Heart of Compassion Partnerships, Inc. is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that provides resources and services to underserved children, families and communities. We provide opportunities for local citizens, schools, civic organizations and institutions to become active partners in addressing education and community concerns. We bring community members together to identify and link community needs and resources in a manner that helps people to help themselves and to raise the quality of life in their communities.

The Urban Outreach Center provides a structured and safe bridge for children from Kindergarten to 8th grade to receive mentoring, tutoring, and social skills training. Children who are enrolled also receive instruction on basic college preparation and career discovery. High school and college level volunteers are recruited to be tutors. Adult staff members in the afterschool and summer camp programs then mentor these youth volunteers. A small stipend is paid to the youth volunteers as a way to influence their work ethic and encourage their continued participation and contribution. The Urban Outreach Centers operate year round in communities of need at no cost to the families living in those communities.

Center Goals:

1. Increase in reading and math scores
2. One or more levels improvement in grade
3. Reduction in office referrals for behavior issues
4. Improved self concept and confidence
5. Decrease in drop out rate for young people ages 14-18

Serve the City Chesapeake brings together hundreds of volunteers with City Officials, churches, civic organizations, and businesses that work together to serve our community through improvement projects, and other activities designed to meet needs within the city.

Improvement projects include:

   1.   Park and neighborhood beautification and enhancements
   2.   Building repair or renovation and landscaping 
   3.  Community garden, park, or playground projects
   4.  Community clean-up initiatives

If you want to participate as a volunteer, donate supplies or make a cash contribution, please contact Wanda Russell at 757-647-6249 or Click Here to Email.