Giving Back

Active member of the Chesapeake Rotary Club.  Our impact starts with our members—people who work tirelessly with their clubs to solve some of our communities’ toughest challenges. Their efforts are supported by Rotary International, our member association, and The Rotary Foundation, which turns generous donations into grants that fund the work of our members and

The Children’s Health Investment Program is a 501(c)3 organization that exists to promote healthier communities by supporting healthier kids, ages 0-6. Staffed by Registered Nurses and Parent Educators, the teams identify, track and support families in the program until the youngest child is age 6.  Needs are identified and clients are connected to resources in

“Paint Your Heart Out” day involves the exterior painting and repairing of homes in Chesapeake.  The effort includes donations of money and material from a variety of banks, businesses, and individuals, as well as hands on participation by church groups, clubs, military personnel and other civic and service organizations. Since its inception in 1991, Paint

Superheroes don’t fly. They bowl. And, each year, companies throughout the United States become superheroes by bringing their friends, family, and colleagues together to support Junior Achievement®.   Join us as we raise money to transform the preparedness of our youth through JA®.

The Chesapeake Rotary Club welcomes you to the 6th Annual Chesapeake Virginia Wine Festival, presented by Priority Automotive October 10, 2015 at Chesapeake City Park. Unlimited tastings from over 20 premier Virginia Wineries, Live Entertainment, Award Wining Art, Wine Apparel, Wine Accessories and Specialty Food Vendors from the Mid-Atlantic and Coastal Virginia Region.

This year, the COATS FOR KIDS program expanded by adding a second school, Portlock Primary. Over $11,000 worth of coats, gloves, and warm weather clothing was delivered to Thurgood Marshall Elementary and Portlock Primary on December 15th, 2010. These two schools shared the dubious distinction of 100% enrollment in the free or reduced meal lunch

Ronald McDonald houses are a “home-away-from-home” to keep parents and children together during medical treatments.

Chesapeake General Hospital was established in 1976 and was made possible with the generous support of individuals, businesses, community organizations and schools. As Chesapeake Regional Medical Center continues to grow and expand, we count on friends in the community for their support. We provide the highest-quality health care close to home for our patients and

Chesapeake 4H There’s a Country Fair in each and every Chesapeake Jubilee thanks to the Chesapeake 4-H! Animal shows, youth projects, livestock auction and unique games for children are just part of this mainstay of the Jubilee. For information contact the Virginia Cooperative Extension office at 382-6348. To learn more about Chesapeake 4-H, click HERE.

Website:  www.mfofoundation.org The Maison Fortune Orphanage Foundation (MFOF) supports the Maison Fortune Orphanage (MFO) and Primary School located in Hinche, Haiti. Together our shared goal is to raise awareness and funds to make sure the children in our care are empowered to become the future leaders of Haiti. Starting with four children in a one-room