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Community Foundation Support for Lancaster County Programs

The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond
Private
Lancaster County, Virginia, Middlesex County, Virginia +1 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving Lancaster County, Virginia can seek funding for community programs that enhance arts and culture, education, health, environment, and economic stability. The Community Foundation for a Greater Richmond’s River Counties Community Foundation awards annual competitive Community Impact Grants to local nonprofits and agencies in Lancaster, Middlesex, and Northumberland counties pursuing these priority outcomes.
Art & Culture Economic Services & Development Community / Public Safety +5 more

Chesapeake Bay Trust Grants for Lancaster County Green Infrastructure

Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Pennsylvania +207 more
Up to US $175,000
Nonprofits and local governments planning green infrastructure, community greening, or urban tree canopy projects in Lancaster County, Virginia can seek funding to design or implement stormwater and greening solutions. Chesapeake Bay Trust’s Green Streets, Green Jobs, Green Towns program offers up to US $175,000 for projects within the Chesapeake Bay watershed portions of eligible states.
Freshwater Conservation Green Infrastructure Greening & Beautification

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Grants for Lancaster County Conservation

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Pennsylvania +164 more
Up to US $2,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation provides Lancaster County, Virginia environmental and conservation organizations with funding to reduce nutrient and sediment pollution impacting the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Eligible projects focus on habitat and ecosystem restoration, freshwater conservation, and water resource management, with awards up to US $2,000,000 for innovative, results-driven initiatives.
Water Resource Management Freshwater Conservation Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration

Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Grants for Researchers

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Albemarle County, Virginia +119 more
Unspecified amount
Academic researchers and doctoral candidates studying Virginia or American history can receive short-term funding to conduct research in Lancaster County, Virginia. With a mission to support humanities and social science scholarship, Andrew W. Mellon Foundation provides fellowships for one- to two-week visits focused on topics like political, Black, gender, LGBTQ+, economic, and cultural history using the host library’s collections.
Political Science Governance & Democracy Religious / Theological Education +9 more

Bay Restoration Funding from Commonwealth of Virginia

Commonwealth of Virginia: Division of Legislative Services
State/Local Government
Accomack County, Virginia, Albemarle County, Virginia +91 more
Up to US $15,000
Nonprofit organizations, local governments, and state agencies in Lancaster County, Virginia can access funding through the Chesapeake Bay Restoration Fund for environmental education and Bay conservation projects. Administered by the Commonwealth of Virginia Division of Legislative Services, these grants support nutrient reduction, water quality protection, habitat restoration, and public engagement in Chesapeake Bay stewardship, with awards up to US $15,000.
Freshwater Conservation Water Resource Management Fisheries +2 more

Virginia Criminal Justice Services Support for Violence Prevention

Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
State/Local Government
Accomack County, Virginia, Alexandria City, Virginia +56 more
US $25,000 - US $200,000
Nonprofits and justice system partners in Lancaster County, Virginia working on violent crime, gun violence, gangs, or reentry can seek funding for prevention, intervention, investigation, or firearms analysis projects. Grants from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services help Eastern District of Virginia communities collaborate with law enforcement and service providers to reduce firearm and gang violence. Awards range from US $25,000 - US $200,000.
Violence Prevention Crime & Justice Gun Violence Prevention +1 more

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Grants for Lancaster County Watersheds

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Adams County, Pennsylvania +164 more
US $150,000 - US $1,000,000
Nonprofits and community-based organizations working on habitat and water-quality projects in Lancaster County, Virginia can seek US $150,000 - US $1,000,000 to plan or implement Chesapeake Bay watershed improvements. With a mission to restore water quality and habitats, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation provides funding for on-the-ground projects and technical assistance within the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Freshwater Conservation Water Resource Management Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration

Nestlé Purina Grants for Animal Welfare

Nestlé Purina
Corporate
Adams County, Colorado, Adams County, Pennsylvania +361 more
Unspecified amount
501(c)(3) pet welfare organizations in Lancaster County, Virginia can apply for Nestlé Purina’s animal welfare grants to support capacity building, capital improvements, and program or spay/neuter funding. Eligible groups must be U.S.-based pet welfare nonprofits, with preference for those near Purina facilities, including listed counties in Virginia.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

