During the week of November 12-18, 2014, the Shenandoah Community Foundation joins more than 700 community foundations across America celebrating Community Foundation Week. For 25 years, the effort has raised awareness about the increasingly important role of these philanthropic organizations in fostering local collaboration and innovation to address persistent civic and economic needs. “Community foundations…
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New Nonprofit Grant Cycle Starts: Calling for Letters of Intent!
Community Grants Recipient – Enrich Program volunteer at the Mt Olive and Shiloh UMC 10/3/16: Shenandoah Community Foundation Announces Community Grants Program for 2016/17 Woodstock, VA – The Shenandoah Community Foundation announced it is now accepting letters of intent from organizations seeking funding next year. Non Profit 501 (c )(3) or affiliated organizations serving Shenandoah…
Douglas C. Arthur: The Epitome of Community Spirit
It is with a heavy heart that we say farewell to Doug Arthur—Shenandoah County attorney, Vietnam veteran, musician, sports enthusiast, and true lover of people and community— who has lent his name, reputation, and support to the Shenandoah Community Foundation as a member of our Advisory Committee since it was first formed. A native of Strasburg,…
SCF Board Welcomes Mike Dorman
Woodstock, VA, (Summer 2016) – The Shenandoah Community Foundation announced the addition of Mike Dorman to their Board of Directors. “Mike’s experience as a High School Principal and his enthusiasm for our mission make him a perfect addition to our Board,” said Foundation President, Jeff Dalke. “We are excited to draw on his insight and experience…
Major Milestone: Over $1 Million Awarded Since 2008
(Woodstock, VA) The Shenandoah Community Foundation recently marked a major milestone in philanthropic giving. Since 2008 Foundation has awarded over $1 Million dollars and is continuing to give more in grants and scholarships each year. “It is a testament to the generosity of this community that such a relatively young organization has been able to…