Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia (“The Community Foundation”) operates many individual grant rounds at various times throughout the year. Different funds have different criteria and may serve a particular service area.
To apply to any of the grant opportunities below, please click on the ‘Access Online Grants Account’ button to the right of this page.
1. Letter of Intent
April 3, 2023 – NOTE: The Letter of Intent grants process is now closed for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Please check back after July 1, 2023 for the opportunity to apply through the Letter of Intent grants process during the 2023-2024 fiscal year.
Applications Open: Year-Round
Application Deadline: Phase I – Rolling Deadline
Phase II – Will specify if/when Phase I is approved
Grant Size: The historical average for a competitive grant through this process is in the $14,000 – $25,000 range. We encourage organizations to apply for only what they need.
Grant Decisions Made: Varies
NOTE: Organizations may only submit one LOI during the Foundation’s fiscal year (July 1-June 30).
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and serving the cities of Martinsville, Roanoke and Salem, and the counties of Botetourt, Craig, Franklin, Henry, Patrick, and Roanoke
Focus Areas:
EDUCATION AND YOUTH
The Community Foundation recognizes the importance of not only investing in our youth so that every child is given the opportunity to succeed, but to also provide access to educational opportunities for individuals who are seeking to invest in our local workforce , To accomplish that, we will provide support to:
*Encourage and improve literacy efforts in our youth; with an emphasis on Pre-k-3rd grade.
*After-school and summer programs that seek to enrich the lives of children up to age 18, with an emphasis on those programs which promote math and science.
*Workforce development programs that train and educate individuals to meet the needs of local business for skilled workers.
*Provide services to individuals with special needs.
CULTURAL AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT
Building a community with access to enrichment activities can lead to a better quality of life for all. The Community Foundation also recognizes the positive impact arts and culture can have on promoting a strong and healthy economy. To accomplish that, we will provide support to:
*Promote the role that arts and culture play in creating a vibrant community.
*Promote healthy lifestyles, nutrition and improved fitness.
2. Women in Philanthropy
(Requests MUST be between $10,000-$25,000)
Applications Open: June 15, 2023
Application Deadline: By 4:00 p.m. on July 14, 2023
Applicant Presentation: TBD (Applicant presentations are required as noted in the application.)
Grant Decisions Made: September
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and/or serving: City of Martinsville, and the counties of Henry and Patrick
Focus Area
Varies
3. Summer Grant Cycle
Applications Open: July 3, 2023
Application Deadline: By 4:00 p.m on July 28, 2023
Grant Decisions Made: September-October
Below is a list of funds that are available as part of the Summer Grant Cycle. There is a separate application for each fund listed.
Larry Woodrow Vest Fund
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in Floyd County that serve its residents.
Focus Area
Varies
Thomas P. and Lewise S. Parsley Fund
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and serving Cities of Martinsville, Roanoke and Salem, and the counties of Botetourt, Craig, Franklin, Henry, Patrick, and Roanoke
Focus Area
To support charitable organizations and individuals with the overall goal of meeting the financial need for programs or for individuals that enhance the preservation of dignity, hope, and personal independence and which help ease the burdens of medical expenses. Areas of interest include (but not limited to):
*Prescription medications for the elderly or individuals in financial need.
*Community outreach programs that specifically address substance abuse.
*Community programs that specifically address home or organizational health aid services for financially needy individuals and families when they cannot manage alone.
The Earl D. and Carrie Leigh Doran Fund
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and serving Cities of Martinsville, Roanoke and Salem, and the counties of Botetourt, Craig, Franklin, Henry, Patrick, and Roanoke
Focus Area
* To help individuals and families who are confronting catastrophic, life-altering circumstances.
* Supports organizations that provide shelter, care, and assistance to battered women.
The Cancer Center Fund
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and serving City of Martinsville, and the counties of Henry and Patrick
Focus Area
To support organizations and/or programs that provide and promote health services and educational, diagnostic, and treatment resources to victims of cancer and related conditions in the Martinsville community.
The Hospice Fund
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and serving City of Martinsville, and the counties of Henry and Patrick
Focus Area
To support organizations and/or programs that provide assistance and services to any needy resident in the Martinsville area with end-of-life medical needs and expenses .
Special Interest Funds
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and serving City of Martinsville, and the counties of Henry and Patrick
Focus Areas
Supports organizations whose mission and/or program aligns with one or more of the following:
* Provides services to children and families.
* Provides services to assist handicapped/disabled persons.
* Provides services to the elderly.
* Promotes the health and quality of life (including, but not limited to):
1. Providing health services to the needy, supporting health-related teaching, educational and research programs,
2. Providing breast health services and encouraging the development of diagnostic treatment options for residents, or
3. Providing other charitable activities and projects that improve the quality of life.
4. Winter Grant Cycle
Applications Open: November 1, 2023
Application Deadline: By 4:00 p.m. on November 17, 2023
Grant Decisions Made: December-January
Below is a list of funds that are available as part of the Winter Grant Cycle. There is a separate application for each fund listed.
The Roanoke Valley Children’s Fund
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and serving Cities of Roanoke and Salem, and the counties of Botetourt, Craig, Franklin, and Roanoke
Focus Area
Addresses the broad needs of children from prenatal care through the age of five by:
*Helping link existing resources with those most in need.
*Serving as a catalyst for the creation of new resources.
*Educating and promoting the understanding of the tremendous importance of this time in children’s lives.
*Building healthy lives and productive citizens from the start.
Elderly Funds
(To support the Aging Population)
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and serving Roanoke and Salem, and the counties of Botetourt, Craig, Franklin, and Roanoke
Focus Area
*Organizations that support the broad needs of the elderly in the community.
The Phalia M. and Guy M. Kinder Fund
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and serving Cities of Martinsville, Roanoke and Salem, and the counties of Botetourt, Craig, Franklin, Henry, Patrick, and Roanoke
Focus Area
*Organizations that are effective and efficient in preventing cruelty to animals.
*Research and medical advancement for the cure of diseases in animals.
*Professional education of animal caretakers.
*Programs that promote the positive relationship between humans and animals
Community Impact Funds
Geographic Location:
City of Martinsville, and the counties of Henry and Patrick
Focus Area
Varies
5. Family Wellness Grant Cycle
Applications Open: February 1, 2023
Application Deadline: By 4:00 p.m. on February 17, 2023
Grant Decisions Made: March-April
Geographic Location:
Organizations located in, and serving Cities of Martinsville, Roanoke and Salem, and the counties of Botetourt, Craig, Franklin, Henry, Patrick, and Roanoke
Focus Area
Supports organizations that provide shelter, clothing, food, and medical assistance (including dental) to the needy. We look for programs/projects that provide a well-planned approach to the issues and needs in the community, with a demonstrated track record of support and committed leadership.