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Gerber Foundation Emerging Investigator Award
Launching the Next Generation of Child Health Researchers.
The Gerber Emerging Investigator Award supports promising investigators in the early stages of their research careers. The award provides funding and mentorship opportunities to help emerging researchers conduct a first mentored pediatric research project, generate preliminary data, and build the skills and experience needed for a sustained career in child health research.
The Foundation recognizes that research careers take many forms. Success may include future research funding, scientific publications, clinical leadership, implementation of evidence-based practices, or other contributions that improve the lives of infants and children.
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Virginia Housing
We Help Virginians Attain Quality, Affordable Housing
We're working to ensure every Virginian has a place to call home. Stable households strengthen communities. We’ve spent 50 years making sure Virginians in every community have access to quality, affordable housing.
Event Sponsorship Program
Funding Purpose
Virginia Housing reinvests a portion of our net revenues into Virginia’s communities through REACH Virginia (Resources Enabling Affordable Community Housing in Virginia). This is a multifaceted resource used to support vital housing initiatives through our Homeownership, Rental, and Community Outreach programs.
The purpose of the Event Sponsorship Program is to assist in the fundraising and educational initiatives of charitable organizations within the housing network in order to assist them in furthering their mission.
Eligible Applicant Types
Requests for funds under the Event Sponsorship Program must fall within one of the following organizational types:1) Non-Profit Housing Organizations and Local Government; 2) Affordable Housing Membership Organizations: a) Regional Membership Organization; b) Statewide Membership Organization
Non-Profit Housing Organizations and Local Government
Non-Profit Housing Organizations and Local Government sponsorship of up to $5,000 are available to organizations with a 501(c)3 or other designation of nonprofit status from the IRS and units of local government that either produce affordable housing or provide affordable housing services and programs.
Please note that having a regional or statewide service area does not qualify the organization for higher sponsorship levels. Events sponsored by these organizations must further affordable housing.
Virginia Housing
We Help Virginians Attain Quality, Affordable Housing
We're working to ensure every Virginian has a place to call home. Stable households strengthen communities. We’ve spent 50 years making sure Virginians in every community have access to quality, affordable housing.
Event Sponsorship Program
Funding Purpose
Virginia Housing reinvests a portion of our net revenues into Virginia’s communities through REACH Virginia (Resources Enabling Affordable Community Housing in Virginia). This is a multifaceted resource used to support vital housing initiatives through our Homeownership, Rental, and Community Outreach programs.
The purpose of the Event Sponsorship Program is to assist in the fundraising and educational initiatives of charitable organizations within the housing network in order to assist them in furthering their mission.
Eligible Applicant Types
Requests for funds under the Event Sponsorship Program must fall within one of the following organizational types:1) Non-Profit Housing Organizations and Local Government; 2) Affordable Housing Membership Organizations: a) Regional Membership Organization; b) Statewide Membership Organization
Affordable Housing Membership Organizations: Regional
Formal affordable housing membership organizations are eligible for higher sponsorship awards if they represent a Regional or Statewide area and serve a primary purpose related to affordable housing. A formal membership organization is a nonprofit that grants its members specific rights to participate in its internal affairs as established in the articles of incorporation and defined in the bylaws.
Regional Membership Organizations must serve an identified region of Virginia that includes multiple localities. Regional Membership Organizations are eligible for sponsorships of up to $15,000.
Virginia Housing
We Help Virginians Attain Quality, Affordable Housing
We're working to ensure every Virginian has a place to call home. Stable households strengthen communities. We’ve spent 50 years making sure Virginians in every community have access to quality, affordable housing.
Event Sponsorship Program
Funding Purpose
Virginia Housing reinvests a portion of our net revenues into Virginia’s communities through REACH Virginia (Resources Enabling Affordable Community Housing in Virginia). This is a multifaceted resource used to support vital housing initiatives through our Homeownership, Rental, and Community Outreach programs.
