Our Programs

Program 01

The Fresh Table

NUTRITION ACCESS AND EQUITY PROGRAM

Problem Addressed

Food insecurity remains a significant challenge throughout Hampton Roads. Many families, seniors, veterans, and children face barriers to accessing nutritious foods, increasing the risk of chronic health conditions, financial stress, and poor health outcomes.

Who We Serve

Children
Adolescents
Families
Seniors
Veterans
Underserved households

What We Deliver

Bi-weekly food distribution events
Nutrition education
Healthy eating resources
Wellness and prevention info
Referrals to community resources
Focus Area

Hampton Roads Focus

Outcomes We Track (KPIs)

Funding Needs

Support helps OCC purchase food, educational materials, refrigeration and storage supplies, transportation assistance, volunteer support, and program operations necessary to sustain year-round food access.

Program Partners

Working together to achieve lasting outcomes in Hampton Roads.

SE VA Foodbank
Target
Publix
Wegmans
Food Lion Feeds
Walmart
Aldi
Whole Foods
Harris Teeter
McDonald’s
Program 02

Sprout Society

MENTAL HEALTH AND COPING SKILLS PROGRAM

Focus Area

Ages 12-18

Problem Addressed

Children are experiencing increasing levels of stress, anxiety, emotional challenges, and social pressures at younger ages. Many lack access to age-appropriate mental health education and coping skills that can support emotional wellness and resilience.

Who We Serve

Children ages 12-18

What We Deliver

Mental health education
Social-emotional learning (SEL)
Emotional regulation activities
Coping skills development
Mindfulness and yoga
Goal-setting exercises
Self-esteem building activities
Creative wellness experiences

Topics Include

Understanding emotionsEmotional Wheel activitiesStress vs. AnxietyCoping skillsFriendship and communicationSocial media awarenessMindfulness and breathingSelf-esteem and confidenceHealthy habits and resilience

Outcomes We Track (KPIs)

Funding Needs

Support allows OCC to provide curriculum materials, therapeutic activities, youth supplies, facilitator costs, parent engagement resources, and program evaluation tools.

Program Partners

Working together to achieve lasting outcomes in Hampton Roads.

Portsmouth United
Portsmouth General Hospital Foundation
Kirra Counseling and Co.
James Bentley Treatment Program
Program 03

Becoming

TEEN EMPOWERMENT AND MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

Problem Addressed

Many adolescents face challenges related to self-esteem, identity development, mental health, workforce readiness, leadership development, and future planning. Access to positive mentorship and culturally responsive youth development opportunities remains limited in many underserved communities.

Who We Serve

Ages 12-18 throughout Hampton Roads

What We Deliver

Teen empowerment programming
Leadership development
Mental health education
Career exploration
Job readiness training
Resume development
Financial literacy
Legal literacy and advocacy
Mentorship opportunities
Community service projects

Community Impact

Becoming Empowerment

Becoming empowers young women to become confident leaders, informed decision-makers, and future professionals. Through mentorship, education, and skill-building opportunities, participants develop the tools necessary to thrive academically, professionally, and personally.

Focus Area

Ages 12-18

Outcomes We Track (KPIs)

Funding Needs

Support helps provide program supplies, guest speakers, mentorship opportunities, career readiness workshops, transportation assistance, participant incentives, technology resources, and workforce development experiences.

Program Partners

Working together to achieve lasting outcomes in Hampton Roads.

Portsmouth General Hospital Foundation
New York Life
Kirra Counseling and Co.
James Bentley Treatment Program