Community Grants
Hampton Roads Community Foundation funds nonprofit programs and capital projects in southeastern Virginia to advance arts, education, health, environment, and economic stability with measurable, research-driven impact.
Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Due Dates: July 1, 2026: Economic Stability (seed & program funding) | July 1, 2026: Health & Wellness (seed & program funding) | January 15, 2027: Environmental Stewardship (seed & program funding) | January 15, 2027: Vibrant Places (major capital/projects) | April 1, 2027: Cultural Vitality (seed & program funding) | April 1, 2027: Educational Success (seed & program funding)
Funding Amounts: Seed & program grants: typically up to 3 years of support; Vibrant Places (capital) grants: typically up to 5% of project goal for campaigns $1M+; award sizes vary by project scope.
Summary: Supports nonprofits in southeastern Virginia with program, seed, and capital grants to advance arts, education, health, environment, economic stability, and nonprofit facilities.
Key Information: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) public charities serving South Hampton Roads with recent audited financials or full 990/990EZ.
Description
The Hampton Roads Community Foundation Community Grants program funds nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in southeastern Virginia. Grants are available in the areas of Cultural Vitality, Economic Stability, Educational Success, Environmental Stewardship, Health & Wellness, and for major capital projects through Vibrant Places. Funding is intended for both new and expanded programs (seed/program grants) and for transformative facility improvements (capital grants). The foundation prioritizes programs with clear outcomes, robust measurement plans, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Collaboration, innovative approaches, and sustainability are strongly encouraged.
