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Est.

2010

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Southeast Virginia Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits within the region. With a total of $463.6K in grants paid to 143 grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

SEVACF ENHANCES THE QUALITY OF THE LIFE IN SOUTH HAMPTON ROADS BY CONNECTING PEOPLE WHO CARE WITH CAUSES LARGE AND SMALL, MANAGING CHARITABLE FUNDS, AND PROVIDING GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS FOR (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)
Total Funding Given
$463.6K
2024
Grantees funded
143
Multi-year grantees
40%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
30
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
R
Richard E H Wentz
Board Member
C
Carolyn Bernard
Board Member
E
Emily Robbins
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
No. THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION give?
THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, New York, and Texas. 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 SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $464 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 140 grantees. Recent grantees include Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, OASIS COMMISSION ON SOCIAL MINISTRY OF PORTSMOUTH - CHESAPEAKE, and EDMARC INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
THE SOUTHEAST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.