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The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation Re-Launches Youth Philanthropy Council after a two year COVID-19 hiatus
The Youth Philanthropy Council is back! After being on hiatus since 2020 because of Covid-19, the Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation (GLCF) is re-launching this local tradition for the 2023-2024 academic year. The Youth Philanthropy Council (“YPC”) consists of 27 outstanding seniors from 12 high schools in the region the GLCF serves: the City of Lynchburg and the counties of Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and Campbell. The primary role of YPC members is to award $15,000 in grants to deserving local
CVCC's second annual Workforce Conversation
LYNCHBURG, Va. (Sept. 14, 2023) — Central Virginia Community College is hosting its second annual Workforce Conversation on Friday, September 15, from 9 to 11 a.m. Nationwide, employers consistently rank soft skills as the top deficiency of new workers. Of the top 10 employability skills desired by manufacturing employers in a nationwide survey, eight are in the "soft skills" category. The biggest problems in communication and expectations seem to arise between the youngest workers (Gen Z) and those close
Downtown Lynchburg Association receives $310,000 in Grant Funds
LYNCHBURG, VA – Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced that Downtown Lynchburg Association (DLA) was awarded a total of $310,000 across three grants. This funding will support the growth of Downtown Lynchburg through three upcoming projects and programs including: Bright Nights on the Bluffwalk, Launch LYH 2024, and a new micro-grant opportunity that will assist in funding physical improvements and beautification efforts of current Downtown Lynchburg storefronts. "Downtown Lynchburg's growth and vitality have
Lynchburg Fire Department wheels in four new vehicles
See story at the News & Advance...The Lynchburg Fire Department and city leaders celebrated the addition of four new vehicles Wednesday, with traditional “wet down” and dedication ceremonies at stations across the Hill City.The two ambulances and two fire engines represent a more than $2 million investment for the department, LFD Deputy Chief of Administration Jonathan Wright said via phone call Thursday.Wright was heavily involved in the design and purchase process, and said the four vehicles — two 2022
Delta Star Inc. to Expand Operations in the Lynchburg Region
Lynchburg, VA – Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that Delta Star Inc. would expand its operations in the Lynchburg region, adding more than 149 new jobs and $30.2 million in capital investment to our region. Delta Star, a local manufacturer of power equipment such as transformers and substations, will expand its manufacturing and headquarters operation to service its mobile transformers and increase production capacity by adding on to its existing Delta Star East facility in Lynchburg and Field
Two Lynchburg-area business orgs receive grant to build Center for Entrepreneurship
See story at The News & Advance...Two Lynchburg-area business organizations are preparing to set up a new Center for Entrepreneurship that will allow budding and veteran entrepreneurs to get support from seasoned mentors and build community connections. Entrepreneurs at the future Center for Entrepreneurship will benefit from a connection between the Small Business Development Center – Lynchburg Region, which are housed in the same building at 300 Lucado Pl., for free and confidential advising and coaching
Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance Awarded Funds to Develop the Center for Entrepreneurship
Today, Go Virginia Region 2 awarded $240,192 to the Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance to stand up the Center for Entrepreneurship. The Center for Entrepreneurship (C.Entr) is a new program that will bring regional entrepreneurial support under one roof at the Alliance’s facility at 300 Lucado Place in Downtown Lynchburg. In addition to Go Virginia Region 2 funds, $187,035 of matching funds have been provided by participating localities: Amherst, Bedford, and Campbell Counties, the City of Lynchburg, and
