FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
CONTACT:
Kathryn C. Yarzebinski,
President & CEO
Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation
(434) 845-6500
(Lynchburg, VA - October 12, 2022) - The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation (GLCF or Foundation) celebrates 50 years of service to the community. In 1971, an employee of Fidelity National Bank submitted an idea to form a Community Trust. This innovative idea arose at a time when there were not many community foundations in the nation, but it was well received. On October 12, 1972, the Board of Directors of Fidelity National Bank adopted a Resolution and Declaration of Trust creating the Greater Lynchburg Community Trust (now Foundation). Initial funding came from just three donors: The Plymale Foundation, A.H. Easley, and Nancy B. Pollack, and totaled $14,000. From those few visionary supporters, and under the able and dedicated guidance of those who followed, the Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation has grown exponentially.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Friday, June 17, 2022
CONTACT:
Erin Hillert, James River Association
(e)
Kathryn C. Yarzebinski, CFRE, Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation
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The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation has awarded the James River Association its 2022 Century Fund Grant of $100,000. The competitive funding is for projects anticipated to have a transformational impact on the community, county, or entire region.
The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation has the privilege of helping support the activities of many local nonprofits. This month's Non-Profit Highlight is dedicated to Lynchburg Daily Bread, Inc. in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Daring colors, bold statements, beautiful street art, captivating local paintings, night lights and art galore...
Just a few of the phrases we would use to describe Art Alley in Downtown Lynchburg. Whether you are looking for a great spot to take photos or a place to take a stroll on a cool evening, Art Alley will be an enjoyable addition.
The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation (GLCF) is proud to announce its involvement in the newly launched Lynchburg Tomorrow.
Lynchburg Tomorrow was launched in 2021, in a partnership between the University of Lynchburg (UoL) and local city officials. This new program connects areas of need and potential in the city with The UoL’s unique resources, such as the leadership and expertise of their faculty, staff and students.
Dear Friends,
The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation has partnered with the University of Lynchburg as part of their Lynchburg Tomorrow initiative to draw upon the expertise and research capabilities there to better track outcomes as they relate to our grantmaking.
We are proud to announce that the second Century Fund Grant for $100,000 has been awarded to Camp Kum-Ba-Yah!
Camp Kum-Ba-Yah, located in the heart of Lynchburg, was founded by Reverend Bev Cosby in 1950 as a space for the children of the Lynchburg community to play together in a safe environment.
With a focus on connection and community through outdoor experiences, Camp Kum-Ba-Yah has greatly improved our Lynchburg community. The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation looks forward to seeing how Camp Kum-Ba-Yah will continue to bring the community of Lynchburg closer together.
The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation works to solve our community’s greatest challenges by providing grants and scholarships, and by helping individuals, families, and organizations create their charitable legacy.
Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation
MAIL CHECKS TO:
1100 Commerce Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
Phone: 434.845.6500
Email: info@lynchburgfoundation.org