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    NNINS Celebrates Community Impact with $50,000 in Grants and Donations

    Northern Neck Insurance celebrated a record-breaking grant season, with nearly 50 organizations from across Virginia applying for community grants. The annual program is managed by the company’s Community Giving Team as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to fostering thriving communities. 

    Mike Antonio, Creative Director and head of Community Giving, highlighted the significance of this year’s response. “The number of grant requests points to the tremendous needs in our local communities. This program supports organizations that are working to meet those needs and strengthen their communities. We are grateful for the opportunity to help,” Antonio said.

    Twelve organizations were ultimately selected, representing each of the program’s focus areas: Virginia Families, Diversity & Inclusion, Safe & Affordable Housing, Community Safety, Emergency Response, and Virginia History & Culture. This year's grant recipients include:

    • Callao Volunteer Rescue Squad (Callao) – Supports their mission of providing high‑quality emergency care.

    • CASA of Central Virginia (Lynchburg) – Supports children entering foster care by purchasing books and toys.

    • Comfort Zone Camp (Richmond) – Supports overnight grief relief camps for children ages 7–17 who have lost a parent, sibling, or caregiver.

    • Hanover Safe Place (Ashland) – Supports survivors of domestic and sexual violence through emergency shelter and community‑based advocacy programs.

    • HopeFor Learning (Midlothian) – Supports Virginia families by addressing barriers to learning and thriving. Partners with Title I schools to provide food, clothing, hygiene products, and school supplies while promoting health, stability, and academic readiness.

    • Lawrenceville Fire Department (Lawrenceville) – Supports the purchase of new turnout gear.

    • Northern Neck Hidden History Trail (Heathsville) – Supports a community‑driven initiative dedicated to uncovering, preserving, and sharing the rich and diverse history of Virginia’s Northern Neck.

    • Piney River Volunteer Fire Department (Piney River) –Supports first responders with tools and equipment.

    • RampsRVA (Richmond) – Supports the purchase of modular metal ramp materials to build ramps for elderly and disabled low‑income wheelchair users.

    • Renewing Homes of Greater Augusta (Staunton) – Supports critical home repairs for clients living at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline.

    • Summer Grace Foundation/Rockstar Warriors (Manassas) – Supports hospitalized children with cancer through a music therapy program at INOVA Children’s Hospital.

    • VersAbility Resources (Hampton) – Supports adults with disabilities by providing day support and community integration services.

    Additionally, in recognition of the growing need to address food insecurity, Northern Neck Insurance's employees directed a $5,360 donation to the Healthy Harvest Food Bank (Warsaw) through the company’s Employees Charitable Giving Fund. The company’s CEO & Board of Directors contributed an additional $22,000 to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank (Lynchburg) and the Frederick Food Bank (Frederick, MD) in a joint donation with Northern Neck’s new affiliate, Frederick Mutual Insurance Company.

    Looking ahead, Northern Neck’s next grant cycle is slated to open in the fall of 2026. For more details, please visit the company's website at www.nnins.com/community.

    In addition, Northern Neck and Frederick Mutual are seeking volunteer opportunities for employees, reflecting their commitment to active community engagement. Organizations with volunteer opportunities throughout the year are invited to contact Mike Antonio at mantonio@nnins.com.