The Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region

The Community Foundation of the Rappahannock River Region We are devoted advocates for the vitality and well-being of the Rappahannock River region.

Our mission is to build a flourishing philanthropic community in Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania and Stafford Counties and the City of Fredericksburg, Virginia. A community foundation is a vehicle for people of all means to make a lasting difference in the community causes they care about. Our central purpose is to serve the needs and philanthropic aims of donors who wish to better their commu

nity, now and in the future. We do this by providing donors with flexible, efficient, and tax-effective ways to ensure their charitable giving achieves the greatest possible impact. Because our region’s civic leaders choose the Community Foundation as the most effective way to actively champion the causes they care about, we are actively growing a vital set of resources that will benefit the Rappahannock River region in perpetuity.

CALLING ALL NONPROFIT LEADERS!Ready to strengthen your skills, expand your network and gain practical tools for the work...
08/31/2026

CALLING ALL NONPROFIT LEADERS!
Ready to strengthen your skills, expand your network and gain practical tools for the work you do every day?
The 2026 Nonprofit Leadership Workshop Series begins Tuesday, September 8 with a kickoff designed to introduce the year ahead and connect nonprofit leaders from across the region.
In partnership with Germanna Community College and the Center for Nonprofit Excellence, the multi-month series will feature training, practical resources and insights from industry experts.
At the kickoff, hear from Serve Virginia about its statewide volunteer hub and plans to expand its reach—and connect with other nonprofit professionals.
📍 Germanna Community College Workforce & Technology Center, Room 105
10000 Germanna Point Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22408
The kickoff is Tuesday, September 8; all remaining sessions will be held on Thursdays.
👉 View the full series and RSVP for the kickoff: https://www.cfrrr.org/nonprofit-leadership-workshops/

We’re proud to partner with Amazon in Virginia to support the Amazon Rappahannock Region Community Fund — $350,000 in gr...
08/31/2026

We’re proud to partner with Amazon in Virginia to support the Amazon Rappahannock Region Community Fund — $350,000 in grants for projects in STEM education, sustainability, community development, digital skills, cultural heritage preservation, and health & wellbeing. Read more: https://www.cfrrr.org/apply/amazon-rappahannock-region-community-fund/

Every animal deserves a chance. The Homeless Animals Support Network (HASN) Fund was established to provide critical sup...
08/28/2026

Every animal deserves a chance.
The Homeless Animals Support Network (HASN) Fund was established to provide critical support for small animal rescues and shelters across Virginia, helping organizations secure the resources they need to care for homeless pets and move closer to the shared goal of a No-Kill Virginia.
Through grant assistance, advocacy, and support for underserved communities, the fund helps bridge resource gaps and improve outcomes for animals in need throughout the Commonwealth.
Together, we can help ensure more animals find safety, care, and loving homes. ➡️ Learn more about the HASN Fund: https://www.cfrrr.org/apply/hasn-fund/

The Community Foundation recently visited Central Rappahannock Regional Library to learn more about the important preser...
08/27/2026

The Community Foundation recently visited Central Rappahannock Regional Library to learn more about the important preservation work happening in the Virginiana Room—and to see firsthand the impact of grant support. The Library’s Virginiana Collection contains approximately 8,000 titles documenting the social, political, and genealogical history of our region. Today, about 400 titles are in critical condition, with some materials no longer available to the public because they are too fragile to safely handle.

As a past recipient of a Duff McDuff Green Fund grant, Central Rappahannock Regional Library continues to demonstrate the importance of investing in the preservation of our region’s history and the resources that connect our community to its past.

The Library is also partnering with the Washington-Lewis chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution to preserve historically significant materials dating from the Colonial period through the American Revolution. In April, the Library received $4,469 from the Community Foundation’s Virginia Heritage Fund to support this work.

These materials are used by genealogists, students, historians, scholars, journalists, and community members conducting an estimated 3,300 hours of research each year.
We’re grateful to visit with the Library team and see how philanthropic support is helping protect these irreplaceable pieces of our collective story. Preserving history means preserving access to the stories, records, and knowledge that help define our community.

