The Roanoke Women’s Foundation has transformed the community by helping fund local nonprofits and awarding millions in grants that support arts, education, health, and human services.
Mary Garber, the South’s first full-time female sportswriter, forged a pioneering career from Hollins College to decades on the sports page, opening doors for generations of women in journalism.
Women across Southwest Virginia are expanding outdoor access, building community, and reshaping who feels welcome on the region’s trails, rivers, and greenways.
See the highlights of our 40 Under 40 Class of 2026 celebration event, with special thanks to Franklin County Economic Development and Olde Towne Social House/The Alley Cat in Rocky Mount.