The purpose of the Event Sponsorship Program is to assist in the fundraising and educational initiatives of charitable organizations within the housing network in order to assist them in furthering their mission.
Eligible Applicant Types
Requests for funds under the Event Sponsorship Program must fall within one of the following organizational types:1) Non-Profit Housing Organizations and Local Government; 2) Affordable Housing Membership Organizations: a) Regional Membership Organization; b) Statewide Membership Organization
Affordable Housing Membership Organizations: Statewide
Formal affordable housing membership organizations are eligible for higher sponsorship awards if they represent a Regional or Statewide area and serve a primary purpose related to affordable housing. A formal membership organization is a nonprofit that grants its members specific rights to participate in its internal affairs as established in the articles of incorporation and defined in the bylaws.
Statewide Membership Organizations must serve and be representative of the entire Commonwealth of Virginia. Statewide Membership Organizations are eligible for sponsorships of up to $30,000.
Virginia Housing
We Help Virginians Attain Quality, Affordable Housing
We're working to ensure every Virginian has a place to call home. Stable households strengthen communities. We’ve spent 50 years making sure Virginians in every community have access to quality, affordable housing.
Community Impact Innovation Program
The Community Impact Innovation Program supports efforts to foster advancements in Innovative Materials, Innovative Building Approaches, Innovative Services, and Innovative Financing. Our program supports groundbreaking ideas, propelling the residential construction industry towards more accessible housing solutions while redefining housing services. Funding is allocated to support initiatives that showcase novel development techniques, pioneer new materials, or innovative housing delivery methods. These innovations should exhibit the potential to serve low-to-moderate-income households more efficiently and effectively. The primary goal is to simplify or improve on construction approaches and housing-related services, making them more efficient and productive. Successful projects are those that offer easily replicable solutions, harnessing the power of tested innovations.
Requests for Funding
Requests for funds under the Community Impact Innovation Program must fall within one or more of the following objectives. The applicant must clearly demonstrate how this new approach or service will lead to benefits for the occupants of affordable housing. Virginia Housing reserves the right to reject funding requested for any applications that are outside the focus areas listed below:
Construction Projects: Innovative Materials
Objective: Projects under this category should focus on identifying specific challenges within the community related to housing materials. This could include issues such as affordability, sustainability, or availability of suitable materials. The objective is to develop or discover materials that address these challenges effectively.
Virginia Housing
We Help Virginians Attain Quality, Affordable Housing
We're working to ensure every Virginian has a place to call home. Stable households strengthen communities. We’ve spent 50 years making sure Virginians in every community have access to quality, affordable housing.
Community Impact Innovation Program
The Community Impact Innovation Program supports efforts to foster advancements in Innovative Materials, Innovative Building Approaches, Innovative Services, and Innovative Financing. Our program supports groundbreaking ideas, propelling the residential construction industry towards more accessible housing solutions while redefining housing services. Funding is allocated to support initiatives that showcase novel development techniques, pioneer new materials, or innovative housing delivery methods. These innovations should exhibit the potential to serve low-to-moderate-income households more efficiently and effectively. The primary goal is to simplify or improve on construction approaches and housing-related services, making them more efficient and productive. Successful projects are those that offer easily replicable solutions, harnessing the power of tested innovations.
Requests for Funding
Requests for funds under the Community Impact Innovation Program must fall within one or more of the following objectives. The applicant must clearly demonstrate how this new approach or service will lead to benefits for the occupants of affordable housing. Virginia Housing reserves the right to reject funding requested for any applications that are outside the focus areas listed below:
Construction Projects: Innovative Building Approaches
Objective: This category centers on redefining the construction process itself. Projects should aim to identify challenges related to traditional building methods, such as time-consuming processes or high labor costs. The objective is to develop innovative construction techniques that streamline the building process while maintaining or improving quality.
