The Bill Greenup Charitable Fund
Supports Fredericksburg City Public Schools’ library professionals in developing inclusive, innovative literacy and learning initiatives to benefit students of all backgrounds.
Funder: Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 20, 2025 | October 19, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical awards are for a 10-month to 1-year period; specific amounts not stated but grants are made annually.
Summary: Supports Fredericksburg City Public Schools’ library professionals to foster literacy, learning, and inclusive educational opportunities for students.
Description
This grant honors the legacy of H. William "Bill" Greenup by supporting literacy and educational initiatives through Fredericksburg City Public Schools’ library professionals. The fund specifically aims to empower public-school library media specialists and library professionals to reach students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles, fostering a love of reading and learning. Grants are intended to create inclusive, age-friendly, and welcoming library spaces and may incorporate family outreach and support a wide spectrum of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and visual learning opportunities.
