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Environmental Stewardship Funding from North Carolina Department

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
State/Local Government
Alamance County, North Carolina, Appomattox County, Virginia +77 more
US $40,000 - US $80,000
Nonprofits and community groups running environmental engagement or stewardship projects in Salem City, Virginia and the broader Albemarle-Pamlico region can apply for US $40,000 - US $80,000 to boost community stewardship, volunteerism, and environmental literacy. Grants from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality support projects advancing APNEP’s 2025 conservation and management plan priorities.
Environmental Education Freshwater Conservation Water Resource Management +3 more

Salem City 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 at high risk of terrorist or extremist attack, including those in Salem City, can apply for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program-State awards of up to US $200,000 for physical security and preparedness activities. Administered by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, funds support planning, equipment, training, cybersecurity, and other target-hardening measures.
Domestic / Homeland Security Disaster Preparedness Cybersecurity +1 more

Wabtec Direct Grant Program

Wabtec Foundation
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Alamance County, North Carolina +70 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
The Wabtec Direct Grant Program focuses on creating sustainable impacts in local communities by funding 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. Emphasizing education and environmental stewardship, the program supports initiatives that improve literacy, academic outcomes, and workforce readiness. Grants range from $1,000 to $10,000, prioritizing organizations that engage local Wabtec employees in volunteerism. The program promotes equitable access and non-discrimination while ensuring measurable results in funded projects.
All fields of work Literacy Academic Success & Enrichment +10 more

Salem City Community Funding via Corning

Corning Incorporated Community Impact & Investment Philanthropy
Corporate
Alameda County, California, Alexander County, North Carolina +100 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations running education, human services, or cultural programs in Salem City, Virginia and within 20 miles of a Corning business location may be invited to apply for direct cash support. With a mission to strengthen community-based initiatives, Corning Incorporated Community Impact & Investment Philanthropy provides annual grants to eligible 501(c)(3)s through a rolling, invitation-only cycle.
Art & Culture Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid Art Education +10 more

Catholic Extension Church Facility Grants in Salem

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Up to US $100,000
Catholic dioceses and parishes in Extension dioceses, including those serving Salem City, Virginia, can seek up to US $100,000 to build, expand, or renovate churches and related facilities. Grants from Catholic Extension help under-resourced Catholic communities fund active construction, repairs, equipment, and matching-challenge major projects that support vibrant faith and community life.
Catholicism

Catholic Extension Grants for Salem City Catholic Ministries

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Salem City, Virginia Catholic ministries in designated Extension Dioceses can access funding through Catholic Extension to sustain core pastoral leadership and basic parish or diocesan administration. Support covers salary subsidies for ordained, religious, and lay ministers, as well as essential operating costs and other fundamental resources in the most under-resourced communities.
Catholicism

Community Development Grants for Nonprofits from Ferguson

Ferguson
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Accomack County, Virginia +722 more
Unspecified amount
501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Salem City, Virginia focused on affordable housing, community revitalization, skilled trades, or clean water and sanitation can apply for Ferguson’s Ferguson Cares Grant. Eligible groups must be within Ferguson’s geographic footprint and based in the U.S., supporting local economic wellbeing and quality of life.
Equitable & Affordable Housing Community Development & Revitalization Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water +2 more

Catholic Leadership Training Grants via Catholic Extension

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Salem City, Virginia Catholic dioceses and parishes can access funding through Catholic Extension to recruit, educate, and develop ordained and lay church leaders. Support may cover seminarians, deacons, lay and religious leaders, and ongoing formation, but funding is provided only to approved mission dioceses working within designated Extension Dioceses.
Catholicism

Salem City Catholic Youth Funding via Catholic Extension

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic dioceses and parishes serving Salem City, Virginia youth can seek support to create, sustain, or expand ministries for children, teens, young adults, and families. Focused on Catholic faith formation, Catholic Extension invites Extension Dioceses to apply for operational support, salary subsidies, or seed funding for parish, regional, or diocesan youth and young adult programs.
Catholicism

Catholic Capacity Funding from Catholic Extension

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic dioceses in Salem City, Virginia seeking to strengthen fundraising, financial management, or operational efficiency can apply for capacity-building support that enhances long-term sustainability. Catholic Extension supports initiatives like development staffing, fundraising technology, audits, strategic planning, and institutional strengthening of Catholic schools in approved Extension Dioceses, including those covering Salem City.
Catholicism