Lancaster County Security Funding via Virginia Department

Virginia Department of Emergency Management
State/Local Government
Accomack County, Virginia, Albemarle County, Virginia +103 more
Up to US $200,000
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Lancaster County at high risk of terrorist attack can apply for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program – State awards up to US $200,000 for physical security and preparedness activities. Administered by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, funds support planning, equipment, cybersecurity, training, and other target-hardening measures outside designated urban areas.
Domestic / Homeland Security Disaster Preparedness Cybersecurity +1 more

Pet Event Sponsorship from Nestlé Purina

Nestlé Purina
Corporate
Adams County, Colorado, Adams County, Pennsylvania +361 more
Unspecified amount
U.S. 501(c)(3) pet welfare organizations hosting cat and dog welfare events can apply for Nestlé Purina’s event sponsorship, requesting monetary support, pet food, litter samples, or giveaway items. Eligible events in Lancaster County, Virginia may qualify if they occur within 50 miles of a Purina manufacturing location and meet the six-month lead time.
Animal Welfare - Domestic Animals & Pets

Byrd Prillerman High School Memorial Scholarship

Beckley Area Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Byrd Prillerman High School Memorial Scholarship, managed by the Beckley Area Foundation, provides need-based support to Raleigh County students residing in the former Main Gulf area. Preference is given to descendants of past students or teachers of Byrd Prillerman School. This scholarship aims to empower local students in their pursuit of higher education, fostering community growth and educational achievement.
Education - Higher Education Education - High School Academic Scholarship Programs +1 more

CRST Wicozani Wiwokiaye Oyate Scholarship for Nursing

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

CRST Wicozani Wiwokiaye Oyate Scholarship for Nursing

To provide financial support to Native American students pursuing a registered nursing degree.

For a Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe (CRST) member aiming to earn a nursing degree, if there are no eligible CRST candidates, the scholarship will be accessible to another tribal member. Proof of tribal enrollment is required for both applicants. This scholarship is available to students in their second through fifth years who have sustained a GPA of 2.0 or above. When applying for this scholarship, articulate how your nursing education will contribute to enhancing the health outcomes of Native American communities.

(Pronunciation is: Wee-Cho-Zan-Ee, Wee-Woke-Ee-Eye-Aye, Oh-Yah-Tay. Which is Lakota for "Health Helpers Society")

Education - Higher Education Nursing Indigenous Services

Community Lutheran Church - Hill City Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Community Lutheran Church - Hill City Scholarship

The scholarship is available to graduating seniors and home-schooled, non-traditional, and currently enrolled students from Community Lutheran Church in Hill City, SD. Additionally, please reflect on what the mission statement of Community Lutheran Church means to you.

To provide financial support to students from Community Lutheran Church in Hill City, SD.

Education - Higher Education Lutheranism

Allied Arts Fund

Renton Regional Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $500 - US $1,000

Allied Arts Fund

These awards help talented young students further their training in their artistic field. Students must live within the boundaries of the Greater Renton Area or have a Renton address and are between the ages of 12-19. The categories under which a student may apply are all areas of visual or performing arts. Awards may be used for tuition, school fees or academic expenses such as music, lessons, books, painting supplies, etc.

Awards

  • $500 - $1000
Performing Arts Visual Arts Education - Higher Education

Osborn Consulting Scholarship

Renton Regional Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $5,000 - US $10,000

Osborn scholarship

The Osborn scholarship is for BIPOC students with demonstrated financial need, who are enrolled in or planning to pursue an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in landscape architecture or civil engineering. Priority will be given to students with a demonstrated a commitment to developing public infrastructure and/or public places in the State of Washington. The intention of the scholarship is to create opportunities for those who have faced historic barriers to access to these professions in the United States. The scholarship founders believe that the design challenges of the 21st century require diverse voices to solve. They look forward to the stronger design solutions to which future scholarship recipients will contribute. Scholarship applicants must demonstrate the grit, resiliency and aptitude that is necessary for success in these professions. This may be demonstrated by any combination of at least two of the following characteristics: overcame a significant personal challenge to maintain at least a B average at school, honor roll grade point average, demonstrated ability to juggle multiple responsibilities, demonstrated service contributions to their community.

Awards

  • $5,000 - $10,000
Education - Higher Education Indigenous Services Landscape Architecture +1 more

Wayne Hawkins Memorial Scholarship

Central Alabama Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Wayne Hawkins Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship benefits students who are children of employed or independent, exclusive sales representatives or insurance agents of Alfa Mutual Insurance Company or its insurance affiliates or subsidiaries. Awarding is based on academic achievement.

