CFBRA Opens Student Activities Fund (StuFund)   Lexington, VA (Oct. 10, 2019) - The Community Foundation for Rockbridge, Bath and Alleghany recently opened the Student Activities Fund (StuFund). This fund will enable High School students to participate in school activities, sports, field trips, arts, music, classroom projects and specialty classes. High school is a stressful and fun experience. So many things to do, friends to make, and the future to behold. It can also be expensive. For example, money is needed for soccer cleats, field trips, yearbook, gym clothes, art/music equipment and the list goes on. Consider the student with few financial resources. The feeling of being left out, the uneasiness and embarrassment as friends discuss the upcoming field trip or activity. Imagine a way these kids can fully participate in the excitement and challenges of high school. An invisible hand that can reach out and help pay for some of these high school expenses. The StuFund is that invisible hand. Rockbridge County High School and Parry McCluer High School are the key participants in this effort. They will identify the students and submit the fund request. This fund was initiated by Lexington resident Gail MacLeod who has a long history as a volunteer literacy tutor. Her experiences provided insight on how kids can feel left out and chronically disengaged from their peers. To learn more about the Student Activities Fund contact Lori Turner (Executive Director) lori.turner@cfrba.org or call 540-463-0943. To give to this fund please visit cfrba.org or mail check to: CFRBA, P. O. Box 20, Lexington, VA 24450.

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