Community Development Funding from US Bancorp Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations advancing economic opportunity, affordable housing, or community arts and culture in Columbia County, Washington may be eligible for this support. US Bancorp Foundation supports community development, workforce advancement, and arts and culture in designated U.S. Bank communities, with priority for organizations led by people of color and those addressing multiple “Work, Home, Play” pillars.
US Bancorp Foundation
Creag Foundation Grants for Columbia County Nonprofits
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in Columbia County, Washington may be eligible for funding to launch or expand new approaches. Focused on innovation, Creag Foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations to submit a letter of inquiry; full applications are by invitation only and require at least one year of 501(c)(3) status.
Creag Foundation
Youth and Child Welfare Grants from Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can apply for funding up to Up to US $15,000 from the Dan Paul Foundation. Focus areas include early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, refugee enrichment, and environmental education, and Columbia County, Washington nonprofits meeting these priorities may be eligible.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Three Rivers Community Foundation Support for Vision Care
Individuals in Southeastern Washington who are blind or visually impaired can seek funding for care, resources, support, and equipment, with payments made directly to service providers. With a mission to strengthen communities, Three Rivers Community Foundation administers this fund for residents of Benton, Franklin, Walla Walla, and Columbia counties who can document both visual impairment and financial need.
Three Rivers Community Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Grants from Cisco
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience, including those serving Columbia County, Washington, can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, offering up to US $100,000. Eligible organizations must primarily serve economically underserved communities and keep overhead at or below 25 percent.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Hearst Foundation Support for Cultural Programs
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 for arts and science programming, capital projects, or limited general support, including those serving Columbia County, Washington. The Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused science programs that create measurable, lasting impact for large populations.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for more than US $100,000 to support proven social service programs, capital needs, or general operations. With a mission to strengthen lives, William Randolph Hearst Foundation provides large, direct-service organizations, including those serving Columbia County, Washington, with support for poverty alleviation, housing, food access, workforce readiness, and related priorities.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Community Health and Education Grants from Labcorp
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or community services, including those in Columbia County, Washington, can apply for grants supporting food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM programs, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. Focused on community impact, Labcorp Charitable Foundation reviews eligible requests twice a year, in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Nonprofits
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations funding charitable, educational, scientific, or medical work can apply for the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant; awards support programs carried out within the U.S. Columbia County, Washington nonprofits that meet these criteria and use funds domestically may be eligible for this broadly focused support.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Blue Mountain Community Foundation Grants for Columbia County Nonprofits
Nonprofits and eligible public charities with unexpected or urgent needs in Columbia County, Washington can seek flexible support for programs or operations through the Stubblefield Foundation Grants Program. Focused on nonprofit growth and development, Blue Mountain Community Foundation invites applicants—especially those serving Walla Walla, Umatilla, Columbia, and Garfield counties—to apply via its online grant portal.
Blue Mountain Community Foundation
Gupta Family Foundation Human Services Grants
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations addressing poverty, disability, social exclusion, or humanitarian needs can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help Columbia County, Washington nonprofits that meet its mission, revenue, and non-sectarian criteria, including 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities, become or remain self-reliance focused.
Gupta Family Foundation
Columbia County Justice Funding via Impact Fund
Full proposal due Aug 6, 2026
Legal services nonprofits, solo practitioners, and small law firms pursuing impact litigation in Columbia County, Washington can access funding through The Impact Fund for out-of-pocket litigation expenses. Recoverable grants of US $10,000 - US $50,000 support economic, environmental, racial, and social justice cases benefiting communities facing systemic oppression, with priority for filed or soon-to-be-filed cases needing funds to move forward.
The Impact Fund
Inatai Foundation Grants for Washington Policy Campaigns
Applications due Aug 18, 2026
Columbia County, Washington nonprofits and Sovereign Nations leading community-driven policy or political campaigns to advance racial justice and equity can access funding through Inatai Foundation’s CLIP Fund. Support covers ballot measures, litigation, legislative advocacy, grassroots organizing, and related polling or research for campaigns within Washington, with priority for rural, youth-, disability-, and justice-focused organizations.
Inatai Foundation
Inatai Foundation Power-Building Grants in Washington
Applications due Aug 18, 2026
Nonprofit and fiscally sponsored projects in Columbia County, Washington can seek funding to build community power through civil rights, immigrant justice, civic engagement, youth organizing, and wealth and asset creation efforts. With a mission to support racially diverse communities, Inatai Foundation prioritizes community-led groups addressing systemic inequities, especially in smaller or rural Washington counties.
