Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County
/OVERVIEW: The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County supports community needs, animals and wildlife, arts and culture, children and youth and human services in Virginia.
FUNDING AREAS: Community needs, animals and wildlife, arts and culture, children and youth, human services
IP TAKE: There are several funds that are open to new grantseeker applications, so learn about the current opportunities and take note of annual deadlines.
PROFILE: Incorporated in 1999, the Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County (CFHRC) is a community foundation based in Harrisonburg, Virginia. The foundation supports nonprofits in a dual-county area, provides investment management for local nonprofits, helps simplify the fundraising campaign management process and supports collaboration and communication among area nonprofits. The foundation aims to "strengthen our communities through purposeful giving and active engagement.” CFHRC funds local efforts for community needs, animals and wildlife, arts and culture, children and youth and human services.
The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County, through its donor funds, funds a substantial number of faith-based organizations each year. Other top giving categories include human services, education and civic causes. Harrisonburg and Rockingham County Community Needs Grants are awarded for changing community needs, while Little Swiss Fund Grants serve Highland County. The foundation offers animal and wildlife grants through its Hildred Neff Memorial Fund, while the Valley Arts and Culture Fund supports small and medium-sized nonprofits in the visual and performing arts. The Community Endowment Fund is a permanent fund that awards annual grants, while the Sean Warner Memorial Endowment Fund provides support for children of divorced parents.
The Grants range between about $5,000 and $15,000. Learn more about this funder’s local giving by examining its recent tax records. Grantmaking focuses on Harrisonburg and Rockingham counties in Virginia. Past local grantees include the Explore More Discovery Museum, Mercy House and various local churches.
This foundation accepts unsolicited grant applications from nonprofits for some of its funds. Each fund has its own unique set of guidelines and deadlines. CFHRC uses an online application system to receive and review requests. Direct general questions to the staff at 540-432-3863 or via online form.
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