Community Empowerment: Empowering Communities, Changing Lives
The Ames Foundation is a community-rooted nonprofit dedicated to changing lives by empowering communities and advancing health equity, access, and prevention across Virginia.
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Plant a seed for prevention, early awareness, and healthier
Help Build Healthier Communities
Your gift helps The Ames Foundation provide health education, screening supplies, and home monitoring tools for individuals and families affected by high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease.
$25 supports health education materials
$100 helps provide a Home Health Monitoring Kit
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Community Voices Session
The Ames Foundation, in partnership with the Hampton & Peninsula Health Districts, invites Newport News residents to participate in a Community Voices Listening Session.
This session is an opportunity to share your experiences, concerns, and ideas about health and quality of life in your community. Your feedback will help identify local needs and inform future health programs, resources, and community partnerships.
Date: Wednesday, July 22
Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Location: Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center
Charles Allen Board Room
2410 Wickham Avenue
Newport News, VA 23607
Light refreshments will be provided. Participants must be 18 or older.
Registration is encouraged.
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New Project Announcement
The Ames Foundation is proud to announce our participation in the Building Bridges Learning Community, in partnership with the Hampton and Peninsula Health Districts and connected to the American Public Health Association’s Center for Public Health Policy.
This project supports our mission to advance health equity, strengthen community trust, and improve access to prevention-focused health education. Through this partnership, we will work to bridge the gap between community voice, public health systems, and practical tools that help residents better understand their health numbers and take early action.
As part of this work, The Ames Foundation will support community-centered engagement focused on chronic disease prevention, heart health, kidney health, health literacy, and stronger connections between residents and trusted public health resources.
This work is deeply personal and aligned with our commitment to helping communities feel informed, supported, and empowered in their health journey.
More updates coming soon as this project develops.
Get Involved
Join us in making a difference in our community. Volunteer your time, donate to our cause, or attend one of our events. Together, we can create a better future.
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Now Forming: The Peninsula Community Wellness & Prevention Alliance
The Ames Foundation is proud to lead the development of the Peninsula Community Wellness & Prevention Alliance, a collaborative network of local partners, public health leaders, faith organizations, and community advocates dedicated to changing lives and empowering communities by improving health outcomes across Hampton Roads. Our shared goal is to strengthen early detection, disease prevention, and equitable access to care for residents of Newport News, Hampton, and surrounding areas.
Our Focus Areas
Chronic disease prevention (Kidney, Heart, and Diabetes Health)
Mental health and wellness
Nutrition and food access
Physical activity and aging
Environmental and neighborhood health
Join the Alliance
Help us build a stronger, healthier Peninsula. We’re inviting organizations, providers, and residents to join the conversation and help shape our 2025 action plan.
Advocate for Change
Join us in advocating for policy change that empowers communities and helps in changing lives for a better future for all. From lobbying to public demonstrations, there's always something you can do with The Ames Foundation to make a difference.