Community Stories
We are inspired by stories that reflect the spirit of community, the power of generosity, and the transformative work we do together on behalf of the South Puget Sound.
2021 Community Grants
In 2021, we were honored to support 76 grants for a total of $341,515. Thank you, everyone, for working together to keep our communities strong!
Read the full story >2022 Board Nominations Are Open!
We are excited to open recruitment for our Board of Directors! Please consider nominating yourself or someone you know to support the communities you love.
Read the full story >Contemporary Native Performers, On Their Own Terms
Read how Indigenous Performance Productions supports native artists and brings rich new stories to Olympia.
Read the full story >2022 Golf Classic
Save the Date and plan to join us July 21, 2022 for our annual Golf Classic at the Olympia Country & Golf Club!
Read the full story >Resilience Fund Update
Resilience Fund grants are open for 2022! Read about where this grant program came from, what it's teaching us so far, and who was funded in 2021.
Read the full story >Welcome, Board Members!
The Community Foundation is thrilled to welcome five new members to our Board of Directors in 2022. Learn who's joining our team!
Read the full story >TOGETHER! Host Homes
This innovative program will be the first of its kind in Thurston County and is scheduled to begin housing students soon.
Read the full story >Announcing Leave 10 South Sound!
Introducing a collaborative regional initiative that educates, inspires, and encourages individuals to leave at least 10 percent of their estate to charity.
Read the full story >The Enduring Legacy of Irving A. Lassen
"What began as a 2 million dollar estate gift in 1973 has grown to 7.3 million+ in gifts for our community."
Read the full story >Tips for a Fantastic Give Local
Melissa Rosscup shares some ideas to help maximize giving and community connections through Give Local.
Read the full story >Building Community Through Music
Read how Great Bend Center for Music fulfills their mission: music that builds community.
Read the full story >Join Our Work To Inspire Philanthropy & Strengthen Local Communities!
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Congratulations, 2021 Graduates!
This spring, the Community Foundation of South Puget Sound awarded $164,250, funding 54 scholarships for local students.
Read the full story >The Olympia Free Clinic Removes Barriers, Improves Patient Care
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Honoring Her Father's Memory
Erin Adams Chase seeds endowment for Quixote Communities.
Read the full story >"What Makes a House a Home?" 2021 Coldwell Banker Scholarship Essay Contest
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Give Local 2020 Final Report
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Looking Back, Moving Forward
A local effort to transform history into an ongoing dialogue on racial justice, engaging the next generation, and inspiring change.
Read the full story >Ray T. McLane Family Fund
Janet McLane established a donor advised fund to honor her father.
Read the full story >Investing in Mason County Community Leaders
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Envisioning a Bright Future for Our Youth
Sending our Regional Robotics Team to the First World Robotics Championship
Read the full story >Fighting Hunger on the Frontlines of COVID-19
Read how Thurston County Food Bank is finding new ways to reach the people who can't reach them.
Read the full story >Friendship and Generosity: The Bruno and Evelyne Betti Foundation
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >2020 Community Grants
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Senior Services Responds to COVID With Safety & Connection
Senior Services for South Sound played a crucial role in keeping local seniors safe &connected.
Read the full story >Brian Charneski
"There were times when we wondered whether we should fold or quit. We had a hard time getting people to understand the purpose of the foundation."
Read the full story >Jim Lazar Fund
"This is my community, and I prefer my contributions to be local."
Read the full story >The Learning Seed Foundation Scholarship
Today, the Learning Seed has awarded nearly half a million dollars in scholarships to 103 students.
Read the full story >The Southwest Washington Food Hub
The Southwest Washington Food Hub is one beautiful example of how creativity, collaboration, and hard work have made a difference.
Read the full story >Don Rhodes: Giving Now and Later
Chet Rhodes Family Chehalis Area Fund and the Don Rhodes Family Fund
Read the full story >Read About Changes to our Community Grants Program
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Congratulations 2020 Graduates!
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Standing Against Racism and Injustice
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Donor Spotlight: The Learning Seed Foundation Scholarship
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >CFSPS and United Way of Thurston County have partnered to establish the Thurston County COVID-19 Response Fund
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Give Local 2019 Raised $393,662!
We are so humbled by this community's generosity. Together we raised $293,662 for local nonprofits through Give Local 2019.
Read the full story >Announcing our New President & CEO
On May 27, 2021, Indigenous Performance Productions debuted Welcome to Indian Country right here in Olympia! Learn about IPP and what's next.
Read the full story >Norma Schuiteman Sustaining Fund
We invite you to honor Norma's service and strengthen the future of the Community Foundation by making a gift today.
Read the full story >Hal Marcus Estate
Community Foundation announces $5.6 Million Gift from Hal Marcus Estate.
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