Category: Our Grants

Grant Spotlight: Preserving Local Journalism

Posted on: Nov 14, 2024

Across the country, local journalism is in decline, leading to news deserts and reduced civic engagement, especially in semi-rural communities like Napa County. In 2022, NVCF launched a Media & Democracy Fund to preserve and grow independent journalism in Napa County. One goal is to address inequities in the creation and distribution of information affecting…

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Grants Spotlight: Long-Term Disaster Recovery

Posted on: Nov 13, 2024

In the wake of the devastating wildfires in 2017 and 2020, UpValley Family Centers (UVFC) has been a lifeline for many in our community, thanks to grants from NVCF. The 2020 fires took place during the COVID-19 pandemic, creating unique challenges. “Many of our clients in 2020 had no insurance and were on fixed incomes,…

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NVCF Awards More Than $500,000 in Scholarships

Posted on: Sep 9, 2024

The future of Napa Valley's students just got a little brighter. We are excited to announce $505,000 in scholarship awards to support local students in pursuing their educational goals this year. A total of 64 scholarships have been distributed to 57 deserving students, with 67% identifying as First-Generation College Students, meaning neither parent has obtained…

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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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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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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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Welcome to Miguel Ángel Castañón, the new Executive Director of COAD

Posted on: Jan 29, 2024

As a steadfast supporter and founding donor of Napa Valley COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster), we are thrilled to welcome Miguel Ángel Castañón as the new Executive Director for the organization. Miguel brings a wealth of experience in health and safety, having previously served as Safety Officer for OLE Health (now CommuniCare+Ole) and as Director…

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After the Fires: Back Home with Wanda Hudspeth

Posted on: Nov 10, 2023

When Wanda Hudspeth lost her Pope Valley home in the 2020 LNU Complex Fire, she didn’t know how she’d be able to recover. A master gardener living in a small home that had been in her family since the 1950s, Wanda had few financial resources, but endless faith in people. She turned to UpValley Family…

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A Beacon of Hope in the Housing Crisis

Posted on: Nov 10, 2023

We believe that our Valley is only as strong as its most vulnerable residents. Unfortunately, significant barriers—like the high cost of housing—stand in the way of local families’ ability to thrive. Napa Sonoma ADU Center exemplifies our entrepreneurial approach to bringing new solutions to local challenges. We launched the ADU Center in 2020, with co-funding…

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