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Transforming the Sato Family Nonprofit Center

Posted on: Aug 27, 2024

The Sato Family Nonprofit Center is home to our offices and serves as a hub for more than a dozen Napa Valley nonprofit organizations, including 10,000 Degrees, American Red Cross of the North Bay, Arts Council Napa Valley, Community Resources for Children, Girls on the Run, If Given A Chance, Immigration Institute of the Bay…

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Napa Valley Community Foundation Welcomes Six New Board Members

Posted on: Aug 1, 2024

We are delighted to announce the addition of six new members to our Board of Directors. Each of these individuals brings a wealth of experience, a passion for community service, and a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all in Napa Valley. Maya Dalla Valle, the talented winemaker at Dalla Valle Vineyards,…

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A $200,000 Investment in Youth

Posted on: Jun 27, 2024

At NVCF, we believe that all young people have the potential to become confident and contributing adults. However, while gifts and talents are evenly distributed, access and opportunities are not. To address these inequities, we make grant distributions every year under a program area called Invest in Youth, which supports nonprofit and school-based projects that…

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CALL TO ARTISTS: NVCF 30th Anniversary Mural Project!

Posted on: May 8, 2024

Napa Valley Community Foundation is excited to invite artists residing/working in Napa County to apply for a unique opportunity: creating a mural to celebrate our 30th anniversary! 📌 Project Details: Budget: $15,000 Location: NVCF Office 3299 Claremont Way, Napa Size: Up to 14’ x 45’ Theme: A creative, visual reflection of NVCF's mission and values,…

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Transforming Dreams into Citizenship: The Success of the One Napa Valley Initiative

Posted on: Apr 25, 2024

Since its launch in 2013, our One Napa Valley Initiative (ONVI) has profoundly transformed the Napa Valley community, turning the dream of U.S. citizenship into a tangible reality for thousands. Spearheaded by Napa Valley Community Foundation, this program is a testament to the power of collaboration among four key nonprofit partners: Immigration Institute of the…

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Expanding Access to The ADU Center: From Napa and Sonoma to Marin County

Posted on: Mar 20, 2024

When we launched the Napa Sonoma ADU Center in 2020, it was a significant undertaking — the recent wildfires had severely impacted an already tight housing market, and we believed that Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) had the potential to become a bigger part of the solution. Now, we are excited to share Napa Sonoma ADU…

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The Coppola Family Travel Scholarship is now Open

Posted on: Mar 18, 2024

We are thrilled to announce the Coppola Family Travel Scholarship, an extraordinary opportunity for Napa County students in grades 10-12 who dream of exploring the world and expanding their horizons. This educational enrichment grant can be used to pay for tuition and associated costs, including travel costs, for participation in a summer enrichment program in…

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Now Open: Invest in Youth Initiative Grants

Posted on: Mar 6, 2024

Napa Valley Community Foundation (NVCF) is now accepting funding proposals from qualified organizations providing education support programs and targeted academic interventions that close the achievement gap for students ages 3-24 in Napa County. Napa Valley Community Foundation has up to $200,000 available for grants this year. Grants are available in amounts from $5,000 to $25,000.…

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Scholarship Applications Close in 1 Week!

Posted on: Feb 25, 2024

Time is flying, and we want to share a friendly reminder that the scholarship applications for the Napa Valley Community Foundation are due in ONE WEEK on March 4. Have you submitted your application yet? Don't miss this opportunity to secure funding for your education and advance towards your dreams. Whether you're aiming for a…

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New Report: the Future of News in Napa Valley 🗞️

Posted on: Dec 19, 2023

At Napa Valley Community Foundation, we believe that our community and our democracy are more vibrant when everyone participates in the decisions we make about our future. But all too often, certain segments of our population face obstacles to civic engagement — like the lack of affordable legal services to obtain citizenship, or the dearth…

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