Nonprofits

New Black History Museum set to open Thursday

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With a new director at its helm and seven figures worth of renovations behind it, Richmond’s newest museum is ready for its close up. The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia will open May 5 with in its new home in the old Leigh Street Armory at 122 W. Leigh St. Preview events will… Read more »

No spell check allowed

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A different kind of buzz will be had at Hardywood this week. The fifth annual RVA Awesome Adult Spelling Bee to benefit the Podium Foundation will be held Wednesday evening at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery. More than a dozen teams representing various Richmond businesses and groups will compete for bragging rights and a 38-inch, golden-bee-topped… Read more »

Generosity on tap

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More than 150 local business people showed up to Hardywood Park Craft Brewery on Wednesday evening to celebrate BizSense’s third annual Generosity Inc. event recognizing Richmond’s most philanthropic companies. Thanks to all our great sponsors, all four dozen companies on the Generosity list and all those who came to enjoy the great beer and camaraderie…. Read more »

Historical Society beats goal with expected $45M raise

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The ongoing capital campaign giving power to the Virginia Historical Society’s extensive renovations is coming to a close, and the organization expects to blow past its original fundraising goal by $7 million by the end of the month.

Dominion pledges $5.5M to theater nonprofit

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The energy giant will soon have its name plastered on a downtown performance arts complex after promising $5.5 million in donations over 15 years to Richmond CenterStage.

Dominion picks veterans program for PGA tour proceeds

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A newly announced PGA golf tournament to be hosted at Country Club of Virginia the next four years will be handing over proceeds to a state organization that helps veterans find jobs.