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Best Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits in Virginia

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$54.1M

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$12K

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$12K median

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

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US $5,000 - US $75,000

Comis Foundation Grants for Education Programs

Rolling deadline
501(c)(3) organizations improving educational outcomes for children and youth, including those offering staff professional development in Virginia, can apply for Comis Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $75,000. Funding supports pilot programs, proof-of-concept projects, and capacity building such as professional development, strategic planning, and leadership development, with some multi-year support available.
The Comis Foundation

Unspecified amount

Children and Health Funding from Costco Foundation

Rolling deadline
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can access funding through Costco Foundation for monetary support of community-based services. Eligible U.S. organizations must request cash support only and demonstrate community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial backing in their project budgets and operations.
Costco Wholesale Corporation

Unspecified amount

Virginia Nonprofit Innovation Funding via Creag Foundation

Rolling deadline
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving approaches can seek funding to develop or expand their work. Creag Foundation supports organizations with new ways to address societal issues, including health, community development, literacy, safety, and related fields; interested groups may begin with a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation

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Up to US $15,000

DanPaul Foundation Grants

Rolling deadline
The DanPaul Foundation aims to enhance early childhood development by training teachers and parents, protecting children from abuse, and promoting social responsibility. They provide grants to non-profits for programs that focus on education, health, and welfare of youth. Key initiatives include scholarships, environmental education, and support for underprivileged children. Grant amounts range from a few hundred dollars to $15,000 annually, with a focus on impactful, community-driven projects.
The Dan Paul Foundation

Unspecified amount

Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants

Rolling deadline
State Farm's Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants aim to enhance community safety, development, and education. Focused on long-term impact, they support initiatives in auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, and educational programs. Eligible recipients include nonprofits, educational institutions, and government entities. However, funding is not available for individuals, religious programs, or organizations outside the U.S. By addressing critical community needs, these grants foster safer and more resilient neighborhoods.
State Farm Companies Foundation

More than US $100,000

Hearst Foundation: Culture Grant

Rolling deadline
The Hearst Foundation: Culture Grant aims to support outstanding nonprofits that enhance cultural engagement and artistic talent in the U.S. With a focus on programs that reach young people, the grant prioritizes organizations that create lasting impacts in the arts and sciences. The Foundation allocates 25% of its funding to cultural initiatives, favoring established organizations with a history of significant results. Eligible nonprofits must encourage inclusivity and sustainability in their programs.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation

Unspecified amount

LabCorp Charitable Foundation Grants

Rolling deadline
The Labcorp Charitable Foundation, a private 501(c)(3) entity, aims to enhance healthcare access and education for all. With grant opportunities focusing on food programs, healthcare services for underserved populations, and STEM initiatives, it seeks to support community health and well-being. Organizations eligible for funding must be U.S.-based and hold tax-exempt status. Requests are reviewed biannually, in March and September, to foster impactful community projects.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation

Up to US $2,000

Artist Residency Funding for Virginia Organizations via Virginia Commission for the Arts

Rolling deadline
Virginia schools, nonprofits, governments, and VCA teaching artists can access funding for short-term, artist-led residencies and workshops through the Arts in Practice Grants; awards up to US $2,000 reimburse up to 50% of fees. These projects can include community arts activities or professional development for arts educators in ADA-compliant Virginia facilities.
Virginia Commission for the Arts

Unspecified amount

Robinson Foundation Community Impact Grants in Virginia

Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Virginia 501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years can seek single-year funding for programs such as education, poverty relief, health, animal welfare, disaster relief, veterans’ services, and spiritual endeavors. The Robinson Foundation provides support to southern U.S. charities whose projects show tangible, meaningful impact, which may include staff or leadership development within these service areas.
Robinson Foundation

US $5,000 - US $15,000

Virginia Humanities: Major Grants

Full proposal due Oct 16, 2026
Virginia Humanities offers Major Grants to support cultural nonprofits in Virginia that develop public humanities projects. These grants, ranging from $5,000 to $15,000, are awarded biannually and aim to engage audiences with history, literature, and culture. Projects can include community forums, exhibitions, and curriculum resources, fostering dialogue and expanding access to the humanities. With a focus on immediate implementation, these grants are pivotal in enhancing cultural understanding across the state.
Virginia Humanities

