The Up Center

Drive-Thru Turkey Giveaway
2025-11-25 10:00 - 14:00 UTC | 1805 Airline Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23707-3912, United States, 1805 Airline Blvd, Portsmouth, Virginia, 23707, United States
For more than 20 years, our Thanksgiving Food Drive has helped local families gather around the table with a complete holiday meal. If you need support this season, you’re welcome to stop by our Portsmouth location to pick up a free Thanksgiving meal kit—filled with everything you need for a traditional holiday dinner. Meal kits are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Budgeting and Basic Financial Planning
2025-11-19 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Halifax) | Zoom
During this class, we will discuss basic financial planning, the importance of a budget, how to develop and budget, savings, and more.
Event link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jfD9MEhvTQWMtwGhJDNfHA

Understanding the Importance of Credit
2025-11-05 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Zoom
Free event
During this class, we will discuss how to understand your credit report and credit score, credit improvement strategies, establishing credit and the benefits of using credit responsibly.
Event link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HmagYBwmQheNrWvrwFysdA

Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-11-03 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Zoom
We invite you to a Virtual Information Session. You will have the opportunity to meet someone from our team, learn about Foster Care and the important role foster parents play in supporting children and young people in need. You will also have the chance to ask any questions you have.
Eligibility:

Be at least 25 years old
Have stable income
Have a valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle
Clear background checks
Live in Hampton Roads

Use the form below to register. Once you register, you will receive a virtual link for your chosen session.
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Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-10-30 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Zoom
We invite you to a Virtual Information Session. You will have the opportunity to meet someone from our team, learn about Foster Care and the important role foster parents play in supporting children and young people in need. You will also have the chance to ask any questions you have.
Eligibility:

Be at least 25 years old
Have stable income
Have a valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle
Clear background checks
Live in Hampton Roads

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Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-10-29 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Zoom
We invite you to a Virtual Information Session. You will have the opportunity to meet someone from our team, learn about Foster Care and the important role foster parents play in supporting children and young people in need. You will also have the chance to ask any questions you have.
Eligibility:

Be at least 25 years old
Have stable income
Have a valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle
Clear background checks
Live in Hampton Roads

Use the form below to register. Once you register, you will receive a virtual link for your chosen session.
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I bought a house, now what?
2025-10-29 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Zoom
Date & Time:
Wednesday, October 29, 2025 @ 6:00pm
Location:
222 W.19th Street Norfilk, VA

Recently bought a home or looking for some information to help maintain your home? Look no further, join us for our post-purchase class!
Topics include:

Benefits of Homeownership
Money Matters
Home Maintenance
Community Involvement
Home Retention Options

Register with Erica Ramjohn at (757) 965-8640 or Erica.Ramjohn@theupcenter.org
All attendees will be entered to win a $50 gift card to Home Depot!

Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-10-21 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Zoom
We invite you to a Virtual Information Session. You will have the opportunity to meet someone from our team, learn about Foster Care and the important role foster parents play in supporting children and young people in need. You will also have the chance to ask any questions you have.
Eligibility:

Be at least 25 years old
Have stable income
Have a valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle
Clear background checks
Live in Hampton Roads

Use the form below to register. Once you register, you will receive a virtual link for your chosen session.
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Email *PhoneWhich session are you registering for? *Feb 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 28 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 1 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 4 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 8 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 11 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 15 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 22 | 6:00 = 7:00pmSubmit

Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-10-16 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Zoom
We invite you to a Virtual Information Session. You will have the opportunity to meet someone from our team, learn about Foster Care and the important role foster parents play in supporting children and young people in need. You will also have the chance to ask any questions you have.
Eligibility:

Be at least 25 years old
Have stable income
Have a valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle
Clear background checks
Live in Hampton Roads

Use the form below to register. Once you register, you will receive a virtual link for your chosen session.
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Understanding Credit & Credit Improvement Strategies
2025-10-15 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Halifax) | Zoom
During this class, we will discuss how to understand your credit report and credit score, credit improvement strategies, establishing credit and the benefits of using credit responsibly.
For more information or assistance with registering, contact Erica.Ramjohn@theupcenter.org or (757) 965-8640
Event link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QZrUMqbOTdWmuLu1eEESfw

Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-10-07 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Zoom
We invite you to a Virtual Information Session. You will have the opportunity to meet someone from our team, learn about Foster Care and the important role foster parents play in supporting children and young people in need. You will also have the chance to ask any questions you have.
Eligibility:

Be at least 25 years old
Have stable income
Have a valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle
Clear background checks
Live in Hampton Roads

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Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-10-02 19:00 - 20:00 UTC | Zoom
We invite you to a Virtual Information Session. You will have the opportunity to meet someone from our team, learn about Foster Care and the important role foster parents play in supporting children and young people in need. You will also have the chance to ask any questions you have.
Eligibility:

Be at least 25 years old
Have stable income
Have a valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle
Clear background checks
Live in Hampton Roads

Use the form below to register. Once you register, you will receive a virtual link for your chosen session.
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PhoneWhich session are you registering for? *Feb 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 28 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 1 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 4 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 8 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 11 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 15 | 6:00 = 7:00pmJune 22 | 6:00 = 7:00pmSubmit

Budgeting and Basic Financial Planning
2025-10-01 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Zoom
Free event
During this class, we will discuss basic financial planning, the importance of a budget, how to develop and budget, savings, and more.
Event link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xx2vmd0iR1Gm8cRjOTCvOw
