Capacity-Building Grants for Grassroots Groups from Appalachian Community Fund
Grassroots, community-led 501(c)(3) organizations in Central Appalachian Virginia and neighboring states can receive technical assistance funding to build capacity for social, economic, racial, and environmental justice work. Appalachian Community Fund supports training in leadership, fundraising, planning, financial management, legal issues, and community organizing that strengthens long-term environmental justice and broader social change efforts.
Appalachian Community Fund
Children and Health Funding from Costco Foundation
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding through Costco Foundation for monetary program support in communities where Costco operates. Organizations working on environmental justice alongside these priorities may be eligible if they meet the focus and outcome, collaboration, and budget criteria reviewed within 4–6 weeks.
Costco Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Youth Grants in Virginia
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can apply for up to US $15,000 to run child-focused and environmental responsibility programs, including in Virginia. With a mission to enrich children’s lives, Dan Paul Foundation provides funding for initiatives like early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, and clean air and water education, which may benefit environmental justice efforts.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Virginia Social Impact Funding via Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits tackling major social or environmental challenges in Virginia can access funding via Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, which supports scalable solutions for underserved communities. Eligible organizations are post-pilot, under 10 years old, and aiming to reach at least 10,000 people; awards up to US $300,000 over three years include intensive capacity-building support.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Environmental Justice Grants for Nonprofits from Block Foundation
Nonprofit, tax-exempt organizations focused on environmental justice, environmental education, or food and farm initiatives can apply for grants up to Up to US $35,000 to foster just and sustainable communities, including in Virginia. Grants from Harris and Frances Block Foundation help small grassroots groups advance environmental justice and food justice through community-based programs.
Harris and Frances Block Foundation
Virginia Arts and Culture Funding via Hearst Foundation
Arts and culture nonprofits in Virginia can seek funding for impactful cultural programs, capital projects, or limited general support that engage broad audiences. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help U.S. organizations with budgets over $2 million, especially museums, performing arts institutions, and STEAM-focused programs that demonstrate strong, sustainable results.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
LGBTQ Organizing Grants for Nonprofits from Appalachian Community Fund
Virginia LGBTQ and social justice nonprofits can access funding through Appalachian Community Fund to build capacity, strengthen organizing, and support organizational development in Central Appalachian communities. 501(c)(3) organizations or fiscally sponsored groups working on systemic change, especially new or youth-focused LGBTQ efforts, may be eligible for up to US $2,000 to advance community-led justice initiatives.
Appalachian Community Fund
La Roche Support for Environmental Programs
Environmental and community-focused charities in Virginia can seek philanthropic support for humanitarian, science education, community development, and contemporary arts projects. Grants from La Roche help accredited charities worldwide deliver sustainable development initiatives, disaster response, youth STEM education, and cultural programming, which may include work benefiting communities facing environmental burdens and inequities.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Virginia
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations supporting health, education, or disaster relief for marginalized communities in Virginia and worldwide can apply for grants from the Semnani Family Foundation. With a mission to uplift vulnerable populations, Semnani Family Foundation provides funding that may benefit environmental justice efforts intersecting with health access, social services, or community resilience work.
Semnani Family Foundation
Southern Partners Fund Justice Grants in Virginia
Rural, grassroots community groups in Virginia working on social, economic, environmental justice, education reform, immigration rights, or voter engagement can access funding through the Southern Partners Fund’s Discretionary Fund, with awards up to US $3,500. Grants may support community organizing, capacity-building technical assistance, or travel for conferences and civic engagement activities.
Southern Partners Fund
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, housing, jobs, hunger, or related environmental and cultural initiatives can seek sponsorship support to advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides U.S. regional sponsorships that may benefit environmental justice and advocacy efforts connected to preserving neighborhoods, the environment, and diversity and inclusion.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Virginia Social Services Funding via Gupta Family
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for US $5,000 - US $250,000 to support social and human services, poverty alleviation, disability services, or disaster relief, including work in Virginia. With a mission to expand opportunity, Gupta Family Foundation provides smaller organizations with annual or multi-year support that may benefit environmental justice efforts.
