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Capital Projects Grants is sponsored by The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation. The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation supports Virginia-based nonprofits primarily for capital projects, including contributing to capital campaigns, funding the purchase of technology, transportation, and equipment. Grants are normally made on a challenge or matching basis.
Priority is given to qualifying organizations in the Richmond area. The foundation supports various sectors including social services and welfare, which can encompass disability services.
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Home - The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation The mission of The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation is to support non-profit organizations throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia primarily for capital projects . The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation is a private, independent foundation that provides financial support for charitable organizations in Richmond and throughout Virginia.
Partnering with local organizations through matching and challenge grants, we strive to make our region a better place to live and work. Environment & Conservation Social Services & Welfare Learn About Our Focus Areas Next Grant Deadline: September 15, 2026 at 5 pm. You must register and submit a Contact Form by August 28, 2026 at 5 pm.
Enriching Richmond and Virginia Through Community Partnerships The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation believes in making our region a more vibrant, inclusive place, where learning is celebrated, history is shared, and every resident is taken care of. Our grants help nonprofit organizations carry out capital projects that serve the greater community. To date, we have awarded over $143 million to such projects.
These include contributing to capital campaigns; funding the purchase of technology, transportation, and equipment; and supporting special needs arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. As a Richmond-based foundation, we award grants to organizations that are exempt under IRS Section 501(c)(3), not classified as a private foundation as defined in Section 509(a), and located in or around Richmond, Virginia.
We also support institutions that have a statewide presence which significantly benefit Richmond and Virginia. See if we’re a match for your organization Grant Application Process
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Virginia-based 501(c)(3) exempt organizations that have not received funding in the past five years. Focuses on capital projects in areas like arts and culture, civic and community needs, education, environment and conservation, historic preservation, and social services and welfare. Must register and submit a Contact Form by August 28, 2026. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $50,000 - $500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Capital Projects Grants are due September 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Capital Projects Grants is funded by The Mary Morton Parsons Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Virginia. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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