The Southeast Virginia Community Foundation (SEVACF) aims to enhance the quality of life for those living in southeast Virginia. It does so by making grants and collaborating with fund holders, focusing on both immediate needs and long-term community improvements. By engaging in a thorough review process, the Foundation seeks to strengthen the nonprofit sector through strategic grantmaking.
The Community Needs Fund Grants program by SEVACF supports projects that aim to address immediate community needs while also working towards long-term improvements across southeast Virginia. With two competitive grant cycles annually, emphasis is on projects that address pressing problems, have wide community reach, show innovation, possess a successful track record, encourage additional funding, offer substantial benefits for their costs, and promote cooperative efforts among agencies.