Rachel Burns

About

Rachel Burns is a proud Charlottesville native who has called this beautiful corner of Virginia home her entire life. Deeply connected to her community, Rachel is a passionate volunteer and leader, committed to making a positive social impact in the region she loves. She is devoted to causes that address homelessness, housing inequality, food insecurity, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. A natural leader and avid volunteer, Rachel actively serves on many boards and committees, including The Blue Ridge Mountains Rotary Club, The Rotary LGBTQ+ Fellowship, The Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors Foundation, The Salvation Army of Charlottesville, LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance, and both Charlottesville and Virginia DEI Counsels. Rachel has also completed many real estate related designation and certification courses including: At Home With Diversity (AHWD), Fairhaven 2.0, Bias Override: Overcoming Barriers to Fair Housing, Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), Commitment to Excellence (C2EX), ePro, and more. Her warm personality, penchant for organizing, and deeply collaborative spirit enable her to impact meaningful, lasting change in these areas, and she inspires others to rise to the occasion by her side. When she’s not volunteering or serving on boards, Rachel adores indulging her love of food, wine, and whiskey—whether she’s cooking, tasting, or exploring new flavors. An ardent gardener, she finds joy in cultivating beauty and life at home, and is an enthusiastic hostess and party planner. She relishes global travel, and draws inspiration from experiencing new locales and the communities that animate them. With her genuine warmth and steadfast commitment, Rachel continues to inspire those around her to leave a positive, joyful legacy.