About Us
Jesse W. Couch lived a life of zeal, honor, and dedication to the betterment of his community. The Couch family now humbly stewards the foundation he created to carry on his legacy of service for future generations.
The J.W. Couch Foundation is more than a grantmaker — we are an Emmy Award-winning impact producer, partnering with nonprofits and causes to craft powerful stories that move audiences to action.
Our Programs
We invest in and support efforts across three charitable pillars — all united by the belief that impact is best achieved through close, authentic partnerships with local organizations.
J.W. Couch Foundation: Wellness Grant
We champion mental health, digital wellbeing, access to nature, and mentorship so that individuals and communities can truly thrive — body, mind, and spirit.
Mental Health
Supporting organizations helping those who struggle with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more.
Digital Wellbeing
Teams educating and creating awareness to promote a more balanced technological lifestyle.
Get Outside
Being outside improves memory, fights depression, and lowers blood pressure. We support organizations that make it happen.
Mentorship
Nonprofits that provide communities with leaders who foster creativity, health, and career advancement.
About Us
Jesse W. Couch lived a life of zeal, honor, and dedication to the betterment of his community. The Couch family now humbly stewards the foundation he created to carry on his legacy of service for future generations.
The J.W. Couch Foundation is more than a grantmaker — we are an Emmy Award-winning impact producer, partnering with nonprofits and causes to craft powerful stories that move audiences to action.
Our Programs
We invest in and support efforts across three charitable pillars — all united by the belief that impact is best achieved through close, authentic partnerships with local organizations.
J.W. Couch Foundation: Preservation Grant
We believe in preserving our history so we can understand and educate the importance of community. Historic places affect our identity and have a direct impact on our well-being.
Historical Preservation
Supporting organizations that protect architectural heritage and cultural history for future generations.
Wildlife Conservation
We believe it's our duty to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends.
Food & Waste Management
Supporting nonprofits pioneering innovative solutions to reduce food waste and ensure nutritious meals reach those in need.
Animal Wellbeing
Dedicated to helping nonprofits that nurture compassion and respect for all living animals.
Biodiversity
Protecting the variety of life on Earth — from habitats and ecosystems to the species that sustain our natural world.
About Us
Jesse W. Couch lived a life of zeal, honor, and dedication to the betterment of his community. The Couch family now humbly stewards the foundation he created to carry on his legacy of service for future generations.
The J.W. Couch Foundation is more than a grantmaker — we are an Emmy Award-winning impact producer, partnering with nonprofits and causes to craft powerful stories that move audiences to action.
Our Programs
We invest in and support efforts across three charitable pillars — all united by the belief that impact is best achieved through close, authentic partnerships with local organizations.
J.W. Couch Foundation: Education Grant
We support forward-thinking schools and programs that give students — from toddlers to teenagers — the tools to become curious, capable, and compassionate leaders.
Early Childhood Education
Schools with creative, balanced approaches — life skills, Montessori, project-based, and more time outside.
21st-Century Education
Programs teaching critical thinking, adaptability, communication, and entrepreneurship for a changing world.
Teacher Support
Teachers are essential. We invest in programs that help educators succeed in inspiring the next generation.
About Easton Sports Development Foundation II
Archery is an inspirational sport that teaches discipline and brings communities together. However, many organizations face challenges introducing this transformative sport due to limited funding, which restricts their ability to access equipment, resources, and training. The Easton Foundations supports archery across the U.S. and seeks to bridge the gap between initial experiences and elite performance through its grants program.The foundation's mission is to inspire individuals and collaborate with partners by providing resources and services that result in growth and life-long enjoyment of archery.The Foundation supports indoor and outdoor archery facilities at city parks, schools, universities and sports complexes throughout the U.S. and provides programs to train aspiring archers, trainers, coaches and administrators.About Easton Foundations: Equipment Grants
With funding of up to $1,000 available, the Equipment Grant is an ideal opportunity for those looking to establish or expand an archery program.
