Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation Grant
Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation
Private
Anderson County, Tennessee, Arkansas +76 more
Unspecified amount
The Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation supports nonprofits focused on alleviating poverty and promoting social justice in the South. It seeks organizations with strong ties to low-wealth communities, clear strategies for addressing systemic issues, and a long-term vision for change. Eligible applicants should demonstrate accountability, strategic networking, and a commitment to racial equity. The Foundation is open to innovative approaches and encourages submissions from groups aligned with its mission, fostering impactful community partnerships.
Poverty Alleviation & Services
Civic Engagement & Education
Economic Services & Development
+1 more
Reproductive Health & Justice Grant Program
Educational Foundation of America
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +372 more
Unspecified amount
The Educational Foundation of America (EFA) supports the Reproductive Health & Justice Grant Program to enhance access to abortion and contraception throughout the U.S., particularly in Appalachia, Alabama, and Florida. EFA funds innovative organizations that advocate for reproductive rights, provide direct support to abortion services, and leverage impact investing strategies. This commitment aims to ensure reproductive freedom, foster equity, and promote sustainability in underserved communities.
Reproductive Health
Reproductive Rights
Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Grants for Wise County Researchers
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
Private
Accomack County, Virginia, Albemarle County, Virginia +119 more
Unspecified amount
Academic researchers and doctoral candidates studying Virginia and American history can receive short-term funding for one- to two-week research visits in Wise County, Virginia. With a mission to support humanities and social science scholarship, the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation provides fellowships for projects using specific collections, especially those likely to result in significant publication.
Political Science
Governance & Democracy
Religious / Theological Education
+9 more
Plant for the Planet Grants
Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc.
Corporate
Adair County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Kentucky +82 more
US $500 - US $5,000
The Plant for the Planet Grants, funded by the Lg&E and Ku Foundation, provide $500 to $5,000 for tree-planting projects across urban, suburban, and rural areas. This initiative encourages nonprofits and local governments within the service territory to enhance their tree-planting efforts. With an annual budget of $75,000, the program aims to support sustainable environmental practices in line with global tree-planting campaigns. Eligible applicants must demonstrate a history of successful projects and comply with utility line regulations.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration
Appalachian Regional Commission Support for Appalachia
Appalachian Regional Commission
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +428 more
Up to US $10,000,000
Eligible organizations leading multi-state economic development, workforce, community revitalization, or tourism projects in Wise County, Virginia and other Appalachian counties can apply for Appalachian Regional Commission’s ARISE grants, with awards up to US $10,000,000 for planning or implementation. Regional collaborations that advance long-term economic transformation across Appalachia may be especially competitive.
Community Development & Revitalization
Economic Services & Development
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
+1 more
Speedway Children's Charities Grants for Wise County Children
Speedway Children's Charities
Private
Buchanan County, Virginia, Carter County, Tennessee +16 more
US $50,000
Wise County, Virginia children’s nonprofits can access funding through Speedway Children's Charities for exceptional projects valued at $50,000 or more that directly meet children’s needs. Eligible 501(c)(3) agencies must primarily serve children in Wise County and also apply for the Bristol Chapter grant with a different project to receive this US $50,000 Jeff Byrd Grant.
Youth Services
Child Foster Care & Adoption Services
Children’s Health & Pediatrics
+5 more
Children’s Services Funding from Speedway Children's Charities
Speedway Children's Charities
Private
Buchanan County, Virginia, Carter County, Tennessee +16 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations focused on children’s services in Wise County, Virginia can apply for funding to meet critical needs such as education, health, mental health, disabilities, and child welfare. Speedway Children's Charities’ Bristol Chapter prioritizes programs serving homeless children, orphans and foster youth, and victims of sex trafficking across its designated Tennessee and Virginia counties.
Youth Services
Human Trafficking
Homelessness Services
+7 more
Virginia Department of Historic Resources Preservation Grants in Wise County
The Virginia Department of Historic Resources
State/Local Government
Alleghany County, Virginia, Bath County, Virginia +31 more
Approximately US $225,000
Public entities and nonprofit organizations stewarding historic places in Wise County, Virginia can seek funding to rehabilitate historic buildings and sites. The Virginia Department of Historic Resources administers this National Park Service-funded program, offering approximately US $225,000 per project and requiring a preapplication and a preservation agreement tied to the property deed.