Catholic Extension Support for Salem Ministries

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic parishes and diocesan ministries in Salem City, Virginia that are part of a designated Extension Diocese can seek funding to expand pastoral and social outreach. Catholic Extension supports catechesis, marriage and family ministries, evangelization media, liturgical life, social outreach to homeless, immigrants, incarcerated people, and minor post-disaster ecclesial recovery.
Catholicism Family Services Homelessness Services +3 more

Community Foundation Support for Salem Elderly

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Craig County, Virginia +4 more
US $14,000 - US $25,000
Nonprofit organizations supporting the broad needs of older adults in Salem City, Virginia and nearby counties can seek US $14,000 - US $25,000 project grants, typically for up to one year. Focused on aging and senior services, Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia invites one LOI per fiscal year from eligible 501(c)(3) organizations.
Senior Services Aging / Gerontology

Community Wellness Grant Cycle

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Craig County, Virginia +7 more
Unspecified amount
The Community Wellness Grant Cycle, managed by the Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia, focuses on supporting programs that address the essential needs of vulnerable populations. It prioritizes initiatives that provide food assistance, affordable housing, homelessness prevention, and essential supplies. Organizations eligible for funding must be located in and serve specific cities and counties in the region, promoting collaborative efforts to enhance community well-being. This initiative aims to create a thriving environment for all community members.
Basic Human Needs Wellness & Healthy Living Food Access & Hunger +2 more

Catholic Extension Support for Catholic Leadership

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic school educators in Extension dioceses, including those serving Salem City, Virginia, can apply for Catholic Extension’s leadership development grant, which covers most tuition plus travel for Loyola Marymount University’s online Certificate in Catholic School Administration. Participants must be nominated by their principal, approved by the diocesan superintendent, and commit to two years of service and a school-based leadership project.
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 Salem City, Virginia can apply for Catholic Extension’s Francis Grants to fund major diocesan events and bishop education. These grants support occasions like new bishop ordinations, special anniversaries, papal visits, and ongoing formation, but are only available to pre-approved poor dioceses designated by Catholic Extension’s Board of Governors.
Catholicism

Community Foundation Support for Salem Programs

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Craig County, Virginia +7 more
US $14,000 - US $25,000
Nonprofit organizations serving Salem City, Virginia can seek funding for community vibrancy, education and youth, and health programs. Grants from Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia help 501(c)(3) organizations deliver arts and culture, literacy, childcare, after-school, workforce development, and health or disability services, with awards ranging from US $14,000 - US $25,000.
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Art & Culture Literacy +5 more

Crisis Intervention Funding from Community Foundation

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Craig County, Virginia +6 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations providing crisis intervention or domestic violence services in Salem City, Virginia and nearby localities can apply for Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia’s Earl D. and Carrie Leigh Doran Fund. Grants support time-limited projects that help individuals and families facing catastrophic, life-altering circumstances, including shelter, care, and assistance for battered women.
Domestic Violence Crisis Intervention

Winter Grant Cycle- Thomas P. and Lewise S. Parsley Fund Grant

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Craig County, Virginia +7 more
Unspecified amount
The Winter Grant Cycle from the Thomas P. and Lewise S. Parsley Fund supports essential community initiatives in Western Virginia. Focused on providing prescription medications for the elderly and addressing substance abuse, the fund seeks to enhance the quality of life for financially needy individuals. Organizations in Martinsville, Roanoke, and surrounding counties are encouraged to apply, although the fund does not support deficit reduction or religious programs. This grant aims to foster impactful community outreach.
Medication Use & Compliance Addiction & Substance Use Disorders Home Health Care

Winter Grant Cycle- Roanoke Valley Children’s Fund Grant

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Craig County, Virginia +4 more
US $3,000 - US $6,000
The Winter Grant Cycle of the Roanoke Valley Children’s Fund supports nonprofit organizations serving children from prenatal care to age five in the Roanoke and Salem areas. This initiative aims to enhance existing resources, create new opportunities, and promote awareness of early childhood development. By investing in the community, this fund aspires to build healthier lives and productive citizens from the very start, ensuring a brighter future for the region's children.
Education - Preschool / Early Learning Early Childhood Development Maternal And Perinatal Health +1 more

Clarissa Edwards Noland Memorial Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Roanoke City, Virginia +2 more
More than US $2,000

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia, the region’s community foundation, administers a variety of scholarships to reward and assist capable and deserving students based on the criteria established by the fund donors.

