Welcome to CFNCW

The Community Foundation of NCW is for people who care about making this part of the world a more wonderful place to live, to learn, to work and raise family. Established in 1986, your foundation attracts and manages charitable gifts from a broad range of people for the long-term benefit of Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan counties. Our motivation is simple; no one knows exactly what North Central Washington’s needs will be in 20, 50 or 100 years, yet we believe that tomorrow’s local leaders will need substantial charitable resources to respond adequately to the issues of the day. We are a foundation of, by and for all of the citizens in Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan counties.

We grow, protect and connect charitable gifts in support of strong communities.

We work in four basic areas: 1) making grants to strengthen and support local nonprofit organizations; 2) advancing philanthropy at all levels of giving; 3) raising awareness of local charitable needs and giving opportunities; 4) managing the investments of our community’s charitable endowment. All decisions are based on local needs and interests and are directed by a 22-member board of trustees.

2011 Annual Report

In 2011 we received over $2 million in contributions from the North Central Washington community. We awarded over $316,000 in scholarships and $1.4 million in grants to nonprofits across the region. Take a look at our 2011 Annual Report to learn more about how our organization is helping to create a better community, together.

Headed to college this fall? We can help.

CFNCW has over 75 scholarships available to NCW high school and college students. Last year we awarded over $316,000 in scholarships to students across the region. View the Sholarship Guide to see scholarship opportuntiies and eligibility requirements. Application deadline is February 15, 2012.