Jacob's Chance

09/06/2025

09/06/2025

Join Jacob’s Chance and Henrico Recreation & Parks for an unforgettable night of Moviestar Karaoke! 🎶✨ Whether you’re a seasoned singer or just want to belt it out with friends, this is your chance to hit the stage, have fun, and show off your inner star.

Learn more today at jacobschance.org/enrichment-programs

09/04/2025

Registration is now open for Flag Football! Ages 5-40 get registered today at jacobschance.org/athletics

09/03/2025

We’re looking for volunteers to join our Day Enrichment Programs - especially ART and our brand-new Wildcard Wednesday!

Just one hour a week can bring fun, friendship, and a chance to make a real difference.

🎨 Art from the Heart (with our amazing partners at Art on Wheels)
📍 Westover Hills United Methodist Church
🗓 Every Tuesday | 2:45–3:45 PM

🎲 Wildcard Wednesday
📍 Various Richmond locations
🗓 Every Wednesday | 10:30–11:30 AM
Try out art projects, learn new skills, and explore exciting interests!

👉 Programs kick off next week — sign up today to be part of our incredible volunteer team: jacobschance.org/volunteer

09/03/2025

🌟🎤 Show Us Your Talent! 🎶✨

Jacob’s Chance is now accepting registrations for our A Chance to Shine Talent Showcase! 🎭🎵 Whether you sing, dance, act, play an instrument, or have a unique talent to share — this is YOUR moment to shine on stage. 💫

Register today at Jacobschance.org/fundraising

09/02/2025

Join us at the “market”! Design and decorate your own reusable produce bag, embark on an exciting food-themed scavenger hunt, and craft playful edible sculptures using colorful fruits and veggies.
Ages 5+ learn more today at Jacobschance.org/enrichment-programs

09/02/2025

Returning in 2025, the Dominion Energy Charity Classic is hosting the 5K at Hardywood Brewery – West Creek. In partnership with Sports Backers and Performance Food Group, this event will take place on Wednesday, September 24 at 6:00pm and benefit local non-profit organizations (Including Jacob's Chance) that participate in Birdies for Charity presented by TowneBank. 100% of race participant entry fees will go back to the participating Birdies for Charity organization selected during the time of registration. Join our Jacob's Chance running team to give back to our community today! https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/RaceGroup-1831915?raceId=147516

Unable to attend the 5K, but still want to do your part? Birdies for Charity presented by TowneBank is a fundraising platform, operating in conjunction with the Dominion Energy Charity Classic, that enables Virginia-based 501(c)(3)s to receive a 10% bonus on charitable contributions. Participating charities (Including Jacob's Chance) will receive all donations collected on their behalf, minus credit card fees (if applicable) plus the additional 10% bonus. Donate today at https://p2p.onecause.com/dominionbfc/charity/jacobs-chance

09/02/2025

Only a few hours left!! Get your Jacob’s Chance tee TODAY!!

08/29/2025

Last weekend Jacob's Chance joined Friendship Circle of Virginia and Sportable - Richmond Adaptive Sports & Recreation for an inclusive afternoon of adaptive sports, friendship, and community at the 2nd Annual All Abilities Sports Day! Participants, families, and volunteers all came together for an opportunity to try adaptive basketball, pickleball, goalball, and seated volleyball, while also enjoying snacks, making crafts, and utilizing the cool sensory area!

A huge thank you to our partner, Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation, for making this event possible by providing the beautiful James M. Holland Recreation Complex at Beulah!

Big shout out to our incredible coaches from Jacob's Chance and the amazing ambassadors from Sportable! Thank you for empowering our participants to try adaptive sports and build their confidence!

S/o to Richmond Volleyball Club for providing volleyball equipment and instructors, as well as capturing the excitement of the day!

A heartfelt thank you to our volunteers who guided and supported our participants every step of the way! Your encouragement and enthusiasm meant a lot!

Thank you to our wonderful sponsors for your generous support! We couldn’t have done it without you! QTS Data Centers, Wegmans, and Starbucks at Gayton, for generously providing snacks and refreshments.

Thanks to everyone who came together to make this event happen and to help build a stronger and more inclusive community for all!

08/29/2025

We want to hear YOUR story! Send us a quote and be featured on the walls of our brand new home! ❤️💙 Form closes 9/1, so send us your stories today!

Tell Us YOUR Jacob's Chance Story!

As you may have heard, Jacob's Chance has a new office on Westover Hills Boulevard. Since our participants, caregivers, volunteers, and other community members make up the heart of Jacob's Chance, we want your help bringing that heart into our new space. We will be decorating our walls with real stories of how Jacob's Chance has impacted the lives of those we serve - and we want to hear from YOU.

Share YOUR Jacob's Chance story with us for a chance for your testimonial and photo to be featured on the walls of our new space, and be a part of making it feel like home!

Please take a few minutes before September 1 to fill out our quick form here: https://forms.gle/azxufwvcm5Vak4pv9

08/28/2025

From Kayaking and Rafting to Fishing and Climbing, this summer full of Adventures with Jacob’s Chance was one for the books! 📸💙

Thank you to every participant, volunteer, and supporter who helped make these memories possible, and a huge thank you to Beyond Boundaries for always being such an incredible partner!

Here’s to adventure, inclusion, and a whole lot of fun!"

08/27/2025

FALL FLASH T-SHIRT SALE!!!

Get ready for the changing fall weather with a new t-shirt and support Jacob's Chance! From moisture-wicking polyester for those more active days, to a long- or short-sleeved cotton for a cozier feel, get yours today and support the mission!

Order here by August 31st: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/FRqP4AJC72D9K0Ib2757IA