Special Interest Grants
The Hampton Roads Community Foundation Special Interest Grants fund targeted nonprofit projects in South Hampton Roads and the Virginia Peninsula, with a focus on research and services in areas like mental health, disabilities, and animal welfare.
Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Special Interest Grants full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $1,000 to $75,000 depending on program area; most grants are between $2,500 and $20,000.
Summary: Supports nonprofits addressing specific community needs in South Hampton Roads and the Virginia Peninsula across 11 focus areas.
Description
The Special Interest Grants program of the Hampton Roads Community Foundation provides targeted funding to nonprofit organizations serving residents of South Hampton Roads and, for select funds, the Virginia Peninsula. These grants are made possible through charitable endowments established to address specific community concerns, such as animal welfare, developmental disabilities, horticultural education, mental health research, services for abuse survivors, outreach to seniors, arts and humanities, piano acquisition, and support for veterans. Each fund within the program is tailored to a distinct cause, with preferences or restrictions specific to populations, services, or geographic areas, and aims to make a significant impact in its area of focus.
