Making a Difference
Our Initiatives

Guided by our board of community residents, we prioritize special projects that support our indispensable nonprofit community and their work, advance preliteracy development and vocational education/workforce development, and position us for response to unanticipated community needs.

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Great Community Give

In nine years, the Great Community Give has helped more than 150 nonprofits raise more than $12 million! Join us, our sponsors and media partners in 2027, as we celebrate and support the people and organizations that make Harrisonburg and Rockingham stronger.

Nonprofit Resourcing for Leaders and Groups

TCFHR hosts monthly coffee events, an annual coaching program for nonprofit leaders, and capacity-building grant opportunities through the generosity of the Rocco Legacy Endowment.

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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Serving our youngest residents as they prepare for success in school and beyond, the foundation is the host organization for this monthly book gifting program that mails free, age-appropriate books into homes. Any resident of Rockingham County and Harrisonburg under the age of five, regardless of income level, is eligible for this program.

Other Initiatives

Giving Back Guides

Giving Back Guide

This annual guide connects donors with local nonprofits and their funding needs. Check the latest edition to learn more about local needs.

TCFHR Endowments

With direction and support from our board, TCFHR has four endowed funds supporting local food pantries, preK literacy and the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program, vocational education, and the greater community.