Application Requirements:

  • High School Transcript
Education - Higher Education

Wyndall Ivey Scholarship

Central Alabama Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $500

Wyndall Ivey Scholarship

The scholarship has been established in memory of Attorney Wyndall Ivey, a 1992 graduate of Sidney Lanier High School (Lanier Academic Motivational Program), the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and Washington and Lee University School of Law. Eligible applicants must have a minimum 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale and plan to attend an accredited two-year or four-year college or university. Two $500 scholarships will be awarded.

Application Requirements:

  • High School Transcript, Essay and References
Education - Higher Education

The Tom Woodward Memorial Visual Arts Scholarship

Central Alabama Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

The Tom Woodward Memorial Visual Arts Scholarship

The Tom Woodward Memorial Visual Arts Scholarship benefits students pursuing postgraduate studies at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university, or trade school. Art is not a required major for eligible applicants. This scholarship is renewable.

Application Requirements:

  • High School Transcript, Essay, 3 Pieces of Artwork and References.
Education - Higher Education Visual Arts

RoseLoe-Dix Endowed Scholarship Fund

Austin Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $12,000

RoseLoe-Dix Endowed Scholarship Fund

Attending four-year university, two-year college or trade school in the upcoming semester, majoring in Business, Sciences, Computers, Christian Religion, Literature, Pre-med, Medical Field, or Engineering.

Awards

  • (2) $12,000.00
Engineering Writing & Literature Education - Higher Education +4 more

Eleanor & James Latta Jr. Scholarship Fund

Chester County Community Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $6,000

Eleanor & James Latta Jr. Scholarship Fund

Mission Statement

In the spirit of the A. Duie Pyle company focus on supporting people in as many ways as possible, the Latta Scholarship goal is to assist the children or stepchildren of A. Duie Pyle employees to enter into or continue attending an accredited college or technical school. Applicants must be children or stepchildren of A. Duie Pyle employees, should be able to demonstrate academic success, community and/or school contribution and a solid-grasp of future professional plans.

If you are an A. Duie Pyle employee and would like your child to apply for the Latta Scholarship, full details and an application can be accessed here. For any additional questions you can reach out to pylemarketing@aduiepyle.com. or grants@chescocf.org

Background

The Eleanor & James Latta Jr. Scholarship Fund was established through donations from A. Duie Pyle, Inc. and from private donors for the benefit of children of employees of A. Duie Pyle. The fund is administered through the Chester County Community Foundation, and award winners are selected by the fund's scholarship committee, none of whom work at A. Duie Pyle.

Eleanor Pyle was Duie Pyle's daughter, and in 1942 she married James Latta, Jr. At the time, Mr. Latta was serving his country in the U.S. Army. Shortly after the wedding, Mr. Latta shipped out and served in the China-Burma-India Theater, and did not return home until April of 1945. Beginning in 1946, Jim Latta worked alongside Duie Pyle as the company continued to grow.

As Mr. Pyle's health declined in the early 1960's, Mr. Latta assumed the decision making for the future of the company. Mr. Latta led Pyle through rapid expansion, diversification, and a Teamster strike, and Pyle's resulting decertification. Throughout his leadership, Eleanor, his wife of 52 years, was by his side and involved in the company's activities. As Mr. Latta's health problems began to compound during 1985, much of the responsibility for the day to day decision making was transferred to Mr. and Mrs. Latta's three sons: Jimmy, Duie, and Peter. Mr. Latta remained a guiding force for his sons until his passing on June 16, 1995. Mrs. Latta continued as the matriarch of the company for many more years, until her passing on September 29, 2011.

The company experienced tremendous growth and solidified its identity as an outstanding place to work under the leadership of Eleanor and James Latta, Jr. They were always big proponents of education, and this scholarship fund is in memory of their tremendous contribution, and for the benefit of the employees of A. Duie Pyle, who they both so dearly respected and valued.

In 2013, shortly before his retirement, Pyle's President, Steve O'Kane, started the Eleanor & James Latta Jr. Scholarship Fund for the benefit of children of employees of A. Duie Pyle, in memory of Eleanor & James Latta Jr.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Volunteerism & Philanthropy

East End Neighborhood Association Scholarship Fund

Chester County Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

East End Neighborhood Association Scholarship Fund

Mission Statement

The sole purpose of this fund shall be to support agencies and other charitable causes as recommended by the Fund Advisors and approved by the Board of the Community Foundation.

