FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 5, 2016 SETON YOUTH SHELTERS ANNOUNCES 2016-2018 OFFICERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AT ANNUAL MEETING Virginia Beach, Virginia—Seton Youth Shelters announced the 2016-2018 installation of Officers of its Board of Directors at the organization’s July 26, 2016 annual meeting, officials reported today. Officers for the 2016-2018 term are: President, …
Thrift Store USA is recycling items and energy thanks to solar panels
NORFOLK, Va. – Thrift Store USA is recycling items and giving them a second chance in a new home. Now, the store itself is recycling energy. The 130-kilowatt system perched atop the Norfolk store generates enough power for at least 10 homes. “It’s the largest privately owned system in Hampton Roads,” said Chad Wilkins with …
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Seton in the News, #ThrowbackThursday 2006:
Van patrol from Seton House goes looking for young people in need THIS LATE Wednesday afternoon, the van roamed East Ocean View Avenue in Norfolk – past half-million-dollar houses, snow-white picket fences – and made a right onto the shaded bay streets. It slowed near a park, the driver barely glancing at the four boys …
Seton in the News: July 17, 2016 Zumbathon fundraiser helps at-risk youth purchase school supplies
VIRGINIA BEACH Over 40 people danced and sweated their hearts out Sunday to raise money for children who need school supplies. The Virginia Beach Jaycees, a leadership training organization for adults ages 18 to 40, sponsored the first Zumbathon at the Inlet Fitness gym as a fundraiser for the Seton Youth Shelters Mentoring Children …
Seton in the News, June 15, 2016: Children of the Penal System Learn Hope on the Dance Floor
Despite the smiling invitations from the teacher to join in, one little girl in the corner of the bright, aqua-painted studio refused to dance. Instead, she hid behind her mentor, occasionally peeking out at the others as they played. A cool autumn breeze blew in through the open studio door. It was the first day …
Seton in the News. Feb. 3, 2016 : Cox Connections
Providing emergency shelter, counseling and support, Seton Youth Shelters is a group that is celebrating their 30th Anniversary of support to the community. Street outreach, mentoring programs, etc. are just part of what this group does for the community. Hear the details as they visit Cox Connections.
Seton in the News, January 21, 2016: Homeless Youth Can Seek Shelter from Winter Weather
“ “VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — When winter weather hits, many of us have a safe, warm shelter. But, local organizations are working to protect those who don’t, especially homeless children and teens. There are an estimated 800 to 1,000 homeless youth in Hampton Roads. As the weather gets colder, the temperatures and conditions can pose …
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Nearly 1,000 volunteers to pack 16,000 pounds of Thanksgiving food
NORFOLK, Va. (WVEC) – Over 900 volunteers will be packing nonperishable food for 14 non-profits, including homeless and domestic abuse shelters, the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank on Saturday. Non-profits benefiting this year include: Seton Youth Shelters, Barrett Haven, ForKids, The Genieve Shelter, H.E.R. Shelter, Hope House Foundation, Judeo-Christian Outreach Center, NATASHA …
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Seton in the News, Nov. 1, 2015: My Mentor, My Friend
Here in Tidewater, local organizations like Seton Youth Shelters, Girls with Goals Alliance, and The Up Center connect passionate mentors with children in need of extra guidance. Let’s take a look at a few inspiring mentor/mentee relationships and learn more about the benefits of mentoring. Home Current Issue Go-To Guides Family Travel Health Learning & …
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Seton in the News, Sept. 21, 2015: Hundreds scarf down oysters to support local charities
They shucked and pulled and yanked and chomped. They ate their oysters without a prompt. They slathered them in butter and Texas Pete. No other oysters could compete. They feasted and feted without a care. Oysters, oysters, everywhere. More than 1,300 partygoers blazed through thousands of oysters at the Cape Henry Rotary Club’s 32nd annual …
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