WNRN is proud to give our non-profit neighbors a venue to promote their causes and events. As part of the Community Connection series, we broadcast public service announcements for non-profits that are written in their words and recorded in their voice.
The rules: Organizations profiled by WNRN or organizations whose information is broadcast within Hear Together/Community Connections must be a registered 501c3. If it is an event, WNRN requires at least a month’s advance notice to create a Community Connection for any event. If there is an admission or cost for the event, 100% of proceeds must benefit the nonprofit. Hear Together/Community Connections is a non-partisan, non-biased feature and will not accept submissions from or conduct profiles of political organizations or activities representing or contributing to a specific political organization or political action committee. Hear Together/Community Connections is non-denominational and will not accept submissions from or conduct profiles of specific religious groups or fundraisers tied to specific religious groups or organizations. We will accept submissions that are inter-faith or multi-denominational that support the community at large in collaboration without promoting a specific religious group or activity related to funding a specific religion or religious group.
Creating a Community Connection is an easy process. To request a time to record your message, email dmoses@wnrn.org. During scheduling, you’ll be prompted to write a message outlining what you’d like to promote, which we’ll use as your script for recording. We look forward to working with you!
Community Connection: Virginia Capital Trail Foundation Cap2Cap
The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation is hosting the 19th Sentara Cap2Cap presented by Dominion Energy, a community cycling event on Friday, May 10th and Saturday, May 11th.
They invite you to bring your family and friends to enjoy a supported ride on the Virginia Capital Trail, a paved trail stretching from Williamsburg to Richmond. Customizable rides offer multiple distances ranging from 10 to over 100 miles. There’s also a Family Fun Ride, a 2-Day challenge, and a half-century shuttle option. Throughout the ride, you will be supported by mechanics, stocked rest stops, multiple restroom facilities, and can enjoy a community Party Zone that is open to the public with beverages, vendors, and music. Registration includes an event shirt, rider’s bib, and Cap2Cap items.
Proceeds from this fundraiser go towards helping protect and enhance the Virginia Capital Trail and supporting local trail development.
Community Connection: Wildrock Summer Camps
Wildrock is a nonprofit that promotes nature play through camps, field trips, and outreach programs because they believe that kids should be outside for their health and happiness.
They still have space remaining for 2024 summer camps at their Nature Play and Discovery Center in Crozet.
Community Connection: Adagio House Summer Day Camp
Adagio House is a nonprofit in Harrisonburg that aims to reimagine care for caregivers and their loved ones living with disabilities.
They’re hosting their second annual summer day camp for people living with intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 13 to 25 from Monday through Thursday from June 10th through August 8th.
This day-long camp will feature music, visual arts and crafts, nature exploration, and more!
Community Connection: Lexington Road and River Relay
The Lexington Sunrise Rotary Club is hosting the 47th Lexington Road and River Relay on Saturday, May 4th.
This event’s 16-mile course consists of running, riding, and paddling legs and is open to solo participants or teams of up to 5 members.
Proceeds from this event go towards our Rotary club as they provide help to people and grants to organizations in the community with a focus on health and education.
More information and registration is online at lexingtonroadandriverrelay.org.
Community Connection: Downtown Ashland Light Up the Tracks
Downtown Ashland Association is a nonprofit that works for a vibrant future in Ashland. They’re hosting Light Up the Tracks now through New Years and they
Community Connection: Local Food Hub
The Local Food Hub, a Charlottesville based non-profit dedicated to strengthening our local food system through our commitment to local farmers and equitable food access. This year, they boosted their local economy and served nearly 400 community residents through our Fresh Farmacy program. Next year, they hope to double down on their efforts to alleviate hunger and promote nutrition, all while supporting local farms, and you can join them! Now through December 31st, they invite you to help them harvest hope, nourish communities and plan for the future. More information is online at local foodhub.org. Local Food Hub is a proud financial supporter of WNRN.
Community Connection: Lily Pads
LilyPads Housing is a nonprofit in Charlottesville that provides housing to out-of-town families whose children are undergoing treatment at UVA Children’s Hospital. Oftentimes, families must
