Mission
The mission of the Virginia Rural Leadership Institute (VRLI) is to retain, attract, and develop rural Virginians into innovative, responsible, and civic minded leaders who build strong communities.
2025 Cohort Applications
Open Until February 28th!
Applications for the 2025 VRLI Cohort are open now through February 28th. Apply today by clicking the "Apply" button on this page!​
Know someone who would be a good fit for VRLI? Refer them to apply by clicking "Refer Applicant" on this page!
2025 Sessions and Dates
Session 1 - Southside Virginia
May 7, 8, & 9
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Session 2 - Southwest Virginia
July 9, 10, & 11
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Session 3 - Shenandoah Valley
September 17, 18, & 19
Session 4 - To Be Determined
October (Dates To Be Determined)
2025 Program Info Session
Interested in learning more about VRLI? The Virginia Rural Center will be holding a virtual "Lunch and Learn" Info Session on February 20th from Noon to 1PM. Email Chandler Vaughan, Program Coordinator and Facilitator at varuralleadership@cfrv.org to sign up for this virtual event and learn more about the program!
Virtual "Lunch and Learn" to be held on February 20, RSVP Today!
Questions?
Please Contact:
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Chandler Vaughan
Coordinator and Facilitator
Virginia Rural Leadership Institute
Community Impact Projects
Designed over the 4 sessions, Community Impact Projects are the capstone of a VRLI Cohort Members experience and provide tangible impact in rural communities. This ongoing return on investment and pledge by cohort members to better their communities proves VRLI’s model and promise for rural Virginia. Learn more about these projects of our alumni below!
2024 Annual Sponsors