Education - Higher Education Educational Access & Equity

Perry & Doreen Evans Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $5,000

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Perry & Doreen Evans Scholarship

To provide financial support to graduates of South Dakota high schools with preference to high schools within Clark and Codington counties.

The Perry & Doreen Evans Scholarship has been established to provide financial assistance to students pursuing post-secondary education. First preference will be given to students residing in Clark County, with secondary preference given to students residing in Codington County.

Four $5,000 renewable scholarships for a maximum of four years to students attending a college or university. Student must maintain and provide proof of a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) and enrolled as a full-time student.

Four $2,500 renewable scholarships for a maximum of two years to students attending a technical college. Student must maintain and provide proof of a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA (based on 4.0 scale) and enrolled as a full-time student. 

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Quint Family Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Quint Family Scholarship

To provide financial support to high school graduates pursuing a degree in the medical field.

The Quint Family Scholarship was created to commemorate and honor the legacy of the four daughters of Anton & Bertha Quint. Each of these sisters graduated with a 3-year Registered Nurse (RN) diploma from the Dominican School of Nursing in Great Bend, Kansas—Dolores in 1952, Julia in 1956, Alverna in 1961, and Carol in 1963. Collectively, they accumulated 150 years of experience in the healthcare industry.

This need-based scholarship is designed to support high school graduates from the Black Hills region who are pursuing further education in healthcare. The scholarship's founder, Alverna Quint Kopsky, has lived in the Black Hills since 1971, spending much of her career with the Department of Veterans Affairs and providing care to veterans.

This is a two-year scholarship.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Medical Education & Professional Training

Read-Veflin American Legion Post 180 Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Read-Veflin American Legion Post 180 Scholarship

To provide financial support to high school graduates with first preference to students who are residents of the original New Effington, SD school district.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Ruth D. Frick Ames Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Ruth D. Frick Ames Scholarship, established by Robert Ames to honor his wife, supports students pursuing a nursing degree. Managed by the South Dakota Community Foundation, this scholarship aims to ease the financial burden for those aged 18-32 with a GPA of 2.9 or higher. Applicants should demonstrate financial need, strong academic performance, and community involvement. This initiative reflects Ruth's legacy of compassion, service, and commitment to helping others in the nursing field.
Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Nursing

Allen P. and Josephine B. Green Foundation, Inc. Scholarship Program

Greater Kansas City Community Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $7,500

Our Mission

The Community Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Greater Kansas City by increasing charitable giving, educating and connecting donors to community needs they care about, and leading on critical community issues.

Scholarships

We offer hundreds of different scholarships for students in and around Kansas City.

Allen P. and Josephine B. Green Foundation, Inc. Scholarship Program

Scholarships are available for students who graduate from Mexico High School and who plan to attend an accredited college or university in the United States.

The Traditional scholarship will be $7,500.00 per year payable in the amount of $3,750.00 per semester for students who plan to attend an accredited college or university. The scholarship is renewable for a total of four years. Summer school sessions will not be considered as a semester. In the event the recipient attends a college that is based on the trimester system the scholarship will be in the amount of $2,500.00 per trimester

Subject to the other rules of the scholarship program, once a recipient receives a scholarship, the recipient may continue to receive the scholarship if the student maintains a first year grade point average of 2.5 or better, a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better, and is a full time student.

The scholarship award will be paid directly to the college, university or technical school to be applied toward the recipient’s tuition, books, educational fees, and on campus resident costs.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

Regional Core Centers Grant

Hemophilia Alliance Foundation
Private
United States
US $8,000 - US $10,000

Regional Core Centers Grant

The goal of this grant is to enable eligible organizations to build capacity in order to achieve their mission, and to support direct consumer financial assistance programs in eligible organizations. The ceiling for local patient organizations and hemophilia treatment and sickle cell centers is $8,000; the ceiling for national organizations and the eight HHS-designated federally designated and funded regional core coordinating centers is $10,000. 

Types of Grants Considered

Three types of grants will be considered:

  • Project Grants that strengthen the organization’s ability to better serve its constituents
  • Patient Financial Assistance Grants
  • Project Grants for supplemental funding of the HHS-Designated Federally-Funded Regional Core Coordinating Centers’ annual meetings
Hematological Systems

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Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Virginia

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 Lancaster County Grants for Nonprofits 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 Lancaster 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

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Lancaster County Grants for Nonprofits 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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