For Immediate Release
April 1, 2025
Fredericksburg, VA — Germanna Community College and Rappahannock Goodwill Industries (RGI) are partnering to expand workforce training and career opportunities in the greater Fredericksburg area. To mark the launch of this significant partnership, Germanna will host an inaugural event on Thursday, May 1, at 2 p.m. at the College’s Workforce & Technology Building on the Fredericksburg Area Campus.
The partnership between Germanna and RGI will provide skills training, job placement assistance, and educational pathways for students looking to enter or advance in high-demand careers. By combining Germanna’s expertise in workforce education with RGI’s commitment to employment services, this collaboration aims to strengthen the local economy and create life-changing opportunities.
Representatives from both Germanna and RGI will be in attendance to discuss the impact of this initiative and share how it will help meet the growing workforce needs of the community.
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For media inquiries:
Germanna Community College
William Berry
Director of Marketing and Recruitment
(540) 834-1019
wberry@germanna.edu
Rappahannock Goodwill Industries
Sofia De Hoyos
Senior Director of Marketing
info@fredgoodwill.org
About Germanna Community College
Established in 1970 as part of the Virginia Community College System, we are a comprehensive community college providing quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities for the residents of the City of Fredericksburg and the counties of Caroline, Culpeper, King George, Madison, Orange, Spotsylvania and Stafford and for online learners everywhere.
About Rappahannock Goodwill Industries
Rappahannock Goodwill Industries (RGI) has been a leader in workforce development since 1966, serving 16 localities in Central Virginia. In 2023, RGI supported 10,000 job seekers, placed 1,800 individuals in new careers, and ranked among the top Goodwill organizations for starting wages. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), RGI is dedicated to connecting individuals with meaningful employment opportunities.