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Target Massaponax #2138 Recognized as Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation’s Volunteer Organization of the Year for 2024

Target Massaponax #2138 Recognized as Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation’s Volunteer Organization of the Year for 2024

In appreciation for their unwavering support, the Target Massaponax #2138 Team was presented with the Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation 2024 Volunteer Organization of the Year award on December 5th. Their combined […]

Whiskey Business: Northern Nights brings the beauty of the Adirondacks to Fredericksburg

Whiskey Business: Northern Nights brings the beauty of the Adirondacks to Fredericksburg

Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation’s 6th annual Whiskey Business fundraiser took attendees on an unforgettable trip around the Northeast, exploring local foods, experiences – and of course – top-shelf whiskeys.  “Whiskey Business: […]

AWS InCommunities Grant Brings Bilingual Initiative to Life at Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation

AWS InCommunities Grant Brings Bilingual Initiative to Life at Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation

Recent funding from the AWS InCommunities Fredericksburg Regional Fund has enabled Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation to kick off their Bilingual Heart Health Initiative. With resources benefiting both English and Spanish speakers, […]

Mary Washington Hospital Foundation’s Continuation Grant Fuels Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation’s Impact in the Rappahannock Region

Mary Washington Hospital Foundation’s Continuation Grant Fuels Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation’s Impact in the Rappahannock Region

By Dayton Keffer  Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation is proud to announce that due to the continued support of the Mary Washington Hospital Foundation Community Benefit Fund (MWH CF), we are ahead […]

Joel Griffin

Chairman & Co-Founder

Joel Griffin is co-founder and chairman of Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation. Gwyneth’s Gift was founded in 2015 by Joel and Jennifer Griffin in honor of their oldest daughter, Gwyneth. He is also an entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist with 25 years of private industry consulting experience and 20 years in government contracting. He is the Founder and CEO of Riphean, a regional growth management firm.

Joel is committed to philanthropy within the region through local nonprofits and organizations that strengthen local communities. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Fredericksburg Regional Alliance, Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce, Stafford Hospital Foundation, and Germanna Educational Foundation. Joel was recognized for his impact and leadership within the region, receiving the Prince B. Woodward Leadership Award in 2022.

In addition to the regional award, Joel received the Valor Award from Loudon County for his life-saving efforts in an emergency. He also received the Patriotic Civilian Service Award given by the U.S. Army for actions taken immediately and following 9/11 at The Pentagon in 2001.