Grants to Support Racial and Economic Justice Work in Virginia (USA)
GrantID: 75900
Grant Funding Amount Low: $10,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $50,000
Summary
This grant opportunity provides rapid, flexible funding to support nonprofit organizations working to address pressing needs and emerging challenges. The intent of the program is to help mission‑driven groups respond quickly to unforeseen events, urgent community demands, or situations that require immediate support. Rather than focusing on long‑term project planning, the funding is designed to enable nimble action, support adaptive strategies, and reinforce the capacity of organizations to serve their communities effectively in times of disruption or heightened need.
Eligible applicants are registered nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status or equivalent, operating within the geographic area of interest specified by the grantmaker. The opportunity is not geared toward individuals or for‑profit businesses. Instead, it is aimed at organizations that are deeply embedded in community work and able to use the funds promptly to address challenges such as increased service demand, emergency response efforts, or organizational capacity pressures. The emphasis is on equity‑focused and community‑centered work that supports populations facing systemic barriers or urgent needs.
Award amounts are intended to be responsive but modest, typically offering support in the range of several thousand to low five figures. The grants may be used for a variety of immediate needs, including staffing support, emergency operations, technology or equipment purchases, outreach efforts, or other costs directly tied to rapidly emerging circumstances. The flexible nature of the funding means recipients can direct the dollars toward what is most critical for maintaining or expanding services, especially when traditional funding cycles are too slow to keep pace with urgent realities on the ground.
The application process is streamlined to ensure quick decisions and timely distribution of funds. While exact timing and deadlines vary, the overarching objective is to reduce barriers and speed up access to support for organizations already doing vital work. In essence, this rapid‑response grant is tailored to trusted partners who are positioned to act quickly and thoughtfully in service of their communities when unexpected needs arise.
This grant may be available to individuals and organizations in Virginia that are actively involved in Community Development & Services. To locate more funding opportunities in your field, visit The Grant Portal and search by interest area using the Search Grant tool.
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