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Est.

2000

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The College Foundation of the University of Virginia is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within Virginia. With a total of $12.5 million in grants paid in 2025, the foundation engages in a relationship-based approach and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

FUNDRAISING TO SUPPORT THE COLLEGE AND GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, BY RAISING FUNDS AND BY PROVIDING EXCELLENCE AND JEFFERSONIAN DISTINCTION.
Total Funding Given
$12.5M
2025
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$6.2M
Median 2nd year grant
$8.1M
J
John L Nau III
Board Member
F
Frank K Bynum Jr
Board Member
M
Mark Luellen
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA?
No. THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA give?
THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA 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 COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $6.2 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA make each year?
In 2025, THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $12.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA fund recently?
In 2025, THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include RECTOR & VISITORS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA and JEFFERSON SCHOLARS FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA?
THE COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.