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Virginia Community Development Grants

Explore 103 grant opportunities

The Power of Change Grants
$10,000
Community Awareness of Rappahannock Electric Charity, Inc. (CARE Charity, Inc.)
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 10, 2025

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofit organizations in the Rappahannock Electric Cooperative service area that provide community-oriented programs in areas such as health, education, and environmental initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
VTC Marketing Leverage Program
$50,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to Virginia-based tourism businesses and organizations for marketing initiatives that attract overnight visitors from outside the region.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
(VTC) Vacation Starts with VA DMO MMLP Co-Op Program
$30,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Virginia's Destination Marketing Organizations to create marketing campaigns that boost tourism during the off-season, specifically targeting small businesses and lodging partners.

Business and Commerce
Exclusive - see details
Virginia Special Events & Festivals Program
$20,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 11, 2025

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This program provides financial support to established festivals and special events in Virginia to enhance tourism and attract visitors, requiring a partnership with local lodging and a commitment to marketing outside the region.

Community Development
Exclusive - see details
Virginia DMO Marketing Grants
$20,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
Private

Application Deadline

Mar 13, 2026

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This funding opportunity supports officially recognized Destination Marketing Organizations in Virginia to enhance their marketing efforts and attract more overnight visitors, thereby boosting local economies.

Business and Commerce
Exclusive - see details
DRIVE Outdoor
$20,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This program provides funding to Destination Marketing Organizations in Virginia to develop outdoor recreation projects that enhance local tourism and community engagement.

Recreation
Exclusive - see details
VTC VA250 Tourism Marketing Program
$10,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 23, 2025

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to Virginia-based organizations for marketing commemorative events and programs celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States, focusing on themes of history, freedom, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Arts
Exclusive - see details
Commonwealth of Virginia (TDFP)
$293,000,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) and Virginia Resources Authority (VRA)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 2, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to local governments in Virginia for tourism-related projects that address infrastructure deficiencies, such as hotels and dining facilities, to boost local economies.

Community Development
City or township governments
Patricia and Nicolaas Kortlandt Memorial Fund
Contact for amount
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation (NPCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 7, 2025

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Fauquier County, Virginia, that address community needs in areas such as education, agriculture, conservation, and social services.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Mary Morton Parsons Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Mary Morton Parsons Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Date Added

Jun 19, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Virginia that are focused on improving community welfare and quality of life, with an emphasis on projects that demonstrate strong planning and sustainability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
VTC Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Grant Program
$5,000
Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 24, 2025

Date Added

Jun 18, 2025

This grant provides financial support to small tourism-related businesses in Virginia to enhance their marketing efforts and attract visitors during the off-peak travel season.

Business and Commerce
Small businesses
UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center Community Grants
$10,000
University of Virginia
State

Application Deadline

Sep 20, 2025

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and municipalities in Virginia to develop innovative projects that address cancer prevention, early detection, and survivorship support in local communities.

Health
Nonprofits
City of Falls Church Arts & Humanities Project Grant 2026
$5,000
City of Falls Church
Local

Application Deadline

Jul 25, 2025

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Falls Church, Virginia, to support projects that promote arts, culture, and history, enhancing community engagement and accessibility.

Arts
Nonprofits
Responsive Grant Program 2025
$4,000
The Community Foundation of the New River Valley
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 18, 2025

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides up to $4,000 in unrestricted operating support to nonprofit organizations serving communities in the New River Valley, enabling them to address pressing needs and enhance their operational stability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant Program
$2,000,000
Department of Conservation and Recreation
State

Application Deadline

Aug 28, 2025

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This program provides matching funds to state and local governments in Virginia for acquiring and developing public outdoor recreation sites and facilities, ensuring they remain accessible for public use.

Environment
City or township governments
Economic Development & Entrepreneurship Fund
$1,250,000
Department of Housing and Community Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This funding provides financial assistance to businesses and local governments in Virginia for projects that create jobs and stimulate economic growth, particularly for low- and moderate-income individuals.

Community Development
City or township governments
Arlington County Food Security Mini-Grants 2026
$25,000
Arlington County Department of Human Services (DHS)
Local

Application Deadline

Jul 10, 2025

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible organizations working to improve food access and nutrition equity for residents of Arlington County, Virginia.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Virginia Humanities VA250 Grant Program
$10,000
Virginia Humanities
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 16, 2025

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofits, educational institutions, and local governments for projects that commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, promoting public engagement and historical reflection.

Arts
Nonprofits
Virginia Battlefield Preservation Fund
$6,550,000
Virginia Battlefield Preservation Fund
State

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2025

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations for the permanent protection of historic battlefield lands in Virginia through land purchases or easements.

Community Development
Nonprofits
African American Cemetery & Graves Fund
Contact for amount
Department of Historic Resources
State

Application Deadline

May 30, 2026

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations dedicated to preserving and maintaining historical African American cemeteries established before 1948 in Virginia.

Community Development
Nonprofits