Since its inception in 1997, the Foundation has given over $37 million to support community health programs
- What is your service area?
- How much do grantees usually receive?
- Do you give multi-year funding?
- Do you fund general operating expenses?
- What about funding of staff salaries?
- What do I need to submit with our Letter of Intent?
- May I mail, fax or e-mail my Letter of Intent?
- How long does it take to receive grant funding?
- Can I request both competitive and capacity building grants during the same year?
- Should I submit letters of support with my Letter of Intent?
What is your service area?
We fund programs in the following geographical areas: City of Williamsburg, Counties of James City, York, Charles City, Gloucester, New Kent, and Surry. Funding opportunities for health nonprofit and government entities in the Counties of Charles City, Gloucester, New Kent, and Surry will be limited to Foundation-Directed and Capacity Building programs.
How much do grantees usually receive?
The answer depends greatly on the size of your organization, the scope of your project and The Foundation's available resources. Please refer to our list of grants in previous cycles to get an idea of the range and types of grants we have made.
Do you give multi-year funding?
Multi-year funding will not be awarded during the 2010 Grant Cycles.
Do you fund general operating expenses?
Yes, the Foundation will provide general operating support.
What about funding of staff salaries?
Support for staff salaries will be considered, however agencies must show plans to sustain the position.
What do I need to submit with our letter of intent?
- Additional Organization Information Checklist
- Project Budget Form
- Project Income Form
- Current agency operating budget
- Most recently filed Form 990 (not required for government entities)
- Most recent independent Audit Report or Management Letter
- Most recent Annual Report
- Current Board of Directors roster
- IRS Determination Letter (not required for government entities)
May I mail, fax or e-mail my letter of intent?
No. The Foundation requires that your Letter of Intent be submitted using the WCHF online application process.
How long does it take to receive grant funding?
It may take up to 6 months from the time the Letter of Intent is submitted to check disbursement.
Can I request both competitive and capacity building grants during the same year?
Please note that Capacity Building Funding is suspended for 2010 until further notice. Organizations in the City of Williamsburg, and James City and York Counties are eligible to receive both competitive and capacity building grants within the same year. Please see capacity building guidelines for eligibility. Organizations in Charles City, Gloucester, New Kent, and Surry Counties are only eligible to receive Foundation-Directed or Capacity Building Grants.
Should I submit letters of support with my Letter of Intent?
Letters of Support are not required but may be requested with full proposal..
Last Updated: Friday, January 8, 2010