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Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation

 
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    Funder Type

    Corporate Foundation

    IT Classification

    C - Funds little to no technology

    Authority

    Dominion Foundation

    Summary

    The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation awards grants in four focus areas:

    • Basic human needs grants that support increased food security, housing and shelter, and access to health care.
    • Community vitality grants to foster an appreciation of diversity, revitalize neighborhoods and ensure a vibrant community life through support of cultural endeavors.
    • Education grants to develop the capacity of the future workforce, especially in STEM and energy fields.
    • Environmental stewardship grants to protect natural resources and help make efficient use of energy.

    Successful grant proposals should:

    • Focus on specific, short term project(s) that promise measurable results to improve the environment and/or provide meaningful educational opportunities
    • Represent innovative and promising ideas to meet stated objectives
    • Demonstrate careful planning and strong likelihood of success, including plans to sustain the project
    • Include plans to evaluate and share results on effectiveness of the program

    Priority will be given to projects that support one or more of the following:

    • Educating K-12 students and the public about environmental stewardship
    • Protecting and preserving natural habitats
    • Improving open spaces and making nature accessible
     

    History of Funding

    The foundation awards 350 to 400 awards in each of its Spring and Fall application cycles.


    In Fall 2025 and Spring 2026, these awards were split across the following states:

    • Connecticut: 72
    • North Carolina: 25
    • Rhode Island: 9
    • South Carolina: 241
    • Virginia: 422
    • West Virginia: 16

    More information may be viewed at:

    • Fall 2025 awards - https://cdn-dominionenergy-prd-001.azureedge.net/-/media/content/about/our-company/pdfs/global/foundation-fall-2025-grants-list.pdf?rev=788c1b14555b4bf885a893519995dbf0
    • Spring 2026 awards - https://cdn-dominionenergy-prd-001.azureedge.net/-/media/content/about/our-company/pdfs/global/foundation-spring-2026-grants-list.pdf?rev=67155e1f23804e479c4c34d8e544f03c

    Additional Information

    Dominion will consider full funding of amounts requested in each proposal but reserves the right to fund some proposals partially. Budget items may include but are not limited to:

    • Instructional materials and supplies
    • Admission fees
    • Transportation costs for student activities
    • Teacher staff development specifically related to the project
    • Substitute teachers required for student or staff development activities
    • Equipment specifically related to the proposed project

    Foundation grant support will not cover:

    • Tangible benefits, including utility payments to Dominion Energy or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates
    • Individuals
    • Religious programs of churches or other sectarian organizations
    • Fraternal, political, advocacy or labor organizations
    • Projects or organizations that are not located within geographic areas where Dominion Energy provides electricity or natural gas service, or has significant facilities or business interests
    • Fund-raising events (dinners, lunches, etc.)
    • Golf tournaments or other sporting events
    • Organizations without 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
    • Organizations that limit membership and services based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, age or national origin
    • Advertising for benefit or courtesy purposes
    • Travel-related events, including student trips or tours
    • Memorial campaigns

    The primary interest of the foundation is to support programs and specific projects. Consequently, support of capital campaigns is limited and provided on an exceptional basis. The foundation does not typically fund university research projects or endow chairs.

    Contacts

    Dominion Foundation Staff

    Dominion Foundation Staff
    701 East Cary Street 20th Floor
    Richmond, VA 23219
     

  • Eligibility Details

    Eligible grantees are not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organizations that focus on human needs, environmental stewardship, education, and community vitality.


    Organizations within geographic areas (listed below) where Dominion Energy provides electricity or natural gas service, or has significant facilities or business interests:

    • Virginia
    • South Carolina
    • North Carolina (Northeast region)
    • Connecticut (Hartford, Windham, Tolland, Middlesex, and New London Counties)
    • Rhode Island (Kent and Washington Counties), and
    • West Virginia (Grant and Tucker Counties).

    Deadline Details

    The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation will accept grant requests online during two grant cycles each year. Similar deadlines are anticipated annually.

    • Grant cycle opens January 12, 2026 and applications are due February 20, 2026.
    • Grant cycle opens August 3, 2026 and applications are due September 11, 2026.

    Award Details

    Individual awards typically range from $1,000 to $15,000, while higher amounts may be awarded when a program is an exceptional fit.

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