Gupta Family Foundation
The Impact Fund Support for Environmental Justice
Full proposal due Aug 6, 2026
Legal services nonprofits, solo practitioners, and small law firms pursuing impact litigation for environmental, economic, racial, or social justice in Virginia and nationwide can receive US $10,000 - US $50,000 in recoverable funding for case expenses. The Impact Fund provides support for out-of-pocket litigation costs like experts and discovery in class actions and other systemic cases.
The Impact Fund
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Water Monitoring Grants for Virginia
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
Water quality monitoring groups and individuals in Virginia can receive up to US $11,000 to support citizen water monitoring, including equipment, volunteer training, lab analysis, and outreach. Virginia Department of Environmental Quality supports water resource management and citizen science projects that generate usable data, educate communities, and can benefit environmental justice efforts.
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ)
Environmental Justice Funding from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25% can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 for environmental justice and advocacy, sustainability, and related causes in Virginia and beyond. Hansen Family Foundation supports projects advancing life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, including environmental, humanitarian, youth, and educational initiatives worldwide.
Hansen Family Foundation
Robinson Foundation Environmental Conservation Grants in Virginia
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Virginia 501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years can seek single-year funding for environmental conservation, nature and wildlife, or related humanitarian programs through the Robinson Foundation. The family-operated funder supports Southern-region charities whose projects show tangible, meaningful impact, including work that may advance environmental justice for vulnerable communities.
Robinson Foundation
Environmental and Community Funding from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on environmental conservation, community services, or peacebuilding in Virginia can seek support for their programs and initiatives. Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible funding that may benefit groups advancing environmental justice and advocacy as part of their broader mission, including work with impacted communities and ecosystems.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Virginia nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities near a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment initiatives. Virginia community organizations working on environmental justice or advocacy may be eligible if their projects align with Georgia-Pacific Foundation’s focus areas and serve communities within 30 miles of a GP facility.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Virginia Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports organizations serving vulnerable children and families, and Virginia groups advancing environmental justice alongside these priorities may be eligible.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from Cafritz Foundation
Applications due Nov 2, 2026
IRS-registered 501(c)(3) public charities serving residents of Arlington, Fairfax, Alexandria, or Falls Church in Virginia can apply for Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation grants of US $10,000 - US $250,000 to support community services, education, health, arts, and environmental programs. Virginia organizations advancing environmental justice and advocacy within these localities may be eligible.
Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
Virginia Environmental Programs Funding via Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Virginia seeking US $1,000 - US $20,000 for environmental or community programs may be eligible for support from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation. The foundation funds environmental and wildlife protection activities, as well as museums, education, health facilities, and community-based services that can benefit local environmental justice efforts.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs and Community Grants from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants, including organizations in Virginia. Funding supports hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, financial literacy, employment and job readiness, and community development, which may benefit environmental justice efforts that also advance economic stability and neighborhood revitalization.
Ameriprise Financial
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Virginia 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving economic stability, health, workforce readiness, or disaster relief can access funding through O'Reilly Automotive Foundation for project, general operating, or capital support. U.S.-based community organizations serving underserved people, including those integrating environmental justice with poverty, health, or housing issues, may be eligible if they operate where O’Reilly Auto Parts has a presence and meet non-discrimination requirements.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
J.M. Kaplan Fund Support for Environmental Innovation
Pre proposal due Apr 25, 2027
Nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations with early-stage projects in environment, heritage conservation, or social justice can receive up to US $175,000 in flexible, three-year support. Focused on catalytic, high-impact ideas, the J.M. Kaplan Fund invites innovators nationwide, including Virginia-based environmental justice efforts, to propose game-changing pilots or prototypes addressing clearly defined needs.
The Jm Kaplan Fund Inc
Grassroots Justice Funding for Rural Nonprofits via Southern Partners Fund
Applications due May 6, 2027
Rural, community-based 501(c)(3) organizations using grassroots organizing in Virginia and other Southeastern states can seek general or project support through the Hubert E. Sapp Regular Grant Cycle. Focused on social, economic, and environmental justice, Southern Partners Fund backs efforts that build local leadership and power, which may include environmental justice and advocacy work.
Southern Partners Fund
Mutual of America Support for Community Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Virginia working through strong cross-sector partnerships to address social issues may be eligible for recognition and support through the Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide program honors exemplary collaborations that improve communities, demonstrate measurable impact, and offer models that can be replicated, including efforts tied to environmental justice and advocacy.
Mutual Of America Foundation