Recent Grants
Members of the Richmond Giving Circle have a passion for making a difference. They seek to support grassroots organizations where their combined dollars will make the most impact. Historically, grants have been used to support and strengthen organizations that provide a unique or innovative approach to serving children and families in our region, and that are led by resourceful and dynamic leaders.
Over the past 5 years, the Richmond Giving Circle has awarded $81,000 to local nonprofit organizations making a difference in their community. Grant recipients include:
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2011 Grants
Blue Sky Fund - $10,000
To provide salary support to help expand the Explorers program, which provides an experiential learning experience in science for 3rd graders in Richmond Public Schools.
2010 - No grants awarded
2009 Grants
Assisting Families of Inmates – $15,000
To support the Milk & Cookies Program, which provides counseling and support in Richmond City elementary schools for children of incarcerated parents.
2008 Grants
ROSMY – $8,000
To support youth programming.
Blue Sky Fund – $8,000
To support the Westview Explorers program, which offers third grade students from Oak Grove-Bellemeade and Chimborazo Elementary Schools an opportunity to travel outside their urban environments to the open spaces the James River in order to discover more about themselves and their surroundings.
Boaz and Ruth – $10,000
To provide stipends for men and women to participate in the 12-month job training and immersion program.
2007 Grants
Neighborhood Resource Center – $15,000
To provide salary support for the Director of Programs and Administration.
Southside Child Development Center – $15,000
To purchase technology and curriculum resources, provide training for staff to maintain licensing criteria and to maintain the safety of the playground.