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*All parenting resources listed have been reviewed so that unnecessary family separation via adoption is not pressured on clients who are vulnerable and/or in marginalized communities.
All services are listed in order by National, Statewide, Regional, County & City. National, State, and Regional links are verified annually with the latest verification date at the bottom of the page. County/City links are not verified annually due to volume. If you find that a County/City link is broken or a service is no longer available, please message the page so that it can be corrected for future use.
*Warning- Clicking on external links will open a new browser tab and send you to a website outside of The Family Preservation Project. The Family Preservation Project cannot be responsible for the accuracy of the information contained within other websites.
*Pregnancy related healthcare services can be found under Baby Care because these providers often offer parenting education and material support as well.
Healthcare
ATTENTION
Services are available for free to low-income patients. Service providers may offer help in broader areas/regions than the physical location listed. Many service providers offer case management.
National
Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers- Directory
National- low price medications- Blink Health
National- healthcare financing- Care Credit
National- prescription discount card- Coast2Coast
National- affordable medicines- CostPlus Drug Company
National- prescription discount card- Familywize
National- free clinic directory- Free Clinics
National- free/sliding fee dental clinic directory- Free Dental Care
National- prescription assistance- Good Rx
National- uninsured medication- Harbor Path
National- healthcare crowdfunding- Help Me Bounce
National- medicine assistance search engine- Medicine Assistance Tool
National- eyeglasses assistance- New Eyes
National- birth control, emergency contraception- Nurx
National- vision care- One Sight
National- patient assistance programs- Rx Assist
National- prescription assistance- Rx Outreach
National- free clinic directory- Volunteers in Medicine
Statewide
Statewide- free clinics- Directory
Statewide- health department directory- NACCHO
Regional
Eastern Virginia- healthcare- Bon Secours
Eastern Virginia- healthcare referrals- The Planning Council
Northern Virginia- medical & dental-Northern Virginia Family Service
Southeastern Virginia- medical, dental, vision, women’s health, prescriptions- Western Tidewater Free Clinic
Southwest Virginia- eyeglass assistance- Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems
West Central Virginia- prescription assistance- Carilion Clinic
County/City
Dumfries- prescription assistance- ACTS
Dumfries- prescription assistance- Dumfries United Methodist Church
Isle of Wight County- dental assistance- Isle of Wight Christian Outreach Program
Manassas- prescription assistance- ACTS
Manassas- free clinic- Catholic Charities
Roanoke- medical, dental, vision- G. Wayne Fralin Free Clinic
Roanoke- prescription assistance- Presbyterian Community Center
Roanoke- dental assistance- Total Action for Progress
Housing/Shelter
ATTENTION
Most service providers offer case management. Listings range from emergency to permanent. Many providers offer additional services in conjunction with housing; including childcare, healthcare, etc. Service providers may offer help in broader areas/regions than the physical location listed.
National
National- Affordable Housing
National- search sublets- Airbnb
National- CoAbode
National- Family Promise
National- For Rent By Owner
National- ICNA Relief
National- rent relief program directory- iProperty Management
National- Low Income Apartments
National (located in North Carolina, but applicable to out-of-state pregnant college students) (refers for adoption//please read Education and Voices before accepting or pursuing adoption material)– MiraVia
National- housing authority directory- Public Housing
National- rent assistance directory- Rent Assistance
National- multiple rental platforms- RentPath
National- find a roommate- Roomies
National- search rooms to rent- Spare Room
Statewide
Regional
Central Virginia- Community Housing Partners
Eastern Virginia- The Planning Council
Hampton Roads (no dependent children)- Hampton Roads Haven
Hampton Roads- HER Shelter
Hampton Roads- Samaritan House
Hampton Roads (domestic abuse)- The Genieve Shelter
Hampton Roads- The Union Mission Ministries
Northern Virginia- Community Housing Partners
Southeastern Virginia- For Kids Inc.
Tri-Cities- Flagler Housing & Homeless Services
Virginia Peninsula- The Salvation Army
County/City
Alexandria- Alive Inc.
