Central Virginia Scholarship Grant

Central Virginia Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond
Amount: US $5,000 - US $15,000
Last Updated: January 26, 2026

Summary

The Central Virginia Scholarship, established in 1993 by anonymous donors, aims to assist outstanding students in metropolitan Richmond who face financial barriers to attending their preferred private colleges. This scholarship addresses the disparity in costs between private and public universities, ensuring that deserving students can pursue their educational goals without being hindered by financial constraints. Managed by The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond, this initiative reflects a commitment to enhancing educational opportunities in the region.

Overview

The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond The Community Foundation of Richmond is a philanthropic organization dedicated to improving quality of life across the Richmond region by connecting people, ideas, and resources for lasting community impact. The Foundation manages charitable funds, supports local nonprofits, and leads strategic initiatives that address community priorities such as education, health, economic opportunity, and equity. Through grantmaking, donor services, and community leadership, the Foundation works to strengthen nonprofits, respond to emerging needs, and build a more resilient, inclusive, and thriving Richmond-area community. Central Virginia Scholarship The Central Virginia Scholarship Program was established in 1993 by anonymous donors concerned with metropolitan Richmond's outstanding students who are unable to attend the colleges of their choice because of cost. The program realizes that private colleges are often more expensive than public universities. The intent of this scholarship is to help to bridge the gap for worthy students whose preference is to attend private institutions.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Attends public or private high school in Richmond City, Henrico, Chesterfield or Hanover