Category: Foundation News

NVCF Awards More Than $625,000 in Education Grants and Scholarships

Posted on: Sep 6, 2023

Here at Napa Valley Community Foundation, we are thrilled to announce the awarding of more than $625,000 in education grants and scholarships this year, marking a significant investment in the future of our community's students. 2023 Scholarship Highlights: Total Scholarship Awarded: $438,210 Number of Awards: 80 Beneficiary Students: 66 Median Award Amount: $2,000 Our scholarship…

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A Warm Welcome to Danielle Barreca

Posted on: Aug 28, 2023

We are so excited to welcome Danielle Barreca to our team here at Napa Valley Community Foundation! Danielle will be stepping into the role of Grants and Program Associate, where she will be instrumental in assisting our Donor Advised Fundholders with grants processing. Danielle grew up in Napa and returned to the community in 2013…

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Introducing Our Philanthropic Associate: Jessica Rodriguez

Posted on: Aug 25, 2023

We are delighted to introduce Jessica Rodriguez to our team here at Napa Valley Community Foundation! Joining us in January, Jessica is working as a Philanthropic Associate. In her own words, she’s handling "a little bit of everything,” from grants to scholarships. Her dedication shone brightly as she assisted during our bustling scholarship season, where…

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Unity in Diversity: The Impact of LGBTQ+ Connection in Napa Valley

Posted on: Jun 20, 2023

Pride Month, celebrated each June, shines a spotlight on the diverse experiences, triumphs, and challenges of the LGBTQ+ community. In Napa Valley, a program of On The Move called LGBTQ+ Connection is diligently working to foster an environment where these narratives are not just heard but honored, particularly focusing on adolescents and young adults. The…

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How to Help Turkey and Syria Recover

Posted on: Feb 8, 2023

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit southeastern Turkey and northern Syria early on Monday, February 6.  Reported as the most devastating earthquake to strike the region in almost a century, it has flattened thousands of buildings while the death toll, currently over 5,000, continues to rise. We have vetted a number of organizations that are providing…

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Support for Ukraine

Posted on: Mar 28, 2022

The United Nations reports that more than three million Ukrainians have fled their country for safety. While those able stay behind to defend their nation’s independence, many others — including children and the elderly — are seeking refuge in Poland, Hungary, Moldova, Romania and beyond. Like many of you, Napa Valley Community Foundation is deeply…

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