FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON
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FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON is a nonprofit organization dedicated to adult and child mentoring, focusing on prevention and early intervention for children facing significant risk factors in Southwest Washington. With an operating budget of $1.7 million and total revenue of $5.3 million, the organization pairs children with trained, full-time mentors who provide consistent support throughout their educational journey, from kindergarten to high school graduation. The organization does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue, ensuring a diverse funding base to sustain its impactful programs. For more information, visit FRIENDSSWWA.ORG.
Mission Statement
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN IS A PREVENTION AND EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAM HELPING THE CHILDREN FACING THE GREATEST RISK FACTORS TO DEVELOP THE RELATIONSHIPS, GOALS, AND SKILLS NECESSARY TO BREAK THE CYCLE OF POVERTY, ABUSE AND VIOLENCE AND CHANGE THEIR LIFE'S TRAJECTORY. WE WORK WITH CHILDREN STARTING IN KINDERGARTEN AND STAY WITH THEM THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION - NO MATTER WHAT. EACH CHILD IS PAIRED WITH A "FRIEND" (A SALARIED, TRAINED, PROFESSIONAL, FULL-TIME STAFF MEMBER OF FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN) AND THEY SPEND 4 HOURS A WEEK TOGHETHER 1:1 - IN SCHOOL, AT HOME AND IN THE COMMUNITY.
Cause Areas
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Adult and child mentoring
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Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON’s budget?
In 2024, FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON reported an annual operating budget of around $1.7 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON support?
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON supports work in Adult and child mentoring.
Where does FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON operate?
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON is headquartered in VANCOUVER, WA.
Who funded FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON recently?
In 2025, FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON received grants from AMERICAN ONLINE GIVING FOUNDATION INC, FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN, and Tahoe Community Foundation. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON received in 2024?
The largest grant to FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN - SW WASHINGTON in 2024 exceeds $3 million.