Williamsburg Community Foundation Announces $112,171 in Grants to Support Local Nonprofits

October 3, 2024, Williamsburg, VA:  The Williamsburg Community Foundation is pleased to announce the award of $112,171 in grants to 29 local nonprofits, the largest amount awarded in a single grant round to date. This milestone reflects the Foundation’s growing impact and commitment to meeting the greater Williamsburg community’s most pressing needs and promising opportunities. The funds support various projects …

Williamsburg Community Foundation’s Surprise Grant to One Child Center for Autism Highlights the Power of Philanthropy

The Williamsburg Community Foundation continues to demonstrate the profound impact of local philanthropy with its latest $2,500 surprise grant to One Child Center for Autism. As part of the Foundation’s yearlong 25th Anniversary celebration, this September grant supports One Child’s vital work providing therapy and family support services for individuals affected by autism and other developmental differences. The surprise grants …

Significant Bequest from Jenny E. Wible continues to profoundly impact local charities

The Williamsburg Community Foundation is honored to continue awarding annual grants from the Jenny E. Wible Fund, ensuring her legacy lives on through meaningful contributions to our community. This significant bequest serves as a lasting testament to her dedication and kind heart, underscoring the powerful impact of planned giving on our community. Since 2017, WCF has provided annual grants to …

Amateur Sports Grants

The September 22 deadline is just a week away for the Benjamin R. Altshuler Memorial Fund Amateur Sports Grants! This funding opportunity provides grants of up to $2,500 to support amateur sports programs, with a special focus on youth wrestling. For a full list of criteria and to apply: Apply for a Grant – WCF (williamsburgcommunityfoundation.org)

WCF awards surprise grant to support emergency home repairs

Housing Partnerships, Inc. is the latest recipient of Foundation’s 25th Anniversary monthly grants August 21, 2024, Williamsburg, VA:  As part of its 25th Anniversary celebration year, the Williamsburg Community Foundation (WCF) continues to award surprise grants aimed at addressing critical needs in our community. These grants are a key component of the community foundation’s ongoing campaign to grow the Community …

Left: Stephonda Lewis, recipient of the Perisie Scholarship through the Williamsburg Community Foundation (WCF), will attend Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) at Old Dominion University (ODU). She plans to become a General Practitioner in the greater Williamsburg area. Center: Stephonda and her mother Right: On her journey to medical school, Stephonda completed a research internship at Northwestern University.

Perisie Scholarship Empowers Future Doctor to Serve Local Community

Stephonda Lewis is Second Recipient of Medical School Scholarship (August 8, 2024)  The journey of Stephonda Lewis, a future doctor inspired by personal and community experiences, exemplifies the transformative power of generosity. Stephonda’s dream of becoming a doctor began when she witnessed her mother ring the bell, signifying she was cancer-free. This moment, made possible by the skillful care of …

The Arc of Greater Williamsburg awarded surprise grant by Williamsburg Community Foundation as part of 25th Anniversary celebration

(July 18, 2024)  In celebration of its 25th Anniversary, the Williamsburg Community Foundation once again awarded a $2,500 surprise grant to a deserving nonprofit. The spotlight for July shines on The Arc of Greater Williamsburg, as they received a grant to support their impactful work improving the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Coincidentally, this grant …

WCF Announces New Development & Communications Officer

Jenn Daley named as Williamsburg Community Foundation’s Development & Communications Officer (July 9, 2024)  The Williamsburg Community Foundation has selected Jennifer S. “Jenn” Daley to serve as its Development & Communications Officer. Daley’s focus will be on enhancing awareness and garnering support for the foundation and its community partners. Joining during the WCF’s 25th anniversary and its campaign to raise …

Dream Catchers Receives June Surprise Grant

(June 26, 2024) In celebration of its 25th Anniversary celebration, Williamsburg Community Foundation continues to spread joy across the community with monthly surprise grants to local nonprofits. The June grant was awarded to Dream Catchers therapeutic riding center.  At its 25th Anniversary Celebration & Campaign Kickoff, the Foundation held a drawing for its supporters to select individuals who would have …

97 Scholarships Awarded

June 2, 2024, Williamsburg, VA – Williamsburg Community Foundation awarded 97 scholarships today to students from area high schools through the Williamsburg-James City County Scholarship Fund. Established in 1974 as the Lafayette Education Fund, this is the 50th year that these community scholarships have been awarded. These awards are made possible by generous support from local individuals, families, civic groups …