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The Al Stroobants Foundation

Lynchburg, VA

The Al Stroobants Foundation supports need-based programs and charitable work in education, science, the arts, health, and basic needs, primarily in Lynchburg and Appomattox, Amherst, Bedford, and Campbell counties, Virginia. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,500 to $243,463, with a median of $15,000. It accepts online applications from May 1 through September 30.

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Lynchburg, VA

The foundation supports education and childcare, animal welfare, youth services, libraries, and community facilities, generally within 30 miles of Lynchburg, Virginia. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,911 to $30,032, with a median of $20,000. It does not restrict giving to preselected organizations; there is no formal application form, and the stated deadline is March 1 for May consideration.

Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation

Lynchburg, VA

The Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation funds eligible nonprofits and institutions working in health and wellness, education, arts and humanities, human services, animal welfare, conservation, and historic preservation. It serves Lynchburg and Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and Campbell counties; competitive grants are typically $1,000–$25,000 (the 2025 median grant was $10,474), with a separate $100,000 transformational grant. The profile describes online grant applications but does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

United Way of Central Virginia Inc

Lynchburg, VA

United Way of Central Virginia funds local nonprofits and programs focused on health, education and youth opportunity, financial security, and essential needs. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,500 to $99,600, with a median of $35,334, serving Lynchburg and Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and Campbell counties in Virginia. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

Foster Foundation

Brookneal, VA

Carrington Family Foundation

Lynchburg, VA

Centra Health Inc

Lynchburg, VA

Centra Health funds ongoing nonprofit programs with measurable community benefits, prioritizing local needs such as healthcare access, mental health and substance use, food and nutrition, housing, and children and families. Its 2024 grants had a median award of $20,000 (ranging from $6,600 to $192,319) and serve communities in central and southern Virginia within Centra’s service area.

John K Boardman Jr Foundation

Apex, NC

The John K Boardman Jr Foundation funds organizations working in health, community services, animal rescue, and education, with most 2024 grant dollars going to Virginia and additional support in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Tennessee. Its 34 grants ranged from $5,000 to $100,000, with a median of $15,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Bedford Community Health Foundation

Bedford, VA

The Bedford Community Health Foundation funds nonprofit health services and community health initiatives serving Bedford residents, including medical equipment, transportation, hospice, dental care, nutrition education, and health-related scholarships. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,400 to $18,174, with a median of $8,000; most funding went to Virginia recipients. It accepts applications twice a year; first-time applicants must speak with the Executive Director before applying.

Merryman Charitable Foundation

Evington, VA

The Merryman Charitable Foundation supports a mix of education, arts and culture, public safety, and community-service organizations, with most of its giving in Virginia. Its 2025 grants ranged from $500 to $20,000, with a median of $2,000; it gives only to preselected charities and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Publix Super Markets Charities Inc

Lakeland, FL

Publix Super Markets Charities supports nonprofits addressing hunger, homelessness and housing, youth, education, and community needs in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and Kentucky. Its 2024 median grant was $2,500, though awards ranged widely; it accepts online requests from eligible organizations, with application periods varying by program.

The Community Foundation

Jacksonville, FL

The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida supports nonprofits and civic work in Duval, St. Johns, Nassau, Baker, Clay, and Putnam counties, with interests including neighborhoods, education, aging adults, arts, women and girls, young children, and early literacy. Its 2024 grants had a median of $5,000, though amounts varied widely; most donor-advised grants are not open to applications, but eligible nonprofits can apply through competitive programs when application windows are open.