Past Grant Programs

ACT supports and encourages nonprofit excellence and strengthens leadership within nonprofits by investing in organizational needs. ACT has invested more than $1,000,000 in capacity-building grants to Alexandria nonprofits since 2005.

In light of our commitment to equity, ACT has adopted a trust-based approach to grantmaking that breaks down the traditional power dynamic between funder and grantee and begins to create a collaborative environment that supports listening, learning, and true partnership. We believe it will enable ACT to be more nimble and responsive to needs that arise.

Take a look at previous grant opportunities for a greater understanding of our work.

Alexandria Resilience Fund

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit our community in March 2020, ACT quickly worked with the City of Alexandria to mobilize partners, donors, and nonprofit organizations to
meet our community’s needs head-on.

Alexandria Resilience Fund

Sleeves Up, ALX

Sleeves Up, ALX was a collaboration with ACT and the Alexandria Health Department to provide $145,657 in grant funding to eight nonprofit organizations to assist with COVID-19 vaccine outreach initiatives and awareness building activities.

Sleeves Up, ALX: COVID-19 Vaccine Partnership Program

Alexandria Childcare Workforce Stabilization

ACT for Alexandria partnered with the City of Alexandria Department of Community & Human Services (DCHS) to support childcare providers impacted by the pandemic, distributing more than $1.7 million to childcare providers serving the community.

Alexandria Childcare Workforce Stabilization Grant Program

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