About Easton Sports Development Foundation II
Archery is an inspirational sport that teaches discipline and brings communities together. However, many organizations face challenges introducing this transformative sport due to limited funding, which restricts their ability to access equipment, resources, and training. The Easton Foundations supports archery across the U.S. and seeks to bridge the gap between initial experiences and elite performance through its grants program.
The foundation's mission is to inspire individuals and collaborate with partners by providing resources and services that result in growth and life-long enjoyment of archery.
The Foundation supports indoor and outdoor archery facilities at city parks, schools, universities and sports complexes throughout the U.S. and provides programs to train aspiring archers, trainers, coaches and administrators.About Easton Foundations: Big Impact Grant
The Big Impact Grant is tailored for projects poised to make tangible, enduring differences. Think Big! It aims to support initiatives with the potential to drive significant, lasting positive change. This grant aims to reach a wider audience, make a strong impression in the sport of archery, and engage both new and experienced archers and the community.
The Covia Cares Employee Relief Fund was created to help Charitable Class members (those eligible to apply for a grant) who are in need of immediate financial assistance following an unforeseen disaster or personal hardship. The Fund relies on support from the sponsoring organization (The Covia Foundation) and individual donations made by The Covia Foundation’s partners, employees, and/or the general public. Every donation makes a difference, no matter the amount, and combined with the donations of others, helps to provide grants when they are needed most.Charitable Class members can apply for a grant if they have been impacted by one of the following unforeseen events and one or more of the associated expenses:
About Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association (ALS)
We are the world’s leading ALS organization, made up of volunteers who are living with ALS, loved ones, caregivers, advocates, and dedicated staff. Our goal is to make ALS livable and cure it. On the ground in all 50 states, we are providing support for people living with ALS and their loved ones while funding the most promising ALS research in the world. We are also leading local and national advocacy efforts to deliver more funding for ALS research and better policies for those impacted by the disease.
Our commitment is that every person living with ALS, regardless of where they live, should be able to access high-quality care and effective treatments. About Assistive Technology GrantsThrough our Assistive Technology Grants, we award up to $400,000 over two years to support the development of a diverse array of devices and other technologies that make it easier for people with ALS to communicate, move, breathe, and perform daily activities. This could mean developing novel and innovative assistive technologies or repurposing existing technologies to create new solutions for people living with ALS. Either way, the goal is to help people with ALS retain their independence for as long as possible.
Harry Gregg Foundation Grant
How much is awarded?
Grants are limited to $1,200 but are often less as award amounts are dependent upon the number of requests received tri-annually (three times a year).
How can funds be used?
Funds may be requested for a broad range of purposes, but must specifically benefit the individual for whom funds are sought.
Examples of acceptable purposes include, but are not limited to:
About AOTF
Established in 1965, AOTF is an independent 501(c)(3) charitable, scientific, and educational organization. We serve as the premier resource for occupational therapy research and scholarship, working alongside researchers, educators, practitioners, community partners, and students to build evidence-based practice that improves lives.
As the only foundation dedicated exclusively to advancing occupational therapy science, we bridge the critical gap between innovative research and real-world practice. Our work ensures that occupational therapy interventions are grounded in rigorous scientific evidence, ultimately improving outcomes for millions of people worldwide.
Hand in Hand Research Grant
Background
To address the urgent need for more practice evidence in hand and occupational therapy, the American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF), American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT), and the American Hand Therapy Foundation (AHTF) have joined forces to launch the Hand in Hand Research Grant- a proof-of-concept initiative designed to close the gap between research and real-world practice.
Program Mission
The Hand in Hand Research Grant aims to spark innovative, early-stage research that is deeply rooted in community engagement. This grant is designed to help lay necessary groundwork for future large-scale studies by supporting foundational work that advances real-world impact in hand and upper extremity therapy.