If you've recently accepted a position—or currently work—with the City of Fredericksburg or Fredericksburg City Public S...
08/27/2026

If you've recently accepted a position—or currently work—with the City of Fredericksburg or Fredericksburg City Public Schools and are planning to live within the City, the Serve and Stay Fredericksburg Fund may be able to help with your housing costs.
This initiative supports workforce recruitment and retention by helping eligible employees overcome one of today's biggest challenges: finding a place to call home in the community they serve.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed as complete applications are received, subject to available funding. Most applicants can expect a funding decision within approximately two weeks.
If you're eligible, don't wait to explore this opportunity. City of Fredericksburg, Virginia Government GreenChip E-Waste & ITAD Solutions
Learn more and apply today:
🔗 https://www.cfrrr.org/the-serve-and-stay-fredericksburg-fund/

Your Passion. Your Legacy. Your Impact. Every charitable fund at The Community Foundation begins with a desire to make a...
08/26/2026

Your Passion. Your Legacy. Your Impact.
Every charitable fund at The Community Foundation begins with a desire to make a difference.
Whether supporting education, human services, the arts, environmental causes, scholarships, animal welfare, or community development, our donors create funds that reflect the causes they care about most.
Together, these funds strengthen our region and ensure charitable dollars continue making an impact for generations to come.
When you establish a fund, you're not just giving back—you're creating a lasting legacy. ➡️ Learn more about how funds create impact: https://www.cfrrr.org/

Community Event Highlight: FREE Music Bingo For a Cause – Supporting Local Schools and Building CommunitySunday, August ...
08/25/2026

Community Event Highlight: FREE Music Bingo For a Cause – Supporting Local Schools and Building Community
Sunday, August 30th | 12:00 PM | Creekside Farm Brewery
Join us at Creekside Farm Brewery for music bingo, prizes, and community impact during the months of July and August to support local school programs! Come out, bring your people, and help pour back into the next generation of our local student-athletes. Every raffle ticket helps support local youth, strengthen school programs, and give our local students more opportunities to grow, compete, and represent their community with pride.

August 30th: Supporting King George High School Athletics Dept. – Join us Sunday, August 30th from 12PM-3PM to support the King George High School Athletics Department to help our local student-athletes.

Go Local FXBG exists to strengthen local nonprofits and expand opportunity across Planning District 16. Events like this help nonprofits raise awareness and funding while building momentum for our upcoming Youth Internship & Career Pathways Program — creating real-world experience opportunities for students interested in marketing, event production, and community leadership.

Come for the bingo. Stay for the impact.

See all our community events: https://www.cfrrr.org/who-we-are/our-events/

Community Event Highlight: FREE Wednesday Party Trivia Nights to Support Local Nonprofits and Build CommunityWednesday, ...
08/24/2026

Community Event Highlight: FREE Wednesday Party Trivia Nights to Support Local Nonprofits and Build Community

Wednesday, August 26th | 6:00 PM | Brock's Riverside Grill
This week, we’re supporting the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention (AFSP), a national nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by su***de. The organization funds scientific research, provides educational programs that help people recognize and respond to warning signs, advocates for public policies that support mental health and su***de prevention, and hosts community events that promote connection, healing, and resilience.

Come for the trivia. Stay for the impact.

See all our community events: https://www.cfrrr.org/who-we-are/our-events/

If you're beginning a new chapter with the City of Fredericksburg or Fredericksburg City Public Schools—or you're planni...
08/21/2026

If you're beginning a new chapter with the City of Fredericksburg or Fredericksburg City Public Schools—or you're planning to make Fredericksburg your home—you may qualify for housing assistance through the Serve and Stay Fredericksburg Fund.
Eligible applicants must:
✔ Be employed by, or have accepted employment with, the City of Fredericksburg or Fredericksburg City Public Schools
✔ Plan to remain employed for at least 12 months
✔ Purchase or lease a primary residence within the City of Fredericksburg (ZIP Code 22401)
✔ Meet household income eligibility requirements
Priority consideration is given to first responders, teachers, and instructional-focused school employees, helping address some of Fredericksburg's greatest workforce needs.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed as complete applications are received. Because funding is limited, eligible applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as they're ready. City of Fredericksburg, Virginia Government GreenChip E-Waste & ITAD Solutions
Learn more:
🔗 https://www.cfrrr.org/the-serve-and-stay-fredericksburg-fund/

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