The Education Grant Program from the Community Foundation of the New River Valley funds innovative public school projects that enrich science, research, and educational experiences for students.
Funder: Community Foundation of the New River Valley
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (application opens) | July 2027 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,500 per project; typically one-year awards
Summary: Supports projects in public schools that address basic student needs and enrich educational experiences in the New River Valley region.
Key Information: Only public school personnel, students, and PTAs/PTOs in Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, Pulaski, Wythe, or Radford are eligible.
The Education Grant Program, managed by the Community Foundation of the New River Valley (CFNRV), provides funding to support projects in public school systems that address basic student needs and enhance the educational experience. The program encourages innovative proposals that enrich classrooms, support extracurricular activities, and foster student well-being—especially those initiatives that go beyond what is typically funded by public resources. Applicants submit a single application to be considered for multiple funding sources managed by the foundation.