Colley Community Center

10/13/2026

Last week, our Executive Director had the opportunity to attend the Nonprofit Leadership Forum hosted at TCC’s Nonprofit Academy!

The forum brought together nonprofit leaders for an engaging and insightful experience featuring guest speaker Cathy Lewis , followed by a panel discussion with nonprofit leaders Mark Carlson, Elle Harris, and Sarah Hummel, moderated by Steve Zollos. Together, they explored leadership, shared perspectives, and sparked meaningful conversations about navigating the nonprofit sector.

Opportunities like these are a reminder that strengthening our communities starts with strengthening the people and organizations serving them. We’re grateful for spaces that encourage learning, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas that help us grow in our work.

At Colley Community Center, we believe that when nonprofit leaders learn from one another, and share resources & ideas, our entire community benefits. 💙

Here’s to continued growth, new connections, and finding even more ways to help our neighbors thrive!

💬 We all have something to learn from one another! What’s one piece of advice, resource, or connection that has helped you grow in your work or make a difference in your community? Share it in the comments below! ⬇️ You never know who might need to hear it. Let’s keep learning, sharing, and growing together! ✌🏾

10/07/2026

We’re taking CCC online! 💻

Introducing The Brand Blueprint: Branding 101 — our first-ever virtual workshop!

Your brand is more than a logo. It’s the story you tell, the people you connect with, and the feeling people get when they interact with your business.

Join us for a beginner-friendly conversation about the building blocks of a strong, intentional brand — from your audience and message to your personality and visual identity.

And we’re especially excited to have this workshop presented by , led by our very own CCC board member!

Whether you’re just starting a business, refreshing your brand, or realizing your brand needs a little more direction, this workshop is designed to help you build a stronger foundation.

📍 Virtual Workshop
🎨 The Brand Blueprint: Branding 101
💻 Join from wherever you are
🩵 Donation-based, as always

Come learn. Come connect. Leave with a clearer blueprint for your brand.

Register through our website in bio!

10/04/2026

🌱 Throwback to when CCC and Elizabeth River Project teamed up to lay the foundation for the CCC's pollinator garden! 🐝🌻

What started with a little soil and teamwork grew into an opportunity for our community to learn, connect with nature, and care for the environment.

And we want to do it again!🌿

CCC is looking for a new home and we need our community to help us find it. A permanent space would allow us to expand our outdoor learning opportunities with an even bigger garden and gathering space where children, families, and neighbors can learn, create, and grow together.

🏡 Help us lay a new foundation. If you know of a space or property that could become CCC’s next home, we want to hear from you. If you would like to donate to our efforts visit our website or DM us 🩵

# CommunityInAction

09/25/2026

WE’RE LOOKING FOR THE PEOPLE WHO WANT TO HELP SHAPE WHAT’S NEXT. 🩵

Colley Community Center is growing, and we’re looking for community-minded leaders to join our Board of Directors.

We’re not just looking for people with nonprofit experience.

We’re looking for people who believe that community is something we build together.

✨ Do you have ideas?
✨ Do you love connecting people and resources?
✨ Do you have experience in business, fundraising, finance, marketing, education, youth development, community engagement, or events?
✨ Do you believe Norfolk is stronger when neighbors have opportunities to learn, connect, and grow?

You might be exactly who we’re looking for.

CCC has spent the last two years creating workshops, community events, youth opportunities, community partnerships, and spaces for people of all ages to connect.

The next chapter of CCC is taking shape, and we’re looking for people who want to help build it.

Think you—or someone you know (tag them below)—would be a great fit?

Send us a DM or visit colleycommunitycenter.com to learn more and express your interest.

09/22/2026

Our space may be changing, but our mission and commitment to our community remain. Head to our website to read a message from our Executive Director, Nicole Barnes, and learn how you can help shape the next chapter.

08/13/2026

✨ THRIVING TOGETHER: A FAMILY RESOURCE FAIR ✨

Families deserve access to the resources, connections, and support they need to THRIVE, and we’re bringing it all together in one place!

Join Colley Community Center and The Up Center for the 2nd Annual Thriving Together: A Family Resource Fair, and this year, we’re excited to welcome The CoLink Foundation and PlayDate NFK as community partners! 🎉

Together, we’re bringing families an even bigger day of connection, resources, support, and fun on Saturday, September 26, 2026! 💚

This FREE, family-focused community event will feature:

💚 Local community resources
🧠 Wellness & health support
📚 Educational opportunities
🎨 Creative & family-friendly activities
🤝 Community connections
🎁 Giveaways & surprises
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Something for every age!

Whether you’re looking for support, discovering new resources, meeting local organizations, or simply looking for a fun day with your family—there’s something for you!

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
📍 PlayDate NFK 3800 Colley Ave Norfolk, VA 23508
🎟️ FREE admission! (Registration required, link in bio)

Come connect. Come learn. Come have fun. Most importantly, come THRIVE TOGETHER! 💫

Tag a neighbor who needs to know about this! 👇🏾

07/16/2026

‘Surviving Through Mental Health’ was such a great way to kickoff Minority Mental Health Month!

A huge thank you to the team Project ORF and City of Norfolk for putting together this event on Thursday,July 9th. The Colley Community Center is extremely grateful to have had the chance to attend this evening filled with amazing panelist’s and great resources!

We’re honored to support a community that continues to raise awareness, inspire hope, and remind us that no one has to face their journey alone. 🤍🤍

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07/12/2026

Did you know the Colley Community Center is home to a local Girl Scout troop? 💚🍪

We're proud to support the next generation of leaders by providing a space where girls can learn, grow, serve, and build lifelong friendships.

Now you can support them, too!

Join us on Friday, July 31 at The Ghent Rooftop Bar where 10% of all food purchases will be donated to Norfolk Girl Scouts (Service Unit 375). Every meal helps provide girls with leadership opportunities, community service experiences, outdoor adventures, and so much more.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a great meal for a great cause. Thank you for helping our girls thrive!

07/09/2026

06/24/2026

🎉 Happy 2nd Birthday, Colley Community Center! 🎉

Two years ago, we opened our doors with a vision of bringing people together through learning, creativity, and connection. Since then, we've welcomed hundreds of community members, partnered with amazing organizations, supported local facilitators, launched youth programming, hosted workshops and events, and built meaningful relationships that continue to strengthen Hampton Roads.

This week, we're celebrating by participating in two great community events:
💪🏽 Feel Good Friday, a free community workout event focused on movement, wellness, and connection.
🌞 Summer Homies, where we'll join our neighbors in celebrating community and the theme, "It Starts with Love."

As we celebrate this milestone, we're also preparing for our next chapter. Colley Community Center is relocating and searching for a new home. Your support through donations, volunteerism, sharing our story, and connecting us to potential spaces will help us continue serving the community we love.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey these past two years. We couldn't have done it without you, and we're excited for what's next!

🩵 Happy Birthday, CCC!