Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges is to advance the distinctive values and strengths of our fifteen smaller enrollment, undergraduate, residential Virginia member colleges. We do this by securing financial support from the private sector, increasing visibility, facilitating innovative and collaborative initiatives between the colleges, and supporting initiatives which ensure that this personalized educational experience remains an affordable choice for tomorrow’s citizen-leaders. The VFIC is a not-for-profit corporation tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowable by law. Copies of the financial statement are available upon request.