Eliza Hope Foundation

Eliza Hope Foundation The Eliza Hope Foundation's mission is to provide educational support for children and families who are living with Autism and other developmental delays.

The mission of the Eliza Hope Foundation is to provide educational support for children and families who are living with Autism Spectrum disorders in the Hampton Roads area. We intend to carry out this mission by establishing a preschool completely dedicated to providing the special services, teachers and equipment necessary to meet the unique learning needs of these children. Eliza’s Story
Eliza was a sweet, joyful and loving little girl. She loved popcorn and pinecones. She loved watching Frozen, Bubble Guppies and Mickey Mouse and she would listen to the song “Happy” all day long if she could. When Eliza was 16 months old she had her first seizure and after months of doctors’ appointments and neurology tests, she was diagnosed with intractable Epilepsy and Autism Spectrum Disorder at 2 years old. We soon learned that finding a place where Eliza could learn and grow would be an overwhelming task. Out of dozens of local preschools, the majority could not accommodate Eliza’s needs. After months of searching and hours of frustration, we were finally fortunate enough to find two schools that Eliza was able to attend and worked for our family. We want to honor Eliza’s life by helping families who have similar struggles. The best part of the day was watching Eliza wearing her backpack, happily walking to class alongside her teacher. Every child deserves that chance and every parent should be able to experience that moment. This is the wish we hope to fulfill through the Eliza Hope Foundation.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Eliza Hope Foundation 🎄✨

We loved welcoming our families back for another Sensory Santa visit. A day filled with joy, comfort, and moments that truly matter. Creating inclusive, welcoming experiences like this is at the heart of what we do, and we’re so grateful for our incredible community who makes it possible year after year. Wishing your family a season full of love, understanding, and hope. ❤️

12/23/2025

We’re closed today while our kiddos enjoy their holiday break, but we’re wishing you the happiest of holidays! 🎄✨
After the New Year, please stop in and keep us busy… It’s been a little slow 😉

We can’t wait to welcome you back for a warm drink and an even warmer mission. In 2026.💙

Today is one of those bittersweet days filled with so much love and gratitude. 💙As  wraps up her final day with the Eliz...
12/19/2025

Today is one of those bittersweet days filled with so much love and gratitude. 💙

As wraps up her final day with the Eliza Hope Foundation, we want to pause and honor what her heart, leadership, and unwavering dedication have meant to this mission. Quite simply, we would not be where we are today without her. The growth, the reach, the impact, the lives touched at the pace they were… none of it would have been possible without the foundation she helped build and the incredible support she helped inspire.

Over the past five years, Kiley poured her whole heart into creating and growing our development and fundraising strategy from the ground up. Working alongside the most compassionate volunteers, donors, corporate partners, and local foundations to help transform a grassroots vision into an essential community resource. Through her leadership, more than $2.1 million was raised. Investments that now support a therapeutic home serving over 700 families seeking care, services, and hope for their neurodivergent children.

But beyond the numbers, Kiley leaves behind something even greater, deeper understanding, fierce advocacy, meaningful relationships, and a legacy of compassion. She has witnessed and honored. The strength, resilience, and love of autistic and neurodivergent individuals, their families, therapists, fathers, siblings, and especially the mothers whose infinite love fuels this work every day.

What began with one mom’s love for her daughter now changes countless lives, and Kiley has been a powerful part of that story. Kiley, thank you for your heart, your vision, your commitment, and your belief in what was possible. You will always be a part of the Eliza Hope family. 💙

We love you, we are endlessly grateful for you, and we can’t wait to see the impact you continue to make in the world. But for now… we’re cheering her on as she welcomes her second baby and takes this time to relax, soak in every moment, and enjoy being a stay-at-home mom.

☕️✨ We are SUPER excited about this NEW offering! ✨☕️We’re thrilled to introduce COFFEE TALKS☕️A monthly gathering for p...
12/17/2025

☕️✨ We are SUPER excited about this NEW offering! ✨☕️

We’re thrilled to introduce COFFEE TALKS☕️A monthly gathering for parents and caregivers at Eliza Hope Therapy Center.

Our very first Coffee Talk will be January 10, 2026 | 1:00–2:00 PM 🤍Leading these conversations is Jamaila Melchers, autism parent, sister, advocate, and Founder of Spectrum Strong. With lived experience and nearly 20 years of professional problem-solving, Jamaila brings clarity, confidence, and hope to families navigating the autism journey, empowering parents to become informed, confident advocates for their children.
☕️ Coffee & snacks provided
🧩 Childcare available in our sensory gym
👉 RSVP using the link in our bio, spots are limited!

Need a Christmas gift? 🎄📚
The perfect little book is now available through our link 🔗
’s Popcorn & Pinecones is a cozy, ...
12/15/2025

Need a Christmas gift? 🎄📚
The perfect little book is now available through our link 🔗

’s Popcorn & Pinecones is a cozy, heartwarming read AND proceeds help Eliza Hope kiddos attend Hope Stars programs ✨

Get your copy to give today!🎄

Wild for EHF🥰
12/08/2025

Wild for EHF🥰

12/05/2025

.llc GRAND illumination🎄

12/04/2025

🎄☕️ On the go tomorrow? Pop in and say hi to Barista Joe! He’ll be brewing joy (and great coffee!) at A Cup of Hope. Open Thursday 9–11 come warm up with us!

Hey friends! A Cup of Hope is OPEN! ☕✨Swing by every Tuesday from 10–2. Whether you’re heading to the mall for Christmas...
12/01/2025

Hey friends! A Cup of Hope is OPEN! ☕✨
Swing by every Tuesday from 10–2. Whether you’re heading to the mall for Christmas shopping, picking up your kid from JumpStart, or checking out our new merch.
Our friends from are here, working their magic & empowering autistic individuals to thrive.
Come grab a cup, say hi, and fuel your day with hope.☕️💫🥰

🦃💙 A Thanksgiving Full of Gratitude 💙🦃This season, our hearts at the Eliza Hope Foundation are overflowing.Last Friday’s...
11/27/2025

🦃💙 A Thanksgiving Full of Gratitude 💙🦃

This season, our hearts at the Eliza Hope Foundation are overflowing.

Last Friday’s gala was nothing short of extraordinary. Because of you, our generous donors, sponsors, volunteers, and guests. We celebrated our largest and most impactful event to date, raising over $240,000 to support children and families affected by autism. 🙌✨

As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, we’re reflecting on the incredible community that makes our mission possible. Your support is helping us fund summer programs, fill our expansion, empower our Hope Stars, and create even more opportunities for the families we serve. 🌟

We wish we could wrap each of you in a big hug today. Thank you for believing in our mission and for giving hope a home. 💙

From our Eliza Hope family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡

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629 Phoenix Drive, Ste 115
Virginia Beach, VA
23452

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