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The Community Foundation Announces 2025 Educator Grant Recipients Across Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Dr. Jamee Rodgers, CEO, The Community Foundation Phone: 540-373-9292 x120 FREDERICKSBURG, VA — [November 26, 2025] — The Community Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 educator-focused grant programs, which provide critical investments in classrooms, literacy programs, enrichment opportunities, and student support services across Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania […]

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Community Foundation Takes Action to Address Growing Community Needs

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 […]

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The Community Foundation Concludes 20th Annual Youth in Philanthropy Program; Students Award $10,000 Grant to Spreading Smiles

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMedia Contact: Jamee Rodgers, PhD., CEO of The Community FoundationPhone: 540.373.9292 x120 October 22, 2025 – Fredericksburg, VA — The Community Foundation celebrated the conclusion of the 20th Annual Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) program on October 16 with a final presentation by this year’s student participants. During the event, students presented to the […]

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The Community Foundation Celebrates 20th Annual Youth in Philanthropy Program; Announces Nonprofit Finalists

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMedia Contact: Dr. Jamee RodgersPhone: 540.373.9292 x120 September 3, 2025 – Fredericksburg, VA — The Community Foundation is proud to announce the launch of the 20th Annual Youth in Philanthropy (YIP) program, engaging high school students from across the region in hands-on leadership and service. This fall, students are celebrating a milestone year […]

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The Community Foundation Names Jamee Rodgers, PhD. as New CEO

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMedia Contact: Director of Donor Services, Casey HuPhone: 540-373-9292 x123Email: casey.hu@cfrrr.orgAugust 7, 2025 – Fredericksburg, VA — The Community Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of  Jamee Rodgers, PhD. as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Teri McNally, who retired after a compelling 23-year tenure.Dr. Rodgers brings over two decades of leadership […]

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Amazon and The Community Foundation Launch $300,000 Grant Fund to Support Innovation and Resilience in the Rappahannock Region

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Director of Donor Services, Casey Hu Phone: 540-373-9292 x123 See Grant Recipients Announcement Fredericksburg, VA (July 28, 2025) — Amazon in collaboration with The Community Foundation, proudly announces the launch of the Amazon Rappahannock Region Community Fund, a bold $300,000 investment aimed at empowering nonprofits and community-based organizations across the […]

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