Security Grants for Virginia Nonprofits from VDEM
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
State/Local Government
Amelia County, Virginia, Charles City County, Virginia +26 more
Up to US $200,000
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits at high risk of terrorist or extremist attack in designated urban areas, including Norfolk, Virginia, can apply for Virginia Department of Emergency Management’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program, with awards up to US $200,000 for physical security and preparedness. Funding supports planning, equipment, cybersecurity, training, and other target-hardening activities.
Domestic / Homeland Security
Disaster Preparedness
Cybersecurity
+1 more
Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic Extension's Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants aim to empower the church to broaden its outreach and foster societal transformation through targeted pastoral and social initiatives. This program supports specific elements of the church's ministerial efforts, including funding for catechetical resources, marriage and family ministries, and social outreach for vulnerable populations. By investing in these areas, Catholic Extension seeks to enhance the church's role in communities, especially following disasters.
Catholicism
Family Services
Homelessness Services
+3 more
Hampton Roads Community Foundation Mental Health Grants
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Private
Chesapeake City, Virginia, Norfolk City, Virginia +3 more
US $2,500 - US $25,000
501(c)(3) public charity nonprofits providing non-clinical mental health programs in Norfolk, Virginia and other South Hampton Roads cities can apply for Hampton Roads Community Foundation’s Community Leadership Partners grants, awarding US $2,500 - US $25,000 for impactful services. Eligible programs include early intervention, suicide prevention, peer support, and community-based mental health initiatives.
Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases
Catholic Extension Support for Catholic Education
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Norfolk, Virginia Catholic school educators and diocesan leaders can access funding through Catholic Extension to develop promising K–12 administrators. This one-year virtual certificate in Catholic school administration emphasizes mission effectiveness, operational management, and instructional leadership, with tuition and travel support for participants nominated by their principal and approved by the diocesan superintendent.
Education - K through 12
Catholicism
Religious / Theological Education
Catholic Extension Support for Catholic Dioceses
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Mission Catholic dioceses in Norfolk, Virginia and other approved areas can apply for Catholic Extension’s Francis Grants to fund major diocesan events and bishop education. These grants support occasions like a new bishop’s ordination, significant anniversaries, papal visits, or a bishop’s continued personal formation in Catholicism.
Catholicism
Brinker International Charitable Giving Program
Brinker International
Corporate
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Ada County, Idaho +620 more
Unspecified amount
The Brinker International Charitable Giving Program focuses on giving back to communities through support for kids, hunger, and education. Organizations eligible for funding must be 501c(3) non-profits and submit requests at least six weeks prior to events. The program does not support individuals, political or religious organizations, or explicit discrimination policies. Funding is provided through monetary donations or in-kind contributions like dining certificates.
Food Access & Hunger
Youth Services
Children’s Health & Pediatrics
+5 more
Blocker Foundation Grant
The Blocker Foundation
Private
Camden County, North Carolina, Chesapeake City, Virginia +17 more
Unspecified amount
The Blocker Foundation Grant aims to empower the Hampton Roads community by providing support for nonprofit organizations. With a focus on wholesome nourishment, safe shelter, educational and economic opportunities, the Foundation seeks to create impactful solutions to community challenges. Organizations eligible for funding must be tax-exempt and serve the Hampton Roads Metropolitan Service Area, which includes various cities and counties in Virginia and North Carolina.
Education
Basic Human Needs
Food Access & Hunger
+9 more
Norfolk Hunger and Heroes Funding via SpartanNash Foundation
SpartanNash Foundation
Corporate
Adams County, Nebraska, Alexandria City, Virginia +298 more
Unspecified amount
Norfolk, Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing hunger, homelessness, or military and veterans services can seek project support through the SpartanNash Foundation. With a mission to uplift communities through its Hunger, Heroes and Hope focus areas, SpartanNash Foundation provides funding to organizations within 30 miles of its nearby retail or corporate locations.
Food Access & Hunger
Homelessness Services
Military & Veterans Services
Blocker Foundation: Discretionary Grant
The Blocker Foundation
Private
Camden County, North Carolina, Chesapeake City, Virginia +17 more
Up to US $25,000
The Blocker Foundation offers Discretionary Grants to empower the Hampton Roads community by funding organizations that tackle immediate needs. Grants up to $25,000 support projects focused on wholesome nourishment, safe shelter, educational opportunities, and economic growth. Eligible nonprofits must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt and serve specified areas within the Hampton Roads Metropolitan Service Area. These grants aim to create impactful, sustainable solutions while fostering collaboration among diverse community partners.
