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Growing a Healthier Future in Richmond’s Southside
In 2019, Sheri Shannon and Amy Wentz heard a shocking statistic: Those who live in the Southside area…
The River Guardians: Three Nonprofits Serving Virginia Rivers
From the free-flowing Rappahannock to the majestic James, rivers are an essential part of our ecosystem, history and…
Bellemeade Community Bike Shop: Empowering Youth with Spokes and Sustainability
Groundwork RVA’s Bellemeade Community Bike Shop, located in Bellemeade Park, is not just a bike shop. It’s a…
Brand Federation Launching Research Panel to Serve Virginia Nonprofits
Richmond-based Brand Federation is a nationally known consultancy that specializes in brand development. Powering the company’s insights is…
Making Waves in its Community: SwimRVA
Whether it’s teaching a child to swim for the first time, training the next generation of athletes or…
Friendly City Florals Spreads Joy, One Bouquet at a Time
In the heart of Harrisonburg, a small nonprofit is making a big impact through sustainability, service and a…
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…
Beyond Boundaries: Bridging Gaps and Building a Stronger Community
Nature possesses the incredible power to heal, motivate and inspire. Shep Roeper, cofounder and executive director of Beyond…
Alice’s Kids: Empowering Families with Dignity
“There were days I used to go to school wearing the same shirt every day, and there came…
A Capital Idea: Cap2Cap Celebrates 20 Years Supporting the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation
Twenty years ago, with segments of the 52-mile paved trail connecting Jamestown and Richmond still incomplete, the executive…