Special Interest Grants
Special Interest Grants from Hampton Roads Community Foundation fund research and science-focused projects in mental health, disabilities, and horticultural education for South Hampton Roads nonprofits.
Funder: Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Special Interest Grants)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from $500 to $75,000 depending on the fund and focus area; most grants fall between $1,000 and $65,000.
Summary: Supports nonprofits serving South Hampton Roads in eleven specific areas, including abuse survivors, animal welfare, disabilities, horticultural education, mental health research, arts, education, and veterans’ services.
Description
Special Interest Grants from the Hampton Roads Community Foundation are funded through donor-established endowments to address a broad range of community needs in South Hampton Roads, Virginia. These grants are available to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and eligible houses of worship, supporting projects in eleven distinct areas: abuse survivors, animal welfare, developmental disabilities (intellectual disabilities and cerebral palsy), horticultural education, mental health research, outreach to seniors, arts and humanities, high school support, piano acquisition/repair, and veterans’ services. Each area is supported by dedicated funds, with preferences and eligibility varying by fund. The foundation manages the application, review, and distribution process to maximize community impact.
