PORTSMOUTH PARTNERSHIP

Promoting economic growth, leadership and education within the city of Portsmouth

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The Vann H. Lefcoe Leadership Development Foundation

The Lefcoe Leadership Foundation and its three-month Leadership Program were founded in 1996 and are named for Portsmouth leader, volunteer and native son, Vann H. Lefcoe, who lost his battle with cancer in 1996. The Foundation's Leadership Program exists to identify, educate and encourage future leaders within the city of Portsmouth. Its twelve weekly meetings feature lectures, small group discussion, reference reading and visits from elected city, state and federal representatives, as well as members of various community organizations and agencies. As of March 2008, 262 adults have successfully completed the program, and over 75% have volunteered to serve on city commissions or community organizations. More information is available at www.lefcoeleaders.org.


 
Portsmouth Partnership Foundation

Founded in 2003 with $100,000 in seed money from the Portsmouth Partnership, the Portsmouth Partnership Foundation was created to support worthwhile projects within the city of Portsmouth. An Advisory Committee of Lefcoe alumni reviews applications and make recommendations to the Partnership's Executive Committee. Over the years the Foundation has supported many deserving organizations, some of which are shown below. Click on the image to learn more about the organizations!


 
 
Bon Secours Portsmouth Partnership Foundation VA
Bon Secours-Columbia University Heart Institute
Elizabeth River Project Portsmouth, VA
Elizabeth River Project
Urban Arts Center Portsmouth VA
Urban Arts Center Ensemble
Habitat Portsmouth VA Portsmouth Partnership
Habitat for Humanity
Starbase Victory Elementary Portsmouth Partnership Foundation VA
Starbase Victory
 
 
Grants

Grants are reviewed quarterly. Grant requests must be submitted in written form to Mr. Bill Magann, Portsmouth Partnership Foundation, 200 High Street, Suite 201, Portsmouth, VA 23704 by:

  • March 15
  • June 15
  • September 15
  • December 15

For additional information, please contact Betty Jo Gwaltney at 397-8473.