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John and Christine Thomasson share passion for learning with Louisa community
By The Community Foundation / February 18, 2021
John was a strong believer in the importance of education, a good work ethic, and financial literacy, and he lived those values everywhere he went — from serving on the Board of Supervisors as the first African American elected to public office in Louisa County, to providing odd jobs and mentorship to local teens.

By The Community Foundation / February 15, 2021
Four answers to the question: “What were your earliest experiences in giving back to the community (or, what inspired you to get involved in your community)? How do your values and traditions in philanthropy and service play out in your life today?”

ConseRVAtion Fund supports partners for a greener Richmond region
By The Community Foundation / February 1, 2021
“The only way we can make an impact on the effects of climate change is by thinking locally — by asking ourselves, ‘What changes can my community make?’” Christie Silverstein said.

Q&A with new board chair, Austin Brockenbrough IV
By The Community Foundation / February 1, 2021
Austin Brockenbrough IV is President and Managing Director of Lowe, Brockenbrough & Company, a Richmond based investment advisory firm serving individuals and institutions, as well as a devoted family man and a genuine community servant. As the new board chair of the Community Foundation, we sat down with him via video chat to learn more about what inspires him and what opportunities he sees for the Foundation in the next few years.

Charitable Planning with Life Insurance
By The Community Foundation / February 1, 2021
Guest post by Jeri Turley, a Principal at Winged Keel Group - Learn how individuals who wish to leverage cash donations to charity can use life insurance to accomplish their goals through a variety of strategies.