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Eliza Hope Foundation

The Eliza Hope Foundation's mission is to provide educational support for children and families who are living with Autism and other developmental delays.

The mission of the Eliza Hope Foundation is to provide educational support for children and families who are living with Autism Spectrum disorders in the Hampton Roads area. We intend to carry out this mission by establishing a preschool completely dedicated to providing the special services, teachers and equipment necessary to meet the unique learning needs of these children. Eliza’s Story
Eliza was a sweet, joyful and loving little girl. She loved popcorn and pinecones. She loved watching Frozen, Bubble Guppies and Mickey Mouse and she would listen to the song “Happy” all day long if she could. When Eliza was 16 months old she had her first seizure and after months of doctors’ appointments and neurology tests, she was diagnosed with intractable Epilepsy and Autism Spectrum Disorder at 2 years old. We soon learned that finding a place where Eliza could learn and grow would be an overwhelming task. Out of dozens of local preschools, the majority could not accommodate Eliza’s needs. After months of searching and hours of frustration, we were finally fortunate enough to find two schools that Eliza was able to attend and worked for our family. We want to honor Eliza’s life by helping families who have similar struggles. The best part of the day was watching Eliza wearing her backpack, happily walking to class alongside her teacher. Every child deserves that chance and every parent should be able to experience that moment. This is the wish we hope to fulfill through the Eliza Hope Foundation.

10/26/2026

A big thank you to Sentara Health for inviting the Eliza Hope Foundation to be part of Saturday’s Autism Roundtable!

We loved connecting with families, professionals, and fellow organizations while sharing the many resources available to individuals with autism and their families throughout Hampton Roads.

Events like these remind us how powerful it is when our community comes together to share knowledge, build connections, and help families find the support they need!

10/21/2026

Some people show up for you once. Others show up year after year, with hearts as big as their generosity. ❤️

Our dear friends Hillier Ignite are those people. Once again, they are standing beside us as our Hope Shines Presenting Sponsor, and we truly cannot express what their continued love, friendship, and support mean to our foundation.

Thank you for believing in our mission, investing in our children, and helping us make a difference year after year. We are so incredibly lucky to have you in our corner! 💙✨

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10/13/2026

The countdown is officially ON! We are exactly ONE MONTH away from the 10th Annual Eliza Hope Gala, and if you’ve been waiting to grab your tickets… THIS IS YOUR SIGN! 🎟️

Trust us, this is NOT the year you want to miss! 🎉 Ten years of hope, impact, and unforgettable moments deserve an EXTRAORDINARY celebration, and we have an incredible night planned!

⏳ The closer we get, the closer we get to SOLD OUT! Don’t be the one watching everyone else’s photos wishing you had been there. Stop waiting. Grab your tickets. Be part of the magic.

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS NOW https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/1ffb9c23-68b0-4e08-87bc-5e562fd0a30b/events/vevt:75fa21cf-b98d-49ba-933a-5a44db7b9e1a/home/story

10/10/2026

🎉Help us wish our incredible President and Founder, Aimee Darby , a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY! 🎂🎈

For the past 10 years, Aimee has poured her heart into creating a place where children with autism can learn, grow, play, and thrive. Because of her vision, hundreds of children and families throughout Hampton Roads have found hope, support, and a community that believes every child deserves the opportunity to shine. ✨
This year, Aimee has ONE BIG BIRTHDAY WISH! 🎁
To FILL THE ROOM at this year’s Eliza Hope Gala as we celebrate 10 incredible years of the Eliza Hope Foundation!🤯🩷

What better birthday gift than a room full of people coming together to celebrate everything we’ve accomplished and the countless lives still waiting to be touched!

🎟️ Help make Aimee’s birthday wish come true! Grab your tickets, invite your friends, and join us for an unforgettable celebration of 10 YEARS OF HOPE!

10/09/2026

Happy Birthday to our one and only Miss Patti! 🥳💗🎉

Some people are simply part of the heart and soul of Eliza Hope, and Miss Patti is one of them!

From working with Eliza long before our foundation began to helping countless children grow, learn, and reach their fullest potential, Miss Patti has been part of our story from the very beginning.

Her BIG personality, even BIGGER heart, and unwavering passion for our kiddos fill our center with encouragement, laughter, and so much love. We truly can’t imagine Eliza Hope without her!

Help us celebrate this incredible woman and wish Miss Patti the happiest of birthdays! We love you, Miss Patti! 💕🎂

10/08/2026

Why let the night end when you can turn it into a little getaway? 🥂🌊

The Hope Shines Gala is always a night to remember, so why not make a weekend of it?!
Dance the night away, skip the drive home, and wake up to the sound of the ocean. Yes, please! ☀️🌊

Our special room block at the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort is officially OPEN at just $179/night!
✨ Book by October 30th to secure the special rate!
Because a night this fun deserves an oceanfront encore! 💙

🔗 Book your room: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1787321652724&key=GRP&app=resvlink&_branch_match_id=1619355251431793664&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAAxXLSw5AMBAA0Nt0qVGfiqSxtBUOIMVggraZNsTG2bF/bw3B+ZJz7Vx0aCK0IUSjPTiBPxEuUeGkYlnIRMR5JqRI2Qa3qtuGfUX9akezsYdghq+bpR/IXh5IdXrWhC8yOqYFYQAAAA%3D%3D&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio

10/05/2026

Our first Hope Haircuts was such a success, we’re doing it again! ✂️💙

Join us Saturday, 10/10 for sensory-informed haircuts in a familiar, supportive environment. We have just 6 spots available between 1:20–3:30 PM.

✨ Book your time now https://app.giveffect.com/campaigns/47282-hope-haircuts?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio

09/29/2026

Calling all creative friends, builders & holiday magic-makers! ✨🎄

The Eliza Hope Foundation is headed to the Norfolk Grand Illumination Parade, and we have a BIG vision for our “Let Every Light Shine” float… but we need some help bringing it to life! ❤️💎✨

Do you know how to build a parade float? Are you crafty, creative, handy with tools or just really good at turning big ideas into something amazing? We need YOU!

Come help us create a float that celebrates the unique light in every child. 🌟

📧 Want to help or know someone who can? Email [email protected] for more information.

Tag your creative friends and please SHARE. We know our float-building dream team is out there! 🎄

09/28/2026

🌲 Calling all little explorers! Hope Scouts is back!

Hope Scouts gives kids the chance to explore the world of wilderness and wildlife while connecting with peers, practicing social skills, & most importantl, have FUN! 💙

🧭 Ages 4+
📅 Wednesdays, October 7–November 4
⏰ 6:15–7:15 PM
📍 The Eliza Hope Foundation Center

If your child loves animals, nature, exploring and learning something new, we’d love to have them join our Hope Scouts crew!

🌿 Spots are limited, RSVP today! https://app.giveffect.com/campaigns/46662-hope-scouts-2026

Address

629 Phoenix Drive, Ste 115
Virginia Beach, VA
23452

Website

https://elizahope.org/

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