Capital Trail Outdoor equity FUnd awards over $116K

Established in 2021, the Capital Trail Outdoor Equity Fund has now awarded over $116,000 for recreational programs that build equitable outdoor access utilizing the Virginia Capital Trail, a 52-mile recreational resource connecting communities from Richmond to Williamsburg.

“We were impressed with the diversity of the projects being requested and are thrilled to be able to support twelve organizations this year,” shares Cat Anthony, executive director of the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation. “I am grateful to Dominion Energy, Bon Secours, our board of directors, and our Trail supporters for helping provide quality outdoor experiences for our underserved communities.”

Fostering Community and Enhancing Outdoor Experiences

The 2026-27 OEF application will open in the summer of 2026. Please reach out to Special Events and Program Manager, Steph at steph@virginiacapitaltrail.org for any questions you have in the meantime, or to be added to the list of organizations notified when the application opens next.