- Bama Works Fund – open until 2/16
- Community Endowment Fund
- Eco-Living Fund
- Go the Distance Grants
- Louisa County Community Fund – open until 2/16
Bama Works Fund
Grants made by Dave Matthews Band to support community initiatives.
Eligibility: Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) organization, governmental or religious entity, or fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) organization. The foundation will consider applications from organizations working to benefit the City of Charlottesville and the Counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Orange. Public schools may submit one application each cycle. Please refer to the Bama Works Fund Policies for more information regarding applications from public and private schools.
The Fund is most interested in supporting:
- Youth Development & Wellbeing
- Accessibility of Essential Needs
- Protection of the Environment
- The Arts and Humanities
The Fund generally does not support:
- Endowment Programs
- Fundraising Events
- Annual Appeals
- Grants to Individuals
How to Apply: New Organizations: Please visit this page and submit the ‘new organization form’. A member of our team will be in touch with you to get to know your organization and orient you to our grantee portal.
Organizations who have applied to CACF for funding since 2023 – Please email grants@cacfonline.org with your name, title and organization to receive an Access Code for Bama Works Winter/Spring 2026. You will receive the access code and instructions within one day.
Contact our Grants Administrator for any technical support related to the Grantee Portal. Click here to see a preview of the application.
If you are a fiscally sponsored project or organization applying for a Bama Works grant, you must have your Fiscal Sponsor review CACF’s updated Fiscal Sponsorship Policy and sign this form, which is to be uploaded and submitted with your application by the deadline via the Grantee Portal.
Application Window: There are grant two rounds each year. Organizations are eligible to apply once every 12 months. Round 1: Applications open January 5th and close at 11:59PM on February 16th. Applicants will be notified of grant award decisions in early summer.
Round 2: Applications open July 1st and close at 11:59PM on August 12th. Applicants will be notified of grant award decisions in December.
Award Size: Up to $10,000
Decision: June 2026 and December 2026
Reporting: Recipients of Bama Works Fund grants will be asked to report on the previous year’s grant impact and use in the next year’s grant round application.
For questions about this funding opportunity, please contact grants@cacfonline.org.
Community Endowment Fund
The Community Endowment Fund (CEF) reflects the Foundation’s ever-growing commitment to regenerative philanthropy. A diverse and regionally representative, openly recruited Community Advisory Committee leads all CEF program development and funding decision-making.
The Community Endowment Fund, through our Solidarity program, currently offers three (3) application-based grant opportunities – Renewal, Reimagine, and Reshaping Futures grants – that support movement groups advancing justice and racial equity in Charlottesville and/or the surrounding counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Orange.
For questions about this funding opportunities, please contact grants@cacfonline.org.
Eco-Living Fund
Grants aimed at steering people’s daily life habits toward zero-footprint or net-positive impact on the natural world.
Eligibility: Applicants must be tax-exempt 501(c) (3) organizations or government agencies, or fiscally sponsored. Grants are limited to projects in the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation service area, which includes Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Orange.
Guidelines: Among the pool of applicants, those receiving funding will have the greatest bang-for-the-buck: the greatest number of people permanently changing their daily life habits, and/or the greatest number of buildings getting their consumption of resources reduced, per grant dollar. Preference will be given to those projects that have quantifiable results, that is, results that can be numerically verified and measured. Please review the Guidelines information prior to applying.
How to Apply: Contact our Grants Administrator for any technical support related to the Grantee Portal. Note: Applicants will be required to complete this budget form and send it along with the application.
Application Window: Eco-Living will begin accepting applications September 1 and close at 11:59PM on September 30th, 2026. Funding decisions will be announced by November 15th, 2026.
- Optional If you would like feedback on your proposal prior to submitting, email Megan Donovan before August 15th.
Award Size: Up to $7,000
Decision: Decisions on final awards will be made in November 2026.
Reporting: All grant recipients will be asked to document their efforts, including a 1-page summary sheet to serve as models for other communities and organizations to consider following. A report on the project’s spending, accomplishments and impact will be required upon completion.
For questions about this funding opportunity, please contact grants@cacfonline.org.
Enrichment Alliance of Virginia
We anticipate hosting two grant rounds in 2026. Details around criteria, deadlines and funding amounts to come. Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter to be notified when these details are finalized.
Louisa County Community Fund
Grants to improve quality of life in Louisa County.
Eligibility: Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) organization, governmental or religious entity, or fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) organization. The Fund will consider applications from organizations working to benefit Louisa County. Organizations may submit one application per grant cycle.
How to Apply: New Organizations: Please visit this page and submit the ‘new organization form’. A member of our team will be in touch with you to get to know your organization and orient you to our grantee portal.
Organizations who have applied to CACF for funding since 2023 – Please log in to your organization’s grantee portal account and take the eligibility quiz for the Louisa County Community Fund. Contact our Grants Administrator for any technical support related to the Grantee Portal.
Application Window: Applications open January 5th and close at 11:59PM on February 16th. Applicants will be notified of grant award decisions in early summer.
