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At SafeHaven, every child is valued, supported, and surrounded by a community that believes in their greatness.

SafeHaven Empowerment Center is a program of the Antoine Bethea Family Foundation, serving youth and families across Hampton Roads with a mission to uplift, empower, and guide the next generation. Through year-round programs—including after-school enrichment, mentorship, leadership development, food distribution, creative arts, and our community clothing closet—we provide a safe, nurturing environment where young people can grow academically, emotionally, and socially.

10/30/2026

🍂❤️ Mark your calendars—there’s so much happening at SafeHaven!

Our November–December Community Connections calendar is here! Join us for opportunities to learn, connect, and celebrate the season together.

NOVEMBER
❤️ Nov. 7: CPR/AED Training with Riverside Athletic Trainers | 8 AM–Noon
🦃 Nov. 19: Turkey Giveaway + Thanksgiving Food Distribution | 4–6 PM
💪 Nov. 20: Senior Engage — Chair Fitness Class | 11 AM–1 PM

DECEMBER
❤️ Dec. 5: CPR/AED Training with Riverside Athletic Trainers | 8 AM–Noon
📜 Dec. 11: Senior Engage — The Importance of Having a Will | 11 AM–1 PM
🎁 Dec. 19: 2nd Annual Winter Extravaganza — Bethea Family Foundation Toy Giveaway | 1–4 PM
❄️ Dec. 21, 22, 28 & 29: Winter Holiday Program | 1–4 PM each day

📌 PLANNING TO JOIN US? REGISTER HERE:
https://forms.gle/q9a5SZpfQPv7UxqX9

Registration is required for CPR/AED training, Senior Engage, the Toy Giveaway, and the Winter Holiday Program.

🦃 One FREE turkey per family with required turkey registration. Don’t need a turkey? You’re still welcome at the Thanksgiving Food Distribution!

❄️ Winter Holiday Program welcomes former and current summer camp and afterschool participants.

📍 SafeHaven Empowerment Center
429 Thorncliff Drive, Newport News
📞 757.969.5613

Share this calendar with your family, friends, and neighbors. Let’s stay connected this season! 🤝

10/21/2026

💈✂️ FRESH CUTS. BIG SMILES. REAL COMMUNITY IMPACT! 🔥

A fresh haircut is more than just a new look. It's a confidence boost, a reason to smile, and a reminder that YOU matter! 💙

At SafeHaven Empowerment Center, we're helping our community LOOK GOOD, FEEL GOOD & SHOW UP CONFIDENT! 🙌🏾

💈 FREE COMMUNITY HAIRCUTS!

📅 1st & 3rd Mondays: 3 PM – 6 PM
📅 Every Other Wednesday: 9 AM – 12 PM
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✨ No cost. Just care, community, and fresh cuts!

Because at SafeHaven, we're doing more than cutting hair. We're building confidence, restoring dignity, and creating smiles, one haircut at a time! 💙

📢 SPREAD THE WORD! Tag a friend, tell a neighbor, and share this opportunity with someone who could use a fresh cut!

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10/19/2026

🤝🏾✨ MONDAY MOTIVATION | STRONGER TOGETHER, BETTER TOGETHER! 💙💛

What if the greatest resource our community has… is EACH OTHER? 💭

This week's with Marcellus Harris, Executive Director of SafeHaven Empowerment Center, is a powerful reminder that real community transformation happens through COLLABORATION, not competition! 🙌🏾

At SafeHaven, we see firsthand what happens when passionate people, dedicated volunteers, local businesses, and community partners come together with one shared purpose: TO SERVE! ❤️

Thanks to the vision and continued commitment of our founder, Antoine Bethea, and the generosity of those who pour into our center, we're able to create opportunities, connect families with resources, and make a meaningful impact throughout Newport News.

💡 Imagine what MORE we could accomplish if we put egos aside, broke down silos, and brought our talents, resources, and ideas to the SAME TABLE!

📣 WE'RE CALLING ON OUR COMMUNITY!

🤝🏾 Businesses: Let's explore meaningful partnerships.

💙 Volunteers: Your time and talents can change lives.

🌟 Community leaders & organizations: Let's connect our resources and expand our reach.

There's room at the table for YOU!

📍 Join us on Thornecliffe Drive in Newport News, VA, and help us continue building a stronger, brighter community.

💬 TAG a business, organization, or community champion you'd love to see collaborate with SafeHaven! 👇🏾

Because when we work together, WE ALL MOVE FORWARD! 🚀

Enlighten the Community. Empower the Citizens. Enhance the City.

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10/12/2026

✨ MONDAY MOTIVATION | BELIEVE IN YOURSELF! 💙💛

When doubt creeps in, KEEP BELIEVING.
When fear shows up, KEEP BELIEVING.
When life gets frustrating, KEEP BELIEVING! 🙌🏾

This week's with Marcellus Harris, Executive Director of SafeHaven Empowerment Center, is a powerful reminder that no matter where you are in life's journey, BELIEVE IN YOURSELF! 💪🏾

🎓 To the student preparing for the next chapter.
💼 To the job seeker waiting for that opportunity.
🌱 To the adult working toward a fresh start.
❤️ To anyone facing obstacles, setbacks, or uncertainty.

Your journey isn't over. Your potential hasn't expired. And your next chapter is still being written!

At SafeHaven, we believe empowerment begins with helping people recognize the greatness already within them. Every day, we're committed to building confidence, creating opportunities, and reminding our community that YOU ARE CAPABLE!

💬 Let's encourage one another! What's one thing you're choosing to believe in yourself about this week? Drop it in the comments! 👇🏾

Believe in yourself. Bet on yourself. Keep going! ✨

📍 SafeHaven Empowerment Center | Newport News, VA

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10/05/2026

🎙️ MONDAY MOTIVATION with Marcellus Harris 💙

A new week means a new opportunity to grow.

No matter what last week looked like, today is a fresh start. Every challenge you face is an opportunity to learn, every setback is a lesson, and every step forward brings you closer to the person you're becoming.

At the SafeHaven Empowerment Center, we believe success isn't built overnight. It's built one decision, one act of courage, and one day at a time.

Take a moment this week to encourage someone, invest in yourself, and keep moving forward with purpose.

✨ Bet On Yourself.
✨ Believe in your potential.
✨ Never stop growing.

Watch today's message from Marcellus Harris and let us know:

💬 What is one goal you're committed to accomplishing this week?

Together, let's inspire one another and continue to . 💙

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Address

429 Thorncliff Drive
Newport News, VA

Website

https://www.safehavenempowermentcenter.org/, http://www.bit.ly/gtsafehaven

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