Supporting individuals experiencing homelessness in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, and across Hampton Roads.
At CoVA Collective Realty, we believe a home is more than four walls and a roof. It’s a place of comfort, safety, stability, and belonging.
As real estate professionals serving Hampton Roads, we have the privilege of helping individuals and families find a place to call home every day. But we also recognize that many of our neighbors are facing a very different reality: the uncertainty of not having a home at all.
That’s why this November, we’re turning gratitude into action through our Grateful Hearts Campaign, a community donation drive dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness throughout Hampton Roads.
In partnership with Mercy’s Drops Community Resource Center, we’re collecting essential supplies to provide warmth, comfort, and hope to people who need them most.
Because building a stronger community means showing up for all of our neighbors.
Fighting Homelessness in Hampton Roads, One Act of Kindness at a Time
From Virginia Beach and Norfolk to Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Hampton, our region is home to vibrant neighborhoods, hardworking families, and a strong spirit of community.
Yet homelessness and housing insecurity remain challenges affecting individuals and families throughout Coastal Virginia.
As temperatures begin to drop in November, access to warm clothing, blankets, hygiene products, and everyday necessities becomes especially important for people without stable housing.
Through the Grateful Hearts Campaign, we hope to make a meaningful difference by bringing our neighbors together around one simple mission:
To provide warmth, dignity, and essential resources to individuals experiencing homelessness in Hampton Roads.
We know that one donation cannot solve homelessness. But we also know that small acts of kindness, multiplied across an entire community, can have a powerful impact.
What Can You Donate to Help People Experiencing Homelessness in Hampton Roads?
If you’re looking for ways to give back in Virginia Beach or the surrounding Hampton Roads communities this holiday season, our Grateful Hearts Campaign offers a simple opportunity to get involved.
We’re collecting the following essential items throughout November:
Winter Clothing and Warm Layers
- Warm coats and jackets
- Sweaters and other warm clothing
- Hats, gloves, and scarves
- Socks and undergarments
Blankets and Cold-Weather Essentials
- Warm blankets
- Sleeping bags
- Other supplies that help provide warmth and comfort
Hygiene and Personal Care Products
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste
- Soap and body wash
- Shampoo and other personal care items
- Deodorant
- Other everyday hygiene necessities
Additional Essential Supplies
We’re also collecting other practical items that can help individuals meet their daily needs.
Whether you contribute a winter coat, a blanket, or a package of socks, every donation represents something meaningful: a reminder that someone in our community cares.
How to Donate to the Grateful Hearts Campaign in Virginia Beach
We’ve made it easy for Hampton Roads residents, local businesses, friends, and families to participate.
Option 1: Shop Our Amazon Wish List
Want to help but don’t have time to drop off donations?
You can purchase items directly from our Grateful Hearts Amazon Wish List. Your purchases will be shipped directly to our team, making it convenient to give back from anywhere.
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Option 2: Drop Off Donations at CoVA Collective Realty
If you’re local to Virginia Beach, we’d love for you to stop by and contribute to our donation drive.
Donation Drop-Off Location:
CoVA Collective Realty
2017 Independence Boulevard
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Collection Dates: Throughout November
Donation Delivery: December 1
All collected donations will be delivered in partnership with Mercy’s Drops to help support individuals experiencing homelessness in our community.
Partnering With Mercy’s Drops to Serve Our Community
Community impact is always stronger when people and organizations work together.
We’re grateful to partner with Mercy’s Drops Community Resource Center for this year’s Grateful Hearts Campaign.
By joining forces, we can turn the generosity of our Hampton Roads neighbors into practical support for people facing difficult circumstances.
Our goal isn’t simply to collect supplies. It’s to help people feel seen, valued, and supported.
We believe everyone deserves compassion, dignity, and the reassurance that their community hasn’t forgotten them.
Why Giving Back Matters to CoVA Collective Realty
Real estate is about more than buying and selling houses.
It’s about people.
It’s about families putting down roots, neighbors looking out for one another, and communities becoming places where everyone has an opportunity to thrive.
At CoVA Collective Realty, our commitment to Hampton Roads extends beyond the closing table.
We live here. We work here. We raise our families here. And we believe in investing our time, energy, and resources into the communities that make Coastal Virginia such a special place to call home.
Our philosophy is simple:
We Build Different.
That means measuring success not only by the homes we help people buy or sell, but also by the positive difference we make in the lives of those around us.
The Grateful Hearts Campaign is one way we’re putting that commitment into action.
How Can You Help People Experiencing Homelessness in Hampton Roads This November?
You don’t have to make a large donation to make a meaningful difference.
There are several ways to support our campaign:
- Donate essential supplies. Contribute winter clothing, blankets, hygiene products, or other necessities.
- Shop our Amazon Wish List. Purchase needed items and have them shipped directly to our team.
- Share this campaign. Help spread the word among your friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors.
- Get your workplace involved. Encourage your colleagues or local business to collect donations together.
- Inspire others to give. Sometimes one act of generosity is all it takes to motivate someone else to participate.
Whether you’re a longtime Virginia Beach resident, a new homeowner in Chesapeake, a business owner in Norfolk, or someone who simply loves calling Hampton Roads home, you can be part of making a difference.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Grateful Hearts Campaign
Where can I donate winter coats and blankets in Virginia Beach this November?
CoVA Collective Realty is collecting coats, jackets, blankets, sleeping bags, and other essential supplies at 2017 Independence Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23455, throughout November as part of its Grateful Hearts Campaign.
What items are most needed for the Grateful Hearts Campaign?
The campaign is collecting warm clothing, coats, hats, gloves, scarves, blankets, sleeping bags, socks, undergarments, hygiene products, and other everyday essentials.
Can I donate without visiting the Virginia Beach drop-off location?
Yes! You can shop directly from the Grateful Hearts Amazon Wish List and have items shipped to the CoVA Collective Realty team.
Who benefits from the Grateful Hearts Campaign?
The campaign supports individuals experiencing homelessness in the Hampton Roads community. CoVA Collective Realty is partnering with Mercy’s Drops Community Resource Center to help distribute donated essentials.
When is the deadline to donate?
Donations are being collected throughout November, with collected items scheduled for delivery on December 1.
Can local Hampton Roads businesses participate?
Absolutely! Local businesses, real estate professionals, community organizations, families, and individuals are encouraged to get involved and help spread the word.
Let’s Turn Grateful Hearts Into Action, Hampton Roads!
This November, we’re inviting our entire Hampton Roads community to come together for something bigger than ourselves.
Because while we spend our days helping people find homes, we never want to forget those who are still searching for safety, stability, and warmth.
Together, we can make this season a little brighter for our neighbors in need.
A coat can bring warmth. A blanket can bring comfort. And a simple act of kindness can bring hope.
Join CoVA Collective Realty and Mercy’s Drops in making a difference through the Grateful Hearts Campaign.
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Drop Off Donations:
CoVA Collective Realty
2017 Independence Boulevard
Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Collecting Throughout November | Delivering December 1
From our CoVA family to yours, thank you for helping us build a stronger, more compassionate Hampton Roads.
CoVA Collective Realty | We Build Different.