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Thrive for Residents of the
City of Norfolk

Are you motivated to participate and embrace change?
  • Decrease debt
  • Buy a home
  • Change careers
  • Increase income
  • Plan for the future
  • Start a savings account
  • Advance your education
  • Find financial freedom
  • Connect to well-being resources

*These are not guaranteed, just possible outcomes of goals that can be set through our Thrive program.

Thrive is a long-term mentoring program and not an immediate financial assistance program. Individuals enrolled in the program may receive direct financial support with rent, mortgage, or utilities if it aligns with their goals, or if urgency occurs for them while in the program. To receive housing relief, individuals must actively be in the program and complete certain steps.*

Meet the income criteria for ALICE: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed
of renters spend at least 30% of their household income on housing
%
is the federal poverty level annual household income for a family of four
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HOW IT WORKS

  • Referral & Intake:
    After we receive your referral, you'll meet one-on-one with your mentor so they can assess your needs.
  • Care Coordination:
    With support from your mentor, you will set and achieve goals and be referred to community resources.
  • Closing the Loop:
    Your mentor will support you biweekly and you will receive incentives for each goal you accomplish.
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CONTACT

  • If you have questions after completing your application, please reach out via email or phone:
    nfkthrive@unitedwayshr.org
    757.239.5692 ext. 2400
Eligibility Requirements

LONG-TERM MOBILITY MENTORING PROGRAM

  • Resident of Norfolk, VA
  • Safely and stably housed (not living on the street/in an emergency shelter/at risk of eviction)
  • 18-years-of-age or older
  • Meet the income criteria of ALICE: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed population (see FAQ sheet)
  • Has earned income from employment, and/or is receiving veteran disability compensation

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TESTIMONIAL

"Norfolk has been home to not only me, but my family. I have been a Norfolk resident for over 15 years. I currently live with my youngest 2 children - Jeshua, who is 13, and Laylanie, who is 8. I moved to Ocean View area this year in March and found out about the Thrive program while attending a work community event at Norview High School. I was also informed about it through a mutual friend.

Once hearing about it, I was intrigued. I had never heard of the program before, and was so glad once I applied. The number of resources, guidance, empathy and trust has been great. Erika, who is my mentor, has been amazing. From the attentiveness to my goals, sending continuous resources tailored to my specific goals, to simply reaching out to make sure all is well with not only myself but my children. I have already recommended the program to others, and will continue to do so. Thank you for all you do." 

– Mayleen​

NFKthrive Intermediate Mentoring Program – Currently Closed

The intermediate mentoring program within NFKthrive is no longer accepting applications as of August 30, 2024.

If you are at risk of eviction, please contact the Regional Housing Crisis Hotline at 757-227-5932.