COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION
Ephrata, WA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
91-1733104
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Ephrata, WA, US
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
91-1733104
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Columbia Basin Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits in the Columbia Basin region. In 2024, the foundation paid out a total of $1.4 million across 56 grantees, operating on a relationship-based engagement model that is strictly by invitation only; it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION IS A COMMUNITY FOUNDATION WITH A COLLECTION OF PERMANENT CHARITABLE FUNDS SUPPORTED BY A WIDE RANGE OF DONORS FOR THE PURPOSE OF STRENGTHENING THE COMMUNITY FOR THE BENEFIT OF ALL CITIZENS. THE FOUNDATION IS COMMITTED TO: ASSIST DONORS TO CREATE CHARITABLE FUNDS AND TO DISTRIBUTE PROCEEDS THEREFROM IN ACCORDANCE WITH DONOR'S INTENTS, BE A RESPONSIBLE STEWARD OF THOSE RESOURCES, USE DISCRETIONARY GRANT FUNDS WISELY TO MEET COMMUNITY NEEDS, AND BE A CONSTRUCTIVE CATALYST IN THE PHILANTHROPIC COMMUNITY TO IDENTIFY PROBLEMS AND OPPORTUNITIES, AND TO SHAPE EFFECTIVE RESPONSES TO THEM.
Cause Areas
1
Basic and emergency aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NCW TECH ALLIANCE
$1.2M
20%
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
$1.1M
19%
BIG BEND COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION
$568.5K
10%
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Total No. of Grants
25
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$8.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION?
No. COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION give?
COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, Utah, and Montana. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include NCW TECH ALLIANCE, THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, and BIG BEND COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION?
COLUMBIA BASIN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.