COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE
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The Community Foundation of the Central Blue Ridge is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in Virginia, with additional support in Louisiana and Ohio. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO ENRICH THE QUALITY OF LIFE BY RESPONDING TO NEEDS AND INSPIRING PHILANTHROPY, PRIMARILY BY PROVIDING LEADERSHIP TO COMMUNITY PARTNERS, BUILDING ENDOWMENT FUNDS, AND MAKING GRANTS TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS.
Cause Areas
2
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF STAUNTON VIRGINIA
$442.9K
3%
AUGUSTA RESOURCES FOR RESILIENCE OPPORTUNITY & WELLNESS
$442.1K
3%
BLUE RIDGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC
$404.8K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
89
Median 1st year grant
$8.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$8K
Top 3 Grants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE?
No. COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE give?
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, Louisiana, and Ohio. 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 COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,382. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE make each year?
In 2024, COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE awarded about 90 grants, totaling nearly $1.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE fund recently?
In 2024, COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE awarded grants to about 160 grantees. Recent grantees include YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF STAUNTON VIRGINIA, AUGUSTA RESOURCES FOR RESILIENCE OPPORTUNITY & WELLNESS, and BLUE RIDGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE?
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE CENTRAL BLUE RIDGE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.