Virginia Community Foundation Grants

Virginia Community Foundation Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Virginia Community Foundation
Amount: Up to US $5,000
Last Updated: March 10, 2026

Summary

The Virginia Community Foundation supports charitable projects that positively impact the greater Virginia area. Eligible organizations include 501c3 charities and public entities, with a focus on measurable results and community collaboration. Grant criteria emphasize sustainability and addressing community needs. The foundation does not fund individuals, political campaigns, or religious activities. Projects must be completed within 12 months of receiving funding, ensuring timely benefits for the community.

Overview

About the Foundation The Virginia Community Foundation is a nonprofit, tax exempt 501C3 organization. It is publicly supported by charitable gifts from many unrelated donors. Its goal is to build a permanent endowment by investing these gifts to generate investment returns to be used to support charitable purposes to benefit the residents of the greater Virginia area. Grant Criteria Impact – projects that will have an overall impact within the greater Virginia area. Measurable results – projects that can make a clear difference in the quality of life for a substantial number of people over a significant period of time. Community need – projects that address a current community need and/or opportunity. Collaboration/partnership – projects that encourage cooperation and collaboration with other organizations in unique and impactful ways. Asset-based approach – projects that maximize the strengths, talents, and resources of the greater Virginia area. Sustainability – project demonstrates a plan to continue beyond Foundation funding.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligible Applicants are charitable organizations with a 501c3, public entity, or an organization with a fiscal agent agreement with a 501c3 organization Projects must be completed within 12 months of the grant award date.

Ineligibility

The Virginia Community Foundation does not fund:Grants to individual persons or private foundations.Political organizations or campaigns.Religious purposes including worship, religious instruction, or proselytization.Endowments for other organizations. Fundraising campaigns or dinners, ticket sales, celebrations or similar activities.Traditional government services or dollar-for-dollar replacement of public funding.