๐ŸŒŸ Transforming Lives. Strengthening Communities. Building a Brighter East End.

31st Cares empowers children, families, and communities in Richmondโ€™s East End through mentorship, education, wellness, and sustainable community development.

๐Ÿ’› Our Mission

31st Cares exists to provide equitable opportunities, essential resources, and life-changing support for families in Richmondโ€™s East End. Through youth development, education, food access, wellness initiatives, and long-term community investment, we open doors to stability, growth, and success.

๐Ÿ“˜ The Drs. William and Jacqueline Joyner Scholarship

Supporting students with academic resources, financial aid, and mentorship as they pursue higher education and career success.

๐Ÿง‘๐Ÿพโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Man Talk RVA Summer Academy

A transformative leadership and character-building program for young menโ€”shaping future leaders through mentoring, academics, and community engagement.

๐ŸŽ Food Security Partnerships

Working with FeedMore, RVA Community Fridges, and local organizations to fight hunger and expand access to fresh, healthy foods.

๐Ÿ’ผ Entrepreneurship & Workforce Development

Equipping young adults with business training, financial literacy, and hands-on career development opportunities.

๐Ÿ“Š Our Impact โ€” Powered by Your Support

  • โญ 250+ students empowered through leadership & academic programs

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  • ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ 100+ meals distributed in partnership with food access organizations

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  • ๐ŸŽ“ 10+ scholarships awarded to East End youth

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  • ๐Ÿ™Œ 25+ volunteers serving across our initiatives

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  • ๐ŸŽ“ 4 Area Schools adopted

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๐Ÿ  Coming Soon: A visionary Community Life Center for housing, fitness, education, and multipurpose programming

๐Ÿ’ฌ Real Stories. Real Change.

"Before joining Man Talk RVA, I didnโ€™t know what my future looked like. Now Iโ€™m confident, focused, and preparing for college.โ€
โ€” Program Participant
Designer

๐Ÿคฒ You Can Change a Life Today

๐Ÿ’– Your Gift Makes Transformation Possible

  • Your support helps break cycles of poverty, builds educational pathways, and strengthens families across Richmondโ€™s East End.

๐Ÿ’– A Special Thanks to Our Partners

Communities In Schools
UpRVA

๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ Community. Compassion. Change.