Welcome to Hampton Roads Community Action (HRCAP)

Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) is a nonprofit community action agency that has been serving residents of southeastern Virginia for over 50 years. As an award-winning organization, we have been a pivotal contributor to the economic stability of individuals, families and the community here in Hampton Roads.

Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) is a regional organization with a steadfast commitment to improving quality of life through effective programs in education, training, work experience, emergency services, housing counseling, and other proven strategies. We focus on addressing the root causes of economic hardship and removing barriers to opportunity so individuals and families can achieve self-sufficiency. As a result, many families have strengthened their financial stability and are now better equipped for long-term success.

Our Vision:

To improve lives by providing optimum services and mobilizing resources that strengthen our communities.

Our Mision:

A strong, vibrant community where all citizens are self-sufficient and empowered.

Values:

Community Action Agencies improve people’s lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities and make America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

Our History

Founded in 1965 as the Newport News Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO), the agency operated for several decades as the Office of Human Affairs (OHA) before changing the name to Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) in early 2016.

The 2012 expansion of the agency’s Head Start program into the Southside cities of Chesapeake, Norfolk and Portsmouth increased the agencies regional footprint, and inspired the board of directors to select a name more inclusive of our new service area and expanded Constituents base.

With a renewed dedication to serving all of the residents of the Hampton Roads area, Hampton Roads Community Action Program (HRCAP) looks forward to the next 50 years of promoting self-sufficiency and prosperity for citizens in southeastern Virginia.