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July 11 2025

Methow Valley Fund Game Changer Grant Awards $100,000 to Friends of the Pool and Public School Funding Alliance

The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $50,000 to Friends of the Pool and $50,000 to the Public School Funding Alliance through the Methow Valley Fund Game Changer Grant. This ...

July 1 2025

2025 Applications Open for Legacy Fund Grants in Cashmere, Chelan Valley, Upper Valley, and Wenatchee Valley

2024 Grant Celebration Picture with one of the Upper Valley Fund Grant Recipients, Wenatchee River Institute The Community Foundation of NCW is now accepting applications for Legacy Fund Grants in ...
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June 24 2025

Community Foundation Awards $31,800 in Grants to Benefit Youth

Cascade School District's Alpine Lakes and Icicle River Ski and Snowboard Program The Community Foundation of NCW has distributed $31,800 in the last year through the NCW Foundation for Youth ...

May 14 2025

Community Foundation of NCW Awards $144,000 in Grants to Okanogan County Nonprofits

The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $144,000 through its new Legacy Fund Grant program to charitable organizations in Okanogan County. The Okanogan Valley Legacy Fund supports these grants addressing ...

May 8 2025

Craig Homchick of Wenatchee Honored with Robert L. White Award for Excellence in Community Philanthropy

Craig and his family who came to celebrate his award Presented by Leslie Freytag, CFNCW Board Trustee The Community Foundation of North Central Washington (CFNCW) is proud to announce that ...

April 23 2025

Accepting Applications for Leadership Institute of NCW – Grant County

The Community Foundation of NCW is now accepting applications for its next Leadership Institute of NCW which will be held in Grant County. The Leadership Institute of NCW is a ...

April 8 2025

Methow Valley Fund Game Changer Grant Now Open

Deadline May 1 The Community Foundation of NCW is now accepting applications for its Methow Valley Fund Game Changer Grant. A total of $100,000 is available to provide a significant ...

March 17 2025

$127,000 in Methow Valley Fund Grants to Support Local Nonprofits

The Community Foundation of NCW, through the Methow Valley Fund, has awarded $127,000 to 23 nonprofits. This annual grant provides $4,000 and $9,000 grants in core operating support for nonprofits ...

March 7 2025

Leadership Institute of NCW Celebrates Inaugural Graduating Class

On February 27, 2025, the Leadership Institute of North Central Washington celebrated the graduation of its inaugural cohort, marking a significant milestone for 26 students from Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and ...

February 3 2025

Okanogan Valley Fund Grant Applications Open for 2025

Community Foundation of NCW is pleased to announce its Okanogan Valley Fund 2025 grant cycle, offering financial support to nonprofits that work to preserve, protect, and enhance the quality of ...

January 15 2025

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 ...

January 10 2025

Give NCW 2024 Raises Record-Breaking $904,765 for North Central Washington Nonprofits

The Community Foundation of NCW announced today that its annual Give NCW campaign raised $904,765 during the 2024 holiday giving season, marking a record-breaking year for the regional fundraising initiative with ...

January 1 2025

Community Foundation Now Accepting Applications for Scholarships

The Community Foundation of NCW is now accepting scholarship applications for students who plan to attend community college, university, or trade school in Fall 2025. Over 160 scholarships are available ...

December 23 2024

Over $438,000 Awarded in Legacy Fund Grants in Chelan and Douglas Counties

The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $438,026 through its new Legacy Fund Grant program to charitable organizations in Cashmere, Chelan Valley, Wenatchee Valley, and the Upper Valley. Organizations supported ...

December 5 2024

Year-end Giving Deadlines

There's still time to make an impact! Give Online: December 31 There are many ways you can make an impact through an easy, online gift! Your tax receipt will be ...
Methow Valley Fund Grant Opens Applications for 2025

December 2 2024

Methow Valley Fund Grant: Applications Open for 2025

  The Methow Valley Fund Grant (MVF), managed by the Community Foundation of NCW (CFNCW), has opened its 2025 grant application cycle as of December 1st, 2024. Applications will be ...

November 22 2024

Woods Family Music & Arts Fund Awards $63,500 in Grants

The Community Foundation of NCW proudly celebrates the transformative impact of the Woods Family Music & Arts Grant, a powerful testament to the Woods family’s longstanding dedication to fostering arts, ...

