Roanoke Valley Gives a new type of fundraiser Gene Marrano March 14, 2016 1 minute read A new event taking place on Wednesday will encourage local residents to open their wallets and purses for a good cause. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in downtown RoanokeNext: Family Service expands programs Related Stories Virginia Tech secures record $75 million gift for athletics and academics Web Staff June 8, 2026 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026