The Up Center

Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2026-01-22 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

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Understanding the Importance of Credit
2026-01-21 17:30 - 18:30 UTC
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.
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__yjZujhJSsW7d6GSBqppWA#/registration

Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2026-01-15 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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Dad 2 Dads Group
2026-01-12 18:00 - 19:30 UTC
Parenting doesn’t come with a handbook and for many dads, it also doesn’t come with enough space to talk honestly about stress, emotions, and expectations. Dad 2 Dads is a supportive class series designed to help fathers strengthen their parenting skills, care for their own mental wellness, and build meaningful connections with their children.
Each session focuses on real-life challenges dads face today, offering practical tools, guided discussion, and a judgment-free environment where growth is encouraged.

Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2026-01-12 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!
2026-01-05 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

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Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-12-18 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 the Importance of Credit
2025-12-17 17:30 - 18:30 (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.
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_YkYUyeJQS6O0oEOAuksSBw

Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-12-15 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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Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-12-11 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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Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-12-08 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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Budgeting and Basic Financial Planning
2025-12-03 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_Fqlvp7f4TrK-XkxrUha0RA

Giving Tuesday Triple Match
2025-12-02 00:00 - 23:30 UTC | https://secure.qgiv.com/for/givingtuesdayboardmatch/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOEaLVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFVMElQTHIzelBsVGNJTldtc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiZb9xica8X938gk-Xo1mkiO0FZzXgL_DAvIuHtP85Z6sk0XfRegjawkiPsa_aem_kRTlQSuAo0zvf6ctP5G9ZA
Giving Tuesday: Triple Your Impact for Local Kids & Families!

Join The Up Center this Giving Tuesday and help create real change for children, teens, and families across Hampton Roads. Thanks to a generous $30,000 matching gift, every donation made during this event will be TRIPLED — turning one gift into three times the hope, healing, and support.

Why Your Gift MattersYour support fuels programs like therapeutic foster care and adoption services — programs that helped young people like Ana, who entered foster care at 15 after a difficult and traumatic childhood. With the support of her case manager and community donors, she found healing, stability, and eventually a loving adoptive family. Today, she’s thriving and still says, “Glad you always believed in me.”

How You Can Help on Giving Tuesday• Make a tax-deductible year-end gift• Have your donation TRIPLED thanks to the $30,000 match• Help more children begin 2026 with safety, connection, and hope

Be part of this community moment — triple your impact and transform lives right here at home.

Changing Lives Through Foster Care: Join Us!
2025-12-01 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 = 7:00pmMar 3 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 5 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 9 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 12 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 19 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 11 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 18 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 26 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 28 | 6:00 = 7:00pmSubmit

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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PhoneWhich session are you registering for? *Feb 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 3 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 5 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 9 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 12 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 19 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 11 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 18 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 26 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 28 | 6:00 = 7:00pmSubmit

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

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!
2025-10-29 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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PhoneWhich session are you registering for? *Feb 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 3 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 5 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 9 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 12 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 19 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 11 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 18 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 26 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 28 | 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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PhoneWhich session are you registering for? *Feb 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 3 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 5 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 9 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 12 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 19 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 11 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 18 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 26 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 28 | 6:00 = 7:00pmSubmit

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

Use the form below to register. Once you register, you will receive a virtual link for your chosen session.
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Which session are you registering for? *Feb 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 3 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 5 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 9 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 12 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 19 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMar 23 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 11 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 18 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 26 | 6:00 = 7:00pmMay 28 | 6:00 = 7:00pmSubmit

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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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
