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Est.

2000

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Virginia Community Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits within Virginia. In 2023, it distributed a total of $2.3 million across seven grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based approach to funding. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, and nonprofits interested in engagement can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Strengthen and revitalize the Virginia community
Total Funding Given
$2.3M
2023
Grantees funded
7
Multi-year grantees
0%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
M
Marieta Johnson
Board Member
P
Polly Podpeskar
Board Member
T
Tucker Nelson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Virginia Community Foundation?
No. Virginia Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Virginia Community Foundation give?
Virginia Community Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota. 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 Virginia Community Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Virginia Community Foundation fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Virginia Community Foundation make each year?
In 2023, Virginia Community Foundation awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $2.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Virginia Community Foundation fund recently?
In 2025, Virginia Community Foundation awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include MESABI FIT COALITION, YOUTH FOR CHRIST USA INC MESABI RANGE YOUTH FOR CHRIST INC, and OLCOTT PARK BREWFEST. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Virginia Community Foundation?
Virginia Community Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.