November 11 2024

Give Methow Raises $929,372 for Local Nonprofits in 2024

The Community Foundation of NCW’s online fundraising campaign, Give Methow, raised a record-breaking $929,372 in October of 2024 to support Methow Valley nonprofits. Give Methow was launched in 2015 to ...
Mansfield Fund Grant Applications Open

October 24 2024

Mansfield Legacy Fund Grant Applications Now Open

  Nonprofit organizations serving the Mansfield community are now eligible to apply for funding through the Mansfield Legacy Fund, as the grant application process officially opened on October 1, 2024. ...
Nonprofit Olympics for Give Methow Campaign

October 17 2024

Midway Through Give Methow

Supporting Nonprofits in the Methow Valley During the Month of October We're halfway through Give Methow - let's keep the momentum going! https://cfncw.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Give-Methow-Nonprofit-Olympics.mp4   As we reach the halfway point ...

September 19 2024

Community Foundation Awards over $1.2 Million in Scholarships

The Community Foundation of NCW has awarded $1,282,982 to 277 students across North Central Washington and beyond. This year has set a record in the number of students receiving scholarships.   ...

Registration Now Open for Give NCW Turkey Trot Thanksgiving Day Run

Registration for the 2nd annual Give NCW Turkey Trot Thanksgiving Day run in Wenatchee is now open. The event kicks off the Community Foundation’s Give NCW annual online giving campaign ...

August 12 2024

Community Foundation Welcomes New Members to the Board of Trustees

The Community Foundation of NCW welcomes five new members to its Board of Trustees: Jaclyn Bayless, Alejandra Gonzalez, Don Linnertz, Lauren Loebsack, and Josh Stendera. The Board of Trustees are ...

July 15 2024

Community Foundation Awards $100,000 Methow Valley Fund Game Changer Grant to Methow Trails

Left to right front row: Betsy Cushman (Community Foundation of NCW Trustee, Methow Valley Fund Advisor), Don Miller (Methow Valley Fund Advisor), Don Linnertz (Community Foundation of NCW Trustee, Methow ...

July 1 2024

Accepting Applications for New Legacy Funds Grant Program

Deadline: August 15 The Community Foundation of NCW is now accepting applications for its new Legacy Funds Grant program which provides place-based, community-centered, unrestricted grant funding to charitable organizations by ...