Education
Basic Human Needs
Food Access & Hunger
+9 more
Bank Of America Support for Economic Mobility
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Private
Ada County, Idaho, Aiken County, South Carolina +219 more
Unspecified amount
Norfolk, Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on economic mobility or affordable housing can access funding through Bank Of America Charitable Foundation’s Neighborhood Builders Program to build organizational capacity. Eligible organizations must operate in designated markets, meet revenue thresholds, and commit their CEO and an emerging leader to a two-year leadership development program.
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
Job Creation
Entrepreneurship
+12 more
Norfolk Community Services Funding via Southeast Virginia Community Foundation
Southeast Virginia Community Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Chesapeake City, Virginia +17 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and eligible government entities serving Norfolk, Virginia and Southeast Virginia can seek grants for community services projects that address pressing needs and improve quality of life. Southeast Virginia Community Foundation prioritizes innovative, cost-effective efforts with strong track records, broad community reach, collaboration among agencies, and potential to leverage matching or additional funding.
Community Services
Community Grants - Seed & Program Funding: Health & Wellness
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Chesapeake City, Virginia +7 more
Unspecified amount
The Hampton Roads Community Foundation offers Community Grants for Seed & Program Funding in Health & Wellness to enhance the wellbeing of southeastern Virginia residents. These grants support nonprofits focused on improving access to health services, promoting healthy behaviors, and addressing health disparities. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) organizations serving the South Hampton Roads area, with priority given to programs that enhance health literacy and connect individuals to essential care.
Health Care Access & Delivery
Community Health Education
Addiction & Substance Use Disorders
+3 more
Hampton Roads Community Foundation: Community Grants - Vibrant Places
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Chesapeake City, Virginia +6 more
Unspecified amount
The Hampton Roads Community Foundation offers Vibrant Places grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofits in South Hampton Roads, Virginia. This initiative supports transformative projects in health, environmental stewardship, education, culture, and economic stability. The foundation encourages applications that incorporate green building practices to enhance sustainability and reduce operational costs for local nonprofits. Grants may not exceed 5% of a $1 million campaign goal, and organizations receiving funding must meet specific eligibility criteria.
Health & Medicine
Economic Services & Development
Community Culture & Heritage
+4 more
Special Interest Grants: Developmental Disabilities - Laura Turner Fund and the Jennifer Lynn Gray Fund
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Chesapeake City, Virginia +7 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
The Hampton Roads Community Foundation offers the Special Interest Grants: Developmental Disabilities through two funds—the Jennifer Lynn Gray Fund and the Laura Turner Fund. These grants support organizations that enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities. The Gray Fund provides $5,000 to $10,000 for training programs for those with intellectual disabilities, while the Turner Fund offers $1,000 to $2,000 specifically for services to adults with cerebral palsy, promoting better living conditions in southeastern Virginia.
Disability Care & Services
Special Needs Education
Cerebral Palsy
+1 more
Special Interest Grants: The Nightingale Fund Grant
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Chesapeake City, Virginia +7 more
Up to US $500
The Nightingale Fund Grant supports faith communities in creating handmade greeting cards for senior citizens in nursing homes and housebound individuals. Grants typically cover craft supply costs for one year. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in South Hampton Roads, while ineligible projects include fundraising events or capital campaigns. Applications are reviewed as received, ensuring timely assistance for those aiming to foster caring connections through this outreach.
Nursing
Special Interest Grants: Horticultural Education - Julian Haden Gary and Margaret Savage Gary Fund
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Chesapeake City, Virginia +7 more
US $5,000 - US $20,000
The Hampton Roads Community Foundation offers the Julian Haden Gary and Margaret Savage Gary Fund to support organizations promoting horticulture education in southeastern Virginia. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving South Hampton Roads, with a preference for the Fred Heutte Center, Norfolk Botanical Garden, and the Virginia Zoo. Organizations that have received funding within the past three years for the same type of grant are ineligible, along with several other specified categories.
Horticulture & Gardening
Special Interest Grants: Mental Health Research - Benjamin R. Brown and Charles G. Brown Funds
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Chesapeake City, Virginia +7 more
US $10,000 - US $20,000
The Hampton Roads Community Foundation offers the Benjamin R. Brown and Charles G. Brown Funds to support mental health research organizations. This initiative aims to improve the quality of life for residents in South Hampton Roads, Virginia. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving this region. However, organizations that have received funding within the last three years or do not meet specific criteria are ineligible. The foundation seeks to inspire philanthropy and advance mental health initiatives.
