The AIA Central Virginia ‘Do Good’ Grant
Image of AIA CV’s Visit to Southwood Neighborhood.
Let’s get something started together.
Our mission as Architects is to build a world that is beautiful, safe, and inclusive. We all work hard to find the best solutions to our clients, give time to our community, and sponsor area nonprofits. We volunteer with Building Goodness Foundation, Habitat for Humanity, and many more local and national organizations. As Architects we make a difference in the world each day through our actions, knowledge, and designs.
AIA Central Virginia wants to help you do even more good. We are offering one $1,500 grant to support your efforts and jump start your project. You organize and lead it; we will help fund it. Bring us your project idea that will make the world better! If you’ve had an idea brewing in your mind, we hope this will be the incentive to make it a reality.
Need some primers to get things started? How about these ideas?
Partner with Give Solar to install a solar PV array on an area non-profit roof
Design and build a ramp for Building Goodness Foundation client
Design and publish an architecture curriculum for middle schoolers in home schools
Create an architectural walking tour of Charlottesville and publish it electronically
Funds should be used and projects should be completed within 12 months of award, though exceptions may be considered. This grant is exclusive to AIA Central Virginia members and AIAS students at UVA and JMU. Proposals shall include the following:
Name of applicant or team members if submitting a proposal as a group. Include AIA number(s) for all applicants.
Identification of any collaborating companies or organizations that will be engaged.
Project description statement identifying how the project / design / donation will impact the community and ‘do good’
A preliminary project schedule.
A financial plan for how the grant funds will be used and, if necessary, how additional funding will be procured to complete the project.
All materials shall be delivered digitally in PDF format
Applications are due June 30, 2025. Email proposals to charles@thegainesgroup.com. A grant Committee will evaluate and notify the award recipient will be notified within 30 days of the deadline.