The Phil VA

09/01/2026

Beyond learning academic essentials, children need to build self-confidence to truly thrive. 🎭 For 45 years, SPARC - Youth Performing Arts has been using the performing arts to help Richmond youth develop creativity and compassion. Learn more about its programs here:

SPARC Richmond helps build confidence and creativity in young people through performing arts education.

08/26/2026

Tee up for a great cause at the Fore the Kids Golf Tournament on September 2 in Forest! Gather your foursome, enjoy a day on the course and help support CASA of Central Virginia.

Join us for CASA of Central Virginia and Big Brother Big Sister’s Fore the Kids Golf Tournament! This…

08/24/2026

Mark your calendars for Carnival for Cora’s Cause on August 30 in Fredricksburg! Bring the whole family out for an afternoon of games, food, entertainment and fun, with proceeds supporting the FGP Fairy Godmother Project! Learn more:

Bring the whole family and enjoy an afternoon of fun, games, food, and entertainment, all while making a…

08/20/2026

With students heading back to school and preparing for the future, access to higher education remains more important than ever. These three Virginia nonprofits that are helping make college more attainable through scholarships, financial support and educational resources for students across the commonwealth.

Discover three Virginia foundations that provide financial support to help students achieve their higher education goals.

08/20/2026

Virginia's rivers, mountains and coastline offer endless ways to explore, but not every kid gets the same chance to participate. These four Virginia nonprofits are working to change that — pairing kids with mentors, teaching outdoor skills and opening doors to nature that might otherwise stay closed.

https://thephilva.com/2026/08/20/four-nonprofits-getting-youth-outdoors-across-the-state/

08/19/2026

As National Wellness Month continues and the school year starts, read about how Richmond Volleyball Club creates a place of belonging for school-aged children to adults wanting to find community:

Richmond Volleyball Club ensures everyone looking for a space of belonging on the volleyball court is welcome.

08/17/2026

Get ready for going back to school with the 1st Annual Community Empowerment Fest on August 22. Put on by Hope & Ability Workforce Foundation , there will be local organizations, free school supplies and workshops for kids. Find out more about the festival here:

Hope & Ability Workforce Foundation is bringing the community together for our FIRST annual Community Empowerment Fest &…

08/14/2026

As the school year kicks off, it's also time to start thinking about how to organize your child's time before and after the school day. NextUp RVA’s locator tool connects families with activities for continued youth development. Learn more:

NextUp RVA launched the Youth Program Locator to connect Richmond families with affordable afterschool and out-of-school time programs.

08/12/2026

Sign up today for the The King's Daughters for CHKD RunWalk for the Kids on August 29! Choose the 5K, 2-Mile Walk or virtual option and help support CHKD while making memories with family and friends. Register today:

Be a part of our 20th CHKD RunWalk for the Kids on August 29, 2026, at Waterside District,…

08/11/2026

We sat down with Northern Virginia Mental Health Foundation’s Joan Ehrlich and Lyn Tomlinson to learn how small grants create big ripple effects – covering everything from urgent dental work to rent to keep people grounded during a mental health crisis. As Tomlinson puts it, even $5 or $25 can make a difference.
Read the full Q&A to learn how the foundation serves the Fairfax-Falls Church community:

Learn how the Northern Virginia Mental Health Foundation provides emergency funding for rent, dental work and more to help people in crisis.