US $250 - US $5,000

Spark Good: Strengthening Community - Local Grants

Applications due Nov 30, 2026
The Spark Good: Strengthening Community Local Grants program by the Wal-Mart Foundation empowers local organizations through grants ranging from $250 to $5000. This initiative aims to enhance community welfare by supporting diverse projects, including animal shelters and educational programs. Eligible organizations must have a verified Spark Good account, ensuring funds are allocated effectively to meet local needs and foster community development. Together, we can create lasting impacts through small yet significant actions.
Wal-Mart Foundation

Up to US $4,000

Virginia Commission for the Arts Education Grants

Applications due Dec 1, 2026
Virginia schools, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and local or tribal government units can apply for Virginia Commission for the Arts Lifelong Learning Grants, awarding up to US $4,000 for sequential, hands-on arts education programs. Funding supports multi-session instruction, workshops, and training for teaching artists and arts educators in Virginia, including professional development and arts integration initiatives.
Virginia Commission for the Arts

Unspecified amount

Virginia Health Care Funding via Virginia Health Care Foundation

Letter of inquiry due Jan 12, 2027
Virginia health and human service nonprofits can receive support to expand access to care for uninsured and medically underserved residents through Virginia Health Care Foundation. Funding can develop or grow primary care, mental health, dental, telehealth, and coordinated systems of care, including accelerating licensure for behavioral health professionals and addressing COVID-19-related mental health needs.
Virginia Health Care Foundation

US $5,000 - US $20,000

Nordstrom Community Grant

Applications due Jan 31, 2027
The Nordstrom Community Grant focuses on supporting youth and families by providing over $1 million in grants annually. It aims to assist grassroots organizations that address essential community needs such as food, shelter, and clothing, as well as creating opportunities for economic mobility through mentorship and workforce development. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits located in areas where Nordstrom operates. Applications are encouraged for those meeting these criteria.
Nordstrom

Up to US $5,000

Virginia Humanities: Opportunity Grants

Applications due Jan 31, 2027
Virginia Humanities offers Opportunity Grants to support cultural nonprofits in Virginia for public humanities projects. With funding of up to $5,000, these grants are designed for projects with a shorter timeline and scope, awarded twice a year. The grants aim to encourage community engagement and storytelling, allowing organizations to implement initiatives quickly. Eligibility includes 501(c)(3) nonprofits and similar entities, while funding excludes advocacy, certain arts, and international travel.
Virginia Humanities

Unspecified amount in in-kind support

Catalogue for Philanthropy Capacity Grants in Virginia

Applications due Feb 11, 2027
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets between $100,000 and $4 million can access multi-year capacity-building, visibility, and fundraising support through the Catalogue for Philanthropy network. Focused on strengthening nonprofit effectiveness, Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington invites locally headquartered organizations serving the greater Washington region, including parts of Virginia, to apply for marketing support, professional development workshops, and donor outreach opportunities.
Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington

US $50,000 - US $500,000

Mary Morton Parsons Support for Virginia Capital Projects

Letter of inquiry due Feb 28, 2027
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking capital funding for arts, education, environment, historic preservation, social services, or community development projects can apply for US $50,000 - US $500,000 in challenge or matching grants. Mary Morton Parsons Foundation supports organizations across the Commonwealth that meet its eligibility criteria and board giving expectations.
Mary Morton Parsons Foundation

More than US $50,000

Jesse W Couch Foundation Support for Storytelling

Letter of inquiry due Mar 27, 2027
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations working in preservation, education, or wellness can access funding through Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation to tell impactful stories about their work. The Storytelling Grant supports professional-quality communications that highlight community impact, which may strengthen staff skills and capacity around messaging, media, and narrative development.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation

US $1,000 - US $5,000

Arts Education Funding from Virginia Commission

Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Virginia schools, nonprofits, and local or tribal governments can receive $1,000 - $5,000 to run hands-on arts education residencies and professional development programs across Virginia. With a mission to expand arts learning opportunities, Virginia Commission for the Arts supports new or expanded artist residencies, in-school and out-of-school arts education, and training for artists and educators, with a required 1:1 cash match.
Virginia Commission for the Arts

Unspecified amount

Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation

Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Virginia nonprofits providing community services such as workforce development, literacy, health and social services, or disaster relief can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations serving local communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates and maintaining nondiscriminatory practices.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc

