The HOPE Grant supports nonprofit and governmental organizations serving Washington, Grayson, Russell, or Smyth counties in Virginia. It funds one-time projects up to $50,000 that provide tangible community benefits with measurable outcomes in areas including Health, Children & Families, Workforce Development, Education, and Economic Development. Routine operations and certain project types are excluded. Two annual funding cycles occur in May and October, with reporting requirements for recipients.
Eligible applicants are IRS-recognized nonprofit organizations or governmental entities serving Washington, Grayson, Russell, or Smyth counties in Virginia. For-profit organizations, individuals, and certain project types are ineligible.
