Foundation Administrator Job Opening

We are looking for a full-time Foundation Administrator to support the mission of The Community Foundation as we continue to grow. The individual assists with donor services communication, including fund management, donor stewardship, and donor correspondence.  This person has office management and governance responsibilities, supports special projects and event preparation, and supports the grant and scholarship process.

Salary is commensurate with experience.  Excellent benefits.

For more information about the position, visit our Home Page.  To apply, please send a cover letter describing why this role is a good fit for your interests and a resume via email to kathy@cfdrr.org.  The deadline to apply is September 25, 2023.

The Community Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

2023-24 Scholarships Awarded

$337,608.95 AWARDED IN SCHOLARSHIPS TO LOCAL STUDENTS

The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region announces today a total of 151 scholarship awards to 140 local students.  The scholarships, totaling $337,608.95, are the result of The Community Foundation’s 2023-24 scholarship cycle.

With 269 qualified students applying, the awards were made to 140 students from 64 separate scholarship funds.  The Foundation awarded scholarships to 87 high school seniors and 53 undergraduate or graduate students.

The Foundation’s annual scholarship reception was held Sunday, June 4th at the Pittsylvania County Community Center to celebrate scholarship recipients who attend, or attended, the following schools:  Bartlett Yancey High School, Chatham High School, Dan River High School, Galileo Magnet High School, George Washington High School, Gretna High School, Tunstall High School, Halifax County and Westover Christian Academy.  There were also awards made to homeschool students. To view the Scholarship Reception Program please visit https://www.cfdrr.org/scholarships/2023-scholarship-reception-program/

2023-24 Competitive Grant Cycle Opens June 1

Grant applications for the 2023-24 Competitive Grant Cycle of The Community Foundation will be open until July 28, 2023.

The application is available online through The Foundation’s grant application system. In an effort to make navigating the Competitive Grant Cycle application a little easier, we have added a new feature this year. Visit https://www.cfdrr.org/grants/applying-for-a-grant/ to download application instructions.

To apply, visit cfdrrgrants.academicworks.com. You will complete a General Application before answering a set of opportunity-specific questions.

If you are a new user to The Foundation’s grant application system, click here to set up an account. If you do not recall your password, click here to reset it. If you have questions, or issues logging in to your account, please call The Community Foundation office at (434) 793-0884 or email Traci Petty at traci@cfdrr.org.


Arts and Cultural Grant Application Open until April 28, 2023

Grant applications for the Arts and Cultural Fund of The Community Foundation will be open until April 28, 2023. This competitive grant opportunity accepts requests from Danville or Pittsylvania County organizations to support an arts and cultural event held between August 1, 2023 and August 1, 2024.

The application is available online through The Foundation’s grant application system.

To apply, visit cfdrrgrants.academicworks.com. You will complete a General Application before answering a set of opportunity-specific questions.

If you are a new user to The Foundation’s grant application system, click here to set up an account. If you do not recall your password, click here to reset it. If you have questions, or issues logging in to your account, please call The Community Foundation office at (434) 793-0884 or email Traci Petty at traci@cfdrr.org.


Donor Appreciation Luncheon, Grant Reminders, Grant Awards, and More in CFDRR’s E-News!

As we approach the end of national #CommunityFNDWeek, discover the latest news from CFDRR here. Discover updates about CFDRR’s 26th year Quality of Life Annual Appeal and the 2022 Donor Appreciation Luncheon, be reminded of important grant cycle deadlines, and read about recent grant awards!

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CFDRR Celebrates its Donors on November 10

The Community Foundation celebrated many of its donors on November 10, 2022, during its annual Donor Appreciation Luncheon. During the luncheon, the donors awarded Smokestack Theatre Company a $3,000 grant and Pittsylvania Historical Society a $2,000 grant as part of a pop-up giving circle demonstration. A pop-up giving circle is a short, interactive experience that enables a reflective and intentional group to discuss and make a collective gift in a brief period of time. Thank you to all who joined us in celebrating last Thursday!

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Photos: Ralph Adams Photography


Check out the slideshow below for more 2022 Luncheon photos!

25th Anniversary Story Published in Area Magazines

The Community Foundation is excited to announce the publication of “Celebrating 25 Years: Community Foundation of the Dan River Region,” a feature article written by Katherine Milam, Executive Director. The article was published in River City Area and Hyco Lake Magazines in their November 2021 issues.

Read the full article here:


25th Anniversary Open House Celebration!

CFDRR would like to thank the 58 guests who celebrated with us at our 25th Anniversary Open House on Sept. 10! The celebration included speakers and spontaneous sharing of stories highlighting CFDRR’s history of impact. CFDRR held a surprise $2,500 grant drawing in recognition of nonprofit organizations that are so vital in helping CFDRR connect donors to the resources and causes important to them and our community. Congratulations to the Virginia Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, serving Danville-Pittsylvania County, winner of the drawing! CFDRR’s 25th Anniversary Fundraising Campaign will run until Dec. 31, with the goal of raising $25,000.

Photo credits: Ralph Adams Photography

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You’re Invited!

You’re Invited to CFDRR’s Anniversary Open House!

RSVP here: https://cfdrr25.eventbrite.com

Schedule of Events:

12:15 PM: Cake Cutting and Light Refreshments Served

12:45 PM: Words of Gratitude and Voices of Impact

1:15 PM: Special Grant Drawing

We would love to hear stories of how The Community Foundation has impacted you or your organization! During our Voices of Impact section, you will have the opportunity to share your story with our community of supporters.

You are welcome to drop in and say hello anytime from 12:00-2:00 PM. This is an informal, open-house style celebration. We look forward to seeing you there!

CFDRR Article in the Chatham Star Tribune Progress Edition

The Community Foundation is honored to be recognized in the Chatham Star Tribune’s 2021 Progress Edition. Read the full article here.