This marks more than $4.5 million given out over the last 17 years

ROANOKE, Va. In this time of need, local nonprofits are working together to maximize their resources. The Roanoke Womens Foundation raised $18,000 within three or four weeks. "Amazed, surprised and delighted," said Nancy Dixon, president of the Roanoke Womens Foundation. When COVID-19 came to light, we wanted to have an immediate response," Dixon said. Women can act quickly and they know how to take charge and get things done, Dixon said.