Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones Announced Expansion of Violence Intervention Program
Idea Category: Public Safety
Virginia: Newport Mayor Phillip Jones announced a $1.4 million annual expansion of the Hand in Hand program, a violence intervention initiative that places social workers in the hospital to give patients resources to break cycles of violence. To date, the program has supported 630 survivors, offering assistance with housing, medical bills, and more.
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Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones Unveiled Monumental $500M Investment in Youth Initiative T.H.R.I.V.E Program
Idea Category: Community Development, Youth Programs | Funding Source: ARP
Mayor Phillip Jones Works to Eliminate Parking Minimums for New Developments
Idea Category: Housing | Funding Source: ARP
ARPA Case Study: Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones Creates Opportunities for Early Childhood Education
Idea Category: American Rescue Plan Act, Education, Funding | Funding Source: ARP
Peake Early Childhood Center / Virginia Peninsula Community College Center of Excellence
Idea Category: Education, Equity & Opportunity | Funding Source: ARP
Peake Early Childhood Center / Virginia Peninsula Community College Center of Excellence
Idea Category: Promoting Equity | Funding Source: ARP
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