METHOW VALLEY FUND
Sustainable funding for a healthy, vibrant Methow Valley
The Methow Valley Fund and the Methow Valley Endowment Fund were originally established in 2006 with an anonymous donation of $20,000 and a $20,000 match from CFNCW to support Methow Valley’s charitable organizations. The Methow Valley Fund’s purpose is to provide “sustainable funding for a healthy, vibrant Methow Valley.”
Twenty years later, MVF has provided $2,213,806 in grants to the Methow Valley Community, investing in social, environmental, cultural, and educational causes. The fund also served as the flagship for the Legacy Fund model the Community Foundation now uses to support six regions across North Central Washington.
The Methow Valley Fund was established to support the charitable organizations that work to tackle these social challenges while also providing rich cultural experiences and education. Through the MVF Fund and MVF Endowment, financial resources are available to nonprofits that are making an impact in the community.
There are many ways to be engaged with the Methow Valley Fund - whether you give or serve, or both! The Foundation is honored to be a charitable vehicle to support this part of our region.
Give to the Methow Valley Fund
A gift to the Methow Valley Fund provides immediate and flexible funding to support Methow Valley nonprofits through the annual Methow Valley Fund Grant.
$150,000 Challenge Match!
An anonymous donor has offered to match all gifts up to $50,000 per year for the next 3 years (2025-2027).
A gift to the Methow Valley Endowment Fund provides long term sustainability for the Methow Valley Fund Grant. A percentage of the endowment fund is used each year for the Methow Valley Fund Grant. As the endowment grows, this distribution continues to provide greater funding and in perpetuity.
Leave a Legacy to the Methow
Leave a Legacy to the Methow. A legacy gift from your will or estate plan can provide significant financial resources for the Methow Valley beyond your lifetime. You can choose to donate to the Methow Valley Fund for immediate impact or leave an endowed gift to the Methow Valley Endowment Fund that will provide annual support to local charities for generations to come.
Apply for a Methow Valley Fund Legacy Grant
The Methow Valley Fund Legacy Grant program supports nonprofit organizations and agencies with programs that address community needs in the Methow Valley. MVF Legacy Grant application opens December 1, deadline January 15.
Please note important grant updates:
Eligible organizations will be allowed to apply for grant amounts associated with their annual budget. For example:
- Organizations with less than $25,000 annual budget are eligible to apply for the $2,000 grant.
- Organizations with $25,001 - $200,000 annual budget are eligible to apply for the $5,000 grant.
- Organizations with $200,001- $750,000 annual budget are eligible to apply for the $10,000 grant.
- Organizations with over $750,001 annual budget are eligible to apply for the $25,000 grant.
*The one year wait period has been eliminated. Organizations can apply each year.
Annual Budget Eligible Grant Amount Less than $25,000 $2,000 $25,001 - $200,000 $5,000 $200,001- $750,000 $10,000 Over $750,001 $25,000 MVF Legacy Grant application opens December 1, deadline January 15.
*The Methow Valley Fund Game Changer Grant program has sunset and is no longer active. Please refer to the above annual grant program.
Methow Valley Local Advisory Board
Join the Methow Valley Advisory Board. Advisors provide leadership and input, recommend grants from restricted funds established to benefit the Methow Valley community, and help grow endowment funds at the Foundation by inspiring potential donors to leave a legacy in their local community. The Methow Valley Fund Advisory Board aims to represent a broad and diverse cross section of the community, including a mix of long-time and newer residents, working and retired individuals, donors, volunteers, nonprofit representatives, and community members. LEARN MORE
Methow Valley LAB Members
- Peter Arneil
- Don Linnertz
- Jay Lucas
- Brad Martin
- Nancy Milsteadt
- Karen Nichols
- Missi Smith
- Sara Steele
- Jacob Young
Give Methow
Give Methow is an online fundraising campaign that supports Methow Valley nonprofits. From October 1-31, visit GiveMethow.org to donate to one or more nonprofits. Minimum donation is just $10 and we take care of the credit card fees so 100% of your donation directly support the nonprofits. The Foundation also provides matching funds and giving incentives. If your organization is interested in participating, please find more information here.
FOUNDERS CIRCLE
Donors considering gifts of $5,000 or more can join the Founders Circle, endowing those dollars for a lasting impact on the place they love.
- Estate of Ken Westman
- Estate of Mike Real
- Estate of Benjamin T Gilmore
- Estate of David Walter
- Kathleen Arneil
- Karen Nichols and Alan Watson
- Patty and Stu Spencer
- Mac Shelton and Frauke Rynd
HELP GROW THE FUND!
Want to make an impactful gift to support your community's future? A donation to your Legacy Fund in any amount can make a difference! Your donation can be made to the endowment, which helps grow the fund long-term, or you can make a donation to the "spendable" which provides funding for the current year's grantmaking allotment. 100% of your donation goes to supporting nonprofits in your community.
Interesting in leaving a legacy gift? Contact Denise Sorom at denise@cfncw.org or (509) 663-7716.
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