Community Investments Grants (General RFPs)
Funding Amount
Not stated
Deadline
Rolling (quarterly review)
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Rolling — applications accepted year-round
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.
Can we apply?
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Eligible organizations
- Nonprofit or governmental organization
Other requirements
- Focus on direct services and/or systems change
- Alignment with United Way's priority areas
- Ability to demonstrate effectiveness and outcomes
Overview
Community Investments Grants
United Way's grant opportunities are offered primarily through Requests for Proposals (RFPs) released throughout the year to enable flexibility and responsiveness while promoting greater structure and cohesiveness.
Geographic Scope: South Hampton Roads region
Focus Areas:
- Direct services (essential services and program investments)
- Systems change initiatives
- Solutions for community's most urgent and challenging problems
Approach: Two-pronged strategy combining direct services and systems change to tackle complex community challenges
Application Process: Uses e-CImpact, a new online application portal designed to create a more user-friendly experience for agency partners
Key Features:
- Thorough vetting process by volunteer Community Investments Committee
- Review of nonprofits' 990s, audits, and program details
- On-site visits by volunteers to see services firsthand before funding decisions
- Evidence-based approach focused on collaborative, proven solutions
For Agency Partners:
- Must be certified agency or apply for certification
- Funded through e-CImpact portal
- Getting started guide available for portal navigation
Contact:
- Phone: 757.853.8500
- Email: operations@unitedwayshr.org
- Address: 2515 Walmer Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23513
How to Apply
Application Process
- Monitor United Way website and communications for RFP announcements
- Register for e-CImpact portal account (if first-time user)
- Review getting started guide for portal navigation
- Complete RFP application through e-CImpact when available
- Submit by specified deadline for active RFP
Requirements:
- Nonprofit or governmental organization
- Focus on direct services and/or systems change
- Alignment with United Way's priority areas
- Ability to demonstrate effectiveness and outcomes
Key Resources:
- e-CImpact Portal: Online application platform
- Getting Started Guide: Available for portal users
- Community Investments Committee: Provides oversight and guidance
Note: RFPs are released throughout the year. Organizations should check unitedwayshr.org regularly for current opportunities. Specific deadlines vary by RFP round.
What United Way of South Hampton Roads actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 60
- Total given
- $8.15M
- Median grant
- $69K
- Range
- $9,015–$706K
- By dollars: Virginia 100%. Top recipient cities: Norfolk, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Portsmouth, VA.
- 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 47% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
Example grants
The up Center · Norfolk, VA
Grants Awarded
$706K
Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia Inc · Norfolk, VA
Grants Awarded
$688K
Forkids · Norfolk, VA
Grants Awarded
$649K
YMCA of South Hampton Roads · Chesapeake, VA
Grants Awarded
$527K
Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia · Virginia Beach, VA
Grants Awarded
$440K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Nonprofits
- Community services
- Social services
- Capacity building
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