We are excited to announce The Newby Foundation is participating in the GiveLocal757 Campaign this year. Be on the lookout for additional information to follow! #GiveLocal757 Learn more at: https://www.givelocal757.org/ WATCH NOW
Heart Arrhythmias Heart arrhythmias refer to an abnormality in the rhythm or rate of the heartbeat. These conditions can range from harmless to life-threatening and affect millions of people worldwide. Arrhythmias occur when the electrical signals that control the heart’s pumping action are disrupted or irregular, causing the heart to beat too fast, too slow,…
Celebrating Black History All Year Long! The Newby Foundation celebrates Black History all year long! Dr. Newby was proud to serve as a panelist for this discussion moderated by renowned historian (and Newby Foundation Board Member) Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander. BLACK HEALTH & WELLNESS: UNWRAPPING MYTH & SUSPICION Discussion Topic: What are some historic myths and…
Newby Scholars Program Student Roundtable 2022 Newby Scholar Student Roundtable, took place the morning of Wednesday, November 16, from 8:00-9:30, at the Marriott Oceanfront Resort. This session was the kick-off session of our 2-day Executive Director Meeting in Virginia Beach. The Newby Foundation sponsored 6 new high school graduates from Booker T. Washington and Norview High…
Newby Foundation partnered with The Historic First Baptist Church – Bute Street On November 5, 2022 the Newby Foundation partnered with The Historic First Baptist Church – Bute Street to offer a COVID Booster and Flu Shot Clinic for the community. Thank you to our friends on the Sentara Health Equity Team (Iris Lundy and…
Get your COVID booster on Saturday, Nov 5 Boosters are an important part of protecting yourself from getting seriously ill or dying from COVID-19. They are recommended for most people. Come get your updated COVID booster on Saturday, Nov 5 from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm at First Baptist Church 418 Bute St, Norfolk. We…
African American Leadership Society of the United Way of South Hampton Roads The African American Leadership Society of the United Way of South Hampton Roads will award one-time scholarships to African American students pursing STEM degrees in 2023-24. Each recipient will receive up to $10,000 to use toward their education. Females will account for 50%…
Second Round Mini-Grant Recipients Announced Under City-Backed Anti-Violence Campaign NORFOLK, VA – The Norfolk Police Foundation announces its second round of grant fund recipients under a new program supporting organizations working to deter violence within the community. Fourteen local groups were chosen from more than 60 applicants to receive portions of $100,000 in federal funds provided through…
The Newby Foundation partnered with FEAST Virginia to host a Summer Kids Cooking Camp. The camp taught Ingleside 3rd, 4th and 5 graders about a variety of foods and how they can impact their daily health. The camp consisted of hands on activities that focused on: an introduction to cooking techniques and kitchen tools, understanding…
Town Hall Meetings: BTW Feasibility Study In December 2019, the City of Norfolk School Board passed a resolution to provide funding and guidance to shape the future of the historic Booker T. Washington High School. The School Board seeks “to ensure that Booker T. Washington High School has a vibrant and competitive Academy that will…