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PNC Foundation: Foundation Grant

PNC Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Colorado +667 more
Unspecified amount
The PNC Foundation aims to enhance the lives of individuals in local communities through partnerships with nonprofit organizations. Their focus includes promoting educational opportunities, particularly for early childhood education, and supporting economic development initiatives. Grants are available for organizations that benefit low- to moderate-income families and enhance community growth. The foundation prioritizes programs that foster sustainability and diversity, ensuring a lasting impact on the communities they serve.
Education - Preschool / Early Learning Teacher Development & Training Music Education +16 more

Rock Spring Congregational United Church of Christ SAM Grant

Rock Spring Congregational Church Endowment Fund
Private
Arlington County, Virginia, Caroline County, Virginia +19 more
US $500 - US $5,000
The Rock Spring Congregational United Church of Christ SAM Grant supports organizations that align with its mission as a Just Peace and Open and Affirming Congregation. Grants, ranging from $500 to $5,000, are available for general operating support or special projects. Eligible organizations are those that meet basic human needs and can engage Rock Spring volunteers, primarily in the Metropolitan Washington, D.C. area, and those in alignment with the values of the United Church of Christ.
Basic Human Needs

Stantec Community Engagement Grant

Stantec
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Adams County, Colorado +169 more
Unspecified amount
The Stantec Community Engagement Grant is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in communities where Stantec operates. Focused on arts, education, environment, and health and wellness, the grant supports initiatives that foster sustainable development and responsible practices. Organizations seeking funding must align with Stantec's values, emphasizing ethical practices and community impact. Preference is given to projects located near Stantec offices, ensuring a more significant local impact through their contributions.
Visual Arts Performing Arts Museums & Cultural Institutions +14 more

Charles and Mary Latham Fund Health Grants in Arlington

Charles and Mary Latham Fund
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Arlington County, Virginia +22 more
US $10,000 - US $15,000
Arlington, Virginia health-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits can access funding through the Charles and Mary Latham Fund to support medical research and care for people with serious diseases. Grants of US $10,000 - US $15,000 support program or general operating needs for organizations serving financially vulnerable patients in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
Diseases & Conditions

CFNV: NOVA Parks Outdoors Kids Grants

The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Arlington County, Virginia +4 more
Up to US $2,500
The CFNV: NOVA Parks Outdoors Kids Grants aim to enhance educational experiences for Title-I public elementary and middle schools in Northern Virginia by providing funding for field trips. This initiative covers transportation and related costs, ensuring students can access the diverse natural environments of NOVA Parks. Participants will engage in the Roving Naturalist Program, which includes hands-on learning and tailored programs that meet Virginia Science Standards, fostering a connection with nature and history.
Outdoor Recreation Academic Success & Enrichment

Chesapeake Watershed Investments for Landscape Defense (WILD): Planning and Technical Assistance Grants

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Pennsylvania +157 more
Up to US $75,000
The Chesapeake Watershed Investments for Landscape Defense (WILD) Program, led by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), invites proposals for Planning and Technical Assistance Grants up to $75,000. This initiative focuses on enhancing conservation and stewardship efforts in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, supporting local partners in effective project implementation. With an estimated $8.5 million available, applicants are encouraged to engage with NFWF staff for proposal guidance and feedback to strengthen their submissions.
Environmental Conservation Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration Wildlife Management +5 more

Rose Koury Scholarship Fund

The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Arlington County, Virginia +3 more
Up to US $20,000

Community Foundation for Northern Virginia

Founded in 1978, the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia is a tax-exempt trusted public charity that advances equity through philanthropy and community leadership. Its work is guided by a strategic plan that advances four key priorities for the region:

  • Social and Economic Mobility
  • Opportunities for All
  • Inclusive Systems of Economic Growth
  • Community Resilience

Rose Koury Scholarship Fund

The Rose Koury Scholarship was established to recognize outstanding Northern Virginia high school seniors who plan to enter the field of early childhood or elementary education. The scholarship will be awarded to undergraduate students who demonstrate strength of character and dedication to improving the lives of others through a career in education. The scholarship will make a significant contribution to the education of a student who might otherwise have difficulty paying for college.

Renewal is dependent on academic good standing and full-time enrollment in an accredited college or university. 

