About us - First Things Richmond

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First Things First of Greater Richmond is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to strengthening families through education, collaboration and mobilization. We are a vital community resource that collaborates with and is supported by a broad cross-section of community organizations, groups and individuals. We are modeled after a similar partnership forged in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in 1997.

Upstream Philanthropy

A report from a national philanthropic group on the value of stregthening families in a community.

Speaker's Bureau

Need a speaker? First Things First can provide experienced speakers to serve many different needs.

Hear People Share about FTF

From youth to adults, our programs are having an impact....

Influence, Accomplishments and Partnerships

First Things First of Greater Richmond has contributed significantly to families in Richmond by providing national research-based, best-practice education programs.

First Things First of Greater Richmond
5200 Grove Ave.
Richmond, VA 23226-1633

Staff

Founder Bob Ruthazer and Executive Director Jeff Ukrop guide a staff that is helping address a wide-range of needs in Richmond and Central Virginia.

Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors is a diverse and engaged group of community leaders.

Our Partners