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Frequently Asked Questions

What is REFI?
The Rockingham Educational Foundation, Inc., REFI, is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization that supports learning in the Rockingham County Public Schools (RCPS) by securing financial contributions and educational resources that benefit students and teachers. It is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors of 25 Rockingham County residents. Many Directors are products are of Rockingham County Public Schools themselves, while others are former local teachers, administrators, and staff. All of the Directors share in a passion for helping to make a difference in our children's lives.

Why do we need REFI? 
Educational foundations are becoming more and more common around the country as school districts struggle more each year to bridge the gap in funding. REFI plays an important role in this process by  raising funds  that are sent to local classrooms in the form of grants, managing scholarships, and operating a Teacher's Supply Depot. Each of these programs is intended to put more resources at our educators' disposal and ultimately to help our local students. 

How is REFI different than my school's PTA?
​REFI supports each school's parent-teacher organization. Like REFI, they play a crucial role in raising necessary funds for our local schools. REFI focuses on a different area of funding, specifically targeting teachers and their special projects, as well as the resources they lack for normal daily functions. ​
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Contact Us
Office within RCPS School Board Office:
100 Mount Clinton Pike
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22802
(540) 564-3218
Please note: REFI staff are part-time and follow a hybrid schedule, balancing in-office and remote work. 

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  • HOME
  • About
    • Mission & History
    • Staff
    • Board of Directors
  • Programs
    • Scholarships >
      • 2025 Scholarship Recipients
      • Broadway High School
      • East Rockingham High School
      • Spotswood High School
      • Turner Ashby High School
      • Memorial Scholarships >
        • Andrew Rexrode Memorial Scholarship
        • Jesse Haviland Memorial Scholarship
    • Teacher Supply Depot
    • Innovative Learning Grants Recipients >
      • Honor Grants
    • Teacher Recognition >
      • Lucy F. Simms Educator of the Year
      • RCPS Inspire Awards
  • Give Back
    • REFI Fine Arts Endowment
    • Donate & Give Back Today
    • Sponsorship Opportunities
    • Planned Giving
  • Events & News
    • Job Openings
    • 2025 Golf Tournament
    • 2025 REFI ANNUAL EVENT
    • 2025 Scholarship Reception
  • Teachers & Staff
    • TSD Inventory & Information
    • Innovative Learning Grants App & Info
    • REFI Council Members
    • RCPS Employee Giving