
The Giving Circle of HOPE, which helps people in need in Northern Virginia by awarding grants and conducting service programs, has opened its 2013 grant cycle. Grants up to $7,000 will be awarded to local non-profit organizations through a competitive screening process. Grant applications are due by August 15 and may be accessed at http://www.givingcircleofhope.org/ or requested by e-mail at grants@givingcircleofhope.org. Since its inception the Giving Circle of HOPE has given out over $665,000 to organizations in Northern Virginia.