Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas

Volunteers of America Chesapeake, Inc. is a faith-based, non-profit organization whose mission is to empower self-reliance and inspire hope. As a church without walls, we do this through personalized housing, ministry, health, and human services that benefit vulnerable individuals, their families and the community.Founded in 1896 in Baltimore, MD Volunteers of America Chesapeake was one of the first branches of Volunteers of America - one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive human services organizations.Through a dedicated and committed team of management, staff and volunteers and guided by our Core Values: Visionary, One Body, Integrity, Compassion, Excellence and Faith. Volunteers of America Chesapeake helps thousands of people each year throughout Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia at our more than 30 programs serving:Those experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homelessIndividuals with mental illnessIndividuals and families of individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilitiesThose in need of affordable housingThose in need of supportive servicesThose recovering from substance abuse addictionsThose involved in community correctionsEach year thousands of men, women and children in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia are helped through the programs and services provided by Volunteers of America Chesapeake.Give a GiftThrough your generous support, Volunteers of America Chesapeake cares for the needs of thousands of men, women and children each year.By giving to Volunteers of America Chesapeake you can rest assured knowing your gift is more than a handout or quick fix.Instead, you are contributing to high-quality programs and services supporting Volunteers of America Chesapeake's mission and vision.Donations can be made in a number of ways, including:Monetary giftsLegacy PlanningDonations of VehiclesSupplies, Service and ExpertiseWhile unrestricted gifts allow us to apply your gift to the greatest need, you may also designate your gift for a special purpose or program.When you support the work of Volunteers of America Chesapeake you make a difference - in your community - one person at a time.

Operational since 1896, the Volunteers of America is a nonprofit, faith-based organization that coordinates various human service programs. Its programs include housing and health care services. The organization serves more than 2 million people that include at-risk youths, elderly citizens, abused and neglected children, and disabled and homeless individuals in over 400 communities throughout the United States. It creates and manages housing programs that include support services and activities for residents. The Volunteers of America also provides after-school programs for children, transportation to medical appointments for senior citizens and training services for individuals with developmental disabilities. It promotes residential and outpatient treatment for alcohol and drug addicts. The organization additionally offers rehabilitative, counseling and employment services for people in crisis.

Founded in 1896, Volunteers of America Chesapeake operates more than 20 programs that serve the homeless, former prison inmates, substance abusers, senior citizens, children and people with developmental disabilities. It has a staff of over 500 employees that provides various human services. The organization offers a range of homeless services through a network of emergency shelters, transitional housing programs and drop-in centers. Its homeless services include case management, life skills training sessions, educational opportunities, vocational training and placement assistance, mental and physical evaluations and health care services. With a location in Baltimore, Volunteers of America Chesapeake is a charter member of Volunteers of America, which is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization that offers a variety of human service programs, including housing and health care. Founded in 1896, the parent organization serves more than 2 million people in over 400 communities.