PEACE
The PEACE Grant from Community Foundation supports creative summer literacy programs to boost third grade reading skills and long-term student success in Fredericksburg and nearby Virginia counties.
Funder: Community Foundation
Due Dates: October 19, 2026: Full application submission deadline (applications will not be accepted after 5:00 PM on this date)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per award; grant period is 10 months from award date.
Summary: Supports innovative summer literacy programs to improve third grade reading proficiency and long-term student achievement in the Fredericksburg, VA region.
Description
The PEACE Grant, offered by the Community Foundation, is designed to advance third grade literacy across Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Stafford, King George, and Caroline counties in Virginia. The grant seeks to fund organizations operating or piloting innovative summer literacy programs that demonstrate strong instructional design, active student engagement, measurable outcomes, and family/community involvement. The initiative aims to support scalable and sustainable models that foster literacy skills, build student confidence, and promote long-term academic success.
