Auntie Advocate

10/08/2025

Praying 🙏🏾

Virginia Del. Candi King and her husband, Josh King, of Woodbridge, announced on Monday the death of their daughter, Candis Gabriella King, after a battle with sickle cell disease. She was 15.

09/28/2025

We had an inspiring Serving Sunday with Bruce Jones Love Ministries, and we owe a massive thank you to the amazing student volunteers who showed up!

Thank you to SOLACE - students at Hampton University and the sisters of the Raaaadiant Rho Nu Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated from ODU for giving your time and energy to our mission. Your commitment to service is truly appreciated by Auntie Advocate and the entire community we serve.

Auntie Advocate (founded 2022) may have moved from Hampton Roads to Dumfries, VA in 2023 but we’re still able to coordinate impactful volunteer efforts in the area thanks to our fantastic ongoing relationship with Volunteer Hampton Roads

Get Involved with Auntie Advocate

Are you an organization in need of volunteer support in Hampton Roads? Please reach out—we’d love to connect you with dedicated helpers.

Ready to roll up your sleeves? Anyone interested in volunteering for future opportunities, please contact us!

09/28/2025

Long post alert…. Must read 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

Yesterday I stopped at 7-Eleven, and a man asked me for some change. I usually don’t carry cash, but I remembered I had some coins in my car. I told him, “Give me a minute,” and he replied, “I’ll wait until you come out the store.”

When I came back out, I gathered all the coins I could find—mostly just pennies—and handed them to him. He received them with no hesitation. Then I asked him, “Did you pray today?” He said, “Yes, sometimes,” but I pressed, “What about today?” He looked at me and said, “You gonna pray for me?” I told him, “Yes, let’s pray right now. Close your eyes.”

I asked what his needs were, and as I began to pray, he put his arm around me. I’ll be honest—I was a little scared—but I kept praying. My car was still running, so I prayed with my eyes open. At one point, he opened his eyes too, and I could see something shift in him—there was hope.

I prayed for God to open doors for him, to reveal Himself in his life, and for someone at that very 7-Eleven to step in and be a blessing to him.

This moment reminded me: when we see someone in need, we must stop judging. If you can do something—big or small—don’t delay. Do it immediately.

“Do not withhold good… when it is in your power to act.” – Proverbs 3:27

09/17/2025

A family has reached out to Auntie Advocate in need of urgent help — they need $800 for rent. We’re asking our amazing community to come together and help if you can.
You can support in a couple of ways:
1️⃣ Donate directly to the family’s rental company (we can provide details upon request)
2️⃣ CashApp: $757-632-5697
Every little bit helps, and your generosity can make a real difference in keeping this family in their home. 🙏🏾✨
Thank you for showing up and being a blessing! 💛

09/10/2025

Community, we need your support.

A mother in our community recently relocated to Virginia Beach, over 3 hours away, after her youngest child was harmed by a family member. For the safety of her children, she made the brave decision to leave everything behind and start over.

While they have been blessed with food and food stamps, this family is still in urgent need of clothing, furniture, and essentials to make their new home stable and comfortable.

Immediate needs include:

Clothing for teen son (16): Pants 48x32, Shirts 5XL, Shoes size 13 wide

Clothing for younger son (8): Navy pants size 8 for school uniform, Size 10 tops

Furniture/Household: Bed frames, dressers, bookshelf

If you are able to donate, connect us to resources, or share this post, it will go a long way in helping this mom rebuild a safe and supportive environment for her children.

💜 Thank you for being the village.

Auntie Advocate

08/26/2025

📢 Community Support Needed

We have a mom in need of help providing clothes and essentials for her children. If you’re able to bless this family, please comment below and I can provide an address for drop-off or mailing. The family is located in Windsor, VA.
👕 Clothing & Shoe Needs:

Boy, age 9 – jeans size 12, shirts size Small, shoes size 5

Boy, age 11 – jeans size 16, shirts size Medium, shoes size 7

Boy, age 13 – jeans size 16, shirts size Medium, shoes size 7.5

Girl, age 14 – jeans size 14, shirts size Medium, shoes size 6

Girl, age 16 – jeans size 15, shirts size Medium, shoes size 8

Girl, age 17 – jeans size 15, shirts size Medium, shoes size 7.5

🧦 Additional Needs:
Boxers (boys)
Socks (boys & girls)
Women’s underwear
Hair products

Any support is greatly appreciated—whether new or gently used items. Thank you in advance for showing love to this family ❤️

08/06/2025

Every time you serve, give, or speak life into someone else — you’re planting seeds. 🌱
You may not see the fruit right away, but trust me, God never misses a seed sown in love.
Whether it’s a kind word, a helping hand, a prayer, or just showing up — it matters.
Matthew 5:14 says, “You are the light of the world.”
That means we’re not here to hide our gifts or dim our light because of how others respond. We’re here to shine — boldly and humbly — and make a difference wherever we go.

Serving others isn’t about recognition — it’s about obedience.
It’s about becoming more like Christ, who came not to be served, but to serve.

Even when no one claps, even when you feel overlooked — keep sowing.
Because in due season, your harvest will come. God honors those who honor others.

So stay faithful. Keep shining. Keep planting seeds.
You’re not just helping others grow — you’re preparing the ground for your own breakthrough. 🌾💛