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School Supply

Project Connect

THRIVE provides an array of other programs that support clients in their journey towards stability, using a variety of onsite services and partners.

  • Project Connect

    • Vital Documents - obtain a replacement copy of lost I.D.s, birth certificate, social security cardJob Coach Help - receive

    • Benefits assistance - help people apply for food stamps, social security, TANF or Medicaid

    • We Cook Wednesdays - in partnership with the Virginia Cooperative Extension, healthy cooking demos are available in the lobby on Wednesdays to encourage building visitors and shoppers to eat and cook healthy.

    • 1-on-1 help with a personal job coach who can help build a resume, hone interviewing skills, and land the job

    • Legal Connect - obtain a will, power of attorney or advanced medical directive through our partnership with Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia

    • Resource Concierge Volunteers - stationed in our lobby, these trained volunteers can help people navigate available resources from other agencies who provide shelter, clothing, furniture, medical assistance, employment, and more
       

  • Workshops and Classes

    • THRIVE's building hosts The Blocker Room, a 50-seat conference room that aims to host workshops and classes in partnership with a variety of local agencies and community partners. Classes will span three categories:​

      • Financial Literacy: improving your credit score, 1st time home buying, budgeting, etc.​

      • Healthy Living: cooking classes, cooking demos, Medicaid programs, pre-diabetes healthy living, etc.

      • Workforce Development: connect to hiring managers, build a resume, practice interviewing, etc.

  • Transportation Assistance

    • bus passes are provided to clients who are starting new employment

    • grocery delivery available to those who lack transportation
       

  • Supplies

    • school supplies (seasonal)

    • baby baskets for parents of newborns

    • toiletries and household items (distributed through The Market)

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