Mansfield and Waterville Community Funds Award $44K in Local Grants

The Community Foundation of NCW announced that the Mansfield and Waterville Community Funds have awarded a combined $44,293 in grants to support local projects that enhance quality of life in these historic wheat-farming communities.

The Mansfield Community Fund awarded $35,000 in grants to support three transformative projects. The Town of Mansfield received funding for two initiatives: furnishing Pioneer Hall with new tables and chairs, and enhancing Main Street with heritage-themed displays. The Mansfield Museum & Historical Society was awarded funding to complete restoration of the Great Northern Railway Section Foreman House, preserving an important piece of the town’s railroad heritage.The Waterville Community Fund distributed $9,293 across three community-enriching projects. The Waterville Food Pantry received funding for exterior building maintenance to ensure continued service to local families in need. The North Central Washington Fair in Waterville was granted support to complete renovations of the Open Class Horse Barn. Additionally, the Waterville Main Street Association received funding to support their “Hallmark Christmas” initiative, which helps create festive holiday experiences in the downtown area.“These grants reflect our ongoing commitment to preserving and enhancing the quality of life in our rural communities,” said Denise Sorom, who along with Jennifer Short, facilitated the grant review process. “From supporting essential services like the food pantry to investing in cultural landmarks and community gathering spaces, these projects will have a lasting impact on both Mansfield and Waterville.”

Both funds are managed by the Community Foundation of NCW and provide annual grants to qualified organizations serving their respective communities. The funds were established through the generosity of community leaders and gifts. The Waterville Fund honors Fund Founders Earle Jenkin, Hazel Dorsey, Genevieve Gollehon, Bob and Jane Hensel, and Gladys Helmick, while the Mansfield Fund recognizes the Estate of Neil Asmussen as its Fund Founder.

For more information about contributing to either fund or applying for future grants, contact the Community Foundation at 509-663-7716.

 

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