2017 Ashby Award Nominations Now Open

August 2, 2016

For communities to prosper, they must have excellent organizations providing exemplary service. Beginning in 2009, Danville Regional Foundation (DRF) created an award honoring outstanding community service by an area nonprofit. In appreciation of the exemplary service and selfless leadership of B. R. Ashby, M. D., a founding Board Member and first Chairman of the DRF, the Board established the B. R. Ashby, M. D. Award for Outstanding Community Service.

This award, in the amount of a $50,000 general operating grant, honors outstanding community service in the region by a nonprofit organization based on success in helping needy families and individuals overcome significant challenges. 

Past recipients include Danville Cancer Association (2016), God’s Storehouse (2015), Northern Pittsylvania County Food Center (2014), Danville Life Saving and First Aid Crew (2013), God’s Pit Crew (2012), Danville Church-Based Tutorial Program (2011), and Caswell Parish (2010).   

DRF seeks nominations for nonprofit organizations within the DRF service area - City of Danville and Pittsylvania County, VA and Caswell County, NC. The award will be presented in January at a special event held at DRF. 

Members of the community are encouraged to nominate an organization they feel has demonstrated a commitment to caring, generosity of spirit, and improving the quality of life for residents in the region. 

The deadline for nominations is Friday, September 16, 2016. Click here to read more about the Ashby Award and to find the link to nominate an organization.