community resources
Housing
1. Homeward: A local organization that coordinates homeless services and provides resources for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Website: https://homewardva.org/
2. CARITAS: Offers emergency shelter, housing, and support services for homeless individuals and families.
Website: https://www.caritasva.org/
3. Daily Planet Health Services: Provides medical, dental, and behavioral health care to homeless and low-income individuals.
Website: https://dailyplanetva.org/
4. The Healing Place: Offers recovery and support services for individuals dealing with substance abuse and homelessness.
Website: https://www.thpva.org/
5. Richmond Outreach Center: Provides food, shelter, and support services to homeless individuals.
Website: http://www.rocrichmond.org/
6. Housing Families First: Offers emergency shelter and housing programs for families experiencing homelessness.
Website: https://www.housingfamiliesfirst.org/
7. Salvation Army Central Virginia: Provides shelter, food assistance, and various support services for those in need.
Website: https://virginiasalvationarmy.org/richmondva/
8. Peter Paul Development Center: Offers various programs and resources for low-income families and individuals.
Website: https://www.peterpauldevcenter.org/
9. Richmond Behavioral Health Authority: Provides mental health and substance abuse services, including resources for homeless individuals.
Website: https://www.rbha.org/
10. Richmond Community ToolBank: Offers tools and equipment for community improvement projects, which can help homeless individuals gain skills and engage in meaningful activities.
Website: https://www.richmondtoolbank.org/
11. Housing Opportunities Made Equal (HOME): Provides fair housing advocacy and resources for those facing housing challenges.
Website: https://homeofva.org/
12. Virginia Supportive Housing: Offers permanent supportive housing and services for formerly homeless individuals and families.
Website: https://www.virginiasupportivehousing.org/
13. Virginia Veterans Services Foundation: Provides resources and support for homeless veterans in the state.
Website: https://virginiaveteransservicesfoundation.org/
14. Safe Harbor: Offers emergency shelter and support services for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Website: https://safeharborshelter.com/
15. Richmond Public Library: Provides access to computers, job resources, and educational opportunities for homeless individuals.
Website: https://rvalibrary.org/
16. Virginia Department of Social Services: Offers assistance programs for low-income individuals and families, including emergency aid.
Website: https://www.dss.virginia.gov/
17. Richmond Food Pantry Network: Offers information on local food pantries that can provide meals to homeless individuals.
Website: https://feedmore.org/pantry/
18. United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg: Connects individuals with various community resources and services.
Website: https://www.yourunitedway.org/
19. Health Brigade: Provides medical and support services for individuals facing barriers to accessing care.
Website: https://www.healthbrigade.org/
20. Richmond City Government: Offers information about shelters, housing programs, and resources for homeless individuals.
Website: https://www.rva.gov/
Please note that the availability of these resources may vary, and it's advisable to contact the organizations directly for the most up-to-date information.
Food
1. **Central Virginia Food Bank**:
Provides food distribution programs and collaborates with local agencies to address hunger.
Website: https://feedmore.org/
2. **Daily Planet Café**:
Offers free meals and support services for homeless and low-income individuals.
Website: https://dailyplanetva.org/cafe/
3. **Food Not Bombs Richmond**:
A volunteer organization that serves free food to the homeless and hungry in Monroe Park.
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Food-Not-Bombs-Richmond-239937936154256
4. **Home Again Richmond**:
Operates a food pantry for clients in their programs and provides resources for individuals experiencing homelessness.
Website: https://homeagainrichmond.org/
5. **McShin Foundation**:
Offers a food pantry and supportive services for individuals in recovery from substance use disorders.
Website: https://mcshinfoundation.org/
6. **Refugee and Immigration Services**:
Provides food assistance and other support for newly arrived refugees and immigrants.
Website: https://www.cccofva.org/richmond-refugee-immigration-services
7. **Salvation Army Central Virginia**:
Offers meals, food boxes, and other services for individuals and families in need.
Website: https://virginiasalvationarmy.org/richmondva/
8. **Boaz & Ruth**:
Provides meals and other support for individuals transitioning from incarceration.
Website: https://www.boazandruth.com/
9. **Constance's Closet and Soup Kitchen**:
Offers food assistance and other resources for those in need.
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Charity-Organization/Constances-Closet-and-Soup-Kitchen-115057633188150/
10. **East End Fellowship Food Pantry**:
Offers a food pantry to provide meals for the community.
Website: https://eastendfellowship.org/food-pantry/
11. **Feed More**:
Offers a variety of food distribution programs to address hunger in the community.
Website: https://feedmore.org/
12. **Goochland Cares**:
Provides food assistance and support for individuals and families in Goochland County.
Website: https://www.goochlandcares.org/
13. **Mercy Mall**:
Offers food and clothing assistance for those in need.
Website: https://mercymallva.org/
14. **Oak Grove - Bellemeade Emergency Food Pantry**:
Provides food assistance for individuals and families in the community.
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OGBEFP/
15. **Richmond Friends of the Homeless**:
Offers food and supplies to individuals experiencing homelessness.
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Richmond-Friends-of-the-Homeless-126211827440/
16. **St. James's Episcopal Church Community Kitchen**:
Provides hot meals and support services for those in need.
Website: https://www.doers.org/community-ministries/community-kitchen/
17. **Tabernacle Baptist Church Food Ministry**:
Offers food assistance for individuals and families in the community.
Website: https://tbcrichmond.org/
18. **The Healing Place**:
Provides meals and support services for individuals dealing with substance abuse and homelessness.
Website: https://www.thpva.org/
19. **The Sophie House**:
Offers food and other support services for single mothers and their families.
Website: https://www.thesophiehouse.org/
20. **West End Assembly of God Food Pantry**:
Provides food assistance for individuals and families in the community.
Website: https://weag.church/missions/food-pantry/