Community Response Fund Grant

From Northwest Fund for the Environment (NWFE)

The Foundation aims to honor and sustain the rich history of grassroots engagement in our state. Through its focus on growth management and aquatic ecosystems, it supports efforts to enhance community-driven initiatives and include new organizations and voices in its grantmaking process.

Type of Support

Overview

The Community Response Fund (CRF) supports work that aligns with the broader goals of the Foundation's Growth Management and Aquatic Ecosystems programs. This grant program seeks to uphold and energize grassroots involvement within the community by funding projects that contribute to these areas. Additionally, it aims to expand the Foundation's reach by bringing new voices and organizations into its sphere of support, emphasizing the importance of diverse perspectives and innovative approaches in tackling local challenges.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
WA
Organization Type
Nonprofit organizations classified as 501(c)(3) public charities
Other
  • Work that benefits Washington State

Ineligibility

Organizations intending to influence legislation or support political candidates
Individuals
For-profit organizations
Projects focused on endowments, capital campaigns, debt reduction, loans, capital projects (building acquisition/construction, large equipment/vehicle purchase), land acquisition, structural restoration (tree planting, culvert removal, invasive species removal)
K-12 educational activities
Public conferences organization, scholarships, or support
Youth group support
Production of videos for the general public
Museum displays
Art projects (performances, visual arts, arts education)
Entities engaging in partisan political activities
Seekers of academic scholarships/fellowships, academic research, university overhead costs, field research (unless a minor component of the application).
500 – 3k

Submission

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