Community Grants
Grants support nonprofit projects in southeastern Virginia that advance cultural, economic, educational, environmental, and health priorities for community benefit.
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 (nonprofit facilities / capital projects) | April 1, 2027: Cultural Vitality seed & program funding | April 1, 2027: Educational Success seed & program funding
Funding Amounts: Award size varies by project type; seed/program grants typically support up to 3 years, capital requests for Vibrant Places may not exceed 5% of campaign goal if $1M+; no set minimum or maximum.
Summary: Supports nonprofit programs and capital projects in southeastern Virginia advancing cultural, economic, educational, environmental, and health priorities.
Description
The Hampton Roads Community Foundation Community Grants program funds a broad spectrum of nonprofit initiatives and capital projects that benefit residents of South Hampton Roads, Virginia. Funding is available in the following focus areas:
- Cultural Vitality: Arts and culture programs for youth.
- Economic Stability: Initiatives that address housing, workforce readiness, and financial empowerment for individuals facing barriers.
- Educational Success: Programs improving academic achievement, especially for underperforming and under-resourced students.
- Environmental Stewardship: Youth education about waterways, sea level rise, and environmental action.
- Health & Wellness: Access to health care, behavioral health, and healthy behaviors for populations experiencing health disparities.
- Vibrant Places: Major capital projects and campaigns to improve nonprofit facilities.
Grants aim to foster measurable outcomes aligned with community priorities, such as youth development, economic self-sufficiency, educational attainment, environmental awareness, improved health, and strong nonprofit infrastructure.
