The Chancellor’s Award for Leadership in Philanthropy recognizes outstanding contributions made to the growth and development of Virginia’s community colleges and their respective foundations. Recognition of extraordinary leadership across the Commonwealth elevates the significance of private sector investment in students attending Virginia’s community colleges. Individuals eligible for this annual award include current and former foundation board members; community volunteers; and benefactors. For more information, please visit the Virginia Community College System website.
Following are past Laurel Ridge Community College honorees:
- 2021 – The Claude Moore Charitable Foundation
- 2020 – The Jesse & Rose Loeb Foundation
- 2019 – The Jenkins Family
- 2018 – Kathy and Nick Nerangis
- 2017 – The PATH Foundation
- 2016 – Luray Caverns Corp.
- 2015 – Dr. Morgan Phenix
- 2014 – William Holtzman
- 2013 – David and Paige Gum
- 2012 – Clifton and Sandra Good
- 2011 – The Dalke Family
- 2010 – Dr. Byron Brill
- 2009 – Bob G. Sowder
- 2008 – Beverley Shoemaker
- 2007 – William “Bill” Hazel
- 2006 – Alfred “Fredy” Kummli