Recent News & Events

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…

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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…

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(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…

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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…

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(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…

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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…

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May 14, 2024, Williamsburg, Va:   As part of its year-long 25th Anniversary celebration, Williamsburg Community Foundation is awarding a surprise $2,500 grant to a local nonprofit each month. At the Foundation’s recent 25th Anniversary Celebration & Campaign Kickoff, a drawing was held to select ten Foundation supporters who will choose the surprise grant recipients. The…

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As part of its 25th Anniversary celebration, each month WCF is awarding a surprise grant to a local nonprofit. For April, WCF presented a $2,500 grant to 3e Restoration Inc. The check was presented to Fred Liggin and Latonya Chamberliss Borden. 3e Restoration’s work focuses on our neighbors facing social displacement. Learn more about their…

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March 28, 2024, Williamsburg, Va:   Williamsburg Community Foundation awarded $56,754 in grants to 19 nonprofits during its first grant round of 2024. Each nonprofit grantee spoke for a few minutes about how their grant will benefit residents of the foundation’s service area: the City of Williamsburg, James City County and York County. Rick and Lara…

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For Immediate Release Williamsburg Community Foundation Celebrates 25 years with Surprise Grants,                                       March Grant is awarded to Literacy for Life March 19, 2024, Williamsburg, Va:   As part of its year-long 25th Anniversary celebration, Williamsburg Community Foundation is awarding a surprise $2,500 grant to a local nonprofit each month. At the Foundation’s recent 25th Anniversary Celebration…

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