04/29/2026
The other winners:
Valley Alley, $22,000: Valley Alley will offer a unique retro bowling experience with modern conveniences, featuring 15
lanes of full-sized 10-pin bowling, an arcade with vintage classics, and a streamlined food and beverage program
highlighting local beer and updated takes on classic favorites. Valley Alley will be located at Willow Oak Plaza, just a
short walk from Waynesboro’s historic downtown.
Passerine Market, $12,000: Passerine Market will be a specialty food market and wine bar offering charcuterie, gourmet
cheeses, local produce, and Lightwell Survey wines. Passerine Market has plans to be located in Downtown Waynesboro.
Waynesboro Inspiration Station, $3,000: Waynesboro Inspiration Station will be an expansion of Crozet Inspiration
Station, a hands-on creative studio and children’s boutique with a mission to create, connect, and inspire creativity in
every child. They will offer drop-in art experiences, memberships, camps, and a one-of-a-kind specialty toy shop. They
plan to open their second location in the historic Virginia Metalcrafters Marketplace.
Trellis Art Collective, $3,000: Trellis Art Collective is an artist-led creative and commercial space located in the Virginia
Metalcrafters Marketplace. Trellis was founded in 2026 in response to the need for accessible, affordable spaces where
Shenandoah Valley artists can connect and make work outside of the home. They plan to offer classes, a small gallery
and retail shop, and art subscription mail club.