LEGACY FUNDS GRANT PROGRAM

The Legacy Funds Grant program focuses on place-based, community-centered grant distribution to charitable organizations, meeting community needs throughout North Central Washington. This is a competitive grant and the main source of grant funding from the Foundation for nonprofits throughout NCW.

Legacy Fund Grants will provide unrestricted funding to nonprofits by geographic region in Cashmere, Chelan Valley, Methow Valley, Okanogan Valley, Upper Valley, and Wenatchee Valley. These funds have been established by donations from local individuals and families who wanted to create a meaningful legacy to their community.

Local Advisory Boards (LABs) have been established for each Legacy Fund comprised of community volunteers from within each community. Along with a Community Foundation Trustee and staff, LAB volunteers will review, evaluate, and determine grant award recipients.

Each organization that applies will participate in a Site Visit with LAB members (approx 30-45min) to better understand the organization's mission, structure, leadership, and impact in their community.

LAB members have received training on the Foundation's grant guidelines, policies, and how to evaluate grant applications. The Foundation is excited to include local community members in the grantmaking process as they know the needs of their communities.

APPLY - Cashmere, Chelan Valley, Upper Valley, Wenatchee Valley (July 1- Aug 15)
APPLY - Methow Valley (Dec 1 - Jan 15)
APPLY - Okanogan Valley (Jan 1 - Feb15)
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General Grant Criteria

  • Organizations must be 501c3 nonprofits headquartered in Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties

  • Applicants will complete one standard grant application and select the geographic area(s) based on where they provide services. 

  • Organizations which serve multiple communities only need to complete one application.

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Specific Criteria per Grant

Each grant has its own criteria established by its Local Advisory Board. Click the grant below to see qualifications and important information before you apply.

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Cruz.Xitlali

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.

ThomasSmith

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.

Tenoch Mandujano

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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