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Fighting Poverty Starts Here
“Working together as one body makes us more effective in seeking the welfare of our city, imaging Christ in our community, and helping residents of Suffolk who are going through a crisis”
The Coalition Against Poverty in Suffolk has served over 900 (as of June 2015) individuals since we began in August of 2012. When CAPS receives requests for assistance, the staff assesses the situation, discusses financial issues, talks with the individual about long-term solutions, prays with the individual and assists financially if appropriate. CAPS partners with local help agencies, creating a network that ensures individuals are served in the best way possible.
In addition to providing crisis assistance, CAPS started the Night Stay Program as a rotating shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness during winter months. Churches come together to host homeless guests and provide food, shelter and safety during the coldest months of the year. CAPS works with these individuals to help them find long-term housing and financial stability.
Our Vision
We envision Suffolk churches and organizations united and empowered to accomplish Christ’s commission. We envision individuals and families living with dignity as they participate in CAPS ministries and experience holistic gospel transformation.
Our Mission
CAPS is a group of churches and organizations working together for poverty alleviation and community development. By sharing resources, information and support our efforts are synergized for the development of our city.
Our Team
These men and women help coordinate CAPS efforts so that we can work well together.
Staff
Majdah Schiavi , Director
Cheryl Griffin, Night Stay Coordinator
Mary Sue Rawl, Admin/Finance
CAPS Working Group
Hayden Blythe, President
Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church
Dillard Horton, Vice President
Main St. United Methodist Church
Tangie General, Treasurer
Perfecting Saints COGIC
Susan Draper, Secretary
First Baptist Church
David McKercher, Vice President of Membership Development
St. Andrew Presbyterian Church
Emily Arters, Fundraising Coordinator
Mary Alice Dorschel, Volunteer Coordinator
Our Members
These member churches are our faithful partners making CAPS a success. Ready to become a partner church?
Ebenezer UMC
1589 Steeple Drive
Suffolk, VA 23433
(757) 238-2359
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Higher Ground Outreach COGIC
132 Bank St.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-0077
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Liberty Spring Christian
4213 Whaleyville Blvd.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 483-5699
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Oakland Christian UCC
5641 Godwin Blvd.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 255-4353
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Mahan St. First Baptist Church
112 Mahan St
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-6623
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Hillcrest Baptist Church
1637 Holland Rd.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-8901
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Magnolia UMC
1764 Wilroy Rd
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-8751
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Perfecting Saints COGIC
159 Wren Rd.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 748-9990
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First Baptist Church Main St.
237 N. Main St.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-4152
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James River Community Church
8909 Eclipse Dr.
Suffolk, VA 23433
(757) 238-2477
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Main St. UMC
202 N. Main St.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-8751
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St. John’s Episcopal
828 Kings Hwy.
Suffolk, VA 23432
(757) 255-4168
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St. Paul’s Episcopal
213 North Main St.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-2478
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Suffolk Christian Church
216 N. Main St.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-9182
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Westminster Reformed Presbyterian Church
2488 Godwin Blvd.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-0540
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West End Baptist Church
105 St. James Ave.
Suffolk, VA 23432
(757) 539-8771
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Holy Neck Christian Church
4400 Holy Neck Road
Suffolk, VA 23437
(757) 986-2418
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Celebration Christian Church
275 Kenyon Road
Suffolk, VA 23437
(757) 942-2485
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Beech Grove United Methodist Church
4251 Driver Lane
Suffolk VA
(757) 538-8353
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Whaleyville United Methodist Church
6312 Whaleyville Blvd
Suffolk, VA 23438
(757) 986-4587
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St. Andrew Presbyterian Church
1885 Bridge Rd
Suffolk, VA 23433
(757) 238-3550
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Bethlehem Christian Church
312 Bute St.
Suffolk, VA 23434
(757) 539-1167
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Somerton Friends Meeting
(757) 539-6574
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Special Thanks
We’d like to give our special thanks to these people and groups who help make CAPS possible.
Thank you for providing grant funding for office equipment, web design, printed materials and a mobile shower unit
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Thank you for going out of your way to help us establish best financial practices and for coaching us through it.
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Thank you for the perfectly-located office space.
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Thank you for matching funds in our 2015 fundraiser.
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Thank you for raising thousands of dollars in memory of Nick who always fought for the under-dog.
