Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands Asks for Virtual Giving Tree Donations

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Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands Asks for Virtual Giving Tree Donations

In 2020, Virtual Giving Tree donations totaling more than $33,000 were distributed to 12 USVI nonprofit organizations.

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