HARRISONBURG-ROCKINGHAM

The United Way of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County and The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg & Rockingham County announced jointly the establishment of the COVID-19 HR Community Response Fund. Grants from the fund help support front line human services organizations that have deep roots in Harrisonburg and Rockingham County and strong experience working with those vulnerable in our community.

As of May 8th, $287,776.31 has been raised for this effort. Over $100,000 in grant funding was distributed on April 10. Another $100,000 was distributed on April 27. Over $66,000 was distributed on May 8. CLICK HERE to see local nonprofits receiving funding.

The Community Foundation will waive its normal Foundation Support Fee so more funds are given to those in need. This Fund is will distributed in phases. Phase One (Rounds 1 & 2) assisted with access to food and access to safe shelter. Phase Two added focuses for access to mental healthcare and access to child care for essential workers. Phase Three will broaden the criteria to include nonprofit organizations struggling to provide normal services, but face a significant reduction in funding due to COVID-19. The Community Foundation and United Way will work strategically with local nonprofit organizations to provide grants to agencies to meet both immediate and long-term needs related to the impact of the virus in the Harrisonburg and Rockingham County area.

How to Contribute to the COVID-19 HR Community Response Fund

Your gifts are making a very real difference in the lives of individuals and families in our community. Grants are distributed to our local nonprofit organizations as we receive gifts for the fund.

Checks may be made payable to The Community Foundation for “COVID-19 HR Response Fund,” may be mailed to: P O Box 1068, Harrisonburg, VA 22803.

Please use the “Donate Now” button below for online gifts. Normal credit card fees apply to on-line gifts.