The Greater Richmond Chamber Foundation provides local businesses and individuals a tax-deductible resource for promoting economic development, education, leadership and regional cooperation programs.
The Greater Richmond Chamber Foundation is an independent, but closely aligned, charitable affiliate of the Greater Richmond Chamber. Led by a 24-member volunteer Board of Directors, the Foundation's charge is to improve the local business environment through the enhancement of the quality of life, the development of human resources and the improvement of economic stability.
Founded in 1980, the Foundation accomplishes most of its mission through grants to community organizations and Chamber programs as well as providing fiscal agency services.
Mission
To enhance Greater Richmond's business environment and quality of life by facilitating tax deductible contributions and other resources to support economic development, regional cooperation, education and leadership development.
Goal
To respond to business and community needs by assisting charitable organizations and other service providers in obtaining fiscal services and needed funding.
Areas of Emphasis
Economic Development | The Foundation promotes local economic development through the support of programs that enhance business and infrastructure growth. Examples of programs include the Greater Richmond Partnership, Inc., Friends of Richmond International Airport, Virginians for High Speed Rail and the Sports Backers' Sport Event Incubator.
Education | The Foundation supports programs that utilize education to connect area businesses and training opportunities to better prepare for tomorrow's business needs. Examples of programs include workforcE3 and the Creative Change Center (C3).
Regional Cooperation | The Foundation facilitates regional cooperation through the support of programs that work to create an enhanced quality of life for all Greater Richmond area citizens. Examples of programs include Virginians Racing for the Hall of Fame and the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation.
Leadership | The Foundation supports a variety of organizations that are preparing our region's leaders, both in the business community and through early childhood development. Examples of programs include Success By 6 (formerly Youth Matters) and Leadership Metro Richmond.
Services Provided
Grants | The Foundation provides grants to organizations needing financial support to either start a new program or enhance an existing program. Preference is given to initiatives that address the Greater Richmond business community and start-up projects requiring only seed money.
Fiscal Agency | The Foundation serves as fiscal agent for certain programs, receiving and disbursing funds deposited within a designated account. Services can include billing, accounting, investment and banking assistance as well as other financial services.
The Greater Richmond Chamber Foundation welcomes both designated and undesignated contributions from businesses and individuals. If you wish to make an undesignated contribution, the Foundation will distribute your gift to current or new programs.
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To discuss the details of your gift or to learn more about sponsoring a program of your own, please contact Rob Anderson at (804) 783-9303
