How much funding does Community Grants provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Community Grants?

This grant has a rolling deadline or the deadline has not been announced.

Community Grants

HAMPTON ROADS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Community Grants

Geographic Scope: Hampton Roads, Virginia

Purpose: Competitive grants focused on long-term positive community impact

Focus Areas: Community Grants focus on 6 areas:

Cultural vitality

Economic stability

Educational success

Environmental stewardship

Health and wellness

Vibrant places

Funding Types Available:

Seed funding (for piloting new or expansion programs at organizations with existing services; NOT for start-up organizations)

Program support

Facilities improvement funding

Guiding Principles:

Impact: Contribution to a long-term positive effect on a community issue

Racial equity: Just, impartial, and fair access to services and programs by people of color

Collaboration and partnership: Cooperative work among nonprofit organizations to co-produce solutions

Innovation and Creativity: Utilization of new methods or approaches to solve community issues

Eligibility: Organizations must meet foundation eligibility requirements

Contact:

Saraya Perry, Grants Manager

Phone: (757) 622-7951

Email: Info@HamptonRoadsCF.org

Address: 101 W. Main St, Suite #4500, Norfolk, VA 23510

How to Apply

Application Process

10-Step Application Process:

1. Follow the grant guideline sections carefully
2. Ensure your organization meets eligibility requirements
3. Talk with a program officer about your grant proposal
4. Attend Drop-in Day (held monthly) for feedback from nonprofit staff and board members
5. Plan to meet the correct application deadlines
6. Register for the online application system (one-time registration for future applications)
7. Gather all required materials to upload with your application
8. Work on your application over time (can be accessed and updated any time before submission)
9. Submit your application online by the deadline (no late applications accepted; applications cannot be revised after submission)
10. Await notification of board decision (typically about two months after submission)

Required Materials: Documents must be uploaded with application per instructions (specific documents not detailed in provided text)

Submission Format: All applications must be submitted online through the grant management system

Support Resources:

Consult GLM Applicant Tutorial (New Dashboard) for system help

Email: grants@hamptonroadscf.org

Phone: (757) 622-7951

Monthly nonprofit Call-in Days

Free virtual training sessions

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