From digitizing century-old artifacts to documenting ancestral dance traditions, the <a href="https://cfvi.net/Judith-A-Towle-Environmental-Studies-Fund" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands</a> (CFVI), serving as the Humanities Council of the Virgin Islands (HCVI), has awarded nearly $300,000 in grants to 13 organizations and individuals across the U.S. Virgin Islands working to preserve, share and celebrate the humanities and Caribbean culture.&nbsp;
The grants, ranging from $7,500 to $25,000, will fund projects across six focus areas:
<ul><li>Digital preservation: expanding public access to Caribbean stories and history through digitization</li><li>Music and dance: documenting ancestral musical and dance traditions before they're lost</li><li>Art: exploring cultural narratives through artistic expression and poetry</li><li>Historical archiving: preserving and exhibiting pivotal eras such as the Danish West Indies Transfer and the 1848 Emancipation</li><li>Documentary film: capturing Caribbean storytelling for future generations</li><li>Public education: bringing history to life through literacy initiatives, showcases, exhibits and community events</li></ul>





&ldquo;Every community in the Virgin Islands has a story worth preserving and sharing,&rdquo; said Dee Baecher-Brown, president of CFVI. &ldquo;As the Humanities Council of the Virgin Islands, we are proud to invest in organizations that are documenting our history, celebrating our culture, preserving our heritage and creating opportunities for residents and visitors to better understand what makes the Virgin Islands so unique.&rdquo;&nbsp;
This year&rsquo;s awardees include The Children&rsquo;s Museum of St. Croix, The Center for Educational Growth and the United Jazz Foundation, amongst four other organizations and five individuals. The majority of projects received the maximum award of $25,000.&nbsp;
Funding was made possible through investments of $173,361 from the National Endowment for the Humanities and $125,000 from the Federation of State Humanities Councils, with support from the Mellon Foundation.&nbsp;
As the Humanities Council of the Virgin Islands, CFVI works to strengthen the territory&rsquo;s cultural landscape by supporting grantmaking, public humanities programming, community engagement, advocacy and capacity building. Through its grantmaking, CFVI and HCVI seek to preserve the territory&rsquo;s rich history while fostering civic dialogue, cultural understanding and educational opportunities accessible to all residents.&nbsp;
To learn more about CFVI&rsquo;s role as the Humanities Council of the Virgin Islands or to discover grants supporting work in the humanities and more, visit <a href="http://www.cfvi.net/HCVI" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.cfvi.net/HCVI</a>

About The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands
The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) is the leading philanthropic organization in the U.S. Virgin Islands, dedicated to improving the quality of life for all Virgin Islanders. Since 1990, CFVI has served as a trusted steward of charitable resources, partnering with donors, nonprofits, and community leaders to support a wide range of initiatives across education, health, youth and family services, the environment, disaster recovery, and the arts and humanities. With more than 150 active funds and a deep commitment to equity and resilience, CFVI drives impactful, data-informed grantmaking and community investments that strengthen the territory today and for the future. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.cfvi.net/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.cfvi.net</a>.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://cfvi.net/Judith-A-Towle-Environmental-Studies-Fund" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands</a> (CFVI) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Judith A. Towle Environmental Studies Fund grant, which is awarded annually for innovative projects that address shared environmental concerns in the insular Caribbean. The Fund was established in 2003 with an endowment provided by The Mukti Fund in recognition of Judith Towle's efforts to advance environmental awareness throughout the Caribbean. A grant not to exceed $12,000 will be awarded in 2026.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Applications are open to Caribbean residents, nonprofit organizations based in or working in the Caribbean and graduate students conducting applied research focused on the insular Caribbean. Eligible activities include research, internships, workshops, seminars, citizen science initiatives, publications and other environmental education efforts.&nbsp;
&ldquo;At CFVI, we believe meaningful change begins when our community has the resources to turn ideas into action,&rdquo; said CFVI President Dee Baecher-Brown. &ldquo;By investing in innovative projects, we&rsquo;re helping protect the natural and cultural resources that define our islands while empowering individuals and organizations to create lasting, positive change across the Caribbean.&rdquo;
In recent years, the fund has supported a variety of impactful initiatives across the Caribbean. In 2025, the Nevis Historical and Conservation Society received funding to restore the ecological and cultural character of Gallows Bay through a youth-led coconut grove and red mangrove restoration. The St. Croix Science Teachers Association received funding in 2024 to engage students in a citizen science project to address the spread of the invasive Tan-Tan plant through research, environmental education and community partnerships. In 2023 and 2022, individuals in Cuba and Puerto Rico utilized the funding to execute projects focused on protecting wildlife and native plants.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Preserving the Caribbean&rsquo;s natural environment requires curiosity, collaboration and a willingness to think beyond individual islands,&rdquo; says Towle. &ldquo;Whether restoring coastal and marine habitats, engaging young people in scientific research or exploring new approaches to conservation, these efforts demonstrate the power of local leadership to create lasting regional impact.&rdquo;
Applications will be accepted until September 15, 2026, and should be submitted by email to <a href="mailto:general.info@cfvi.net" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">general.info@cfvi.net</a>. Grant recipients will be notified no later than October 30, 2026.&nbsp;
For more information about the Judith A. Towle Environmental Studies Fund, including eligibility, how to apply, and application requirements, please visit the Judith A. Towle Environmental Studies Fund website at <a href="http://www.cfvi.net/Judith-A-Towle-Environmental-Studies-Fund" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.cfvi.net/Judith-A-Towle-Environmental-Studies-Fund</a>.&nbsp; For other grant opportunities, visit <a href="http://www.cfvi.net/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.cfvi.net</a>.&nbsp;

About The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands
The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) is the leading philanthropic organization in the U.S. Virgin Islands, dedicated to improving the quality of life for all Virgin Islanders. Since 1990, CFVI has served as a trusted steward of charitable resources, partnering with donors, nonprofits, and community leaders to support a wide range of initiatives across education, health, youth and family services, the environment, disaster recovery, and the arts and humanities. With more than 150 active funds and a deep commitment to equity and resilience, CFVI drives impactful, data-informed grantmaking and community investments that strengthen the territory today and for the future. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.cfvi.net/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.cfvi.net</a>.&nbsp;

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