Education - Preschool / Early Learning Education - Elementary School

Housing for Everyone Grant Competition

Td Charitable Foundation
Corporate
Aiken County, South Carolina, Alachua County, Florida +185 more
US $1,000,000 - US $2,000,000
The Housing for Everyone Grant Competition, part of the 2026 Initiative, aims to support eviction prevention in low-to moderate-income communities. This 20th annual initiative recognizes the destabilizing impact of eviction and displacement on families, which leads to job loss, school disruptions, and health issues. By funding innovative organizations, the competition seeks to provide stability for renters, enabling them to stay in their homes and communities.
Real Estate & Housing

Chesapeake Watershed Investments for Landscape Defense (WILD): Implementation Grants

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Pennsylvania +157 more
US $75,000 - US $500,000
The Chesapeake Watershed Investments for Landscape Defense (WILD) Program, managed by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) in collaboration with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, invites proposals for grants ranging from $75,000 to $500,000. These funds aim to support on-the-ground conservation projects that enhance vital fish and wildlife habitats within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Up to $8.5 million in funding is available, contingent on resources.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration Environmental Conservation Land / Habitat Conservation +5 more

Capital Food Bank Partnership Program

Capital Area Food Bank
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Arlington County, Virginia +20 more
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
The Capital Food Bank Partnership Program invites not-for-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status to join in addressing food insecurity. Partners will receive essential food and health education materials to distribute within the Washington metropolitan area. Key eligibility requirements include a budget for food procurement, access to technology, and a designated food storage facility. The program aims to enhance community access to nutritious food while prioritizing partners based on regional needs.
Food Delivery & Distribution Services

Andrew W. Mellon Fellowships

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Albemarle County, Virginia +119 more
Unspecified amount
The Andrew W. Mellon Fellowships offer short-term research support for academic researchers and doctoral candidates focusing on Virginia history. Funded by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, these fellowships provide $1,000 per week for research visits lasting one to two weeks. They cover diverse topics, including political, economic, and cultural studies. Applicants are evaluated based on scholarly qualifications and proposal merit, with priority given to those whose work may lead to significant publication.
Political Science Governance & Democracy Religious / Theological Education +9 more

Corning Nonprofit Grants (also called Direct Grant)

Corning Incorporated Community Impact & Investment Philanthropy
Corporate
Alameda County, California, Alexander County, North Carolina +100 more
Unspecified amount
The Corning Nonprofit Grants program supports community-based initiatives in education, human services, and culture. Eligible nonprofits that align with our criteria may apply for funding on a rolling basis. The application window for invited organizations runs from February 10 to September 15. We emphasize local impact within a 20-mile radius of Corning, NY, ensuring that our contributions foster collective growth and engagement in the community.
Art & Culture Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid Art Education +10 more

Global Innovation Challenge

Citi Foundation
Corporate
Alameda County, California, Alexandria City, Virginia +136 more
US $500,000
The Citi Foundation's Global Innovation Challenge invites proposals from community organizations worldwide developing innovative employment solutions for low-income youth aged 15 to 24. This initiative aims to enhance youth employability, addressing global unemployment challenges faced by millions. Eligible organizations can apply for funding to support programs such as vocational training, entrepreneurship, and financial education to empower young people. The deadline for application registration is March 4, 2025, at 12 p.m. Eastern Time.
Youth Services Career / College Preparation Artificial Intelligence (AI) +2 more

CFNV Plein Environmental Scholarship Fund

The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Arlington County, Virginia +4 more
US $5,000

Community Foundation for Northern Virginia

Founded in 1978, the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia is a tax-exempt trusted public charity that advances equity through philanthropy and community leadership. Its work is guided by a strategic plan that advances four key priorities for the region:

  • Social and Economic Mobility
  • Opportunities for All
  • Inclusive Systems of Economic Growth
  • Community Resilience

Plein Environmental Scholarship Fund

The Plein Environmental Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to benefit graduating high school seniors and current NVCC students in need of financial assistance pursuing an associate degree at Northern Virginia Community College and intending to receive admission to a four-year university to pursue a degree in an environmental-related field.

