The Methow Valley Fund is overseen by the Community Foundation of North Central Washington (CFNCW), aimed at supporting charitable organizations in the Methow Valley. Its mission includes contributing to the community's vibrancy by funding health and human services, education, arts and culture, environmental projects, and social/public benefits. It focuses on aiding non-profits and public organizations in developing sustainable programs, creating a permanent endowment for the long-term availability of local resources to meet local needs and opportunities.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the grant program has temporarily pivoted to provide general operating grants to nonprofit arts organizations located in Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan counties, explicitly excluding the Methow Valley. Schools or fiscally sponsored programs are not eligible for these grants. The program is especially interested in organizations that have innovatively adapted their services and programs to continue supporting the local music and arts culture amidst the health crisis. This adjustment reflects the fund's flexibility in addressing immediate community needs while still adhering to its broader goals of fostering cultural awareness, education, and engagement in the arts. Grants can go up to $5,000 and are aimed at a variety of programs, including but not limited to music performance and education, coordination of arts events, and professional development opportunities for music and arts educators.