by Traci Petty
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CFDRR’s 25th Anniversary: Celebrating Key Milestones in Our History
In 2019, Katherine W. Milam became the Executive Director of the Foundation upon Debra Dodson’s retirement. In her time with CFDRR, the Foundation has seen a growth in total charitable assets from over $37 million in 2019 to over $51 million in 2021. Kathy is dedicated to the Foundation’s mission to improve and enrich the lives of people in the community by encouraging the generosity of donors; by receiving, managing and distributing important resources; and by meeting a variety of charitable purposes in the community.
by Traci Petty
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CFDRR’s 25th Anniversary: Celebrating Key Milestones in Our History
In 1996, the Foundation was originally named the DPC Community Foundation. In 2004, the name changed to The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region. In 2017, the Foundation released a new logo and branding.
by Traci Petty
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CFDRR’s 25th Anniversary: Celebrating Key Milestones in Our History
In 2004, CFDRR served as fiscal agent for a new Veterans Memorial. Lawrence McFall steered the project. In the same year, the Veterans Memorial at Dan Daniel Park in Danville was completed. Over 6,500 bricks have been sold. A permanent endowment for the Memorial was created in 2010.