This grant seeks to catalyze partnerships among researchers, clinicians, and community stakeholders, fostering collaboration at every stage of the research process. By prioritizing research that is grounded in the lived experiences and practical realities of diverse communities, this initiative aims to ensure that findings are not only evidence-informed but also actionable in everyday practice settings.
Grant Details
Grant Amount: $50,000
Duration: 1 year
Priority areas for research include, but are not limited to:
Our mission
Advancing the Glades area community and beyond through improving access to education and fostering enrichment initiatives.
The Foundation supports those willing to build a better future for themselves and their community through hard work, academic excellence, and a commitment to sharing success with others.
Hand Foundation's Student Grant Program
Through The Hand Foundation's Student Grant Program, we provide scholarship grants to full-time aspiring students attending or preparing to attend an accredited college, university, or trade school. In evaluating candidates, the Foundation considers financial need and merit as part of a holistic review of each applicant.
Grant assistance is considered for up to 4 years (max. 8 semesters). Funding goes towards core costs of tuition, books, and fees +. The awarded grant amount varies depending on financial need, merit, school attending, among other factors. The Foundation funds fall and spring semesters only.
Prospective students shall complete a Letter of Interest prior to submitting an application (which can be started here on the site via submit). The letter should include two elements - first, a personal bio with high school history (achievements, activities, skills, interests, etc.) and second, college objectives and goals (institution planning to attend, area of focus, projected start and end date, career goals). The student candidate will provide their contact information - mailing address, phone number, email.
The Foundation will review the letter based on merit and budget, then, will send an application to the student candidate to complete.
Our mission
Advancing the Glades area community and beyond through improving access to education and fostering enrichment initiatives.
The Foundation supports those willing to build a better future for themselves and their community through hard work, academic excellence, and a commitment to sharing success with others.
Hand Foundation's Organization Grant Program
Through The Hand Foundation’s Organizational Grant Program, we provide grants to professionally managed and sustainable nonprofit organizations with financial need to amplify a purpose or mission. Grants are considered for charitable and impactful programming as well as capital endeavors that assist in supporting a nonprofit organization’s core mission.
Emerging Program and Capital Grants support high-impact, sustainable, and responsive nonprofit organizations in delivering their core missions through thoughtful and time-bound projects. These grants help address an immediate need that is critical to the organization’s work. Grant amounts are up to $100,000, most often paid over one year.
Transformational Capital Grants provide major funding for nonprofit organizations to permanently and profoundly improve their mission delivery by supporting the development of physical spaces and/or assets that create a meaningful difference in enhancing the ability to provide high-quality, impactful programs and services to those served. Grant amounts are over $100,000, often payable over multiple years.
Organizations that have not been previously funded by the Foundation are encouraged to apply for Emerging Program and Capital Grants to familiarize the Foundation with its work before submitting an application and proposal for a Transformational Capital Grant.
Grant requests are highly competitive. The most compelling proposals will demonstrate a complete analysis that validates the program or project's impact, need, and viability.
Iowa Economic Development Authority
Mission
Strengthen economic and community vitality by building partnerships and leveraging resources to make Iowa the choice for people and business. Through two main divisions – business development and community development – IEDA administers several state and federal programs to meet its goals of assisting individuals, communities and businesses. IEDA works to achieve its mission and goals to benefit Iowans while maintaining a high level of transparency.
Artist Professional Development Grant
The Artist Professional Development Grant provides support to Iowa’s artists to undertake activities that advance their artistic practices and elevate the creative industry in Iowa. The program supports learning, mentorship, and business development opportunities to enable artists of all disciplines to catalyze momentum in their artistic practices and increase their professional skills and capacity.
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What's the typical amount funded for Virginia?
Grants are most commonly $113,117.
What's the total number of grants in Grayson County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?
In 2024, funders in Virginia awarded a total of 69,694 grants.
Among all the Grayson County Grants for Nonprofits 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
How is funding for Grayson County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?
Funding has increased by 9.79%.
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 |