The Community Foundation's mission is to make the Richmond region a better place with bold solutions and inspired philanthropy.
The grant program from the Ujima Legacy Fund has broad goals centered on supporting nonprofit organizations that empower youth through education. Specific causes supported include after-school and out-of-school time programming, literacy, technology training, mentoring & tutoring, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, career development, and college preparation. These priorities reflect the fund's dedication to fostering equitable opportunities and enhancing education among marginalized youth in the Richmond area.