Special Interest Grants
Special Interest Grants fund research and science projects by South Hampton Roads nonprofits in areas like mental health, disabilities, and horticultural education to address specific community needs.
Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Special Interest Grants — annual full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from $500 to $75,000 depending on the fund and area; most grants fall between $1,000 and $20,000.
Summary: Supports nonprofits in South Hampton Roads addressing specific community needs including abuse, animal welfare, disabilities, horticulture, mental health, arts, and veterans’ services.
Key Information: Applicants must align with a specific fund’s focus area and serve South Hampton Roads; see detailed eligibility and documentation requirements.
Description
Special Interest Grants from the Hampton Roads Community Foundation are endowed by donors to address targeted needs in South Hampton Roads, Virginia. These grants support 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in diverse fields such as support for abuse survivors, animal welfare, developmental disabilities, horticultural education, mental health research, outreach to seniors, arts and humanities, high school activities, piano acquisition/restoration, and veterans’ support. Each fund within the program has a unique focus and requirements, aiming to foster positive community impact through strategic, focused financial support.
