Category: News

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 […]

Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation Receives Generous Grant from Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation Receives Generous Grant from Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation is thrilled to announce a substantial grant from Rappahannock Electric Cooperative for our Hands-Only CPR and AED Training program. This generous grant valued at $5,000.00 will expand […]

Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to Graduating High School Seniors

Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to Graduating High School Seniors

Gwyneth’s Gift Foundation, a leading non-profit organization committed to saving lives through education and action, is proud to announce the awarding of four scholarships totaling $10,000 to deserving graduating students […]

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.