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Jacob's Chance We're a nonprofit dedicated to promoting skills development, wellness, and community inclusion. Learn more at linktr.ee/jacobs_chance

Jacob’s Chance is a 501c3 organization that is dedicated to promoting wellness for youth and young adults with special needs through athletic programs, social experiences, exercise, education, volunteerism, and skills training. We want to enrich the lives of children, teens and young adults with disabilities, along with their families, through shared activities, athletics, socialization and education while promoting acceptance, understanding, and inclusion through public awareness.

💚 World Mental Health Day Check-In 💚 What’s one little thing that helps you feel more like you when you’re having a toug...
10/10/2026

💚 World Mental Health Day Check-In 💚

What’s one little thing that helps you feel more like you when you’re having a tough day?

👇 Drop yours in the comments:

🎨 Creating something
🏃 Getting active
🎶 Listening to music
🌳 Getting outside
😂 Laughing with someone
🐶 Time with a furry friend
💬 Talking to someone you trust
🧘 Taking some quiet time
✨ Something totally different!

There’s no right answer. Sometimes, it’s the little things - and sometimes, it’s simply knowing you’re not alone.

At Jacob’s Chance, we believe that connection, community, and belonging matter. Everyone deserves a space where they can be themselves, build friendships, try new things, and know they are valued.

💚 What helps YOU feel like yourself?

📣 New month, new chances to get involved!Registration is opening for several upcoming Jacob’s Chance programs, activitie...
10/08/2026

📣 New month, new chances to get involved!

Registration is opening for several upcoming Jacob’s Chance programs, activities, and opportunities—and we want to make sure you don’t miss your chance to get signed up! 💙

✨ Registrations Open NOW:
- Pickleball
- Henrico Rec & Parks Silly Scenes & Not-So-Spooky-Stories
- October Teen Scene
- Henrico Rec & Parks Chair Yoga
- Flag Football
- Kickball w/ DMC

Whether it’s trying something new, staying active, building friendships, or simply having fun, there’s always a chance to find your place at Jacob’s Chance.

👉 Mark your calendar and register when registration opens!

10/07/2026

This October is all about CREATE—and today, we’re sharing the Weis family’s story!

With three family members volunteering and one participating, they’ve created meaningful connections, memories, and a shared way to give back through Jacob’s Chance.

Hear how their family became involved and what being part of this community has meant to them.

Because when we create opportunities, we create connection, belonging, and so much more.

Give for a chance to CREATE Today at jacobschance.org/give-for-a-chance

Elizabeth Weis, Realtor

💙 October is a month to learn, listen, celebrate, and advocate for inclusion.Throughout October, we’re recognizing and r...
10/01/2026

💙 October is a month to learn, listen, celebrate, and advocate for inclusion.

Throughout October, we’re recognizing and raising awareness for communities and causes that deserve to be seen, heard, and supported:

- ADHD Awareness Month
- Down Syndrome Awareness Month
- Disability Employment Awareness Month
- Spina Bifida Awareness Month
- POTS Awareness Month
- World Cerebral Palsy Day (10/6)
- World Down Syndrome Day (10/21)

Awareness is just the beginning. True inclusion means creating opportunities, breaking down barriers, amplifying voices, and making sure everyone has the chance to belong, contribute, and thrive. At Jacob’s Chance, we believe every person deserves a chance to be seen for their abilities, not defined by their disability. 💙

This month—and every month—let’s choose understanding over assumptions, inclusion over exclusion, and opportunity over limitations.

Join us in spreading awareness, celebrating differences, and creating more chances for everyone to belong.

💗 Welcome to the world, Georgia Tang Hsieh! 💗We’re so excited to celebrate the newest addition to the Jacob’s Chance fam...
10/01/2026

💗 Welcome to the world, Georgia Tang Hsieh! 💗

We’re so excited to celebrate the newest addition to the Jacob’s Chance family! Our Program Director, Brooke, and Claire welcomed their beautiful baby girl, Georgia Tang Hsieh, on September 26th🍼✨

Congratulations to Brooke, Claire, and big sister Annie Mei on their newest family member! 💕 We’re sending your family so much love as you soak up all those precious newborn moments.

Welcome, sweet Georgia! We can’t wait to watch you grow. 🎀👶

09/25/2026

We’re kicking off September’s Discover theme with Michael Stevens! 💙

Michael is a familiar face in our enrichment programs and especially loves Helping Hands.

Hear from Michael and his mother Shawn about their experiences they enjoy and what their looking forward to discovering next with Jacob’s Chance!

🎥 Watch our Future Friday video and see what’s possible when we open the door to something new.

Give for a chance to DISCOVER Today at jacobschance.org/give-for-a-chance

Want to make a difference AND get active this fall? Be a buddy for The Mile Makers - our adaptive walk/run club in colla...
09/25/2026

Want to make a difference AND get active this fall? Be a buddy for The Mile Makers - our adaptive walk/run club in collaboration with Sports Backers! Explore RVA with us as we meet at a different accessible park each week to run, walk, socialize, and make miles. We promise a fall full of fun! Volunteers 13+ can register today at jacobschance.org/volunteer

Hope to see you soon!

09/24/2026

🎉 Did you guess it?!

It’s Timmy & Nicole Marsh! 💙

As part of September’s DISCOVER theme, we’re celebrating their Jacob’s Chance journey—from trying new activities and discovering new interests to making friends and finding new opportunities along the way.

🎥 Watch their story and hear what they’ve discovered through Jacob’s Chance.

Every new experience starts with a chance.

Give for a Chance to DISCOVER. 🚪

👀 GUESS THE PARTICIPANT: DISCOVER EDITION!September is all about DISCOVER, and this month we’re putting your Jacob’s Cha...
09/23/2026

👀 GUESS THE PARTICIPANT: DISCOVER EDITION!

September is all about DISCOVER, and this month we’re putting your Jacob’s Chance knowledge to the test!

These Jacob's Chance siblings have been part of our community for 18 years—trying new activities, making friends, and continuing to discover new things along the way. 💙

Think you know who they are?

A️ - JP & Louie R.
B️ - Timmy & Nicole M.
C - Warren & Natalie B.

Drop your guess in the comments! ⬇️

We’ll reveal the answer tomorrow! 👀

International Day of Sign Languages 🤟💙Today, we’re celebrating the many ways we communicate, connect, and belong. Sign l...
09/23/2026

International Day of Sign Languages 🤟💙

Today, we’re celebrating the many ways we communicate, connect, and belong. Sign language helps open doors to connection and creates opportunities for people of all abilities to express themselves and be understood.

At Jacob’s Chance, we believe communication should never be a barrier to belonging. Today and every day, we’re proud to celebrate inclusion in all its forms.

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1707 WESTOVER HILLS Boulevard
Richmond, VA
23225

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+18046408109

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