The Brisben Center is the largest full service, year-round, residential emergency homeless center in the Fredericksburg area.
WATCH: Brisben Center holding golf tournament with NFL legends on May 24th
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LISTEN: Town Talk/FailSafe-ERA
Deneal Kennedy and Juanita Shanks talk about the work (and origin of the name) of FailSafe-ERA. Discussion on the programs to help inmates transition back into society.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Fredericksburg Salvation Army
Fredericksburg Salvation Army Captain Shauntrice Williams talks about their many areas of service. It’s National Salvation Army Week.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Blue Star Mothers of Fredericksburg
Faye Mohler and Terri Reece. Their work and helps to families in the region and how you can get involved in sending notes and packages to troops. Info on Golf Tournament June 26
WATCH: Thanking essential workers
Rappahannock United Way is making it easy for the community to thank and support for our local essential workers who are working hard to keep us all safe. It’s fast and easy.
Quick student loan repayments? Better Business Bureau of Central Virginia says not likely
The BBB of Central Virginia says if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. A company that claims it can quickly erase student loan debt isn’t being honest.
WATCH: Empowerhouse seeks assistance for sudden need at domestic violence shelter
Empowerhouse is looking to the community for assistance. The entire HVAC system at its domestic shelter needs to replaced. Right now. It’s a $160,000 need.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Fairy Godmother Project
Andie McConnell talks about the work of Fairy Godmother Project–caring for families dealing with pediatric cancer. Update on new programs and expanding their reach into the Northern Neck.
WATCH: The Spotsy Y is hiring
Looking for work? Alicia Kindred at the Ron Rosner Family YMCA in Spotsylvania wants to talk! There are job openings this summer and fall.
“Now arriving at Gate 8” – Fake airline booking sites
The Better Business Bureau says if you come across a company you haven’t dealt with before, research it before making any purchase.
The Community Foundation’s Duff McDuff Green, Jr. fund for Youth, Recreation, and Preservation taking applications beginning Monday
The Community Foundation will begin accepting applications for funding over $7,500 from eligible nonprofits in Planning District 16 through June 7
New Board members for Rappahannock Goodwill
Curry Roberts and Ann Henecke join the board
Rappahannock United Way thanking donors in these COVID times
“Delivering our awards by hand still gives us the opportunity to connect and thank those who are making a difference in our community, especially for local ALICE® households.”
PHOTOS: Another Habitat for Humanity home takes shape in Bowling Green
Habitat of Caroline is working on five homes using the USDA Self-Help Housing program. Want to volunteer with Habitat? All skill levels welcome. habitatofcaroline.org
LISTEN: Town Talk/Habitat for Humanity of Caroline County
The importance and joy of volunteering. Brad Thomas and Jason Tickle. Brad talks about volunteering with Habitat for Humanity of Caroline County.
WATCH: Salem Fields Community Church sponsoring May 22nd race for Brisben Center
Salem Fields Community Church in Spotsylvania is holding a 5K and kids mile to benefit the Thurman Brisben Center and their programs to help the homeless.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Empowerhouse HVAC need
Kathy Anderson, Denny Fallon and Dan Visone talk about a big-time need at Empowerhouse. A new heating and air system at their domestic violence shelter.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Rappahannock United Way
Rappahannock United Way’s Janel Donohue talks about virtual financial stability classes for adults, thanking essential workers and free tax month.
Listen: Town Talk/Cooking Autism
Cooking Autism’s April Burch with an update on their work with teachers, families and kids.
WATCH: If you want to learn and help, Habitat of Caroline has a place for you
Looking for ways to get involved–and pick up a new skill or two? Habitat for Humanity of Caroline County is looking for you!
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