Question 1

How can I donate or contribute to your cause?

Accepted Answer

There are so many ways to support our mission. We accept monetary donations of cash, checks, money orders, credit cards, and CASH APP ($CANORGINC). 
Visit us at https://www.compassionadvocacynetwork.org/get-involved to learn how to impact Hampton Road's vulnerable, exploited, and underserved communities and beyond today!

Question 2

Are there specific items or groceries that are most needed for donation?

Accepted Answer

Due to some of our seniors' dietary restrictions, we prefer to purchase food items ourselves and ask for your monetary donations to support that effort.

Question 3

How can I request assistance for a senior in need?

Accepted Answer

Call us at 757-622-8226 or Email us at contact@compassionadvocacynetwork.org and describe the nature of the need.

Question 4

Do you have eligibility criteria for seniors to receive support?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We are able to assist seniors that meet the following criteria:

Elderly persons 62 years or older; (a) Single-family (must be 100% LMI) (b) Multi-unit (must be 51% LMI) 51% of clientele to be served are disabled, elderly, veterans, LMI low-to-moderate-income residents/areas. For Families Dealing with Cancer, proof of treatment from the attending physician is needed.

Question 5

Can I volunteer to help distribute care items or groceries?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! We are always looking for CAN helpers (volunteers) on CAN Help! Bag Stuffing Day, Compassion on the Move Mobile Food Pantry giveaway days, and when we pick up pallets of food to sort and store for future distribution days.

Question 6

What areas do you serve or which regions are eligible for your services?

Accepted Answer

We serve communities in Northern Virginia (Woodbridge, Fairfax Alexandria), Southeastern Virginia (Hampton Roads, Northeastern North Carolina (Currituck, Elizabeth City, Hertford), Lowcountry SC (Charleston, Monck Corner), and South Florida (Plantation, Miami Lakes) nursing homes.

Question 7

How can I organize a fundraising event to support your cause?

Accepted Answer

Call us at 757-622-8226 to discuss your idea, and our fundraising team will help you bring it to life.

Question 8

Do you collaborate with local businesses or organizations for donations or support?

Accepted Answer

We are always looking to attend business networking events. We are members of the Ghent Business Association, BNI, Virginia Beach, and Norfolk Task Force on Aging. We welcome any business that wants to conduct a fundraising day on our behalf to call us at 757-622-8226.

Question 9

Are there opportunities for corporate sponsorships or partnerships?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer an integrated marketing program that offers benefits for corporate sponsorships and partnership opportunities. Contact us at 757-622-8226, and we will gladly discuss those business-building opportunities.

Question 10

Are there seasonal initiatives or special programs for seniors during holidays or difficult times?

Accepted Answer

We're so glad you asked! CAN delivers special CAN Help! bags during Thanksgiving and for our CAN Christmas initiative. If volunteering for these initiatives would warm your heart, we invite you to check out our "Get Involved" page to connect with us.

Additionally, we offer one-to-one friendship relations to combat isolationism and food supplement programs to fight food hunger among seniors.

Question 11

Is Compassion Advocacy Network a church?

Accepted Answer

No, we are not a church. We are a Community Development Corporation recognized by the IRS as a 501 (C) (3) public charity.

Question 12

How much of your funds power your actual programs?

Accepted Answer

CAN uses donations to support its charitable programs and the operations required to deliver them. Because program and operating costs vary from year to year, CAN does not promise a fixed percentage. Current financial information is available through our publicly posted Form 990.

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