Cognitive Science
Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases
Ellis W. Rowe Memorial Scholarship
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Private
Chesapeake City, Virginia, Isle of Wight County, Virginia +4 more
US $400 - US $6,000
The Ellis W. Rowe Memorial Scholarship, managed by the Hampton Roads Community Foundation, supports students from South Hampton Roads pursuing higher education. Established to aid those in financial need, this scholarship has awarded over $20 million since 1950. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, demonstrate financial need, and enroll full-time in a four-year accredited college. Award amounts range from $400 to $6,000, depending on available funds and individual circumstances.
Academic Scholarship Programs
Virginia Natural Gas Military Grants in Norfolk
Virginia Natural Gas
Corporate
Charles City County, Virginia, Chesapeake City, Virginia +17 more
Unspecified amount
Norfolk, Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting military members, veterans, and their families can access funding through Virginia Natural Gas for programs providing transitions support, emergency services, and essential resources. Eligible organizations must serve communities within the company’s Virginia service area and align with its military and veterans focus to be most competitive.
Military & Veterans Services
Environmental Stewardship - Seed & Program Funding
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Chesapeake City, Virginia +7 more
Unspecified amount
The Environmental Stewardship - Seed & Program Funding initiative by the Hampton Roads Community Foundation aims to foster conservation practices among youth in South Hampton Roads. It emphasizes education about local waterways and the effects of sea level rise, encouraging hands-on experiences and action plans for watershed preservation. By equipping students with knowledge and skills, the program seeks to enhance environmental stewardship and ensure a healthier future for the region's natural resources.
Climate Change Resilience & Equity
Marine / Ocean Conservation
Environmental Stewardship
+3 more
Norfolk Leadership and Environment Funding via Luck Companies Foundation
Luck Companies Foundation
Corporate
Albemarle County, Virginia, Caroline County, Virginia +23 more
Unspecified amount
Norfolk, Virginia nonprofits focused on values-based leadership, youth leadership, or environmental stewardship can access funding through Luck Companies Foundation for programs that create long-term positive community impact. Organizations in Norfolk City are considered alongside other eligible counties where the company operates, with preference for projects in the foundation’s primary emphasis areas.
Environmental Stewardship
Civic Leadership Development
Youth Development & Leadership
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
BAE Systems: Community investment Grants
BAE Systems
Corporate
Aiken County, South Carolina, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania +78 more
Unspecified amount
BAE Systems offers community investment grants aimed at enhancing the well-being of military families and supporting future workforce development in STEM fields. As a U.S. subsidiary of a global defense and aerospace leader, they require applicants to be recognized 501(c) organizations. The initiative underscores a commitment to charitable partnerships that uplift local communities and contribute positively to society.
Military Operations
Military & Veterans Services
Education - Preschool / Early Learning
+3 more
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
Basic Needs and Income Creation
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Private
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Ada County, Idaho +198 more
Unspecified amount
The Bank of America Charitable Foundation focuses on improving economic mobility and social progress through partnerships with nonprofits. It prioritizes basic needs, income creation, stable housing, and community empowerment. By supporting vulnerable populations, the foundation aims to enable individuals to achieve their goals and contribute positively to their communities. The foundation emphasizes sustainable progress, ensuring that all community members have access to essential resources and opportunities for growth.
Basic Human Needs
Economic Services & Development
Employment Services
+2 more
Business Consortium for Arts Support Grants
Business Consortium for Arts Support
Private
Chesapeake City, Virginia, Franklin City, Virginia +6 more
Unspecified amount
The Business Consortium for Arts Support Grants aims to strengthen the South Hampton Roads arts community by providing essential funding to local non-profit arts organizations. This initiative highlights the importance of arts in economic development and cultural enrichment, reaching over 1 million audiences annually. With over 30 years of experience, the Consortium collects and distributes donations to support arts projects, ensuring a vibrant cultural landscape in Virginia's diverse communities.
Fine Art
Hampton Roads Community Foundation Support for Black Communities
Hampton Roads Community Foundation
Private
Chesapeake City, Virginia, Franklin City, Virginia +10 more
Approximately US $5,000
Black-serving 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $50,000 in Norfolk, Virginia and nearby localities can receive approximately US $5,000 for programs that strengthen Black-owned businesses, entrepreneurs, and adult financial stability. Hampton Roads Community Foundation’s Visionaries for Change funds mentorship, technical assistance, access to capital, and financial literacy or employment initiatives serving predominantly Black clients.
Black American Services
Entrepreneurship
Financial Literacy