We believe that the best way to support the causes we value in the Shenandoah Valley and beyond is by investing in institutions with a track record of helping others succeed. We are proud to have strengthened communities by supporting education, the performing arts, and organizations that help those in need. We are equally proud to advance the ongoing vision of our founders, Patricia Rissler and the late James Rogers.

NEWS & INSIGHTS

First-Year Students Faller, Rattner Receive Public Service Scholarships

First-year students Carolyn Faller and Michael Rattner are this year’s recipients of the Virginia Public Service Scholarship, a full-tuition award given to University of Virginia School of Law students pursuing public service careers.

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Friends of Happy Retreat

Pat Rissler and her late husband Jim Rogers have been among the most generous and devoted supporters since Friends of Happy Retreat began. Together, they have enabled the completion of Happy Retreat’s west wing restoration, the restoration of the front portico columns, and the prep kitchen installation.

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