Education - Higher Education Environmental Education

Arlington Education Funding via Herb Block Foundation

Herb Block Foundation
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Arlington County, Virginia +5 more
US $5,000 - US $25,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing youth or adult education programs in the greater Washington, DC region, including Arlington, Virginia, can apply for Herb Block Foundation’s Pathways Out of Poverty grants; awards US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one year. Funding supports academic achievement, after-school and mentoring programs, literacy, GED prep, and vocational training.
Vocational & Trade Education Literacy Education - K through 12 +5 more

Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns (G3) Grant Program

Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Pennsylvania +207 more
Up to US $175,000
The Chesapeake Bay Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns (G3) Grant Program, funded by the EPA and Chesapeake Bay Trust, supports innovative green infrastructure projects enhancing community livability. With funding opportunities ranging from conceptual plans to full project implementation, this program aims to reduce stormwater runoff, improve urban green spaces, and boost local water health within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Eligible locations include parts of Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Virginia, as well as New York.
Freshwater Conservation Green Infrastructure Greening & Beautification

Jean Griswold Foundation Scholarship Program ( Winter )

Jean Griswold Foundation (Griswold Cares Foundation)
Private
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Adams County, Colorado +385 more
US $500 - US $2,000

The Jean Griswold Foundation

The Jean Griswold Foundation (JGF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Caregivers through educational opportunities and scholarships. 

Our Mission

The mission of the Jean Griswold Foundation is to support Caregivers by providing educational scholarships* to enable them to further their training, enhance their careers, and better assist the clients they serve.

By offering educational scholarships*, our Foundation will not only make a positive impact on the Caregivers themselves, but also the clients they assist and the home healthcare agencies where they are employed, as well as help advance the overarching home-care industry.

Scholarships will be paid directly to the federally accredited educational institutions of the winning Scholars’ choosing.

Empowering Caregivers Through Education

The Jean Griswold Foundation Scholarship Program awards scholarships to deserving Caregivers who wish to further their education in a care-related field. Applicants do not have to be associated with Griswold in any way, and the funds will be paid directly to the institution where the caregiver will be receiving education.  

Our Winter 2026 Scholarship Application period is now open! Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm ET August 31, 2026. Join our email list to get the first notice of all Scholarship happenings.  

Where would we be without Caregivers? 

Their selflessness is astounding, yet they are often overlooked and underappreciated. 

The Jean Griswold Foundation is dedicated to supporting Caregivers, the backbone of the care industry. We provide educational scholarships so Care Professionals can further their training, enhance their skills, elevate their careers, and better assist the people they serve.

Caregiver Support / Respite Care

Chesapeake Bay Innovative Nutrient and Sediment Reduction Grants

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Pennsylvania +164 more
Up to US $2,000,000

What We Do

Since our creation by Congress in 1984, NFWF has grown to become the nation’s largest private conservation foundation. We work with both the public and private sectors to protect and restore our nation’s fish, wildlife, plants and habitats for current and future generations.

NFWF supports conservation efforts across all 50 states and U.S. territories. Since our founding, we've funded over 23,300 rigorously evaluated projects, awarded to both large environmental organizations and small local initiatives. We do not fund advocacy or litigation, and do not conduct membership campaigns. Instead, we focus on achieving results and building a better future for our world.

Chesapeake Bay Innovative Nutrient and Sediment Reduction Grants

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF), in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the federal-state Chesapeake Bay Program (CBP) partnership, is soliciting pre-proposals through the Innovative Nutrient and Sediment Reduction (INSR) Grants program to improve water quality and reduce nutrient and sediment pollution to the Chesapeake Bay and its tributary rivers and streams. Major funding for the INSR Grants program is provided by EPA, with other important contributions from Altria Group, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), and the U.S. Forest Service. 

Water Resource Management Freshwater Conservation Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration

Chesapeake Bay Small Watershed Grants

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Pennsylvania +164 more
US $150,000 - US $1,000,000
The Chesapeake Bay Small Watershed Grants, offered by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) in collaboration with the EPA, aim to enhance water quality and restore vital habitats in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Funding is available through two programs: SWG Implementation grants for direct on-the-ground actions, and SWG Planning and Technical Assistance grants to support community-based efforts. Projects must align with specific program priorities to qualify for funding.
Freshwater Conservation Water Resource Management Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration

