Community Grants
Hampton Roads Community Foundation Community Grants fund innovative nonprofit programs and facility improvements in southeastern Virginia across arts, education, environment, health, and economic stability.
Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Due Dates: July 1, 2026 (Economic Stability & Health & Wellness) | January 15, 2027 (Environmental Stewardship & Vibrant Places) | April 1, 2027 (Cultural Vitality & Educational Success)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $10,000–$200,000 for program grants; capital (Vibrant Places) requests may be up to 5% of a campaign goal (if $1M+); multi-year funding possible.
Summary: Supports nonprofit programs and facility improvements in southeastern Virginia, focusing on arts, education, environment, health, and economic stability.
Description
Community Grants from the Hampton Roads Community Foundation provide funding for nonprofit organizations serving South Hampton Roads, Virginia, to launch, expand, or strengthen programs and undertake major capital projects. Grants are available in five key focus areas: Cultural Vitality, Economic Stability, Educational Success, Environmental Stewardship, and Health & Wellness. Funding supports both seed and ongoing program initiatives, as well as significant facility improvements under the Vibrant Places category. The foundation seeks projects that demonstrate measurable outcomes, innovative approaches, and alignment with organizational and regional priorities, with special emphasis on serving youth, under-resourced, and economically disadvantaged populations.
