The Making Foundation trying to “Make the Most” during COVID-19 shutdown Gene Marrano May 12, 2020 1 minute read “Empowering through making” is how the founder and executive director of The Making Foundation terms what the small non-profit does. Now the staff has found a new way to keep in touch with students. More from WFIR’s Gene Marrano. Share: Post navigation Previous: Northam: Most but not all of Va set for Phase I reopening FridayNext: VDH reporting 41 new COVID-19 related deaths Related Stories Roanoke Valley enters Step One voluntary water conservation as drought drains reservoirs Ian Price July 9, 2026 LewisGale debuts new sim center for training Gene Marrano July 8, 2026 Roanoke City Council recap: Housing stalemate, gunshot sensor rollback top busy session Ian Price July 8, 2026