Historic Preservation
Capital Project Funding from McGlothlin Foundation
The Mcglothlin Foundation
Private
Bell County, Kentucky, Breathitt County, Kentucky +34 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Wise County, Virginia can seek capital and some programmatic support for higher education, healthcare, and arts projects through the McGlothlin Foundation. With a mission to enhance education, health, and cultural life, the foundation funds brick-and-mortar and related initiatives within its Southwest Virginia, Eastern Kentucky, and Northeast Tennessee focus area.
Education - Higher Education
Health Care Access & Delivery
Greening & Beautification
+4 more
Wise 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 Wise County at high risk of terrorist or extremist attack can apply for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP-State) for up to US $200,000 to strengthen physical and cyber security. Administered by the Virginia Department of Emergency Management, funds support planning, equipment, training, and other target-hardening activities.
Domestic / Homeland Security
Disaster Preparedness
Cybersecurity
+1 more
Newton B. Shingleton Trust Grant
Newton B. Shingleton Trust
Private
Buchanan County, Virginia, Dickenson County, Virginia +6 more
Unspecified amount
The Newton B. Shingleton Trust Grant aims to enhance the quality of life for residents in Winchester, Virginia, through charitable contributions. Established in 1975, it supports organizations meeting 501(c)(3) requirements across various sectors, including arts, education, health, and community services. With an annual giving of approximately $120,000, the trust prioritizes initiatives that directly benefit the local community and surrounding areas, ensuring sustainable improvements in wellbeing.
Art & Culture
Education
Humanities & Social Science
+6 more
Catholic Extension Church Facility Grants in Wise County
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Up to US $100,000
Catholic dioceses and parishes in Wise County, Virginia with Extension Diocese status can seek funding to construct, expand, or renovate Catholic churches and related facilities. Grants from Catholic Extension help under-resourced communities with minor repair and equipment needs under active $5,000 projects, and matching support up to US $100,000 for larger building initiatives.
Catholicism
LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants
Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc.
Corporate
Adair County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Kentucky +82 more
Unspecified amount
The LG&E and KU Foundation Community Grants support initiatives focused on economic development, education, environmental excellence, and diversity. The foundation prioritizes programs that empower communities, enhance educational opportunities, and promote inclusion. Organizations can apply for one award per year, ensuring dedicated support for impactful projects. This commitment strengthens community ties and fosters a better quality of life for residents.
Education - K through 12
Education - Higher Education
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
+3 more
Catholic Extension Grants for Wise County Catholicism
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Wise County, Virginia Catholic organizations in approved Extension Dioceses can access funding through Catholic Extension to support basic pastoral leadership and core administrative functions. Grants help under-resourced parishes and ministries with salary subsidies for priests, religious and lay leaders, as well as essential operating costs and other fundamental resources needed to sustain a Catholic presence.
Catholicism
Catholic Leadership Training Grants via Catholic Extension
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Wise County, Virginia Catholic dioceses and parishes can access funding through Catholic Extension to recruit, educate, and provide ongoing formation for seminarians, deacons, and lay or religious leaders. Approved mission dioceses may request support for seminary subsidies, diaconate and lay ministry training, professional development, and leadership workshops that strengthen church life and ministry capacity.
Catholicism
Wise County 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 Wise County, Virginia can seek support to create, sustain, or expand ministries for children, teens, young adults, and families. Focused on Catholic faith formation and leadership development, Catholic Extension funds campus ministry, youth ministry, religious education, and young adult programs in under-resourced Extension dioceses.
Catholicism
Catholic Capacity Funding from Catholic Extension
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic dioceses in Wise County, Virginia can seek support for capacity-building initiatives that strengthen financial stability, fundraising, and operations. Catholic Extension’s Building Capacity Grants fund efforts like development staffing, fundraising technology, operational and energy-efficiency studies, strategic planning, and financial management training, but are available only to dioceses designated as Extension Dioceses by its Board of Governors.
Catholicism
Catholic Extension Support for Wise County Ministries
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic parishes and diocesan entities in Wise County, Virginia working within approved Extension Dioceses can seek funding to enhance pastoral and social outreach ministries. Catholic Extension supports initiatives like catechesis resources, marriage and family ministries, evangelization media, liturgical life, social outreach to homeless or immigrants, prison ministry, and minor post-disaster support.
Catholicism
Family Services
Homelessness Services
+3 more
ESHPF Disaster Relief Assistance Grant Program
The Virginia Department of Historic Resources
State/Local Government
Albemarle County, Virginia, Appomattox County, Virginia +35 more
Unspecified amount
The ESHPF Disaster Relief Assistance Grant Program, administered by the Virginia Department of Historic Resources, has received $2,000,000 from the NPS to document historic resources in areas affected by Hurricane Helene. This program aims to support community-driven efforts for surveying architectural and archaeological sites in 37 localities across Virginia. Eligible projects may include preservation planning and nominations for the National Register of Historic Places, ensuring the protection and recognition of Virginia's rich cultural heritage.
