Retired Page County Public Schools Suprintendent Donna Whitley-Smith is now serving on Laurel Ridge Community College’s Educational Foundation Board. She says the college brings hope and opportunity to the rural community of Page County.
Laurel Ridge Community College Educational Foundation Board Member Trenton Clark has seen the value of comunity college up close – his two children earned their associate degrees from Laurel Ridge while still in high school.
Laurel Ridge Community College’s Nursing Program was a logical choice when the Monford D. and Lucy L. Custer Foundation was considering making a donation, according to Foundation President Linda Russell.
Steve and Reta Rodgers were honored with a state philanthropy award for their generosity to Laurel Ridge Community College over many years.
Frederick County residents Danny and Wendy Leonard have decided to make Laurel Ridge Community College one of the beneficiaries of their estate.
Retired Laurel Ridge Community College Chemistry Professor Ernie Grisdale and his wife, Ann, discuss their time in the military and how it inspired them and their children – three of whom have also served – to set up an endowed fund for student veterans.
Laurel Ridge Community College’s Fauquier Campus is flourishing today thanks to the generosity of Bob Sowder, who made the initial gift of land and a barn that became its home. He would continue to support the college throughout his life.