Up to US $6,000

Virginia Humanities at WHRO Grants

Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Virginia Humanities at WHRO Grants supports public humanities projects across Hampton Roads, offering up to $6,000 for initiatives that connect local communities with their cultural heritage. The grants aim to engage broad audiences through community forums, exhibitions, and media projects, fostering dialogue and understanding. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits within the WHRO service area. The program emphasizes inclusivity, preserving local stories, and enhancing public access to humanities resources.
Virginia Humanities

Up to US $7,500

Virginia Preservation Planning Funding via National Trust

Applications due Jun 1, 2027
Nonprofit and community organizations in Virginia and nearby Mid-Atlantic states can seek up to US $7,500 for historic preservation planning and education projects that protect natural and cultural resources. Grants from the National Trust for Historic Preservation help fund professional expertise, community forums, and public outreach that build preservation leadership and engage new audiences.
National Trust for Historic Preservation

US $2,500 - US $10,000

Virginia Battlefield Preservation Funding via National Trust

Applications due Jun 2, 2027
Public agencies and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Virginia preserving battlefields, viewsheds, and related historic structures can access funding through National Trust for Historic Preservation. Grants of US $2,500 - US $10,000 support planning, professional expertise, organizational capacity building, and innovative public education or outreach that advance battlefield preservation efforts.
National Trust for Historic Preservation

Up to US $99,000

USDA Rural Development Business Grants in Virginia

Applications due Jun 15, 2027
Eligible rural public entities and nonprofit organizations in Virginia can receive up to US $99,000 to provide technical assistance and training for small rural businesses. USDA Rural Development funds projects such as leadership and entrepreneur training, business counseling, feasibility studies, and long-term strategic planning, which may include professional development activities for staff supporting rural economic development.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)

Unspecified amount

Mutual of America Support for Community Partnerships

Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Virginia with exemplary, replicable community partnerships that address significant social issues may be eligible for the Mutual of America Foundation Community Partnership Award, a national U.S. competition. This recognition honors collaborations among public, private, and social sector partners that measurably improve lives and can inspire new approaches in other communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation

Unspecified amount

Virginia Commission for the Arts Grants for Virginia Art Education

Applications due Jul 15, 2027
Virginia nonprofits that provide educational programming and employ teaching artists, as well as individual teaching artists, can access professional development support through the Virginia Commission for the Arts Teaching Artist Roster in Virginia. This opportunity identifies and promotes highly qualified teaching artists for school and community arts education programs and residencies.
Virginia Commission for the Arts

Up to US $4,000

Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation Grants for Virginia Jazz Presenters

Applications due Aug 21, 2027
Virginia nonprofit or government arts presenters that regularly book touring artists can access funding through Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation to support participation in the Jazz Touring Network and related jazz touring activity, with awards up to US $3,000. Eligible presenters must be 501(c)(3) organizations or public units in the mid-Atlantic region seeking to develop or expand jazz programming and professional capacity.
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

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Grant Insights : Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits in Virginia

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Common — grants in this category appear regularly across funding sources.

200+ Professional Development grants for nonprofits in Virginia grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

57 Professional Development grants for nonprofits in Virginia over $25K in average grant size

45 Professional Development grants for nonprofits in Virginia over $50K in average grant size

29 Professional Development grants for nonprofits in Virginia supporting general operating expenses

200+ Professional Development grants for nonprofits in Virginia supporting programs / projects

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Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Professional Development grants for Nonprofits in Virginia?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
35.5%
Q2
20.4%
Q3
24.4%
Q4
19.7%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits in Virginia?

Grants are most commonly $12,000.

$500 $500 Min.
$12,000 $12 K Median
$432,646 $432.6 K Average
$40,331,313 $40.3 M Max.

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Virginia?

Grants are most commonly $113,117.

$113,117

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits in Virginia year over year?

In 2024, funders in Virginia awarded a total of 69,694 grants.

2022 66,520

2023 66,322

2024 69,694

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits in Virginia given out in Virginia, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Professional Development Grants for Nonprofits in Virginia changing over time?

Funding has increased by 9.79%.

2022 $6,521,474,631

2023 $7,159,569,220
9.78%

2024 $7,860,695,969
9.79%

Virginia Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Fairfax County, Arlington County, and Alexandria City receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Fairfax County $2,293,731,782
Arlington County $2,240,636,439
Alexandria City $719,704,106
Richmond City $452,557,663
Loudoun County $376,230,846

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