Congratulations to Friends of the Pool and the Public School Funding Alliance for each receiving a $50,000 Methow Valley Fund Game Changer grant! With the funds, PSFA will implement a new initiative to help build a culture of respect, accountability, and engagement in schools. Friends of the Pool will utilize funds to support infrastructure and create sustainability as the new managers of the Wagner Pool. These projects directly impact residents by continuing to build a safe and inclusive community culture. The funds are made possible by generous people who have left bequests to the Methow Valley Fund, inspired to leave a legacy to the place they love.Read the full press release: cfncw.org/2025/07/11/methow-valley-fund-game-changer-grant-awards-100000-to-friends-of-the-pool-a... Learn more about the Methow Valley Fund: www.cfncw.org/methowvalleyfund ... See MoreSee Less
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METHOW VALLEY NONPROFITS // Call for Give Methow 2025 Participation is now open! Give Methow is an annual online fundraising campaign throughout the month of October for Methow Valley nonprofits. Minimum donation is just $10 and 100% of donations directly support participating organizations. Give Methow is a great way for people to support the local causes they care about and learn about new organizations. Since 2015, Give Methow has raised over $4.8 million for local charitable causes. Any 501c3 public charity (or fiscally sponsored program) located in the Methow Valley can participate.Call for participation CLOSES on July 30th. Learn more about criteria, terms, and details at www.cfncw.org/givemethow.#methowvalley #givemethow #methowvalleynonprofits ... See MoreSee Less
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Legacy Fund Grants are now open in Cashmere, Chelan Valley, Upper Valley, and Wenatchee Valley!🔸Apply by August 15🔸These grants offer flexible, unrestricted, community-centered funding to support the core operating needs of organizations in North Central Washington. The deadline to apply is August 15, and it’s open to 501(c)(3) public charities based in Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties.Fiscal sponsorships are welcome and government and faith-based organizations may apply for project-specific funding. Government eligibility and other criteria vary by region so be sure to check out more at:🔹cfncw.org/legacyfundsgrant #northcentralwashington #communityfoundationncw #ncwnonprofits #ncwgrants #ncwlegacyfunds #cfncw #ncwcommunity #cashmerewa #chelanvalley #uppervalleywa #wenatcheewa ... See MoreSee Less
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Help Shape Grant County's Future – Applications Due Today (Midnight)!The Leadership Institute of NCW is coming to Grant County this fall! 🍂🍁 This unique, free civic leadership course gives you the tools, skills, and support to make real change where you live. Over 20 interactive sessions - you’ll learn how local and state government works, how to use your voice, and how to turn your ideas into action.🔸Who should apply?Anyone who cares about making Grant County a better place for children, families, and neighbors is welcome. No experience needed — just your commitment.✔️ Bilingual (English & Spanish)✔️ Weekly sessions with dinner and childcare provided✔️ Build connections with other local changemakers✔️ Design a project that benefits your communityBe a part of Grant County's next generation of leaders - apply by midnight! 👉 cfncw.org/leadershipinstituteofncw/#grantcountywa #grantcountycommunity #LeadLocal #leadershipinstitutencw #cfncw #sagestepconsulting #ncwleadership ... See MoreSee Less
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July's packed with great learning opportunities! Here are the highlights:💻July 1 — NCW Tech Alliance 🔹Join the AI Use Case Showdown info session to prep for the AI Expo in Wenatchee this summer! 🔹Learn how you or your organization can take part in the 2025 Digital Access Commitments Campaign and apply for funding through the microgrant program by NCW Tech Alliance📊 July 9 —Nonprofit Association of Washington & Nonprofit Association of Oregon Now that the freezes have turned into real programmatic cuts and the end of specific federal funding sources, learn how to best apply the funds you have will be paramount in your future.✍️ July 14 — Communities Rise A joint venture between Communities Rise and the Puget Sound Grantwriters Association (PSGA) brings you a free service to increase your chances of receiving grant funding!🌿 July 24 — Thriving Together NCW Learn how environmental health connects to thriving communities💬 July 30 — Nonprofit Association of Washington Quarterly online gathering designed specifically for nonprofit professionals who work in the communications and marketing space.🔹Check out cfncw.org/events for the full lineup!🔹 ... See MoreSee Less
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We are pleased to share our NCW Foundation for Youth Grant program awarded $31,800 in the last year to directly benefit youth in Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties.This year's grants provided youth with arts and music, outdoor recreation experiences, mentorship, and basic needs. A large percentage went to support food insecurity for our local kids.These grants are available year-round to provide timely financial support for youth needs. Among the recipients is the long-standing “Shop with a Cop” initiative, administered by the Wenatchee and East Wenatchee Police Departments. Due to a special agreement carried over from a previous grant program, this initiative is eligible for larger funding and continues to make a significant impact in the lives of local children during the holiday season.Learn more at cfncw.org/ncwfoundationforyouthgrant/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Huge congrats to our amazing scholarship recipients from Cashmere High, Cascade High, and Oroville High! These students are absolutely crushing it, and we couldn't be more excited to support them on their next adventure."It was so wonderful and touching to be able to see kids recognized who I have known since they were little! I feel so honored to sit on the Board of such an amazing organization as the Community Foundation and am so proud of all of the hard work that you all do!" ♥️ - Pam BrulotteNone of this would be possible without our incredible scholarship fundholders and this amazing community that rallies behind our students every single year! More scholarships are still being reviewed, and we'll have the full 2025 list ready in August.We're also really loving the photos coming in. Special shoutout to Rachel Scott on her Kathryn Lodge Mhatre Creative Writing Scholarship—and thank you Ron Lodge for making that presentation extra special. #ncwscholarships #scholarships2025 #Scholarships #ncwstudents #ncwschools #northcentralwashington #givingback #cfncw #communityfoundation ... See MoreSee Less
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We are excited to announce the four finalists competing for the $100,000 Methow Valley Fund Game Changer Grant: Friends of the Pool, Methow Valley Trails Collaborative, Public School Funding Alliance, and the Winthrop Rink.The finalists will give their Game Changer "pitches" to the committee on June 24th and awards will be announced in July. The Game Changer can be awarded to one or more finalist.Learn more about the Methow Valley Fund at cfncw.org/methowvalleyfund ... See MoreSee Less
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Xitlali Cruz

SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT

I am currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science at Stanford. Since the beginning of my freshman year I have been involved with clubs such as Stanford’s Space Initiative (SSI) and the Society of Latinx Engineers (SOLE). In SSI I built a rocket and launched it.

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Aero Methow Rescue Service

GRANT RECIPIENT

Due to being rural, remote, and geographically isolated, we must be prepared to do more than respond to emergencies. We have become a healthcare partner who fills gaps in service. The grant allowed our board the time and ability to work with a Strategic Planner to modify our plan to address those gaps.

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Chelan Douglas Volunteer Attorney Services

GRANT RECIPIENT

The grant provided funds to hire a Housing Justice and Outreach Coordinator to visit rural and underserved areas. Rosie’s bilingual and bicultural skills and experience have increased equity of service. Rosie is building partnerships with local organizations through events such as the Columbia Valley Community Health’s Back to School Drive, as well as posting yard signs.

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Tenoch Mandujano

Scholarship Recipient

My father was a migrant agricultural worker who eventually started his own cherry and apple orchard. He told me if I wanted to live a better life, I had to get an education. I plan on starting a career with the Chelan PUD with a passion for renewable energy and in turn give back to my parents and community for supporting my dreams.

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