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ACT for Alexandria is Alexandria’s home for philanthropy and for people who want to make a difference. ACT... When you absolutely want to improve Alexandria!

We are a community foundation dedicated to improving the lives of people in Alexandria, Virginia.

06/19/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, ACT for Alexandria's office is closed on Friday, June 19th. Today we take time to celebrate freedom and unity.

06/17/2026

ACT believes that strong nonprofits are the foundation of a thriving community. That’s why capacity building has remained a core part of our work for the past 20 years. ACT’s 2025 Capacity Building Grant program focused on strengthening organizational resilience, recognizing that sustainable impact begins with healthy, supported teams.

One of our grantees, OAR of Arlington, Alexandria, and Falls Church has embraced this approach through a deep commitment to staff well-being. Executive Director, Elizabeth Jones Valderrama, believes that prioritizing well-being should not be viewed as optional, but an expectation woven into an organization’s culture.

By investing in the well-being of those who serve others, organizations like OAR are building the resilience needed to strengthen their teams, deepen their impact, and better serve our community for years to come.

06/12/2026

We also practice this with our team! ACT has a sabbatical policy for all of our employees, and recently our President & CEO, Heather Peeler, used her time away to travel, visit with family, and be creative.

06/10/2026

At ACT, one of our core beliefs is that supporting our community means investing in the organizations that care for our community.

In 2025, ACT awarded eight $10,000 Capacity Building Grants to strengthen organizational resilience by supporting the people and systems behind the work. By investing in staff well-being, leadership development, and operational sustainability, these grants support the long-term resilience needed to create lasting community impact.

This quote from Lynn Thomas, Executive Director of Community Lodgings highlights how investment in organizational resilience is essential to sustaining meaningful change.

Learn more about the impact of ACT's capacity-building grants in our 2025 Impact Report: https://ow.ly/yvMT50ZacRl

06/03/2026

Expanding tenant protections are critical to economic well-being in Alexandria. ACT is proud to support stakeholders implementing a local Eviction Diversion Program that will allow tenants more time and opportunity to avoid eviction judgements.

Learn more about eviction diversion programs on ACT's Housing Stability webpage: https://www.actforalexandria.org/housing-stability/

06/02/2026

❓ What is economic-well being?
❓ How does ACT use advocacy as a tool to advance economic well-being in Alexandria and across Virginia?
❓ How does local government track progress toward achieving economic well-being?

Last week, ACT hosted a virtual stakeholder briefing that answered these questions, explored the case for economic well-being and the powerful role that advocacy plays in achieving it.

Watch the video to hear from Katherine Clardy Key, City of Alexandria Performance Analyst, and Brandi Yee, ACT's Chief Program Officer: https://ow.ly/yuaa50Z4uhQ

05/29/2026

We are honored that three members of the ACT family are a part of the Chamber ALX 40 over 40. Congratulations to the entire Class of 2026! The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce

05/27/2026

At ACT, capacity building means investing in organizational resilience, well-being, and trust-based philanthropic practices that help nonprofits thrive long-term. Since 2005, ACT has invested more than $2M in capacity-building grants to Alexandria nonprofits.

As part of our commitment to equity, ACT takes a trust-based approach to grantmaking that helps break down traditional power dynamics between funders and grantees, creating a collaborative environment that supports listening, learning, and true partnership.

Learn more about ACT’s 2026 Capacity Building Grants: https://ow.ly/h0cR50Z4Jqw

05/25/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, ACT for Alexandria’s office is closed on Monday, May 25.

We are grateful to and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

05/22/2026

Did you know that community foundations are held to standards beyond the IRS? ACT for Alexandria is excited to share that we have renewed our Community Foundation National Standards accreditation. This is a voluntary accreditation that indicates our commitment to excellence, accountability, and transparency as we support our community.

Learn more at www.cfstandards.org.

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201 N. Union Street, Suite 110
Alexandria, VA
22314

Telephone

+17037397778

Website

http://www.actforalexandria.org/

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