Landscape Architecture
Land / Habitat Conservation
Historic Preservation
LGBTQ Fund Grant Program
Appalachian Community Fund
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alleghany County, Virginia +138 more
Up to US $2,000
The LGBTQ Fund Grant Program, offered by the Appalachian Community Fund, supports grassroots social change in Central Appalachia. It prioritizes funding for organizations that promote inclusivity and tackle systemic issues affecting LGBTQ communities, particularly youth. Grants are available to community-led organizations with a focus on building capacity and addressing social, economic, and racial justice. This initiative embodies a commitment to collective action and resource-sharing, fostering positive transformation in Appalachian communities.
LGBTQIA+ Services
Sexuality & LGBTQIA+ Rights
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Support for Wise County Conservation
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Allegany County, Maryland, Allegany County, New York +142 more
US $75,000 - US $500,000
Nonprofit and conservation-focused organizations in Wise County, Virginia can seek US $75,000 - US $500,000 to restore and enhance forest and freshwater habitat for priority bird, fish, and wildlife species. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funds projects like mixed-age forest management, barrier removal, riparian restoration, and landowner stewardship outreach within the Central Appalachia region.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration
Herpetological Conservation
Malacology (Molluscs)
+6 more
Wise County Storytelling Funding via Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +255 more
US $5,000
Individual Black Appalachian storytellers connected to Wise County, Virginia can receive US $5,000 to honor and sustain oral tradition and Black American culture and heritage. Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation’s CALT Black Appalachian Storytellers Fellowship supports culture bearers who preserve community and family storytelling, with fellows recognized at the “In the Tradition…” National Black Storytelling Festival and Conference.
Black American Culture & Heritage
ACF Technical Assistance Grants
Appalachian Community Fund
Private
Adair County, Kentucky, Alleghany County, Virginia +138 more
Unspecified amount
The Appalachian Community Fund's Technical Assistance Grants are designed to strengthen grassroots organizations in Central Appalachia. These small grants support specific technical assistance needs, enhancing skills in areas such as leadership, fundraising, and community organizing. ACF prioritizes projects that address systemic issues and promote social, economic, and environmental justice. Organizations eligible for funding must be community-led and demonstrate a commitment to creating equitable change in their communities.
Social Justice / Human Rights
CALT Experiences Grants
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation
Private
Adams County, Ohio, Alleghany County, Virginia +118 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
The CALT Experiences Grants, provided by the Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, support public projects in Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia that celebrate traditional arts and cultural knowledge. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and individual artists from Appalachian Regional Commission-designated areas. Funded activities may encompass workshops, public art, performances, and exhibitions. This initiative fosters community engagement and enhances appreciation of living traditions while promoting artistic skills and cultural heritage.
Folk Art / Traditional Art
Virginia Housing Department Economic Development Grants
Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
State/Local Government
Alleghany County, Virginia, Bath County, Virginia +31 more
US $100,000 - US $1,000,000
Nonprofits and public entities in Wise County, Virginia and other eligible Appalachian localities can apply for Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development’s Appalachian Regional Commission funding; awards US $100,000 - US $1,000,000 for economic development. Projects may include public infrastructure, workforce training, job creation, entrepreneurship, technology access, and community revitalization initiatives.
Renewable/Sustainable Energy
Entrepreneurship
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
+5 more
Wise County Economic Revitalization Funding via Appalachian Regional Commission
Appalachian Regional Commission
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Adams County, Ohio +428 more
Up to US $2,500,000
Nonprofits and local partners in Wise County, Virginia working on coal-impacted economic and workforce revitalization can seek planning or implementation support for projects like job creation, workforce training, entrepreneurship, and broadband. With a mission to strengthen Appalachian communities, Appalachian Regional Commission provides up to US $2,500,000 to advance regional economic diversification strategies.
Economic Services & Development
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness
Job Creation
+1 more
Catholic Extension Support for Catholic School Leaders
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic school educators in Extension Dioceses, including Wise County, Virginia, can apply for Catholic Extension’s leadership development support to pursue a graduate-level Certificate in Catholic School Administration. The program covers most tuition plus travel for an LMU on-campus course, building mission-focused, operational, and instructional leadership capacity for local Catholic schools.
Education - K through 12
Catholicism
Religious / Theological Education