The Williamsburg Community Foundation connects people who care with causes that matter in our community. . .forever.

We pursue this mission by:

• Helping donors respond to emerging and changing community needs;
• Building a permanent, flexible endowment;
• Providing effective stewardship of charitable funds; and
• Serving as a resource, catalyst and coordinator for charitable activities.

1999 — 300th Anniversary of Williamsburg; Greater Williamsburg Community Trust founded Community Endowment started with the proceeds from the 300th Anniversary Celebration.

2000 — $1 million Challenge from Ukrop’s/First Market Bank provides an impetus for giving.

2004 — Attained $1 million in assets.

2005 — Governor’s Land community fundraising event raises over $90,000 for local charities. Became a member of the Council on Foundations and received its seal of approval for compliance with National Standards for Community Foundations. Held first Grant Award Ceremony and began engaging our donors in the grants process.

2005 — Business Partners Make A Difference Fund started to increase our impact in the community.

2006 — Completed a strategic planning process and changed its name to Williamsburg Community Foundation.

2007 — A $300,000 challenge from former chairman, John Jamison, the Chairman’s Challenge, kicks off a campaign to raise funds for the Community Endowment.

2008 — Received largest gift to date and first bequest from the estate of Benjamin Altshuler.

2009 — Surpassed 100 named funds and $3 million in assets. Completed the Chairman's Challenge program which raised over $750,000 for the Community Endowment Fund. Hosted our 10th Anniversary Gala which raised $95,000 to support endowment and other Foundation activities.