and families who are living with Autism Spectrum disorders in the Hampton Roads area and beyond. We have created a center completely dedicated to providing the special services, teachers and equipment necessary to meet the unique learning needs of these children.http://elizahope.org/
The H.E.R. Shelter
The H.E.R. Shelter is a private, non-profit agency, certified by the United Way of South Hampton Roads, and the statewide coalition: Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance (VSDVAA). We participate in the Coordinated Crisis Response, a 24-hour emergency hotline where a trained advocate can assist individuals in need of information, referrals, or - when appropriate - can provide safe, emergency housing for a woman and her children. The H.E.R Shelter currently operates two shelter facilities in the cities of Portsmouth and Chesapeake, Virginia.http://www.hershelter.com/
The RED Church
RED is short for REDEMPTION. REDEMPTION: The action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil. Every person has made mistakes. We have all messed up and fallen short of perfection at some time in our lives. As followers of Jesus, we believe God has REDEEMED us and our past no longer dictates our future.http://theredchurch.tv
Trinity Church
We highly value God’s manifest presence and eagerly host His visitations. The testimony of Jesus reflects the accurate representation of Jesus and His accomplishments.https://www.trinitychurch.org
Union Mission Ministries
Union Mission Ministries mission is to aid the poor and needy; to reform the erring; to help those that are out of the way; to feed the hungry; to shelter the homeless; to preach the gospel; and to rescue the perishing. https://www.unionmissionministries.org/
Verve Church
Verve means liveliness, energy, passion, vitality. We’re trying to restore what Jesus was after. We believe that following Jesus is the greatest adventure life has to offer and leads to lively, energetic, passionate, vital life. It leads to verve.http://vivalaverve.org
Virginia Beach Boat Church
We'd Like to invite you to join us. Nationally recognized Christian recording artist Jason Gray will be joining us for worship services on the water.https://boatchurchvb.com/#about
Virginia Beach Justice Initiative
We are a faith-based nonprofit. Our purpose is to end human trafficking in Hampton Roads through awareness, prevention initiatives and intervention strategies that meet the needs of trafficking survivors. We have the privilege of introducing trafficking victims to the possibility of a new beginning through advocacy and our innovative jail program.http://www.vbji.org/
Wave Church
Our Church, because of it’s impact and influence on the lives of people in the Hampton Roads community, the nation and the world, will become an example of discipleship, leadership, and relationship.https://wavechurch.com/
Wave City Care
Wave City Care is improving the lives of individuals, providing help and healing for the release of the best in human potential.http://www.wavecitycare.com/Welcome.html
We Are The Echo
For far too long we've streamlined benevolence and outsourced caring for the vulnerable. In a country with more than 300,000 churches there's no good reason to be okay with children living without a family in the US.https://www.wearetheecho.org
Young Life Across the Country
Young Life is making a difference in the lives of kids around the world because we are supported by adults who care about kids in their community. For every talented Young Life staff person there is a team of dedicated leaders who works directly with kids. In each community, the local “committee,” comprised of parents, Young Life alumni and civic leaders, provides a foundation of financial, administrative and moral support for the local Young Life team.https://virginiabeach.younglife.orgVote for your favorite charity and help them earn $5000!
What is your favorite charity or church that wants to earn $5000?
Last year we held our CR Cares contest and donated $5,000 to a local organization called, 99forthe1.
We're giving YOU the chance to VOTE/NOMINATE your favorite charity/organization in Hampton Roads.
Help support your local community. Donate now.
1. To help LOCALS in Hampton Roads and their family with hardships as a result of a sudden emergency.
2. Helping Local Churches and charities that help people in Need or helping them grow closer to God.
3. To help Chantel Ray Real Estate Associates and their immediate family with hardships as a result of a sudden emergency.
Major Disaster — Home Fire — lost cloths, personal belongings.
Major Medical Needs — When you are out of work for an extended period of time and need help to sustain and pay for housing, utilities, etc. This would be a car accident with major injuries, a heart attack or other illness that keeps your from work, cancer treatments, this would help towards rent, utilities, and other bills for living expenses or medical treatments.
Family Funeral cost where the family did not have enough to pay for the funeral.
Medical needs for immediate family — Husband, Mom, Dad, Kids go through something mentioned above and you might need to be
out of work for a long period of time, unable to sustain due to medical cost from cancer, major illness. This would help towards rent, utilities and other bills for living expenses or medical treatments.
CR Cares is truly a nonprofit and has limitations to what it can contribute to remain a non-profit and stay within these guidelines. See our guidelines below for support.
Characteristics of a CR Cares Donation
It is a one-time donation, except as special circumstances may dictate
Required supporting documentation includes filling out the below online donation request including
— Letter summarizing the situation and the financial hardship created by it
— The amount of the donation requested
— Proof of hardship – Bank statements, copies of bills for medical (or other) and/or living expenses which has been incurred as a result of the situation
— Signed physician’s statement (if this is a medical situation)
— If the applicant has health insurance, please provide a summary of all claims from the insurance provider indicating the patient’s responsibility for the charges
Looking to receive a CR Cares donation or get your organization pre-approved
Chantel Ray Real Estate agents, employees, associates and their immediate family members along with local churches and faith based organizations.
How to apply for a CR Cares donation:
Step 1: Meet with the managing partner at your location to see if you meet the requirements for assistance
Step 2: Complete the CR Cares Application Here