Volunteerism, Giving & Partnerships

Working to Make Blue Ridge Communities Better

Serving Communities in Virginia and North Carolina

FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge

Through volunteerism, giving and partnerships, FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge enhances the natural and ecological beauty, cultural vitality, and quality of life in Blue Ridge communities.

Fostering Blue Ridge Communities

We invest in projects and programs to make the places we live even better.

Support Blue Ridge People

We inspire tomorrow’s generation through our scholarships and grants.

Promoting Blue Ridge Culture

We nurture our region’s distinctive music, arts, heritage and way of life.

Blue Ridge License Plate

Join the 10,000+ Virginia motorists who have purchased our specialty license plate and help us build a better community throughout Virginia’s Blue Ridge.

Membership & Giving

Members of Friends of the Blue Ridge and their generosity are an essential part of fulfilling our mission. From individual memberships to corporate giving, we are appreciative of your support.

Interested in helping?

Volunteer

Whether you want to volunteer with a group or as an individual, FRIENDS has a place for you.

Concert Series

FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge – in partnership with the Floyd Country Store, 5 Points Music Sanctuary, Jefferson Center and Grandin Theatre – will host “Blue Ridge Holler,” a 10-day concert series Nov. 21-30 to raise funds for Virginia and North Carolina communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.