Alexandria- Carpenter’s Shelter
Alexandria- Volunteers of America
Bealeton- The Victory Transitional House
Dumfries- ACTS
Dunn Loring- Second Story
Fredericksburg- Mary’s Shelter
Isle of Wight County- seasonal shelter- Isle of Wight County Mission of Hope
Newport News- Menchville House
Roanoke- Rescue Mission
Salem- Family Promise
Smithfield (seasonal shelter)- Trinity United Methodist Church
Suffolk- Housing Authority
Virginia Beach (domestic violence)- Samaritan House
Winchester- New Eve Maternity Home
Affordable Childcare
ATTENTION
Service providers range from national to local. Local listings have been searched by services including but not limited to: 24 hour care, extended hours, discounts, crisis nurseries, tuition assistance, scholarships, and sliding fees.
National
National- extended hours- Care.com
National- child care search- Care Lulu
National- newborn, temporary, permanent- Caring Nannies
National- campus-based child care services- CCAMPIS
Nationwide Directory- Childcare Center
National- Childcare Co-Op- Komae
National- Mom Trusted
National- emergency, sick child, postpartum, etc.- Nanny Poppinz
National- temporary or permanent- Sittercity
National- child care search- Tootris
National- temporary or permanent- Trusting Connections
National- child care search- Winnie
National- emergency child care- YMCA
Statewide
Statewide- child care resources- Child Care Aware of Virginia
Statewide- National Head Start Association
Regional
Eastern Virginia- childcare referrals- The Planning Council
Southwest Virginia- YWCA
County/City
Alexandria- Alive Inc.
Suffolk- 24 hours- Our Place 24hr Childcare
Government Programs
Programs Explained: Terms
Affordable Connectivity Program (broadband/internet)
CFPB (rental assistance programs)
Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Energy Assistance (includes water assistance)
HUD (Guaranteed-Income Programs, Rent Assistance, etc.)
Plan First (birth control access)
Baby Care
ATTENTION
Most Crisis/Resource Pregnancy Centers will encourage and refer for adoption. Please do your research before accepting or pursuing adoption materials. Adoption is a lifelong commitment to grief. Visit the Voices and Education pages on the website for more accurate information. A permanent solution should not be applied to a temporary problem.
National
National- car seat distribution directory- 800 Buck-L-Up
National- baby item discounts- Amazon Family
National- material assistance directory- Baby2Baby
National- (refers for adoption//please read Education and Voices before accepting or pursuing adoption material) maternal and perinatal service provider search- Bornbir
National- free baby items- Buy Nothing Project
National- portable crib directory- Cribs for Kids
National- free formula samples & coupons- Enfamil
National- family-focused support- Healthy Families America
National- cloth diapers- Jake’s Diapers
National- baby care package- Little Llamas USA
National- National Diaper Bank Network
National- one time free formula sample- Nature’s One
National- first time mom assistance- Nurse Family Partnership
National- diaper savings program- Pampers
National- parenting education, virtual services- Parents as Teachers
National- trade baby items/clothes- Rehash
National- car seat distribution directory- Safe Convertible Car Seats
National- (refers for adoption//please read Education and Voices before accepting or pursuing adoption material) family preservation assistance- Safe Families for Children
National- cloth diapers- Share the Love
National- rewards program- Similac
National- car seat trade-in events- Target Brands, Inc.
National (ages 13-23)- family support programs- Teen Mother Choices
National- cloth diapers- The Cloth Option
National- parental leave grant- The Mom Economy
Statewide
Statewide- free baby items- Freecycle
Statewide- car seat program- Virginia Department of Health
Regional
Hampton Roads- diaper bank directory- Greater Hampton Roads Diaper Bank
Hampton Roads- parenting education, home visits- Minus 9 to 5
Southwest Virginia- parenting classes- YWCA
County/City
Ashburn- cribs- Divine Mercy Outreach
Dumfries- children’s clothing- Dumfries United Methodist Church
Fredericksburg– (refers for adoption//please read Education and Voices before accepting or pursuing adoption material) baby closet, diapers, wipes, formula, etc. – Catholic Charities
Isle of Wight County- diapers- Isle of Wight Christian Outreach Program
Manassas- (refers for adoption//please read Education and Voices before accepting or pursuing adoption material) maternity & baby clothes- Birthright of Manassas
Roanoke- (refers for adoption//please read Education and Voices before accepting or pursuing adoption material) material support- Blue Ridge Women’s Center
Roanoke- diapers and wipes- Oakland Baptist Church
Child Support
General Assistance
ATTENTION
Most service providers offer case management. Help may be available in broader areas/regions than the physical location listed. Services include: food and clothing assistance, car repair and donation, employment services, case management, rent and utility assistance, transportation, holiday assistance, school supplies, homeless prevention, etc.
