The ultimate goal of YVCF is to assist Yakima Valley communities with their needs.  Please note that the guidelines provide general information about grantmaking and specific instructions for the 2007 grant program cycle.  Our hope is that these guidelines will assist you in presenting a compelling case for support from the Foundation.

In 2005, YVCF awarded 9 grants totaling $200,000 and in 2006, 14 grants totaling $250,000 were awarded.  In 2007, grants totaled $325,000.  This year, $425,000 will be awarded.  No grant request should exceed $50,000.  2008 grant recipients will be announced in November and funds will be distributed in December. 

YVCF realizes that it is unable to meet all the philanthropic needs of the county and is, therefore, unable to fund all submitted proposals, even if they meet program guidelines.  The Foundation is, however, proactive about forming partnerships with other funding entities, both private and public, to help ensure that a wide range of needs are met.  The competitive grant review process seeks to identify those projects and programs with the greatest potential for furthering Foundatioin goals while benefiting the community. 

In addition to funding successful and proven programs, YVCF also seeks to fund unproven projects that have significant potential.  These preferences and priorities are based on carefully considered issues affecting Yakima County, and on thoughtful analysis of what YVCF resources can do to influence them.  

We look forward to learning more about your work and your dreams.  We invite you to be a partner in our efforts to meet the needs of the Yakima Valley.

Sincerely,