Marcus T.
Youth Mentee, 2-Year Graduate
"Before O LORD, I felt lost in the community. My mentor gave me more than advice—he gave me a vision for my life. Today, I'm heading to college with a plan and the confidence to succeed."
Real Change, Real Stories
The Impact of Mentoring
Discover how our programs are building brighter futures and stronger communities, one story at a time.
Sarah Williams
Volunteer Mentor, US Marine Veteran
"Mentoring allows me to pour back into the neighborhood the leadership I learned in the Corps. Seeing these young women find their voice and set bold goals is the most rewarding mission I've ever had."
Jordan K.
Mentee Parent
"The change in my son's attitude and grades within just 12 weeks was incredible. O LORD doesn't just mentor the kids; they support the whole family. It's truly a village of hope."
Youth Mentoring Services
OLYM / SHE-WILL
MENTORING SERVICES
WEEKLY MENTORING
Includes: 1hr per week zoom meeting ~ Small group meeting for the week ~ Weekend outing
MONTHLY MENTORING
Includes: Weekly 1 on 1 zoom or in-person ~ Weekly small group meeting ~ Weekend Outing (Bi-weekly)
1/2 SESSION (6 WEEKS)
Includes: Weekly 1 on 1 zoom or in-person ~ Weekly small group meeting ~ T-Shirt and Journal / Weekend Outing (Bi-weekly) included ~ Community Events for the session.
FULL SESSION (12 WEEKS)
Includes: Weekly 1 on 1 zoom or in-person ~ Weekly small group meeting ~ T-Shirt and Journal / Weekend Outing (Bi-weekly) included ~ All O Lord Community Events for the year included for the mentee and 1 parent
O LORD
COMMUNITY EVENTS
PEARLS FOR THE GIRLS
a community event aimed at addressing the challenges young women often encounter, providing them with a supportive platform to discuss these issues in a safe and welcoming environment.
Annual Mental Health Walk/5K
Our annual mental health walk and 5K, held on the first weekend in May, raises awareness for individuals of all ages—children, teens, and adults—who may be facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress.
OLYM and SHE-WILL host exciting events, such as our costume skate party, providing young people with a fun and enjoyable experience.
Pearls For The Girls event
Location
TBD, 3rd weekend in March
A community event aimed at addressing the challenges young women often encounter, providing them with a supportive platform to discuss these issues in a safe and welcoming environment.
Mental Health Walk /5k
Location
Chesapeake City Park. First Saturday in May
Our annual mental health walk and 5K, held on the first weekend in May, raises awareness for individuals of all ages—children, teens, and adults—who may be facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress.
Mentor To Mentor
Location
TBD, 2nd weekend in October
Our Mentor-to-Mentor Conference is designed to provide mentors with an opportunity to learn from one another while inspiring and motivating young entrepreneurs, community leaders, coaches, and fellow mentors. Together, we aim to rekindle their dreams and empower them to achieve success.
Christmas Toy Giveaway
Location
TBD, 2nd weekend in December
Our Christmas Toy Giveaway is our annual holiday celebration, where we reflect on the past year, enjoy games and festivities, and share joy by giving toys to young children.
Join the cause
Volunteer for a community event
About us
Since its inception in 2016, O LORD has been dedicated to supporting countless families and mentoring hundreds of young individuals in the Tidewater community, especially in the Chesapeake area. Through various community events, we strive to inspire and uplift both youth and families. Our vision is to establish a community center that nurtures an environment where young people can grow and thrive, helping them develop their skills, pursue their goals, and realize their dreams.
Our mission: O LORD is an organization built to combat community deterioration and juvenile delinquency while lessening neighborhood tensions by providing mentorship, leadership, friendship and guidance to young men and women ages 10 - 17.
This organization was sparked by three U.S. Marines during their military service. Drawing from their diverse life experiences, they collaborated to foster growth across the mind, body, and spirit. Inspired by this collective vision, Calvin Hill eventually took the initiative to transform their shared dream into a meaningful reality for the local community.