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Announcing 2026 Community Impact Grants: Advancing Economic Mobility

July 28, 2026

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The Community Foundation is excited to announce the completion of our 2026 Community Impact grantmaking cycle. This milestone marks the official launch of our updated grants strategy, focused on advancing Economic Mobility for individuals and families across our region.

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Chris Hairston-White: Generations of Giving Back

September 27, 2026

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This year, Chris Hairston-White and her husband Dwayne, both Charles City County natives, established their donor advised fund with the Community Foundation.

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An Evening Exploring Philanthropy Across Generations Edit

April 20, 2026

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On April 22, we had the pleasure of hosting Philanthropy Across Generations, an evening with Community Foundation fundholders who are anticipating or actively navigating what comes next for their adult children and their family’s philanthropy.

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Introducing Melody Porter, New Director of Economic Mobility

August 20, 2026

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As a part of their commitment to the growth of the Richmond region, the Community Foundation has established a new position: the Director of Economic Mobility. According to Chief Impact Officer Sarah Bedard Holland, this was a direct response to community needs.

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