Meyer Foundation: Restoration Fund

Eugene & Agnes E Meyer Foundation
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Arlington County, Virginia +9 more
US $20,000 - US $40,000
The Meyer Foundation's Restoration Fund aims to empower historically under-resourced communities in the Greater Washington, D.C. area by addressing systemic racial and economic inequities. The Sabbatical Grant Program offers four to eight weeks of restorative leave for eligible staff, ensuring they can continue their vital work in social justice. This initiative supports grassroots organizations, promotes well-being, and strengthens community leadership, with funding available for sabbatical activities and interim staffing needs.
Wellness & Healthy Living Nonprofit Growth & Development

Chesapeake Bay Restoration Fund Grant

Commonwealth of Virginia: Division of Legislative Services
State/Local Government
Accomack County, Virginia, Albemarle County, Virginia +91 more
Up to US $15,000
The Chesapeake Bay Restoration Fund Grant supports projects aimed at enhancing environmental education and conservation efforts in the Chesapeake Bay area. Funded activities include educational training for educators, increasing public involvement in restoration activities, and projects that mitigate pollution and restore habitats. The grant favors proposals that demonstrate clear objectives, community engagement, and practical benefits to the Bay, ensuring a positive impact on local environmental challenges.
Freshwater Conservation Water Resource Management Fisheries +2 more

Project Lead The Way Support for Engineering

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Amherst County, Virginia +64 more
Up to US $30,000
Public and charter schools in Arlington, Virginia can seek funding to launch or expand PLTW Engineering courses through Project Lead The Way’s L3Harris Technologies partnership, with awards up to US $30,000. Funding can cover PLTW participation fees, required technology, equipment and supplies, and PLTW Core Training with related travel and lodging costs.
Engineering

STEM Engineering Grants for Schools from PLTW

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Amherst County, Virginia +64 more
Up to US $15,000
Public and charter schools in Arlington, Virginia offering PLTW Engineering can apply for Project Lead The Way’s L3Harris-supported grants, awarding up to US $15,000 to expand existing PLTW Engineering programs. Funding may cover PLTW participation fees, required computers, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training with related travel, room, and board for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Engineering

Computer Science Program Funding for Schools via Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Amherst County, Virginia +64 more
Up to US $20,000
Public and charter schools starting or expanding PLTW computer science programs in Arlington, Virginia can receive up to US $20,000 for participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training. Project Lead The Way partners with L3Harris Technologies to support two years of courses and requires annual reporting and teacher/student surveys.
Computer Science & Engineering

Computer Science Expansion Funding from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Amherst County, Virginia +64 more
Up to US $10,000
Public and charter schools expanding existing PLTW computer science programs can receive up to US $10,000 for participation fees, required technology, equipment, supplies, and PLTW Core Training in Arlington, Virginia and other eligible communities. With a mission to expand STEM access, Project Lead The Way provides support beginning in the 2026–2027 academic year, with annual reporting and survey participation required.
Computer Science & Engineering

STEM Program Funding for Schools from Project Lead The Way

Project Lead The Way Inc
Private
Alexandria City, Virginia, Amherst County, Virginia +64 more
Up to US $20,000
Public and charter middle schools adding new PLTW Gateway STEM programs, including those in Arlington, Virginia, can apply for Project Lead The Way grants of up to US $20,000. Funding may cover PLTW participation fees, required devices, equipment, supplies, and core training with travel. Schools must offer two Gateway units over two years and complete annual reporting.
STEM / STEAM Education

Arlington County Opportunities Grant

CITY OF ARLINGTON TX
Private
Arlington County, Virginia
More than US $50,000
The Arlington County Opportunities Grant aims to support nonprofits in creating programs that enhance opportunities for Arlington residents and address inequalities. With a budget of $1.25 million for FY 2027, the grant encourages collaborative proposals, particularly those requesting over $50,000, to demonstrate scalability and sustainability. Nonprofits serving Arlington residents, including those not based in the area, are eligible to apply, provided they meet specific criteria.
Basic Human Needs Economic Services & Development Human & Social Services +1 more

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Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Uncommon — grants in this category are less prevalent than in others.

88 Arlington grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

23 Arlington grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size

17 Arlington grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size

19 Arlington grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses

67 Arlington grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects

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Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Arlington grants for Nonprofits?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
31.4%
Q2
27.0%
Q3
17.9%
Q4
23.7%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Arlington Grants for Nonprofits?

Grants are most commonly $10,000.

$500 $500 Min.
$10,000 $10 K Median
$106,002 $106 K Average
$1,500,000 $1.5 M Max.

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