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RICHMOND REGION TOURISM FOUNDATION EVENTS

Support and celebrate our community and our mission

The Richmond Region Tourism Foundation is a 501(c)(3) entity organized to advance the impact and benefit of tourism on the Richmond Region by supporting and investing in local education, diversity and inclusion and sports tourism programs. Through the Foundation, we are able to award annual scholarships. The $1,000 scholarships are awarded at the Awards and Annual Meeting and is made possible through proceeds from the event. 

Financial support for the Foundation comes from the Foundation's Awards and Annual MeetingBLK RVA Community AwardsRVA Sports Awards as well as individual and corporate contributions and gifts. Please consider attending or sponsoring any of the following foundation efforts.

RVA Sports Awards

This awards event recognizes the best of the region’s best. The RVA Sports Awards accepts nominations for outstanding local sports leaders, athletes and teams. All proceeds from the awards show benefit the RRT Foundation’s Sports Tourism Grant Program.

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Tourism Awards & Annual Meeting

This annual event recognizes members of our local community who have gone above and beyond to support tourism in the region. Awards are given for sports, partnership, events, customer service, leadership and more. The event also recognizes the recipients of the Foundation's four annual scholarships.

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BLK RVA Community Awards

This event is a true celebration of the history, resilience, innovation, and economic impact of the Black community in the Richmond Region. It is a powerful testament to Black excellence, showcasing the achievements and contributions that continue to shape our vibrant cultural landscape.

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Richmond Region Tourism’s Commitment to Accessibility and Inclusivity

At Richmond Region Tourism, we are dedicated to creating an environment that is welcoming and accessible to all individuals. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to participate fully in our events, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring that our events are inclusive and accessible by:

Providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities, including but not limited to, accessible venues, assistive technologies, and sign language interpretation.

Creating a respectful and welcoming atmosphere for all attendees, and addressing any specific accessibility needs on a case-by-case basis.

Continuously seeking feedback from our participants to improve our practices and remove barriers to access.

If you require any specific accommodations or have suggestions for improving accessibility at our events, please contact Sarah Hunter at shunter@visitrichmondva.com three weeks in advance of the event to ensure we can make the accommodation. We are here to support you and ensure a positive experience for everyone. Thank you for your support as we strive to make our events inclusive for all.