• Helping Families
    Helping Families Live Better Lives
    Everyday we share resources to individuals, groups and communities to
    enhance their social functioning, physically, emotionally, educationally, and financially.
  • Compassion
    Helping Those In Need
    It is our life effort to remember and help with a compassionate heart while delivering results.
  • Forging Ahead
    Providing Family Resources
    Families looking for creative and interactive ways to learn and grow.

Please partner with us as a volunteer.

We are a charity organization exemplifying passion and care.

We care for families, protect their welfare, prepare them for their future and the most important issues they will face during their life time.

MISSION

Tonya Pass

     President

Dr. Tonya Pass is the President and CEO of You Need to Know Ministries. She has worked in the social work capacity in Hampton Roads for nearly 30 years. She holds a Doctorate of Ministry (DMin) degree and both her Bachelors (BSW) and Masters of Social Work (MSW) Degrees. She has worked with children and families throughout her career. She is a retired Human Resources Officer and continues to work as an associate professor and Senior Pastor.

Falandius Pass

     Vice President

Falandius Pass serves as the Vice President. He is a retired Chief from the United States Coast Guard and a retired civilian employee with the Coast Guard. He uses his technology gift to give back to the community by restoring computers for families who would not ordinarily be able to afford to purchase or service one in the standard market. He also provides entry-level computer training to Seniors, youth, and individuals who want to enhance their social functioning through technology. His hands-on approach provides an atmosphere for self-pace learning in the following areas: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, and phone applications.

Deborah Carlos

     Board Member / Community

Deborah Carlos is a State certified Doula. She is a community based doula through Urban Baby Beginnings and a Birth doula through DONA International. She currently offers doula services, childbirth education classes and community groups through The Up Center.

Our community organization

is dedicated to empowering individuals and fostering unity through compassionate service, inclusivity, and collaboration. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where everyone can access essential resources, connect with others, and grow both personally and collectively. Through our programs and initiatives, we are committed to addressing the diverse needs of our community, promoting social equity, and uplifting those in need. Our core values of empathy, respect, and shared responsibility guide everything we do, as we work to build a stronger, more connected community for all.
Shauna Wilkins

     Community Support Services

Shauna Wilkins supports and assist families.

Billy Cook

     Community Support Services

Billy Cook supports and assist families.

Victoria Polley

     Community Support Services

Victoria Polley supports and assist families.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Trunk or Treat

  • 2024-10-31
  • Portsmouth, Virginia

Revisiting Public Services

Testimonials

What we can do?

Our Volunteers.

Dedicated volunteers seeking to inspire and encourage humanity directly.

Contact Us

We are excited to serve you and to answer any questions you may have.

Donation

Your generous donation makes a tremendous impact. Because of you, we are able to provide the necessary human and educational services and outreach to our community and communities at-large.

Thank you for believing in our mission and for your continued support.

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