Give Local 757 2026 Recap

A Community That Showed Up Strong

On May 5, 2026, our community showed the incredible power of what happens when people come together for a mission bigger than themselves. During Give Local 757, supporters from across Hampton Roads and beyond rallied around Vanguard Landing with overwhelming generosity, encouragement, and belief in a future where adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities can live extraordinary lives filled with purpose, friendship, dignity, and belonging.

$235,690 Raised for the Future of Vanguard Landing

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, families, sponsors, volunteers, peer-to-peer fundraisers, and community champions, Vanguard Landing raised an incredible $235,690 during this year’s Give Local 757 campaign. Every donation, every shared post, every prayer, and every conversation helped move this mission forward. To have our generous donors, Grey and Amy Folkes and Graf Construction for pledging and donating $100,000!

Building More Than Housing

The heart behind this year’s campaign centered around the continued development of Vanguard Landing’s Enterprise Building — a space designed to create opportunities for employment, creativity, social connection, and meaningful daily life for our residents and participants. Future spaces within the Enterprise Building include resident-involved businesses, gathering areas, creative spaces, dining experiences, and job opportunities that will help support both independence and long-term sustainability for Vanguard Landing.

Powered by Community

This campaign would not have been possible without the incredible support of our community. From first-time donors to long-time supporters, local businesses, sponsors, volunteers, and families — every person played a role in making this campaign a success.

583 Total Donors. 288 Returning Donors. 295 NEW Donors. All from 37 States!

The Give Local 757 campaign was also strengthened by matching gifts and challenge donors who helped amplify the impact of every contribution made throughout the day.

An Unforgettable Day on Campus

Throughout Give Local 757, the Vanguard Landing campus was filled with energy, excitement, gratitude, and celebration. Supporters followed donation milestones online throughout the day, families gathered together, and everyone was working to spread awareness about the mission of Vanguard Landing. Taco Tuesday at Seaside Café brought supporters together in a joyful and welcoming atmosphere while the momentum of the campaign continued to grow hour by hour.

Why It Matters

At Vanguard Landing, we believe adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities deserve more than care alone — they deserve opportunities, relationships, purpose, and a place where they are truly known and valued. Every dollar raised during Give Local 757 helps us continue building that future together.

Thank You for Believing

To every donor, volunteer, sponsor, family member, advocate, and supporter: thank you. Your generosity is helping create a community where extraordinary lives can truly take root. The impact of Give Local 757 will continue far beyond a single day, and we are deeply grateful to every person who helped make this campaign possible.

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