We Just Granted $550,000 to Local Nonprofits and $25,459 to Schools in Spotsylvania County and the City of Fredericksburg
Eleven months ago, The Community Foundation received the largest gift in our 24-year history, over $13 million from The Fredericksburg Savings Charitable Foundation. We are excited to announce $550,000 in grants that will be awarded to 42 local nonprofit organizations from this transformative fund this month. Click below to learn more and see the list of nonprofit organizations.
Also this month, we awarded $25,459 to support local schools through the Haven Make a Difference Fund, Governors Row Fund and Trust for Public Education Fund. Each year, these funds support local teachers and students in the City of Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County.
How can we award so many grants?
Because of generous philanthropists like YOU.
Make a donation today and support The Community Foundation. Direct your support to a specific fund or contribute to the foundation's general operations.

Your donation is tax deductible to the full extent of the law.
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The Duff McDuff Green, Jr. Fund Small Grant ($7,500 or less)
The Duff McDuff Green, Jr. Fund is accepting applications for its small grant cycle (less than $7,500) with awards that support recreation opportunities in the community, benefit our region's youth, and/or advance local historic and cultural preservation.

Applications must be received electronically by 5:00 PM on December 20. Grant awards will be announced the week of February 21, 2022.
Scholarships Season is Here!
The Community Foundation is now accepting applications for more than 40 scholarship funds with over $150,000 available to grant in the 2021-2022 year. Graduating High School Seniors are invited to apply today! Know a student who should apply? Share this information with them!

Applications must be submitted electronically by 11:00 PM on Sunday, March 6, 2022. Scholarship awards will be announced by May 31, 2022.
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Our Party is Back!
The Community Foundation's annual party is taking place this spring. Different season, same great party! Hurry space is limited.

Ring in Spring
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
5:30 – 7:30 PM
The Community Foundation
Consider Making a Qualified Charitable Distribution This Year
Did you know that making a QCD from your IRA could provide greater tax savings than cash donations? The Community Foundation is here to make personal philanthropy flexible, easy and effective. Join our community of donors to achieve your charitable goals. Contact us to learn more.
Now Hiring
We are looking for a talented professional to join our team! To learn more about our Program Manager position, visit our website www.cfrrr.org/join-our-team
Who is The Community Foundation?
The Community Foundation is a tax-exempt public charity serving 330,000+ residents in Planning District 16 who share a common interest—improving the quality of life in our area. We manage over $152,000 in scholarships, steward 179 named charitable funds, and awarded more than $2.4 million in grants last year.
Our mission is to build a flourishing philanthropic community.