The Martha Scott Ross Literacy Fund
The Martha Scott Ross Literacy Fund from the Community Foundation supports innovative, inclusive literacy projects for diverse students in Stafford, Spotsylvania, and Fredericksburg.
Funder: Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 19, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typical grant period is up to 10 months; award size not specified.
Summary: Supports librarians and media specialists in Stafford, Spotsylvania, and Fredericksburg to foster inclusive literacy and learning projects for diverse student populations.
Description
The Martha Scott Ross Literacy Fund, managed by the Community Foundation, provides annual grants to librarians and media specialists in Stafford County, Spotsylvania County, and the City of Fredericksburg. The fund honors Martha Scott Ross’s legacy as an educator and librarian by supporting projects that enhance literacy and learning for students of all backgrounds and abilities. Projects should foster a love of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and visual learning, create age-friendly and welcoming environments, and incorporate family outreach. The fund encourages innovative, inclusive approaches that nurture a passion for learning and engage diverse student communities.
