Diverse volunteers serving Prince William County community

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Forging a Stronger, Healthier,and More Connected Community

We confront food insecurity, expand access to health and education, and mobilize philanthropy to remove barriers and empower families across Prince William County.

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Our Mission

Building a Stronger Prince William County

The Prince William County Community Foundation, Inc. (PWCCF) is dedicated to cultivating philanthropic support to ensure the ongoing well-being and vibrancy of Prince William County communities. Our commitment lies in enhancing the residents' quality of life by actively engaging in research and implementing solutions that contribute to the common good.

We foster a resilient and thriving community for both present and future generations — because we believe every resident deserves an equitable opportunity to thrive.

Food Security & Nutrition
Health & Wellness
Scholarships & Education
Philanthropy & Community Grants

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Sentara Cares $25,000 check presentation to PWC Community Foundation for Back-to-School Community Event

52K+

Families Served Across PWC

$300K

In Grants Awarded

Program Services

How We Serve Our Community

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C.H.O.W. Wagon & School Pantries

Food Security

The C.H.O.W. Wagon (Combating Hunger on Wheels) brings nutritious food directly into neighborhoods and schools, ensuring children can focus on learning and families can focus on building stability.

10.8 million+ meals distributed to date
Serves 88,000+ food-insecure families, military, and veterans
School Food Pantry network across PWCS
Mobile distribution and community partnerships

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C.H.O.W. Wagon & School Pantries

Our Impact

Real Change, Real People

Every dollar, every volunteer hour, every partnership — it all adds up to meaningful, measurable impact in our community.

0.8M+

Meals Distributed

Distributed meals to over 88,000 food insecure families, military personnel, and veterans across Prince William County through our C.H.O.W. Wagon and School Food Pantry network.

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Scholarships Awarded

Awarded scholarships to 145 high school seniors within Prince William County, empowering the next generation with access to higher education and post-secondary pathways.

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Philanthropy

Grants and sponsorships distributed to 230 local nonprofits and businesses throughout Prince William County, strengthening the ecosystem of organizations serving our community.

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Community Events Hosted

From food distributions to health clinics and large-scale community gatherings, we created spaces where families found support, resources, and connection.

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Help Us Make a Difference

There are many ways to support our mission. Whether through financial giving, volunteering your time, or spreading the word — every contribution matters.

Donate

Your financial gift directly funds meal distributions, scholarships, and grants to local nonprofits throughout Prince William County. Every dollar stays local.

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Volunteer

Join our volunteer team for meal distributions, back-to-school outreach, and community events. Your time and energy make an immediate difference.

Volunteer Opportunities

Apply for Grants

Apply for funding through our grant programs. We support local nonprofits and community organizations working to address challenges in Prince William County.

Grant Opportunities

Select a Donation Amount

$100 supports 10 local nonprofits through PWC Gives!

Grants & FAQ

Everything You Need to Know

From applying for grants to donating, we've answered the most common questions below.

Any registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating within Prince William County, Virginia is eligible to apply. Organizations must be in good standing with the IRS and able to demonstrate direct community impact.

Grant awards typically range from $1,000 to $10,000 per organization per cycle. Exceptional proposals addressing critical community needs may be considered for higher amounts at the discretion of the PWCCF grants committee.

The PWC Gives! grant cycle opens annually in the spring. Applications are typically accepted from April through June, with awards announced in August. Subscribe to our newsletter to be notified when applications open.

We prioritize projects addressing food insecurity, education access, health and wellness, workforce development, and arts & culture within Prince William County. Proposals must clearly articulate measurable community outcomes.

Yes! PWCCF awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors residing in Prince William County. Applications are available through your school's guidance counselor and open each spring semester.

100% of your donation supports programs, grants, and scholarships within Prince William County. PWCCF is committed to minimal administrative overhead to ensure maximum community impact. We are fully transparent with our financials.

How to Apply for a Grant

Our simple 4-step process makes it easy to apply.

Download Application

Get the grant application form from our website or contact our office.

Submit Proposal

Complete your project proposal with budget details and measurable outcomes.

Review Period

The PWCCF grants committee reviews all applications over 6-8 weeks.

Awards Announced

Selected nonprofits are notified and funds are disbursed within 30 days.

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Testimonials

Voices From Our Community

"Lack of adequate food supply has been a constant concern for some of our families and we depend on organizations such as PWCCF and the C.H.O.W. wagon to help serve our community!"

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School Social Worker

Food Security

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