About Us
About Us
The Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia began operations as a private foundation on July 1, 2022. The Wellspring Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to enhancing the health and wellbeing for the Virginia residents of Washington, Grayson, Russell and Smyth counties through purposeful partnerships.
In the midst of the region’s abundant natural resources and growth opportunities, we recognize many challenges facing our communities are rooted in poverty, poor physical and mental health, addiction, lack of universal access to essential healthcare, population decline and economic challenges. We realize that no one can tackle these issues alone, and that’s why we’re here to help. Our operating model emphasizes convening people and facilitating discussions to address regional issues.
We are grateful to partner with organizations throughout our four-county service area by providing much needed resources that will enable them to enhance the health and wellbeing of residents in their respective communities. We look forward to supporting collaborative efforts that will have a lasting, transformative impact on our region.
Our Vision, Mission and Values
Vision
Leveraging collaborative partnerships to promote a healthy, thriving region.
Mission
To enhance the health and wellbeing for the Virginia residents of Washington, Grayson, Russell and Smyth counties by cultivating goal-oriented partnerships.
VALUES
Commitment
We are dedicated to our mission
and the people we serve.
Commitment
Compassion
We care about the individuals within our service region.
Compassion
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the
highest ethical standards.
Integrity
Stewardship
We will carefully and responsibly manage
the Foundation’s assets.
Stewardship
Transparency
We make pertinent information about
the Foundation accessible.
Transparency
Our Areas of Interest
At the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia, we are dedicated to fostering positive change in our communities through strategic philanthropy. By focusing on these key pillars, we aim to enhance the overall wellbeing and prosperity of the residents in Washington, Grayson, Russell and Smyth counties, creating a lasting impact for generations to come.
- Health
- Children & Families
- Workforce Development
- Education
- Economic Development
Health
The Wellspring Foundation seeks to protect and promote the health of all people in the communities we serve.
We are committed to supporting the physical, mental and social wellbeing of our residents.
Children & Families
Our region’s future starts with healthy children and families. At the Wellspring
Foundation, we are focused on nurturing the inherent potential in every child and supporting organizations that make the wellbeing of children and families their priority.
Workforce Development
Businesses need healthy, educated and trained workers to be successful, and
our people are our most important asset. The Wellspring Foundation is committed to investing in
projects that support growth and increased employment opportunities.
Education
The Wellspring Foundation seeks to protect and promote learning and skills development opportunities
at all stages for all people in the communities within the service region.
Economic Development
Economic growth creates new job opportunities, which lead to an improved quality of life for existing and future residents. The Wellspring Foundation seeks to invest
in initiatives that promote economic diversification and growth in the communities we serve.
HOW IT WORKS
Our Methodology
Utilizing a community-driven methodology, the Wellspring Foundation of Southwest Virginia, as a philanthropic partner, strategically allocates resources to address the multifaceted challenges faced by the residents of Washington, Grayson, Russell and Smyth counties. Fostering collaborative efforts with local expertise in healthcare, business, education and more, we seek to create lasting, positive impact for the enduring wellbeing of Southwest Virginia.
01
Partnering
We engage with local stakeholders and ongoing initiatives to convene cross-sector focus groups, fostering collaboration and serving as a trusted partner within the nonprofit community.
02
Grantmaking
We prioritize partnerships that address community issues collaboratively, leveraging the strengths of each partner to address challenges at their core.
03
Transforming
Aligned with our mission, we aim to enhance the health and wellbeing of Washington, Grayson, Russell and Smyth counties, driving transformative change within our service region.
