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Virginia grants for Special district governments

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Tobacco Region Opportunity Fund (TROF)
Contact for amount
The Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 27, 2023

This program provides financial incentives to local governments in Virginia's Tobacco Region to attract and expand businesses that create jobs and invest in the local economy.

Business and Commerce
County governments
Virginia Humanities VA250 Grant Program
$10,000
Virginia Humanities
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 16, 2025

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofits, educational institutions, and local governments for projects that commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, promoting public engagement and historical reflection.

Arts
Nonprofits
FY25 Hazard Mitigation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
State

Application Deadline

Jul 18, 2025

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments in Virginia to implement projects that reduce future disaster risks and enhance community resilience following a presidentially declared disaster.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
State governments
Power Innovation Program
$1,000,000
Virginia Department of Energy
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2024

Date Added

Aug 30, 2024

The Virginia Department of Energy invites proposals for energy innovation within the Commonwealth of Virginia, with grants awarded at its discretion through the Virginia Power Innovation Fund and Program. This initiative is designed to support research and development of innovative energy technologies, including nuclear, hydrogen, carbon capture and utilization, and energy storage. The program aligns with the department's mission to foster energy advancement and secure Virginia's energy future through competitive grants. The program aims to establish a Virginia nuclear innovation hub and award grants to support energy innovation across the Commonwealth. Target beneficiaries include higher education institutions conducting research on advanced nuclear and advanced reactor technologies, and programs focused on nuclear energy workforce development. The initiative also supports site selection for future small modular reactor projects in Virginia. The overarching impact goals are to enhance energy affordability, reliability, and clean energy objectives within the Commonwealth. Key priorities for grant awards include projects demonstrating a strong return on investment, significant impact on energy affordability and reliability, and alignment with clean energy goals. The department also prioritizes capital investment and the utilization of research-based technologies. The program's focus areas are critical for advancing a diverse energy portfolio and ensuring long-term energy security for Virginia. Expected outcomes include advancements in innovative energy technologies, a more robust nuclear energy sector in Virginia, and a skilled workforce capable of supporting these developments. Measurable results will be assessed based on the return on investment, the positive impact on energy metrics within the Commonwealth, and the successful implementation of research-based technologies. The Virginia Department of Energy, in collaboration with the Virginia Nuclear Energy Consortium and the Secretary of Commerce and Trade, will oversee the grants and ensure thorough reporting on each project. Funding for individual grants can range from $10,000 to $1,000,000, with an overall program funding cap of up to $3 million, pending available funds.

Energy
City or township governments
Bama Works Fund
$10,000
Bama Works Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 29, 2025

Date Added

Jul 12, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community-focused initiatives by nonprofits, schools, and government entities in Charlottesville and surrounding counties to enhance local well-being and quality of life.

Community Development
Nonprofits
DCJS Firearm Violence Intervention and Prevention Grants
$300,000
Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local public housing agencies in Virginia to develop and implement programs that reduce firearm violence and enhance safety in public housing communities.

Community Development
Special district governments
Virginia Saltwater Recreational Fishing Development Fund
Contact for amount
Virginia Marine Resources Commission (VMRC)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2025

Date Added

Nov 27, 2023

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits, researchers, local governments, and small businesses in Virginia to enhance recreational fishing through conservation, habitat restoration, and fisheries research.

Recreation
Nonprofits
FY25 Commuter Assistance Program Grant
$346,604,260
Virginia Department of Education (VDOE)
State

Application Deadline

May 10, 2024

Date Added

Apr 17, 2024

This application is part of the provisions under the 2004 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004), its implementing regulations, and the Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Children with Disabilities in Virginia. It is the formal agreement between local school boards and the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) to ensure compliance and implementation of federal and state laws concerning special education. The plan outlines the requirements for local educational agencies (LEAs) to receive state and Eligibility is limited to local educational agencies (LEAs), state-operated programs, and the Virginia School for the Deaf and the Blind. Compliance with IDEA and Virginia special education regulations is mandatory.federal funds for educating children with disabilities, necessitating approval from various educational and state bodies. Applications must be submitted electronically via the OMEGA system. Approval from local school boards, the State Special Education Advisory Committee, and respective educational bodies is required.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Commuter Assistance Program
Contact for amount
Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This program provides funding to local and state governments, transportation organizations, and similar entities to promote the use of transit, carpools, and vanpools, ultimately reducing traffic congestion and air pollution in Virginia.

Transportation
Nonprofits
Emergency Supplemental Historic Preservation Fund
Contact for amount
Virginia Department of Historic Resources (DHR)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 1, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments, tribal governments, planning commissions, and nonprofits in designated Virginia areas affected by Hurricanes Florence and Michael to conduct surveys and planning activities that protect and document historic properties at risk from disaster impacts.

Community Development
City or township governments
Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities Program
Contact for amount
Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 30, 2026

This program provides funding to Virginia's local and tribal governments for infrastructure projects that enhance community resilience against natural disasters.

Infrastructure
City or township governments
Rail Preservation Fund (RPF)
$8,000,000
Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports Virginia's shortline railroads and local entities in improving rail infrastructure, safety, and efficiency through state contributions for eligible projects.

Transportation
City or township governments
Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) Initiative
$2,500,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in the Appalachian region for projects that promote economic diversification and workforce development in communities impacted by coal industry job losses.

Workforce Development
State governments
Farm Infrastructure Improvement Grant
$100,000
University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to licensed dairy farms in the southeastern U.S. to improve their infrastructure and operational efficiency, enhancing profitability and sustainability in the dairy industry.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Victim Fund Grant Program for Forensic and Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Projects
$95,000
Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 30, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to sexual assault service providers and hospitals in Virginia to enhance forensic examination services for victims of sexual and domestic violence, particularly in rural or underserved areas.

Health
Nonprofits
Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns (G3) Grant Program
$175,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This grant provides funding to local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations in the Chesapeake Bay watershed to implement sustainable urban greening projects that improve stormwater management and enhance community green spaces.

Environment
City or township governments
Housing for Everyone Grant Program
$250,000
TD Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides $200,000 each to nonprofit organizations and local government entities that help low- to moderate-income homeowners overcome challenges related to maintaining their homes.

Housing
Nonprofits
Louisa County Community Fund
$10,000
Community Foundation of Central Blue Ridge
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and religious institutions working to improve the quality of life for residents in Louisa County through community-focused projects.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund
$7,500,000
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and recognized tribes in Virginia for community-level projects that enhance flood prevention and resilience, particularly in low-income areas.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
City or township governments
Virginia DMO Marketing Grants
$15,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports officially recognized Destination Marketing Organizations in Virginia to enhance their marketing efforts and attract more overnight visitors, thereby boosting local economies.

Business and Commerce
Special district governments