The Forest Foundation is dedicated to improving life quality in Southwest Washington, particularly in Tacoma and Pierce County. It supports effective non-profits and citizen initiatives that deliver measurable results, emphasizing honesty, integrity, respect, community-based leadership, and community strengthening by committed individuals. The Foundation focuses on supporting organizations with programmatic and fiscal accountability, innovative solutions, ongoing planning and evaluation, strategic alliances, and diverse, well-managed leadership.
The Forest Foundation Grant focuses on several key areas: Children and Youth Development, emphasizing safety and emotional health alongside reducing social isolation; Community and Environment, promoting stewardship of the environment through restoration and conservation efforts that engage diverse stakeholders and volunteers; Community Building and Development, supporting vibrant communities through civic engagement and volunteerism; Culture and the Arts, advocating for community and economic development via accessible and relevant cultural experiences; and Self-Sufficiency, aiding efforts that improve access to basic needs and empower families towards financial stability. The grant supports well-managed organizations that are responsive to community needs and offer innovative solutions to societal challenges.