Application open: April 1
Application deadline: May 1

The Methow Valley Fund Game Changer Grant was established to provide 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 community issue. A total of $100,000 is available to one or more projects. Collaborations are welcomed and encouraged.

Examples of potential Game Changers:

• A staff or contract position that would build capacity to address a pressing need or opportunity - must be able to demonstrate sustainability of position
• Launching a new program or initiative that fills a gap in the community
• Leverage other funding sources to take advantage of a transformational opportunity
• Other projects that would better position an organization or collaborative to move the needle on a Methow Valley community issue

Game Changer Grants are not: 

• Emergency funding 
• Debt retirement or budget deficits 

Applicants must meet all CFNCW Grant Guidelines and Policies. 

Eligibility

• Applications must come from a 501(c)(3) public charity headquartered in and serving the Methow Valley. 
• Government agencies, tribal agencies, schools and related agencies, and fiscally sponsored programs are not eligible to apply on their own but can be a partner in a collaborative application.
• The proposed use of grant funds must provide a direct and meaningful impact to the Methow Valley community.
• Funds must be spent within one year of award.
• Grant Reports will be required after the end of the grant period.

Process

• Application to allow groups to introduce their Game Changer proposal
• 3 – 4 applicants will be invited to make a pitch on June 24
• Game Changer Pitch: 15 minutes to present and up to 25 minutes of Q & A with Game Changer Committee

Timeline

• April 1: Application Opens
• May 1: Application Closes
• Mid-May: Finalists are invited
• June 24: Game Changer Pitches
• June 30: Grant Award(s)

For application or criteria questions, please email Jennifer Short at jennifer.s@cfncw.org.