Inatai Foundation
Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits from Inatai Foundation
Applications due Aug 18, 2026
Nonprofit organizations and fiscally sponsored projects in Columbia County, Washington can apply for Inatai Foundation’s Transformational Capacity Building Funds to strengthen knowledge, operations, and leadership for community power-building. Current grantees may receive one year of tailored support for activities like training, technology and data needs, financial coaching, fundraising, governance, legal structure, strategic planning, and leadership transitions.
Inatai Foundation
Hansen Family Foundation Community Impact Grants
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support children, education, animals, environment, humanitarian needs, and arts and culture. Organizations in Columbia County, Washington may be eligible if they fit these causes and IRS requirements.
Hansen Family Foundation
Berkshire Taconic Grants for Youth Travel
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Students and student groups ages 14–22 planning international travel for community-based, humanitarian, or peace and justice work may be eligible for $500 - $1,500 from the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation. Focused on youth education and enrichment, this funding could support Columbia County, Washington nonprofits partnering with eligible students on overseas service or study projects.
The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Youth Arts Development Grants for Nonprofits from Allen Family Philanthropies
Letter of inquiry due Nov 19, 2026
Grants help Columbia County, Washington nonprofits and Tribal entities expand creative youth development programs using arts and culture. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations with out-of-school, teaching-artist-led programs for youth ages 13–26 operating at least three years can request up to US $500,000 over three years from Allen Family Philanthropies, with priority for underserved communities.
Paul G Allen Family Foundation
Innovia Foundation Support for Columbia County Programs
Pre proposal due Jan 9, 2027
Nonprofits, public entities, and tribes serving Columbia County, Washington can seek funding for programs, capital needs, or capacity building that strengthen local communities. Grants from Innovia Foundation help Columbia County organizations advance education, arts and culture, health, economic opportunity, quality of life, and related services, with awards ranging from US $2,500 - US $15,000.
Innovia Foundation
Community Foundation Education Grants in Washington
Applications due Feb 25, 2027
High school seniors seeking higher education support in Columbia County, Washington and several eligible California counties can apply for scholarships of US $1,000. Grants from Community Foundation of the North State help students with tuition as they enroll full-time at community colleges or four-year institutions; nonprofits assisting such students may help promote this opportunity.
Community Foundation of the North State
Higher Education Scholarships for Students from Central Carolina Community Foundation
Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Students pursuing higher education who currently live, or have recently lived, in Richland County or Columbia Housing Authority transitional housing can receive renewable scholarship support through the Handel-Carter Assistance Fund. Focused on academic scholarship programs, Central Carolina Community Foundation assists those with life and work experience who will enroll in accredited, nonprofit institutions of higher learning.
Central Carolina Community Foundation
Columbia County Scholarship Funding via Central Carolina Community Foundation
Applications due Mar 6, 2027
Students pursuing degrees in education who plan to become K–12 teachers can seek scholarship support for accredited higher education institutions, including those from Columbia County, Washington. Focused on academic scholarships for future teachers, Central Carolina Community Foundation offers a renewable award that must be paid directly to a nonprofit college or university.
Central Carolina Community Foundation
Columbia County Youth Arts Funding via Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Applications due Mar 16, 2027
Young people ages 13 to 19 seeking support for arts-focused summer enrichment can receive US $200 - US $800 for tuition, supplies, or related expenses through the Simple Gifts Fund. Grants from Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation help youth explore theater, dance, music, apprenticeships, or new art forms; only individual applicants are eligible.
The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
BECU Foundation Grants for Columbia County Nonprofits
Letter of inquiry due Apr 24, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs impacting Columbia County, Washington can receive up to US $50,000 for community-focused work through the People Helping People Awards. BECU Foundation funds efforts in education, basic needs, health, environment, arts and culture, economic opportunity, and community strengthening, with nonprofits nominated by BECU members who support them.
BECU Foundation
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations with exemplary community partnerships in Columbia County, Washington may be eligible for national recognition and support through Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award. Grants from Mutual of America Foundation help U.S. nonprofits that collaborate as equal partners across sectors and demonstrate measurable social impact, replication potential, and innovative approaches to significant social issues.
Mutual Of America Foundation
Children’s Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Innovia Foundation
Applications due Jul 10, 2027
Columbia County, Washington nonprofits, public entities, and tribes serving children can apply for Innovia Foundation’s Columbia County Children’s Fund, offering up to US $4,000 for educational enrichment, special needs, counseling, and medical or dental services. Locally based organizations working with disadvantaged or elementary-aged children may be especially competitive.
Innovia Foundation