(Danville) — The local community chest has a new leader. The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region Wednesday announced Dan Hayes as its new Executive Director, effective July 1st.
Hayes has been active with Averett University and the Blue Ridge Mountains Council Boy Scouts. He held volunteer roles with Rotary, The Arc, Scouting, and his church.
“We are thrilled to have someone of Dan’s caliber join our team,” said Foundation Board President Scott Barnes. “His experience, leadership, and passion for our mission make him the ideal candidate to lead The Community Foundation of the Dan River Region into the future.”
Hayes will lead The Foundation’s efforts to support local non-profits and improve the quality of life for locals.
“I don’t believe I can overstate the importance of this opportunity to work with the generous donors and passionate volunteers of our region who drive the success of The Foundation,” Hayes said. “We are developing the image of how we want the Dan River Region to appear in the next generation.”
The Foundation serves Caswell, Halifax, and Pittsylvania Counties along with the City of Danville. They manage over 180 charitable grant and scholarship funds with assets of more than $63 million. During the last fiscal year, The Foundation distributed $1.7 million in grants and scholarships.