National
National- women scholarships- AAUW
National (must be nominated)- ages 3-16 mattresses, bed frames, bedding- A Hope to Dream
National- feminine hygiene products- Alliance For Period Supplies
National- garden fresh food assistance directory- Ample Harvest
National- school supplies, food assistance, clothing, etc.- Assistance League
National- cell phone assistance- Assurance Wireless
National- car donation program- Cars 4 Heroes
National- poverty relief program- Circles USA
National- internet discount- Comcast Internet Essentials
National- location-based resources- Community Action Partnership
National- professional clothing, workforce assistance- Dress for Success
National- school supply events- Eventbrite
National- scholarship database- Fastweb
National- backpack program- Feeding America
National- food bank directory- Feeding America
National- food bank directory- Food Finder
National- food assistance directory- Food Not Bombs
National- food pantry directory- Food Pantries
National- car donation program- Free Charity Cars
National- job search- Glassdoor
National- mortgage & lease assistance- Gradient Gives Back Foundation
National- food assistance, family services- ICNA Relief
National- job search- Indeed
National- on a budget meal plans- Kids Eat in Color
National- employment agency- Labor Finders
National- jobs access program- Lyft
National- financial assistance- Modest Needs
National- various assistance- Net Wish
National- summer food finder- No Kid Hungry
National- workforce staffing- PeopleReady
National- trade clothing- Rehash
National- wireless service- SafeLink
National- various assistance- Society of St. Vincent de Paul
National- education grants- Soroptimist
National- food assistance for summer- Summer Food Rocks
National- food assistance- The Little Free Pantry
National- job search for moms- The Mom Project
National- various assistance- The Salvation Army
National- school supply events, rent assistance, etc.- United Way
National- food assistance database- Why Hunger
National- car donation programs- Working Cars for Working Families
National- location based assistance- YMCA
Statewide
Statewide- public transit directory- American Public Transportation Association
Statewide- children’s bed assistance- Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Statewide- Operation Backpack- Volunteers of America
Regional
Eastern Virginia- car donation program, food assistance, financial assistance, etc.- Catholic Charities
Eastern Virginia- food bank directory- Food Bank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore
Eastern Virginia- school supplies, children’s clothing- YMCA
Hampton Roads- homeless services, food & clothing assistance, furniture- LINK of Hampton Roads
Hampton Roads- case management- Samaritan House
Northern Virginia- workforce development, vehicle program- Northern Virginia Family Service
Northern Virginia- car donations- The Car Ministry
Roanoke Valley- (refers for adoption//please read Education and Voices before accepting or pursuing adoption material) (some services may require referral)- food, furniture, general assistance- St. Andrew’s Catholic Church
Southern Virginia- car award program- Vehicles for Change
Southwest Virginia- food assistance directory- Feeding Southwest Virginia
Virginia Peninsula- food pantry- Five Loaves Food Pantry
Virginia Peninsula- food, utility, and holiday assistance, school supplies- The Salvation Army
Virginia Peninsula- food bank directory- Virginia Peninsula Food Bank
West Central Virginia- homeless prevention- Council of Community Services
West Central Virginia- food, clothing, household wares, furniture- The Agape Center
County/City
Alexandria- food pantry, monetary assistance, housewares, furniture, etc- Alive Inc.
