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Richmond Christmas Mother Fund

The Richmond Christmas Mother Fund, offered by the Richmond Times-Dispatch, helps nonprofits in the Greater Richmond region brighten the holidays for individuals and families who are in need. Through holiday assistance programs, such as toys, gifts, clothing, or food, The Richmond Christmas Mother Fund supports the tradition of community generosity by area citizens to their less fortunate neighbors.

If you are an individual or family in need, please contact The Salvation Army-Central Virginia Area Command directly for assistance.

Donate to Richmond Christmas Mother Fund

Individuals and businesses that wish to support the Richmond Christmas Mother Fund may contribute by check or online. Please make checks payable to Richmond Christmas Mother, PO Box 25864, Richmond, VA 23260 (Attn: Christmas Mother) and direct all credit card donations to https://www.richmond.com/christmas-mother/donate/. 

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for a Richmond Christmas Mother Fund grant, an organization must be a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that serves the residents of the Greater Richmond region. Religious institutions are eligible to apply only if participation in any program supported by the Richmond Christmas Mother Fund is not limited by religious affiliation and benefits the broader community.

Grant Priorities

If you are an individual or family in need, please contact The Salvation Army-Central Virginia Area Command directly for assistance.

The Richmond Christmas Mother Fund seeks to support nonprofits that provide assistance or reduce social isolation to clients in need, with a special focus on services related to the holiday season, excluding Thanksgiving. These services include, but are not limited to:

  • Food / holiday meals
  • Toys
  • Gifts
  • Clothing
  • Transportation related to participation in holiday events

Grant Amount

Grant amounts will typically range from $1,000 - $5,000.

Timeline

  • Grant Proposal Due - Application opens August 15.  All proposals are due no later than 5 p.m. on Thursday, September 15.
  • Committee Review - September - November
  • Grant Decision - Mid November

Access online system

The deadline to submit a 2022 Richmond Christmas Mother proposal is
Thursday, Sept. 15 by 5:00 p.m. 

Review Process

Community Foundation staff will perform an initial review to ensure applications are eligible and complete. The Richmond Christmas Mother Fund Advisory Committee will make its funding recommendations by mid November.

Reporting Requirement

Grantees may be asked to participate in Richmond Christmas Mother outreach events and activities, as well as publicly recognize the contribution from the Richmond Christmas Mother Fund when appropriate. We also encourage organizations to submit photos to the Richmond Times-Dispatch as events are happening. Details will be included in grant award letters.

Donate to Richmond Christmas Mother Fund

Individuals and businesses that wish to support the Richmond Christmas Mother Fund may contribute by check or online. Please make checks payable to Richmond Christmas Mother, 300 East Franklin Street, Richmond, VA 23219 (Attn: Christmas Mother). To pay by credit card, visit https://www.richmond.com/christmas-mother/donate/.