Aaron Giles

I support Give Local 757 and the Hampton Newport News Achievement Foundation because I’ve seen what happens when a community decides to invest in its own future.

Every year, too many young people in Hampton Roads face barriers that have nothing to do with their talent, potential, or drive. They simply lack access—access to mentors, access to scholarships, access to opportunities that can change the entire trajectory of their lives.

The Hampton Newport News Achievement Foundation steps into that gap. They mentor. They guide. They award scholarships. They help young men and women see themselves as leaders, scholars, and contributors to our community.

And that’s why Give Local 757 matters.

For 24 hours, our region comes together to lift up the organizations doing the quiet, consistent, life-changing work that often goes unnoticed. When you give, you’re not just donating—you’re planting seeds. You’re helping a student stay in school. You’re helping a young person find their voice. You’re helping build the next generation of leaders right here at home.

This year, I’m asking you to stand with me.

Your gift—no matter the size—directly fuels scholarships, mentorship programs, and educational support that transform lives. Together, we can make sure every young person in our community has the chance to dream bigger and achieve more.

Join me in supporting the Hampton Newport News Achievement Foundation during Give Local 757.Let’s show our youth that their community believes in them.