Posts by Jennifer Dolge
Registration for Community Foundation’s Give NCW Turkey Trot Now Open
Registration has opened for the Give NCW Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day in Wenatchee at https://runsignup.com/turkeyncw, the Community Foundation of NCW announced today. Give NCW Turkey Trot will feature timed 5K and 10K runs as well as an untimed, free 1K kids run that will start and finish on the Apple Capital Loop Trail adjacent…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation Awards $1.3M in Scholarships
The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $1,309,700 in scholarships to 214 students across North Central Washington and beyond – the largest award amount to date. The Foundation manages over 150 scholarships established by individuals, families, and businesses from across the region who care deeply about supporting local students’ education. Each scholarship is unique –…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation of NCW to host Thanksgiving Day Run to kick off Give NCW Campaign
The Community Foundation of NCW announces the Give NCW Turkey Trot, a new Thanksgiving Day run in Wenatchee to kick off the Give NCW annual giving campaign. The event will offer timed 5K and 10K options as well as an untimed 1K fun run for children. All proceeds from the event will be shared equally…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation Welcomes New Members to the Board of Trustees
The Community Foundation of NCW welcomes four new members to its Board of Trustees: Megan Collyer, Dr. Jennifer Jorgensen, Rosario Nystrom, and Rufus Woods. The Board of Trustees are responsible for oversight of the foundation and ensuring the region’s charitable endowment is well-managed and protected for generations to come. Trustees agree to serve three 3-year…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation Accepting Applications for Grant Programs
The Community Foundation of NCW is now accepting applications for its Regional Impact Grant (RIG) and Woods Family Music and Arts Grant. The RIG is an annual grant program open to nonprofit organizations and public agencies that address community needs in Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties (excluding the Methow Valley). Organizations that are 501(c)(3) public…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation of NCW Awards $104,000 in Methow Valley Fund Game Changer Grants
The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $104,000 in Methow Valley Fund Game Changer Grants to four nonprofits in Methow Valley. The Game Changer Grant, offered annually, provides a significant funding opportunity that empowers a nonprofit organization or collaborative to take their work to the next level and move the needle on a Methow Valley…
Read MoreLocal Nonprofits Awarded $65,000 in Consulting Grants
The Community Foundation of NCW in partnership with Icicle Fund, Thriving Together NCW, and Methow Valley Fund, has awarded $65,000 in Strategic Consulting Grants to 13 nonprofits across the NCW region. The grants provide nonprofits with a consultant to help guide them through their organizational strategies and planning goals for long-term growth and sustainability. “We…
Read MoreMethow Valley Fund Awards $114,000 in Grants
The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $114,000 in grants to 26 local Methow Valley nonprofits from the Methow Valley Fund (MVF). The MVF was established in 2006 to support charitable organizations that work to address local issues and provide enriching experience in arts, culture, education, and recreation. The fund is supported by individual gifts,…
Read MoreGive NCW Raises over $611,000 for Local Nonprofits
The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $611,568 to 73 local nonprofits through Give NCW, an online fundraising campaign from Thanksgiving to December 31st. This is the 8th year of Give NCW which was created to build awareness of nonprofit organizations that are serving the region and to provide an easy way for anyone to…
Read MoreCommunity Foundation Awards $412,000 in Grants to NCW Nonprofits
The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $412,000 through the Regional Impact Grant (RIG) program to 52 nonprofits across North Central Washington. The RIG provides annual core operating support to eligible nonprofits in Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties serving their community in a variety of ways – through access to the arts and cultural experiences,…
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