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Virginia Community Development Grants

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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
Burke and Herbert Bank Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 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
Rail Industrial Access (RIA) Program
$750,000
Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 15, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to businesses and local governments in Virginia to improve access to freight rail services, promoting economic growth and reducing highway congestion.

Infrastructure
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Competitive Grant Cycle
Contact for amount
Community Foundation of the Dan River Region
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities that serve residents in the Danville, Pittsylvania, Halifax, and Caswell County areas, aiming to improve the quality of life and create meaningful change in these communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Startup Runway Showcase
$10,000
Startup Runway Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2024

This program provides a pitch competition and investor introductions for women and founders of color in the U.S. with scalable startups that have a minimum viable product and some customer traction, specifically targeting those outside major startup hubs.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
PB&J Fund
$25,000
Charlottesville Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Charlottesville and Albemarle County that empower children and families through culinary education and improve access to healthy food for under-resourced community members.

Education
City or township governments
Responsive Grant Program
$5,000
Community Foundation of the New River Valley
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 17, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides up to $4,000 in unrestricted operating support to nonprofit organizations serving communities in the New River Valley, enabling them to address pressing needs and enhance their operational stability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Climate Program Support for Residential Energy Improvement Services
$400,000
City of Charlottesville
Local

Application Deadline

Aug 7, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a nonprofit organization in Charlottesville to help residents improve their home energy efficiency and reduce energy costs through services like energy audits and technical assistance.

Energy
Nonprofits
Allan and Margot Blank Foundation Grant
$20,000
Allan and Margot Blank Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2027

Date Added

Mar 27, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Virginia, particularly in the Greater Richmond area, focusing on contemporary classical music ensembles and regional visual arts initiatives.

Arts
Nonprofits
Appalachian Community Fund Technical Assistance Grant
Contact for amount
Appalachian Community Fund
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to grassroots organizations in Central Appalachia to strengthen their internal capabilities and enhance their effectiveness in promoting social justice.

Employment Labor and Training
Nonprofits
Building Improvement Grant
$5,000
City of Waynesboro
Local

Application Deadline

Aug 7, 2026

Date Added

Jun 30, 2026

This program provides financial support to property owners and tenants in designated commercial areas of Waynesboro for exterior improvements that enhance the visual appeal and economic vitality of their businesses.

Community Development
Small businesses
Safety First Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities within 30 miles of Norfolk Southern's rail lines to improve community safety through targeted projects and initiatives.

Safety
Nonprofits
Community Conservation Program
Contact for amount
Virginia Environmental Endowment
Private

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2027

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and government agencies in specific Virginia counties and cities to implement projects that improve water quality, conserve land, and promote environmental education.

Environment
Nonprofits
UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center Community Grants
$20,000
University of Virginia Comprehensive Cancer Center
State

Application Deadline

Sep 8, 2026

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and municipalities in the University of Virginia Comprehensive Cancer Center catchment area to implement community-driven initiatives that reduce cancer disparities through evidence-based strategies.

Health
Nonprofits
J.T. – Minnie Maude Charitable Trust Grants
Contact for amount
JT-Minnie Maude Charitable Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Apr 17, 2024

This grant provides financial support to organizations working to improve the lives of residents in Danville and Pittsylvania County, Virginia, across various sectors such as youth development, arts, education, environmental protection, and health.

Community Development
Nonprofits
City of Virginia Beach Development Authority Façade Improvement Grants
$10,000
City of Virginia Beach Development Authority (VBDA)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This program provides matching funds to small, locally owned businesses and property owners in Virginia Beach for significant exterior improvements to enhance the visual appeal of commercial and industrial properties.

Community Development
Small businesses
Virginia Battlefield Preservation Fund
$5,622,324
Virginia Battlefield Preservation Fund
State

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to nonprofit organizations for the acquisition and protection of historically significant battlefield lands in Virginia, promoting conservation and public benefit.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fund - State and Local Assistance Grant Program
$2,500,000
Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 27, 2026

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This program provides matching funds to state and local governments in Virginia for acquiring and developing public outdoor recreation sites and facilities, ensuring they remain accessible for public use.

Recreation
City or township governments
Harris & Frances Block Foundation Grant Program
$35,000
Harris & Frances Block Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides funding to small grassroots nonprofit organizations in Vermont, North Carolina, Southwest Virginia, and New York City that are focused on creating equitable solutions to social and environmental challenges.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Mathews Women's Giving Circle Annual Grant Awards
Contact for amount
Richmond Community Foundation - Mathews Women's Giving Circle
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2024

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that improve health, economic stability, and educational opportunities for women and families in Mathews County.

Community Development
Nonprofits