Clarissa Edwards Noland Memorial Scholarship Fund

Fund provides educational scholarships to deserving students intending to pursue a career in teaching or creative writing.

ESSAY TOPIC: What are your educational plans? What are your reasons for pursuing a career in Creative Writing or Teaching? (Maximum 500 words.)

Academic Scholarship Programs

Cave Spring Lions Club Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Roanoke City, Virginia, Roanoke County, Virginia +1 more
More than US $1,000

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia, the region’s community foundation, administers a variety of scholarships to reward and assist capable and deserving students based on the criteria established by the fund donors.

Cave Spring Lions Club Scholarship Fund

Fund provides college scholarships to graduating seniors currently attending a high school in Roanoke City, Roanoke County, Salem, Vinton or home schooled students in these areas. The following criteria will be used as the basis for the scholarship awards: applicant’s prior academic performance; applicant’s performance on accepted tests designed to measure aptitude and ability for college work; and applicant’s prior leadership performance.

ESSAY TOPIC: Explain your view on leadership/volunteerism and the role that it has played in your life. (Maximum two pages)

Academic Scholarship Programs

Apel Family Grant

Junior League of Roanoke Valley
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Craig County, Virginia +3 more
Up to US $5,000
The Apel Family Grant, offered by the Junior League of Roanoke Valley, supports established 501(c)(3) organizations in the Roanoke Valley and surrounding areas. This grant focuses on addressing poverty by funding unusual and capital expenditures that enhance community services. Applications are welcomed from qualified charities that align with the Junior League's mission of promoting women's leadership and community impact through volunteerism, collaboration, and training.
Poverty Alleviation & Services Health Care Access & Delivery Food Access & Hunger

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Support for Salem Habitat Restoration

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Allegany County, Maryland, Allegany County, New York +142 more
US $75,000 - US $500,000
Nonprofits and conservation partners restoring forests, rivers, and streams in Salem City, Virginia can seek US $75,000 - US $500,000 to improve habitat for native birds and aquatic species. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funds projects that enhance forest management, remove stream barriers, restore riparian buffers, and engage landowners in active stewardship across Central Appalachia.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration Herpetological Conservation Malacology (Molluscs) +6 more

Ethel Snidow Holland Memorial Scholarship Fund

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Craig County, Virginia +4 more
More than US $1,000

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia, the region’s community foundation, administers a variety of scholarships to reward and assist capable and deserving students based on the criteria established by the fund donors.

Ethel Snidow Holland Memorial Scholarship Fund

Fund provides scholarship assistance for Roanoke Valley high school graduates who wish to continue their education in a college, university, or vocational field.

Academic Scholarship Programs

The Roanoke Women's Foundation Grants

The Roanoke Women's Foundation
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Craig County, Virginia +5 more
More than US $30,000
The Roanoke Women's Foundation offers impactful grants starting at $30,000 across various sectors such as Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, and Health & Human Services. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, based in or serving the defined Roanoke area, and have a history of at least five years without receiving a grant. The selection process includes proposal reviews and a membership vote in autumn, ensuring community-driven funding.
Art & Culture Health & Medicine Human & Social Services +5 more

Community Foundation Capacity Grants in Salem

Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia
Private
Botetourt County, Virginia, Craig County, Virginia +7 more
Unspecified amount
Established 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Salem City, Virginia can receive capacity-building support for technology upgrades, digital marketing, or improving financial health through independent audits. Community Foundation Serving Western Virginia funds organizations with a local office serving specified nearby cities and counties, requiring vendor bids and a 20% cash match, with funds spent within one year.
All fields of work

Animal Welfare Grants for Nonprofits from Alexander McCausland Charitable Trust

The Alexander McCausland Charitable Trust
Private
Alleghany County, Virginia, Bedford County, Virginia +14 more
US $5,000 - US $50,000
501(c)(3) animal welfare nonprofits in Roanoke, Virginia and within a 30-mile radius, including Salem City, can apply for US $5,000 - US $50,000 to support humane treatment and care of animals. The Alexander McCausland Charitable Trust funds programs for protection, health, feeding, shelter, and prevention of cruelty to animals.
Animal Welfare - General

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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 Salem city 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 Salem city 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 Salem city 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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