GOODWILL GOVERNANCE & HISTORY
Leadership & Legacy
Founded with a vision to create opportunities for all, Rappahannock Goodwill Industries has been a cornerstone in the Fredericksburg region’s community development since 1966. Our governance structure ensures transparency, accountability, and a steadfast commitment to our mission. Our Board of Directors, composed of dedicated community leaders and professionals, guides our strategic direction and operational excellence.
LEADERSHIP
Executive Leadership
PRESIDENT & CEO
Steve Cox
Steve Cox, CEO of Rappahannock Goodwill Industries, leads with a deep commitment to community service and empowering individuals through meaningful employment opportunities. With years of experience in nonprofit leadership, Steve brings a passion for creating pathways to success for those facing barriers to employment. Under his leadership, Rappahannock Goodwill has expanded its reach, providing job training, career services, and support to help people build better lives.
CHIEF MISSION OFFICER
Marty Bywaters-Baldwin
Marty is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating RGI’s mission to connect people to work. Marty has managed Rappahannock Goodwill’s public workforce programs since 2010. Originally from North Carolina, Marty was a Morehead Scholar at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, earning a BA in English and minoring in Spanish. Marty worked on international relief and development projects in Mozambique and Nicaragua, before serving for three years as a project director in El Salvador. He continued his studies with a Master of Divinity degree from Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia, where he met his artist-entrepreneur-therapist wife, Sara. Outside of driving his two daughters to theater & soccer practices, Marty enjoys fly-fishing and hiking in the Shenandoah National Park.
LEADERSHIP
Officers
Brian Roinestad
Chair – Fairfax County
W. Andrew Withers
Vice Chair – Fredericksburg
Martha Hutzel
Past Chair – Fredericksburg
John Rogers
Treasurer – Fredericksburg
Stephanie Lyles
Secretary – Stafford
LEADERSHIP
Board of Directors
Cody Blankenship
Fredericksburg
Rob Clark
Honorary Director, Stafford
Dr. Shashuna Gray
Stafford
Amy Henecke
Orange
Tony Lewis
Fredericksburg
Dermaine Lewis
Spotsylvania
John F. McManus, Esq.
Spotsylvania
Andre Pineda
Fredericksburg
Curry Roberts
Fredericksburg
Paul Rothenburg
Spotsylvania
Susan Spears
Fredericksburg
RGI TIMELINE
Our Impact
1966
Opportunities Unlimited
The Junior Women’s Club of Stafford, along with predecessors of Mental Health America – Fredericksburg and ARC, forms a committee to explore the feasibility of a workshop for individuals with disabilities, establishing Opportunities Unlimited.
1968
First Program for Adults with Disabilities
Opportunities Unlimited opens at 709 Caroline Street, providing the first day
program for adults with disabilities in Planning District 16. Greg McCracken
becomes the Executive Director.
1970
Rappahannock Rehabilitation Facility (RRF)
Opportunities Unlimited adopts a vocational mission and changes its name to Rappahannock Rehabilitation Facility (RRF). The organization secures its first production contract with General Products (now Therma-Tru).
1981
RRF Headquarters
RRF relocates its headquarters to 1414 Caroline Street with HUD Community
Development Block Grant assistance.
1982
First AbilityOne Contract
RRF begins its first JWOD (AbilityOne) Contract providing custodial services at
Marine Corps Base Quantico, which continues today.
1988
First Learning Center
First learning center, the predecessor to Job Help Centers, where we now provide a broader array of services.
1991
RGI & First Store Opening
RGI opened its first store on Route 1 near Four Mile Fork in Spotsylvania County. During the same year, Rappahannock Rehabilitation Facility became an affiliate member of Goodwill Industries of America and officially changed its name to Rappahannock Goodwill Industries, Inc. (RGI).
1993
Stafford Store
RGI opens its second store in Stafford.
1996
Providing Opportunities in Commercial Laundry
RGI acquires a commercial laundry to provide employment for individuals
with significant disabilities. The Laundry operates until 2020.
2000
Tappahannock Store
RGI opens its third store in Tappahannock.
2002
Headquarters Relocated
RGI relocates the Route 1 store to Plank Road, Fredericksburg.
2003
Culpeper Store
RGI opens its fourth store in Culpeper.
2007
South Stafford Store
RGI opens its fifth store in England Run, South Stafford.
2008
Spotsylvania, Louisa, & Orange Stores
RGI opens multiple stores: Cosner’s Corner (Spotsylvania), Louisa, and
Orange.
2011
Outlet Store & New Stafford Store
RGI opens an Outlet Store and its ninth store in Town & Country, Stafford.
2012
GCRC
RGI moves to the Goodwill Community Resource Center (GCRC), enhancing facilities and services. The first floor accommodates retail operations, while the second-floor houses mission and administrative offices, a Job Help Center, and a Collaboration Zone.
2014
Additional Staffing Solutions
RGI opens stores in Harrison Crossing (Spotsylvania) and Colonial Beach (“Rack” Store). Acquires the College Hunks Hauling & Moving franchise and Taskforce Staffing.
2015
Dahlgren Store
RGI opens a store in Dahlgren/King George. Donnie Tolson becomes President & CEO.
2017
Groundwork Project
In its inaugural year, the Groundwork Project graduates 300 youths, with 250 credentials and 150 job placements.
2019
New President/CEO
Steve Cox becomes the new President & CEO.
2020
DEI & Adaptability During the Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, RGI introduced new cultural pillars and launched “Fast Classes” to enhance information sharing and promote inclusion.
2022
Growth & Future Focus
RGI expands its programs and services, laying the groundwork for continued growth and greater community impact.
2023
2023 Large Business of the Year
RGI is honored by the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce for its contributions to the community. Opens two new stores: Lafayette Blvd (Fredericksburg) and Hood Drive (Spotsylvania).
Historical Impact
Since the implementation of our tracking system in 2003, RGI has served 143,664 individuals and placed 15,816 community members into jobs until today.