Giving & Investing

Create Impact

with the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia

The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia is building a region that works for everyone. We do that by bringing together individuals like you who care about our community to give together in supporting causes, organizations, and programs that are working to create a vibrant and rich community. 

The Community Foundation is here to help you, your family, or your business, make the most impact with your charitable giving - ensuring your gifts not only reach those in need but also drive meaningful, lasting change. Since 1978 we have connected with thousands of donors in making impact in the community and beyond. Today, we are the trusted charitable giving partner to more than 200 fund partners

Explore the giving options below and choose the one that resonates most with you. If you have any questions about how to give back, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Make an Online Gift Today

Donate Online
Give back by supporting the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia. Your gift helps us create opportunities, support nonprofits, and lead community initiatives throughout the region. All donations to the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia are tax deductible. Thank you for your contribution to the community today – and your continued support tomorrow.
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Establish a Fund

Establish a Fund
We can quickly help you set up your charitable fund that best suits your giving purpose. As the donor, you will remain actively involved in supporting issues that are most important to you. Grant awards are issued to charities in the name of the fund (or anonymously if you prefer).
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Donate to a Current Fund

Donate to a Current Fund at the Community Foundation
Join others who share your passions and make an impact by supporting one or more of the 250 funds managed by the Community Foundation. All donations to funds at CFNOVA are tax deductible.
DONATE TO A FUND

Ways to Give

Ways to Give
Learn about all of the ways you can engage your philanthropic goals today. The Community Foundation accepts gifts in a variety of formats, including stocks, noncash options, securities, retirement accounts, and more.
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Join a Giving Circle

Join a Giving Circle
A Giving Circle brings together individuals who pool their charitable funds, learn about community challenges, and collectively decide where to direct their impact. 
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Reynolds“We are excited to finally be a part of the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia through our donor advised fund. We chose CFNOVA for the professionalism, dedication and care of the staff as well as the convenience and ease of earmarking funds to benefit adoption, children, healthcare and other meaningful organizations throughout the area.” 
— Stacey and Kevin Reynolds, Donor Advisors, The Reynolds Family Charitable Fund