Browsing Category
Advocacy
43 posts
Leading Virginia’s Recovery Movement with The Chris Atwood Foundation
Chris Atwood was a beloved friend, son and brother who faced the challenges of substance use disorder with…
The F.R.E.E. Foundation Turns Limitations into Liberation
For many Virginians, access to mobility equipment can mean the difference between isolation and independence. The Foundation for…
Playhouses with Purpose: Henrico CASA Unveils 5th Annual Home for Good® Exhibit
In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, Henrico CASA is back for its 5th annual Home for Good®…
Sustainability Matters: Starting Small, Thinking Big
Sustainability can often feel daunting, especially with the constant stream of negative news about climate change and the…
Bridging the Gap: How the Virginia Rural Health Association Fights for Equitable Healthcare
Quality healthcare isn’t something that should be dictated by where you live. Yet, people in rural communities throughout…
Empowering Neurodivergent Voters: Vote the Spectrum VA Helps Make Elections Accessible for All
As someone who self-identifies as neurodivergent, Andrew Markwalter understands the difficulties of navigating systems that weren’t exactly built…
Circle Center Adult Day Services: Bridging the Gap in Long-Term Care
By 2030, one in five Americans will be 65 or older, marking the first time such a large…
JP JumPers Foundation: JumPing In to Make a Difference
When James Perry “JP” Mines was diagnosed with autism at 2 years old, it set into motion an…
Restoring the Chesapeake Bay, One Oyster at a Time
The Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) is one of the leading organizations in Virginia that works to restore state…
Bringing New Meaning to ‘Auntie Advocate’
Gun violence doesn’t just affect its victims. There is a ripple effect that echoes through families and entire…