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Virginia Community Development Grants

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ArtsFairfax Project Support Grants Program 2026
$25,000
Virginia ArtsFairfax
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit arts organizations in Fairfax County, the City of Fairfax, and the City of Falls Church to create innovative projects that enhance community access to the arts and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Arts
Nonprofits
Harvest Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
The Harvest Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local government entities that aim to improve economic development, education, health, and community vitality in Martinsville and Henry County, Virginia.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Southeast Virginia Community Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Southeast Virginia Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jul 7, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Southeast Virginia that are working to address community needs and drive positive change in the Hampton Roads area.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Thriving Communities Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

Jul 19, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, local governments, and public schools in selected states to implement sustainability initiatives, workforce development, and community resilience programs that enhance the quality of life and economic vitality in their communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund
Contact for amount
Weyerhaeuser
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, public education institutions, and government entities in U.S. and Canadian communities where Weyerhaeuser operates, focusing on projects that improve quality of life through affordable housing, education, environmental stewardship, and workforce development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Peoples Bank Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Peoples Bank Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in specific regions to support programs that assist low- to moderate-income individuals and families in areas such as community development, education, health services, arts, and the environment.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Virginia Riparian Forest Buffer
$17,500
Virginia Department of Forestry
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 5, 2023

This program provides financial incentives to Virginia landowners who preserve forest buffers along waterways during timber harvesting to protect water quality and support aquatic ecosystems.

Environment
Individuals
Community Disaster Relief Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Georgia that are working on recovery projects following the recent wildfires.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color Historic Preservation Grant Program
$1,000,000
Virginia Department of Historic Resources (DHR)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 2, 2026

Date Added

May 1, 2026

This program provides financial support to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities in Virginia for the preservation and rehabilitation of historically significant properties.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Sponsorship Program
$500
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This program provides funding for events that raise awareness about the restoration and protection of natural resources in the Chesapeake Bay and Maryland's watersheds, targeting nonprofits and community organizations.

Environment
Nonprofits
Grants to Improve Quality of Life in Virginia
Contact for amount
Newton B. Shingleton trust
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2026

Date Added

Nov 15, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Winchester, Virginia, and nearby areas that enhance community well-being through programs in arts, education, health, and other charitable initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Prompt Response Grants
$2,500
Arlington Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This funding opportunity provides urgent financial support to nonprofit organizations in Arlington County, Virginia, to address unforeseen needs and immediate challenges that directly impact local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development to stimulate economic growth and resilience.

Community Development
Special district governments
Richard & Caroline T. Gwathmey Memorial Trust
$60,000
Richard & Caroline T. Gwathmey Memorial Trust (administred by Bank of America)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 13, 2024

This grant provides financial support to Virginia-based nonprofits focused on arts, culture, education, and human services, helping them enhance their programs and operations.

Arts
Nonprofits
Attainable Workforce Housing Performance Grant
Contact for amount
City of Virginia Beach
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 7, 2026

This program provides financial incentives to developers constructing new affordable multifamily rental housing in Virginia Beach, targeting projects that serve low- to moderate-income households.

Housing
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Special Event Incubation Grant
$5,000
Richmond Region Tourism
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 8, 2024

This funding initiative provides financial support to organizations looking to create new events or enhance existing ones in the Richmond Region, with a focus on attracting overnight visitors to boost local tourism and the economy.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Fall Semi-Annual Competitive Grants
Contact for amount
The Cabell Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

This program provides funding for nonprofit organizations in Virginia, particularly in the Richmond area, to support significant capital projects that encourage community involvement and additional fundraising efforts.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Philip L. Graham Fund
Contact for amount
Philip L. Graham Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Nov 20, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations serving residents in Washington, D.C., specific Maryland counties, and Northern Virginia, focusing on projects that align with the Fund's priorities while excluding certain types of organizations and funding requests.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Beazley Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Beazley Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This funding opportunity supports tax-exempt organizations in South Hampton Roads that focus on educational, charitable, and religious initiatives, with a preference for local projects.

Education
Nonprofits
LINK Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
The LINK Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Mid-Atlantic region that focus on improving financial literacy, developing future leaders, and enhancing personal and professional development for individuals and communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits