Bama Works Fund Grant

Bama Works Fund Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Charlottesville Area Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $10,000
Last Updated: February 17, 2026

Summary

The Bama Works Fund Grant, provided by the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation, supports local initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life in Charlottesville and surrounding counties. This grant is open to 501(c)(3) organizations and public schools, fostering collaboration and community engagement. The Foundation prioritizes projects that address pressing community needs while ensuring resources are equitably distributed. For more details on eligibility and application processes, visit the Bama Works Fund Policies.

Overview

Background The Community Foundation offers a number of grant opportunities to advance local initiatives that improve the quality of life in Charlottesville and the surrounding areas. We seek to partner with organizations who are making a difference in our region and share their stories of impact. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those living and working in the city of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Orange. We believe that strong community relationships, collaborative problem-solving, and broad engagement are powerful forces for change. We are committed to centering the experiences of those who are most impacted by problems and to widening access to our resources (both monetary and non-monetary) and ensuring they are equally distributed. Bama Works Fund Grants made by Dave Matthews Band to support community initiatives. Please refer to the Bama Works Fund Policies for more information regarding applications from public and private schools.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) organization, governmental or religious entity, or fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) organization. The Foundation will consider applications from organizations working to benefit the City of Charlottesville and the Counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson and Orange. Organizations may submit one application per 12-month cycle. Public schools may submit one application each cycle.