Award Size: Up to $10,000
Decision: early July 2026
Reporting: Recipients of Louisa County Community Fund grants will be asked to report on the previous year’s grant impact and use in the next year’s grant round application.
For questions about this funding opportunity, please contact grants@cacfonline.org.
Party Parade Fund
Grants to community charities in the Charlottesville area.
Eligibility: Grants are made to tax-exempt organizations as defined in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Grants are open for projects taking place in the city of Charlottesville, or the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Orange, and are made without regard to factors of sex, race, religion or national origin.
Grant recipients are expected to use the funds for the purpose approved in the grant and within the specified period of time. A brief final report should be submitted no later than one year from the date of the grant.
How to Apply: Contact our Grants Administrator for any technical support related to the Grantee Portal.
Grant proposals are reviewed by the Party Parade Fund Committee. After a review of all proposals, the decision from the committee is presented to the Party Parade Executive Board for final approval. Proposals should be designated for timely and needed projects related to youth or adults in our community.
Application Window: The Party Parade will begin accepting applications April 1 and close at 11:59PM on May 13, 2026. Funding decisions will be announced by July 31, 2026.
For questions about this funding opportunity, please contact grants@cacfonline.org, or visit partyparadefund.org.
The PB&J Fund
The mission of The PB&J Fund is to support programs within the community that empower children and/or families through culinary and nutritional education and help improve access to affordable, healthful food for under-resourced community members. The Fund envisions moving our local and global community towards food sovereignty.
The PB&J Fund values:
- Respect: appreciating the differences and assets of all people, communities, and cultures;
- Learning: fostering an enjoyment of eating healthfully;
- Caring: Ensuring a seat at our table where bellies are filled with nutritious and delicious food;
- Collaboration: Improving our community’s resources through partnership.
Please refer to the application guidelines for additional information.
Eligibility: The PB&J Fund will focus on proposals affecting populations living within the City of Charlottesville and Albemarle County. Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) organization, governmental or religious entity, or fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) organization. Organizations may only submit one application, unless the organization is a public school. All eligible organizations are welcome to apply regardless of if they have previously received funding from the Community Foundation.
How to Apply: Contact our Grants Administrator for any technical support related to the Grantee Portal. Click here to see a preview of the application.
Application Window: Applications will open on September 2, 2026 and close at 11:59PM on October 14th. Applicants will be notified of grant award decisions by mid-December.
Award Size: PB&J Fund awards will be one-time, unrestricted awards of up to $25,000 to be used over the period of one year or multi- year, unrestricted awards up to two years ($50,000 total) within the funding commitment set forth by the grantors. Our goal through this grant program is to support the mission of The PB&J Fund grant program.
Application Support: We strive for inclusivity and accessibility. If you are having difficulty imagining how your organizations’ work fits into this goal, our team is available to guide you through the process.
Reporting: Recipients of The PB&J Fund grants will be asked to report on the previous year’s grant impact and use in the next year’s grant round application. Multi-year grantees should expect an annual site visit prior to fund distribution.
For questions about this funding opportunity, please contact grants@cacfonline.org.
Prana Fund
Grants to support projects that integrate environmental education and the visual arts through hands-on educational opportunities for children living in Charlottesville and/or Albemarle County.
Eligibility: Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, school, or fiscally sponsored organization serving the Charlottesville/Albemarle area. Nonprofit organizations eligible for this award will be those working in Charlottesville and Albemarle. They will primarily engage children who have traditionally experienced limited access to the arts and outdoors and integrate the visual or performing arts and the environment. Please refer to the grant guidelines for more information.
How to Apply: Contact our Grants Administrator for any technical support related to the Grantee Portal.
Application Window: Applications will open on September 2, 2026 and close at 11:59PM on October 14th. Applicants will be notified of grant award decisions by mid-December.
Award Size: Up to $15,000
Reporting: Grant recipients are expected to participate in a midterm report via phone or site visit, and submit a final written report upon grant completion.
For questions about this funding opportunity, please contact grants@cacfonline.org.
Twice is Nice Fund
The Twice is Nice Fund at the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation seeks innovative proposals from local nonprofit agencies who provide services to local seniors in need.
Eligibility: Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, school, or fiscally-sponsored organization working to benefit the the community in the City of Charlottesville and the Counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. Organizations may submit one application per grant cycle, unless the organization is serving as a fiscal agent for another organization.
Guidelines: Click here to access the 2025 Guidelines.
How to Apply: Contact our Grants Administrator for any technical support related to the Grantee Portal.
Application Window: Applications will open on July 1 and close at 11:59PM on August 12th. Decisions are anticipated by mid-December. A preview of the application questions is available here: 2025 Application Preview
Award Size: Requests that align with TIN’s stated emphasis (see guidelines) and do not exceed $15,000 are encouraged. There is no minimum request and partial funding is a possibility.
Reporting: All grant partners will be asked to complete a written report at the conclusion of the grant cycle or the completion of the funded project, whichever comes first. This will be submitted directly to the Twice is Nice Committee upon request from Committee members.
For questions about this funding opportunity, please contact grants@cacfonline.org.