As many know, our peaceful community in Kilmarnock was recently turned upside down on April 19th, 2022 with a devastating fire. This unimaginable event not only destroyed local businesses but displaced members of our community and took everything they owned. Tragically, this fire also took the life of a community member; our thoughts and prayers are with this family today, tomorrow and forever. The compassion and generosity that has been shown by this community is admirable and Kilmarnock is truly a special place to live and call home.

Here is information on how you can help!  

Kilmarnock Relief Fund for Displaced Residents:

How you can help:

1) Financial donations may be made directly to River Counties Community Foundation with “Kilmarnock Fire Relief” in the memo line.

Send Checks to:
River Counties Community Foundation
PO BOX 54
White Stone, VA 22578

2.) Donate online: Here

3.) Gift Cards – Lancaster County Department of Social Services is also accepting donated gift cards. Please list the amount on the card.

4.) Purchase a #kilmarnockstrong t-shirt from Horn’s Ace Hardware on School Street- all proceeds will go to the victims of the Kilmarnock fire. THESE ARE NOW SOLD OUT.

Stacey Kellum Fund:

This is how to help the family:

A fund has been established at Chesapeake Bank for Stacey Kellum to help his family cover funeral expenses. Update: funeral expenses have been covered by the generosity of our community.

1.)You may go to the bank and make your donations.

2. Donate online: HERE

Kilmarnock Rebuild Fund for Businesses: 

If you are interested in helping these businesses get reestablished and want to donate, here’s how you can help:

Financial donations may be made directly to “Kilmarnock Rebuild”.

Checks should be dropped off at the following Blue Ridge Bank branches: Kilmarnock, White Stone, Callao, Montross, Warsaw and Hartfield.

Mail Checks to:

Blue Ridge Bank
PO Box 1869
Kilmarnock VA 22482
Attn: William Smith, Kilmarnock Rebuild

At this time, an online link is not available. All monies will be directed to the affected businesses. These contributions will not receive a tax deduction letter.

**If you are doing a fundraiser please email ajones@kilmarnockva.com to be added to this page.**