THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND
AI Summary
The Virginia College Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within Virginia. It operates on a relationship-based engagement model, providing grants exclusively by invitation and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in exploring potential funding opportunities can utilize warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
SOLICITATION OF PUBLIC CONTRIBUTIONS ON BEHALF OF MEMBER COLLEGES. PROVIDES FOUNDATIONS, BUSINESSES, AND INDIVIDUALS A CONVENIENT WAY OF SUPPORTING SMALL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES IN VIRGINIA.
Cause Areas
2
Foundations
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FERRUM COLLEGE
FERRUM, VA
$1.9M
26%
AVERETT UNIVERSITY
Danville, VA
$1.9M
26%
EASTERN MENNONITE UNIVERSITY
Harrisonburg, VA
$1.8M
24%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$166.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$146.8K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND?
No. THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND give?
THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia. 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 VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $166 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND make each year?
In 2023, THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $297 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND fund recently?
In 2025, THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include FERRUM COLLEGE, AVERETT UNIVERSITY, and EASTERN MENNONITE UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND?
THE VIRGINIA COLLEGE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.