Above, John Finn
The Richmond Association of REALTORS® has announced John S. Finn Jr., senior managing broker of United Real Estate Richmond, as the recipient of the 2024 Civic Leader of the Year Award. The prestigious honor recognizes individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to their community, a release noted.
The Civic Leader of the Year Award acknowledges those who go above and beyond to improve the well-being of those in need.
“John has focused his community service on seeking to meet the needs of those often marginalized by society—people who are homeless, who suffer from addiction, and who have not been the beneficiaries of generational wealth,” said Laura Lafayette, CEO of Richmond Association of REALTORS® and Central Virginia Regional Multiple Listing Service (CVR MLS), “He is richly deserving of this award.”
Finn has served on the board of Virginia Supportive Housing and currently serves on the board of CARITAS. As a former chair of the board of the McShin Foundation, he helped grow the region’s largest recovery organization. His work with these organizations has provided support to individuals and families seeking a path toward a better future.
As a mentor and board member of the Beta Gamma Lambda Education Foundation, Finn has been an advocate for African American youth, helping to raise funds for scholarships that provide opportunities for higher education and leadership development.
Finn reflected on the recognition, saying, “This year has been truly humbling. In September, I had the honor of being inducted into the Virginia REALTORS® Hall of Fame, and now I’ve been recognized by the Richmond Association of REALTORS® as the ‘Civic Leader of the Year.’ These honors are not mine alone but a reflection of the incredible work done alongside so many others—whether it’s supporting the homeless, providing scholarships for underserved youth, or helping those recovering from substance abuse. I’m deeply grateful to be part of a community that makes a difference.”
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