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Virginia grants for Special district governments

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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
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
Virginia Land Conservation Foundation Grant 2026
$15,316,881
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that aim to conserve Virginia's farmland, forestland, historic sites, natural areas, and open spaces.

Environment
State 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
Dry Fire Hydrant Grant Program
Contact for amount
Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This program provides funding for Virginia fire departments to install or repair dry hydrants, improving access to water for firefighting in rural areas without municipal water infrastructure.

Safety
Special district governments
Virginia Highway Safety Office (VAHSO) Grant Program
Contact for amount
Virginia Highway Safety Office (VAHSO)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 2, 2026

This grant provides funding to local governments, law enforcement agencies, and nonprofit organizations in Virginia to implement projects that improve traffic safety and reduce fatalities and serious injuries from crashes.

Transportation
City or township governments
Precision Technology and Management Grant
$150,000
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 businesses in the Southeastern U.S. and Puerto Rico to adopt precision technologies that improve sustainability, efficiency, and profitability in dairy operations.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Creating Inclusive Communities Grant Program
$200,000
Virginia Board for People with Disabilities (VBPD)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 31, 2026

This grant provides funding for innovative projects that help Virginians with developmental disabilities gain meaningful employment by reducing barriers and enhancing job readiness through community-based initiatives.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Contact for amount
City of Richmond Housing & Community Development
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial resources to developers and organizations working to create and improve affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents in Richmond.

Housing
Nonprofits
TD Bank Capacity Building Fund
$150,000
TD Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on improving their services for low- to moderate-income and historically underserved communities through strategic investments in planning, staff development, and technology.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits