FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: November 18, 2025
Contact: Jamee Rodgers, CEO
Phone: 540.373.9292
Website: https://www.cfrrr.org/the-community-relief-fund/
$60,000 in Emergency Grants Awarded to Local Support Organizations
Fredericksburg, VA — In response to the rising challenges of food insecurity caused by recent reductions in SNAP and food benefit program funding, the Community Foundation has announced emergency grants totaling $60,000 to strengthen local hunger relief efforts.
The Foundation’s Executive Committee and Board of Governors approved $50,000 for the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank and $10,000 for SERVE, two cornerstone organizations working daily to ensure families across the region have access to nutritious food and essential support.
“Food insecurity is a growing concern in our community,” said Jamee Rodgers, CEO of the Community Foundation. “With recent funding changes, many of our neighbors are struggling to meet basic needs. As a Foundation, we’re committed to stepping in quickly — and thanks to our donors, we can.”
The Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank provides nutritious food to more than 51,000 individuals across the Central Rappahannock River Region through a network of 200 partners and 270 programs. In 2024 alone, the Food Bank distributed more than 8.8 million pounds of food — the equivalent of 7.4 million meals.
SERVE, which has supported children and families since 1979, provides emergency food, resources, and programs that uplift families across Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline, King George Counties, and the City of Fredericksburg.
“Our mission has always been about neighbors helping neighbors,” said Kimberly Young, Chair of the Community Foundation’s Board of Governors. “These grants reflect that spirit. When we work together — donors, nonprofits and community partners — we create real and immediate impact.”
The Community Foundation encourages residents to donate to the Foundation’s Community Relief Fund, which enables rapid, flexible response in times of community crisis. Contributions to the Community Relief Fund support a wide range of local needs, including emergency relief, hunger assistance, youth programs, and more.
To learn more or to make a donation, visit https://www.cfrrr.org/the-community-relief-fund/.
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The Community Foundation is a tax-exempt public charity committed to enhancing the quality of life for the residents of Planning District 16, which includes the City of Fredericksburg and the counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania, and Stafford. We serve individuals, families, businesses, and organizations united by a shared goal—strengthening our region through impactful philanthropy.
In 2025, the Community Foundation awarded more than $235,000 in scholarships, providing critical support for students pursuing higher education. We steward 220 named charitable funds, established by donors to support a wide array of causes. Last year alone, we distributed over $3.3 million in grants to nonprofits and community initiatives across the region.
With more than $60 million in assets under management, the Community Foundation maintains a strong financial position, ensuring responsible stewardship and long-term sustainability for the charitable funds entrusted to us. Our sound financial footing allows us to support the evolving needs of our community today and for generations to come. For more information, please call (540) 373-9292, email info@cfrrr.org or visit www.cfrrr.org.