Receive
We link charitable causes with generous people who want to financially support them. This means we tell Napa Valley donors—whether they’ve established funds at Napa Valley Community Foundation or express their giving in other ways—about the good works of nonprofits and other charitable projects and programs. When a match is made, the essential role of the Community Foundation shines through—supporting programs that enliven, protect, sustain and enrich Napa County and its residents.
Get a grant
There are two ways to get a grant from the Community Foundation:
- Donor-recommended grants: The Community Foundation stewards 100 donor advised funds and foundations, from which grants are awarded based on donor recommendations. We help connect these philanthropists with nonprofit organizations and programs doing work in Napa County.
- Community Impact Fund grants: Our Community Impact Fund grants are awarded on a competitive basis. Our goal is creating a more durable community. We focus our grantmaking on: Gaps—supporting areas of community need where our resources can do the greatest good; flexibility—instituting year-round proposal reviews to meet needs when they arise, not based on a grant cycle timeline; and rigorous simplicity—minimal paperwork and use of technology for efficient but stringent proposal review.
Whichever route you take, there typically are two key ingredients: a site visit with your group from our program staff; and telling us, in writing, your organization’s or project’s story.
Build an endowment
Secure the future and long-term financial health of your nonprofit organization by building an endowment. Five simple steps can get you started.
Grow capacity
In addition to helping connect nonprofit organizations to funding, we offer many resources and ideas to help organizations fortify and grow.
How will you make a difference in Napa Valley? Multiply your impact with Community Impact Fund grants.
