Auntie Advocate

01/09/2026

Justice for Xzavier!

Five years ago, his life was taken by the Virginia State Police, and not a day goes by that his absence isn’t felt.

There are moments I wish he were still here to see Kymani and Kyree growing, to laugh with them, to protect them, to be the big cousin I know he would have been. I wish my sister LaToya Benton didn’t have to carry this level of pain every single day. No mother should have to bury her child or fight for justice while grieving.

The justice system has shown us, time and time again, how unfair it can be—how lives like Xzavier’s are too often dismissed, minimized, or ignored. That truth still hurts. That anger still rises. But I stand on my faith. I believe that **God is a God of justice**, and **vengeance belongs to Him**. I may not see accountability the way I want to here on earth, but I trust God completely.

Xzavier’s life continues to fuel my purpose. Through **Auntie Advocate**, I keep showing up—for families, for children, for the forgotten, for the hurting. I-think back to that hot summer day when we stood at bus stops handing out **free popsicles**, just to make people smile, just to remind them they mattered. That was love in action. That was Xzavier’s spirit—giving, kind, present.

Today, I honor you, nephew.
Your life mattered.
Your name matters.
And your legacy lives on through every act of service, every fight for justice, and every ounce of faith I refuse to let go of.

🕊️💙

01/08/2026

🕊️ In Loving Memory of Xzavier Hill 🕊️
As January 9 quickly approaches, our hearts grow heavier, yet more determined to honor the life of Xzavier Hill. Xzavier was more than a name—he was a son, a nephew, a friend, a light, and a life that mattered deeply.
We remember his smile, his presence, his potential, and the love he brought into our family and community. Though his life was taken far too soon, his legacy lives on through our voices, our memories, and our commitment to truth, justice, and love.
On January 9, we pause to remember Xzavier—not only in grief, but in strength. We carry him with us every day. We speak his name. We honor his life. And we will never forget.
Forever loved. Forever missed. Forever remembered.
🕊️💙

01/08/2026

If the ICE officer was recently harmed in another incident, why would he get in front of a car?

01/08/2026

✨ Community Call to Action! ✨

Family, friends, and supporters — please take a moment to visit Volunteer Hampton Roads and nominate Auntie Advocate for the Volunteer Achievement Award.

Auntie Advocate exists to serve, uplift, and advocate for our community through love, resources, and purpose. This nomination helps shine a light on the impact being made and the lives being touched every day.

⏰ Nominations are due by Friday, February 27, 2026.
Your support means everything. Please share, nominate, and help us continue the work! 💙

Click the link below :

https://www.volunteerhr.org/nominate

01/08/2026

✨ Community Call to Action! ✨

Family, friends, and supporters — please take a moment to visit Volunteer Hampton Roads and nominate Auntie Advocate for the Volunteer Achievement Award.

Auntie Advocate exists to serve, uplift, and advocate for our community through love, resources, and purpose. This nomination helps shine a light on the impact being made and the lives being touched every day.

⏰ Nominations are due by Friday, February 27, 2026.
Your support means everything. Please share, nominate, and help us continue the work! 💙

Click the link below :

https://www.volunteerhr.org/nominate

Nominate your volunteer hero!

01/07/2026

Be Intentional About Supporting Auntie Advocate in 2026** ✨

As we step into 2026, we’re asking our village to be **intentional** about supporting **Auntie Advocate**. This work is not just advocacy — it’s survival, stability, and dignity for families who are one bill away from crisis.

Your support helps us respond **in real time** when families are facing eviction notices, utility disconnections, and emergency needs that cannot wait.

💜 **CashApp:** **$AuntieAdvocate**

Here are **10 ways your support directly helps families**:

1️⃣ Helps pay **rent assistance** to prevent eviction
2️⃣ Covers **disconnect notices** (electric, gas, water) so families aren’t left in the dark
3️⃣ Supports **emergency housing stabilization**
4️⃣ Assists families during **medical crises or loss of income**
5️⃣ Provides **advocacy and navigation support** for overwhelmed parents
6️⃣ Helps keep **children housed and stable** during hardship
7️⃣ Supports families transitioning after **domestic violence or trauma**
8️⃣ Allows us to respond quickly to **urgent community needs**
9️⃣ Helps maintain **program operations** so help doesn’t stop
🔟 Ensures families feel **seen, supported, and not alone**

Even a small contribution makes a real impact when multiplied by community care.

If you’ve ever believed in **mutual aid, compassion, and showing up**, this is one way to do it.

🙏🏽 Please give, share, and pray for the families we serve.
Together, we can make 2026 a year of **intentional support and real change**.

💜 **$AuntieAdvocate**

01/03/2026

Happy New Year 🙌🏾🤍🥂If you’re available this Sunday come join us for a Stop the Violence Cook out at J&K Grill in Virginia Beach this will be supported by several nonprofits in the community. We have to let our voices be heard and build up our community! 🤝🏾🔒🖤

Starts at 3p

6557 College Park Square suite 29, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

12/12/2025

Family, we need your help! 🎄❤️
As we prepare for our 3rd Annual Toys for Tots Program, we are asking each family to adopt 2 children for Christmas. The event will be hosted on December 21st at Broadstone Apartments.
This is our chance to come together and make a real difference. 🙏
Instead of buying that cup of coffee or eating out for a day, let’s think about someone else and bless a child who truly needs it this season.
If you’re willing to help, please let me know so I can assign you your children.
Thank you, family — let’s make this Christmas special for them. ❤️🎁✨

11/20/2025

Toys for Tots Update:

Thank you for reaching out about receiving toys through Auntie Advocate for Toys for Tots!

We will be sending out a Google Form for each family to complete. Please note that submitting the form does not guarantee toys, as all items depend on availability and program allocation.

To stay updated, be sure to follow Auntie Advocate on Facebook and Instagram. That is the best way to receive all announcements, deadlines, and pick-up information.

Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to serving our community!

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

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