Empowering Youth, Supporting Nonprofits, and Strengthening Communities Across Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania County, and Stafford County
Go Local FXBG is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Fredericksburg, VA that operates youth career pathways and workforce development programs, hosts community events, and provides nonprofit visibility and local business marketing support across Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania County, Stafford County, King George County, and Caroline County in Virginia's Planning District 16.
Serving youth, nonprofits, and local businesses in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania County, and Stafford County.
Programs Creating Real Pathways Across Virginia's Planning District 16
Go Local FXBG operates community-based programs designed to build workforce readiness, support nonprofit organizations, and strengthen opportunity across Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania County, and Stafford County. Each program is intentionally structured to deliver hands-on experience, measurable outcomes, and long-term community impact.
Youth Internship & Career Pathways
(Launching Full Program Fall 2026 - Semester Based Launching Now!)
We are developing a Youth Internship & Career Pathways Program for high school and homeschool students across Virginia's Planning District 16, connecting youth to real-world workforce development experiences with local nonprofits and community organizations.
What Students Learn:
• Professional development (resume writing, interview skills, workplace communication)
• Nonprofit operations, community engagement, and project management
• Career exploration in multiple sectors (education, public service, marketing, event planning)
• Leadership skills, teamwork, and accountability
How Students Participate:
• Semester-based program with flexible scheduling for high school students
• Paid internships with local nonprofit partners across Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County
• Supervision and mentorship from Go Local FXBG and host nonprofits
• Aligned with Virginia's CTE (Career and Technical Education) standards for work-based learning
Program Impact:
• Students gain 50+ hours of work-based learning experience per semester
• Nonprofits receive affordable staffing support to expand their mission capacity
• Builds a pipeline of future nonprofit leaders across Virginia's Planning District 16
How to Participate:
High school students and homeschool families interested in internship placements can apply starting Summer 2026. Nonprofits seeking student interns can partner with us by contacting [email protected].
Community Events Supporting Local Nonprofits
We host community events in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania County, Stafford County, King George, and Caroline as part of our Planning District 16 regional work to raise awareness and funds for local nonprofit organizations.
Nonprofit Support & Community Partnerships
Go Local FXBG provides visibility, project support, and community engagement opportunities for nonprofits serving underserved populations across Planning District 16.
By centering nonprofits first, we ensure:
-Students gain meaningful experience
-Nonprofits gain real capacity support
-Programs are built on trust and outcomes
Programs Launching After Our Internship Pilot
Following successful outcomes from our youth internship initiative, Go Local FXBG will launch additional regional programs:
Community Entrepreneurship Accelerator
We are developing the Community Entrepreneurship Accelerator to support underserved adults across Virginia’s Planning District 16 who are rebuilding or redefining their economic future.
This program will provide career-ready and entrepreneurship training for individuals facing barriers to traditional employment, including returning citizens, veterans, women starting over, and adults seeking pathways into business, digital media, and marketing.
Local Business Accelerator
Support for local organizations and small businesses — beginning with nonprofits first — focused on sustainable growth, local business marketing, and operational systems.
Support Career Pathways and Community-Driven Opportunity
Your support helps Go Local FXBG build the infrastructure that strengthens communities — by developing career pathways, supporting nonprofit capacity, and creating real-world learning opportunities across Planning District 16.
Contributions fund program development, training resources, community events, and the systems needed to launch sustainable workforce and entrepreneurship initiatives.
