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Lakecia Hembry Named Operations Coordinator
The Charlottesville Area Community Foundation (Community Foundation) is delighted to welcome Lakecia Hembry as our new Operations Coordinator. Lakecia will work closely with the operations team to support office administration, coordinate database management, and promote efficiency across all foundation activities. “Lakecia is a lifelong resident of Louisa County and an active leader and member in …Read More>
Alexandra Kwiatkoski Named Operations Manager
The Charlottesville Area Community Foundation (Community Foundation) is pleased to welcome Alexandra Kwiatkoski as our new Operations Manager. Alexandra will work closely with the operations team to manage systems and procedures that enhance the Community Foundation’s efficiency while ensuring that operational functions align with the foundation’s strategic goals. “Alexandra is an avid member of the …Read More>
CACF Enters New Partnership with FEG Investment Advisors
The Charlottesville Area Community Foundation is pleased The Charlottesville Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce a new partnership with the investment advisory firm, FEG Investment Advisors. It is best practice to revisit Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) relationships, and through a competitive and thorough RFP process, the foundation’s Investment Committee has chosen FEG to serve as the Community Foundation’s OCIO. While …Read More>
CACF Community Endowment Fund announces over $2 million in 2024 Charlottesville region grants
Foundation programs and partnerships reflect deepening commitment to regenerative philanthropy Charlottesville, VA — The Community Endowment Fund of the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation (CACF) is proud to announce $2.2 million in funding awards this year to 32 grantees working to improve the quality of life in Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, …Read More>
Bama Works Fund Awards $853,000 to 125 Nonprofits
The Bama Works Fund of Dave Matthews Band at the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce its Fall 2024 grant funding decisions, totaling $853,000 and supporting 125 nonprofits throughout the region. With this round of grants, the Bama Works Fund continues its commitment to ensure that organizations in Charlottesville and the surrounding counties …Read More>
Charlottesville Area Community Foundation Welcomes Three New Board Members
We are excited to announce that three new board members have joined our Governing Board (from left to right): Charles Lewis, Josephus Allmond, and Ashleigh O’Brien. Charles Lewis has founded multiple organizations and holds key roles, including serving with the Black Professionals Network of Charlottesville. He produces and co-hosts the community-based talk show In My …Read More>
Bama Works Fund Awards $784,540 to 135 Nonprofits
The Bama Works Fund of Dave Matthews Band at the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce its Spring 2024 grant funding decisions, totaling $784,540 and supporting 135 nonprofits throughout the region. With this round of grants, the Bama Works Fund continues its commitment to Charlottesville and the surrounding counties. This grant cycle, the …Read More>
Symia Tabron Named Accounting Manager
The Charlottesville Area Community Foundation (Community Foundation) is thrilled to welcome Symia Tabron as our new Accounting Manager. Symia will work closely with our finance team and play a key role in ensuring the foundation delivers on our mission to improve quality of life as a community-centered, equity-forward organization by maintaining strong financial health, sound …Read More>
Charles J. Lewis III Resilience Education Fund
The non-profit organization, Resilience Education is proud to announce the establishment of the Charles J. Lewis III Resilience Education Fund that will be managed by the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation. This meaningful gesture of generosity from the Lewis Family, in memory of their late nephew, will help Resilience to continue building more impactful initiatives in …Read More>