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The Planning Council

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The Planning Council

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Identifying Community Needs
Connecting People With Solutions
Improving Lives

Est. 1941
Serving Virginia, Maryland, and parts of Washington DC

10/01/2026

🚨 Weekend Doubleheader Alert! 🚨

Our Military Family Respite Care team is on the move this weekend, and we can’t wait to see you! We’re working hard behind the scenes to double the fun and bring Military Family respite resources directly to our community.

Catch us at TWO awesome events on Saturday, October 2nd:

Booker T. Washington Community Day
📍 Booker T. Washington High School, Norfolk, VA
⏰ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

KroctoberFest
📍 The Kroc Center of Hampton Roads, Norfolk, VA
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Whether you're stopping by for local fun, fall festivities, or to learn more about how our team supports military families, come say hi! Stop by our booth, chat with the team, and grab some useful info.

Which event are you heading to first? Let us know in the comments!

09/18/2026

Today is POW/MIA day.

We honor the courage and sacrifice of those missing in action and prisoners of war.

Though their seats remain empty, they are never forgotten.

09/17/2026

We’re still wearing the hats. (And honestly, we might never take them off.)

Last week’s Hats Off FUNraiser was one for the books, and our heads are still spinning from how incredible this community is. We can’t tip our hats enough to everyone who showed up, supported, and showed out for Hampton Roads!

Check out the recap video to relive the best moments (and comment below who you think had the best hat). 📸👇

09/14/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for our Hats Off FUNraiser! 🎩

Together, we celebrated 85 years of identifying community needs, connecting people with solutions, and improving lives! Thanks to your incredible generosity, we officially surpassed our fundraising goal!

These funds will directly power our work with Think Twice and further our impact in the community. We loved seeing your wonderful hats and having the opportunity to share what’s next on our journey.

We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible sponsors.
Your partnership and support make this work possible:
Virginia Housing
Sentara Health
Fulton Bank
Jane Batten
Currie Medical
TowneBank
PBMares, LLP
American Hats LLC
Full Circle Insurance Solutions, Inc.
Tarnished Truth Distilling Co.
Heritage Capital Group
Charles IT
Kaufman & Canoles, P.C.
City Wide Facility Solutions
Eva Wiggins of Harvey Lindsay Commercial Real Estate
Atlantic Office Technologies, Inc.
Patrycja Plucinski, AAMS™, CFP® of Edward Jones

Thank you for standing with us as we look forward to the next chapter of community impact!

09/12/2026

Gratitude and remembrance were at the heart of this year’s Hats Off FUNraiser. Thank you to everyone who spent the evening with us; your presence made it unforgettable.

On September 11th, our community comes together to pause, honor the heroes, and hold space for those we will never forget.

Please turn your sound up to experience Brian Hunt’s moving rendition of Taps on the steel drum.

09/11/2026

Hats off to an incredible night ahead! 🎩

The doors open at 5:30pm for The Planning Council’s Hats Off fundraiser!

Take a quick sneak peek at our silent auction, signature drink station, and photo booth setup before the crowd arrives!

09/10/2026

🤠 Today we're tipping our hats to another incredible Cowboy Contributor, Fulton Bank!

Community is at the heart of everything Fulton Bank does. Through their Fulton Forward® initiative, they work to build vibrant neighborhoods by focusing on key pillars like economic empowerment, financial education, affordable housing, and workforce development. True to their mission of changing lives for the better, their team consistently steps up to back local non-profits, support grassroots efforts, and invest in programs that make a lasting difference.

Partnering with a team that truly walks the walk when it comes to local community involvement is a privilege. We are so grateful for their continued partnership and dedication to helping our community thrive.

Thank you, Fulton Bank, for riding alongside us and sponsoring our Hats Off event! 🐴

Check out how Fulton Bank drives communities forward: https://www.fultonbank.com/About-Fulton-Bank/Fulton-Forward

09/09/2026

🚨 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT for Friday's FUNraiser! 🚨

Get ready, because our upcoming Hats Off Fundraiser just landed an absolute powerhouse for the stage!

We are THRILLED to announce our Master of Ceremonies: Matt Frauenzimmer, U.S. Navy (Ret.), Vice Chair of The Planning Council’s Board of Directors!

Matt is a force of nature. After nearly three decades of distinguished naval service, from high-stakes combat deployments to commanding the Hampton Roads NROTC, he’s known for his strategic leadership, unstoppable energy, and total dedication to our community.

Now, he’s bringing that same charisma, passion, and commanding presence to our biggest night of the year!

When Matt takes the mic, you know it’s going to be an unforgettable event. You do NOT want to miss this!

Get ready to tip your hats, grab your tickets, and join our 85 year celebration!

09/08/2026

It's and we are happy to share that we want to be a part of your next mission!

Our Military Family Respite Care Program team will be attending the Hampton Roads Veterans Employment Center (HRVEC) Red, White, and Blue Summit starting tomorrow!

Check out our table, learn more about what we do, and let's stay connected.

Thank you HRVEC for bringing together so many people to support our military-affiliated community!

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2551 Eltham Avenue
Norfolk, VA
23513

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9:15am - 5pm

Telephone

+17576229268

Website

http://www.theplanningcouncil.org/

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