Two months into the COVID-19 pandemic, we asked our neighbors – program participants, alumni, and parents – two questions: What have you learned in quarantine, and how do you stay positive in quarantine? We have compiled their self-recorded answers into a video that’s by our neighbors, for our neighbors. We’re calling it “Abundant Wisdom.”
Thank you to everyone who participated! Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more video content!
October 20, 2026
In a recent interview with Katrina Hunter, mother of former participant Rashard Davis, we asked about her journey with Abundant Life over the years. As a deeply involved community member, her insights beautifully illustrate the power of love, consistency, and dedication. Thank you, Katrina, for not only leading our 2026 United Way Day of Caring, but for setting a powerful example of what...
September 26, 2026
On September 16, dedicated volunteers participating in the United Way's annual Day of Caring blessed us with their time and talents. We were thrilled to welcome them into our community to breathe new life into 782 Prospect with a fresh coat of paint. We want to especially shout out Katrina, Vera, Sally, Tonya, Janelle, and Alana for the dedication you all showed despite the intensity of...
September 10, 2026
This summer, Abundant Life's 5/8 Club partnered with UVA Health Office of Community Engagement and Health Outcomes to pilot a healthy eating program. The second week, we took the boys shopping and learned how to read nutrition labels and ingredient lists, to know what we are putting in our bodies. We did a fun activity where the guys were tasked with finding the healthiest and unhealthiest...
