Forest Foundation: Capital Projects Grant

From Forest Foundation (WA)

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.

Type of Support

Overview

The Forest Foundation Grant supports various program areas with the overarching goal of enriching community life and wellbeing. These areas include:

  • Children and Youth Development: Supporting programs that improve the physical and emotional health of children and youth, reduce isolation, and instill hope amidst adversity.
  • Community and Environment: Backing efforts that encourage stewardship of the natural world, with a preference for projects that engage diverse communities and promote volunteerism.
  • Community Building and Development: Aiming to cultivate vibrant communities through civic engagement, volunteerism, and community-based self-determination.
  • Culture and the Arts: Funding organizations and projects that foster community and economic development through relevant, high-quality cultural and artistic experiences.
  • Self-Sufficiency: Providing support for initiatives that assist individuals and families on their journey toward self-sufficiency, from basic needs access to skill-building for financial stability, with a focus on empowering self-improvement.

Eligibility

Organization's Location
USA
Program Location
Preferred locations: WA (Pierce County), All eligible locations: WA (Clallam County, Clark County, Cowlitz County, Grays Harbor County, Jefferson County, Kitsap County, Lewis County, Mason County, Pacific County, Pierce County, Skamania County, Thurston County, Wahkiakum County)
Organization Type
Organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Not "private foundations" as defined under Section 509(a)
Other
  • Located in Washington or Oregon
  • Projects must occur in Washington or Oregon
  • Grants outside of Pierce County are for capital projects only
  • Supports organizations in Washington State counties: Clallam, Cowlitz, Clark, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Thurston, and Wahkiakum
  • Seeks proposals for smaller capital items and equipment

Ineligibility

Entities seeking funds for new facility construction
Proposals for annual appeals
Proposals for debt retirement
Proposals for endowments
Individuals
Private or operating foundations
School-related tours
Production of films, videos, or publications
Lobbying efforts or efforts to influence elections or legislation.
not specified

Submission

Schedule
Step 1: Pre-proposal
Application deadlines
Sep 30
Mar 31, 2025
Step 2: Full proposal (check website)

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