THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
Richmond, VA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
23-7009135
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Richmond, VA, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
23-7009135
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Virginia, with additional support in Washington, D.C., and California. With a total of $61.8 million in grants paid in 2024 to 1,895 grantees, the foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
WE BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER TO TRANSFORM OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH INFORMED AND INSPIRED PHILANTHROPY.
Cause Areas
2
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Medical College of VA Foundation
$13.5M
3%
CITY OF HOPE
$10.6M
2%
VIRGINIA STUDENT AID FOUNDATION INC
$8.8M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
917
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$15.7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC?
No. THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC give?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, District Of Columbia, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC make each year?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC awarded about 920 grants, totaling nearly $61.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC awarded grants to about 1,900 grantees. Recent grantees include Medical College of VA Foundation, CITY OF HOPE, and VIRGINIA STUDENT AID FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC?
THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.