June 26, 2023
Fairfax, VA, June 26, 2023

After nearly two decades, Eileen Ellsworth has announced her plans to retire as the President and CEO of the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia. She will continue in the role until her successor has been selected.

"After 18 wonderful years, I have decided to turn the reins over to the next generation and start a new chapter in my personal and professional life," said Ellsworth. "I am filled with gratitude for the chance to have served. It has been the professional privilege of my life."

The Community foundation for Northern Virginia is in its fifth decade of service to the region. Founded in 1978, the organization has a unique, place-based, community approach to philanthropy. Today, the Community foundation engages in most of the important social and civic ventures in the region. But that wasn't always the case.
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