The Yakima Valley Community Foundation starts with a vision - People in the Valley should have equitable access to opportunity. The Foundation is focused in three areas: quality education, healthy living and civic vitality. Better outcomes in these three areas will translate into improved opportunities for the people who live here - people of all ages, ethnicities and income levels. Special attention is given to those who are frequently left out and left behind.
Funding is offered in three ways:
The Yakima Valley Community Foundation generally does not fund the following:
Deadlines vary by program area.
Similar deadlines are anticipated annually.
Award amounts vary by program area.
An applicant may request funds for operational support. Operational support cannot exceed 25% of the operating budget of the applicant.