Washington, DC (Oct. 8, 2026) — In its second round of gifting this year, the Venable Foundation announced today that it has granted $1,175,000 to 128 nonprofits across the United States to support operations, programming, and other community-focused initiatives.
Total grants by city include:
- $470,000 to 45 organizations in Washington, DC/Northern Virginia
- $265,000 to 20 organizations in Baltimore
- $167,500 to 21 organizations in New York City
- $120,000 to 18 organizations in Los Angeles
- $50,000 to 8 organizations in San Francisco
- $37,500 to 7 organizations in Chicago
- $40,000 to 6 organizations in Miami
- $25,000 to 3 organizations in Denver
“Our nonprofit partners are on the front lines of addressing some of the most pressing needs in their communities,” said Michael Bigley, director of the Venable Foundation. “We are grateful for their dedication and proud that the Venable Foundation can help advance their work and extend their impact.”
Grants are given to nonprofits that align with one of the foundation’s eight focus areas—arts and culture, education, environment, health, human services, legal services, workforce development, and youth impact—and are located in a city where Venable operates. While grant amounts may vary, the average amount awarded is $10,000. One final slate of funding requests for the year is currently under review, with final determinations announced in December. For more information on future application deadlines, eligibility, and for a complete list of 2026 grantees to date, visit the Venable Foundation website.
The Venable Foundation, which is proudly funded by the partners of Venable LLP, is one of the oldest law firm foundations in the United States and is regularly recognized and ranked as one of the most charitable. In its 43rd year, the Foundation awarded $2.3 million in grants to 246 nonprofit organizations last year.
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