Alexandria- food pantry- Christ House
Ashburn- job assistance program, household items, rent & utility assistance, clothing school supplies, food assistance, etc.- Divine Mercy Outreach
Bealeton- food pantry- Clara’s House Food Pantry
Bealeton- voucher program for clothes, furniture, etc.- Noah’s Ark Outreach
Boones Mill- food bank- Red Valley UMC
Bristol- food pantry- Bristol Emergency Food Pantry
Carrollton- food assistance- Healing Waters Worship Center
Catawba- food pantry- Grace Assembly of God
Dumfries- food pantry, utility assistance, thrift store vouchers, etc.- ACTS
Dumfries- food pantry, clothing, utility assistance, etc.- Dumfries United Methodist Church
Dumfries- food pantry, financial assistance, etc.- St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
Fincastle- food pantry- St. Marks Episcopal Church
Isle of Wight County- food assistance, emergency assistance, furniture- Isle of Wight Christian Outreach Program
Manassas- food pantry, utility assistance, thrift store vouchers, etc.- ACTS
Manassas- food pantry- Bread of Life
Manassas- food pantry- Prince of Peace UMC
Manassas- food pantry, clothing- weRchurch
Prince William County- food assistance-
Quantico- food pantry, financial assistance- St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
Richmond- bicycle transportation assistance- Rag & Bones Bicycle Co-Operative
Roanoke- food pantry- Bonsack Baptist Church
Roanoke- Casa Latina es una organización sin fines de lucro 501(c)(3) que atiende las necesidades de la comunidad hispana en el Valle de Roanoke- Casa Latina
Roanoke- food pantry- Fairview UMC
Roanoke- car care ministry- First Baptist Church of Roanoke
Roanoke- food pantry, hygiene items, financial education, school supplies, Christmas toys- Friendship House
Roanoke- food & clothing assistance, back to school events- High Street Baptist Church
Roanoke- food assistance- Kids Soar
Roanoke- financial assistance, food pantry- Presbyterian Community Center
Roanoke- daily meals- Rescue Mission
Roanoke- rent & utility assistance, day shelter- Roanoke Area Ministries
Roanoke- food assistance- Roanoke First Church of the Nazarene
Roanoke- food pantry- Rosalind Hills Baptist Church
Roanoke- food & clothing assistance- St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
Roanoke- daily meals- Samaritan Inn
Roanoke- homeless outreach- The Least of These Ministry
Roanoke- family services, employment training, financial services- Total Action for Progress
Roanoke- public transit- Valley Metro
Salem- food pantry- Bethel Baptist Church
Salem- food assistance, school supplies, clothing, hygiene items- Salem Area Ecumenical Ministries
Salem- food bank- Shiloh Baptist Church
Triangle- food pantry, financial assistance- St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
Windsor- emergency assistance, food and clothing, scholarships, etc.- Community Harvest Outreach Inc.
Woodbridge- food pantry, foreclosure prevention, etc.- Holy Family Catholic Church
Woodbridge- food pantry, clothing, etc.- St. Paul United Methodist Church
Woodbridge- school supplies, food giveaway, etc.- The Salvation Army
Woodbridge- food pantry, clothing, rental & utility assistance, etc.- The StreetLight
Support Groups
ATTENTION
All support groups listed are aimed to provide support in parenting. National organizations may provide local chapter listings.
National
National- CoAbode
National- La Leche League International
National- Meetup
National- Moms Club International
National- MOPS
National- Motherhood Redefined
National- Parents Without Partners
National- Peanut
National- Postpartum Support International
National- support group directory- Psychology Today
National- Single and Parenting
National- Single Mom
National- The Life of a Single Mom
Statewide
Statewide- pregnancy and post-partum- Seleni Institute
Regional
Southwest Virginia- YWCA
County/City
I Don’t See My City
Don’t worry. There are resource links added to the website every day and it’s possible that your area has not been researched yet. If the administrator is not currently working on other projects, your city can be made a priority. Please contact the page here.
Putative Father Registry
Father’s Rights Support- Sky is the Limit Foundation
Putative Father Registry explained here.
Adoption Law/Revocation
ATTENTION
This page does not provide legal services or advice. Adoption law and revocation is listed as a courtesy. The page attempts to link to the latest adoption codes in the respective state. Laws can change. Verify your adoption laws and revocation timeframes before signing termination of your parental rights.
The adoptive child is at least in the third calendar day of life, that birth parent or both birth parents, as the case may be, shall execute consent to the proposed adoption.
Revocation by either consenting birth parent for any reason for up to seven days from its execution; however, such seven-day revocation period may be waived in writing at the time of consent provided that the child is at least 10 days old.
End An Adoption Plan
If you are looking for help in severing your relationship with an adoption facilitator, revoking your legal consent to an adoption, or learning more about the adoption process and long-term effects, please contact Saving Our Sisters
CPS Assistance
Let Our Children Go seeks to restore those that have been wrongly separated from their families by providing assistance for reconnecting physically and emotionally. We also hope to offer aid and comfort to those whose family member passed on after separation.
Pay It Forward
If you have been a recipient of help, you know firsthand how essential volunteers and/or donations were to your success. Please consider volunteering for or donating to any of the vital organizations on this page.
Recommend a Service
Know a service applicable to moms and children in this state, but it’s not listed? Please share it by contacting the page: Here.
*This page does not provide legal advice
*Verified 6/23