In December 2022, NOVA Hampton Chapter 418 initiated the third annual holiday food drive for homeless veterans program at Hampton VAMC. The donation drive included not only food donations but also warm clothes for veterans who were struggling to cope with the cold winter days. This year's donation drive was the most successful, thanks to the efforts of the NOVA Hampton Chapter 418 members and staff. The organization received donations of non-perishable food items and warm clothing from members, staff, and Tau Chapter Incorporated of Chi Eta Phi Sorority Incorporated.

On May 23, 2023, during the week of Community Partnership in honor of Nurses Month, four members of NOVA Hampton Chapter 418 delivered the donations to the Hampton VAMC, HUD-VASH Department. The members included Phyllis Richardson, Director of Hospitality; Renieta Brown, Treasurer; Christopher Hancock, Director of Membership, and Jacquelyn Claude, the President of NOVA Hampton Chapter 418. A big thank you to all who have demonstrated their dedication and effort in making this event a success.

The support and donations received from NOVA Hampton Chapter 418 made a big difference in the lives of homeless veterans supported by the Hampton VAMC, HUD-VASH Department. The response from the staff member of the homeless veteran department was heartwarming, with “stating that the donations would help the homeless veterans make it through the long winter months. The NOVA Hampton Chapter 418 donation drive demonstrated how nurses and healthcare professionals can come together to contribute to their local community and make a real difference.

NOVA Hampton Chapter 418 is not just an organization but a community of healthcare professionals who care about their fellow veterans. Their engagement in community service initiatives, such as the holiday food drive for homeless veterans in Hampton VAMC, symbolizes their commitment to serve their country beyond their duties as nurses. Their outstanding contribution is a testament to the values of NOVA Hampton Chapter 418, which actively promotes and supports professional nursing  and advocacy for healthcare. 

The success of the 3rd annual holiday food drive for homeless veterans in Hampton VAMC is a testimony to the impact of community partnership and nursing advocacy. NOVA Hampton Chapter 418's donation drive was more than just a collection of food and clothing. It was an opportunity for nurses to give back to their local community and demonstrate their commitment to the mission and values of nursing. We would once again like to extend our gratitude to NOVA Hampton Chapter 418 members and staff who dedicated time, energy, and resources to make this event successful. It is through their efforts that the homeless veterans of Hampton VAMC, HUD-VASH Department have a better chance to make it through the winter months with dignity and respect.