We could list a dazzling array of facts and figures here about our strong and continued asset growth and our many years of life-changing grant making, but those can be found elsewhere on this site. In this space, our purpose is to simply say we enable generous people like you to easily give back to the community you love. Whether that community is the Roanoke Valley, the Martinsville-Henry County area, the Alleghany Highlands or other parts of Western Virginia, we stand ready to serve you. You will discover that incorporating the community foundation option into your lifetime charitable giving and your estate plans will prove rewarding while being flexible and effective in its execution, tax-wise in its benefits, and permanent in carrying on your philanthropic legacy.
Nonprofits are essential to the vitality of our community – the place we all call home. Each organization provides important and very challenging work daily…
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As the Community Foundation has grown over the years, we have increasingly expanded our services to different components of the philanthropic landscape…
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Many individuals choose to create a charitable legacy through a planned or estate gift. When you make a commitment to strengthen your community, today or in the future…
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The Community Foundation works hard to be an excellent steward of assets entrusted to us, to efficiently serve our donors and potential new donors, and to never cease trying to build up local nonprofits. In helping others, sometimes we need to focus on our own well-being, unplug from our daily work and seek out genuine rest and rejuvenation. To that end, the Foundation’s offices will be closed January 1 through January 6, 2025. ... See MoreSee Less
Wishing everyone a Christmas day filled with warmth and cheer! In observance of the holiday, Foundation offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th. ... See MoreSee Less
Join us our next NPO CONNECT for an insightful session on Having the Right Data
Discover how to:
✅ Set clear goals for your programs
✅ Track progress and measure success
✅ Effectively communicate results
✅ Strengthen your case for funding
Learn to seamlessly integrate evaluation into every aspect of your organization and maximize your impact. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your programs to the next level!
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The Community Foundation's Scholarship Application is NOW OPEN! Whether you’re a graduating high school senior, a current college student, or returning to school as a non-traditional student, this is your chance to fund your future! Last year, over $775,000 was awarded to students just like you—now it’s your turn! Apply now at cfwesternva.org/for-students/.
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Wrap up the year with generosity!
As we approach the year's end, it's the ideal time to make a difference while enjoying potential tax benefits. Your donation supports essential community programs and could help reduce your taxable income.
Give today and make your year-end gift matter! www.cfwesternva.org/ ... See MoreSee Less
Please note that the Community Foundation will have limited Office Hours for the Holidays! Wishing all of you a safe and happy Holiday Season! ... See MoreSee Less
Want to stay up-to-date on community initiatives, grant opportunities and more? Be sure to join our e-mail list: www.cfwesternva.org/sign-up-for-mailing-list/ ... See MoreSee Less
Interested in making substantial donations to your favorite charitable causes but want to use the resources you have worked hard to collect in planning for retirement? Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia can help you navigate the process of setting up an endowed fund using IRA distributions to ensure you are making the most of your charitable giving. (Note: There are limitations with respect to donor advised funds.)
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Exciting news! The Wellness Wagon recently received a $19,300 grant to support repairs for its mobile bus and address programmatic needs. This incredible organization is breaking down barriers to wellness by offering free and reduced-cost acupuncture and other coordinated social services to underserved communities in the Roanoke Valley.
"Our Community Foundation grant has already delivered positive outcomes for rural communities around Roanoke. The funds allowed us to replace all eight bus tires, ensuring safe travel to our monthly stop in New Castle, where we provide acupuncture and connect families with CHIP of Roanoke Valley services. The remaining grant funds will help expand our services across the Roanoke Valley, increasing access to our care and the diverse resources offered by our partner organizations during monthly outreach efforts." ~Katie Clifton, Executive Director ... See MoreSee Less
Spreading holiday joy is a festive affair, and we are sad to say our surprise grants are ending! Kudos to Virginia Museum of Natural History Foundation for receiving our last $1,000 surprise! ... See MoreSee Less