The Washington County Community Foundation's roots run deep. We live here, we listen here, and we've built relationships with the people and organizations who make our community thrive. This local knowledge means we identify needs early, connect resources wisely, and ensure every dollar creates lasting change right here at home.
How You Can Help
The Acorn Fund plants seeds of change across our entire community.
Built by gifts of every size from neighbors across all walks of life, the Acorn Fund is a permanent, flexible endowment that strengthens charitable programs throughout Washington County. So, with your gift, you are not just supporting one cause . . . you are nurturing an entire forest – forever.
Grants are awarded from each of the Foundation’s funding areas of arts & humanities, community improvement, education, environment & animal welfare, health & fitness, human needs, and religion and faith-based.
Animal Welfare -
projects to protect wildlife and to provide care to domesticated animals.
Arts & Humanities -
projects that benefit arts education and arts appreciation, including the performing, visual, and creative arts, as well as cultural and historic projects in our community.
Community Improvement & Economic Development -
projects that focus on strengthening, unifying and building the economic, cultural, educational and social services, and the spirit of any community or neighborhood.
Conservation & Environment -
projects to protect the environment, to ensure biodiversity, including conservation, protection of ecosystems, and agricultural projects, and to educate the community regarding conservation and environmental issues.
Education -
projects to enhance the education experience for persons of any age, including literacy and lifelong learning.
Health & Fitness -
projects that promote the physical and emotional health of the community, including medical services, counseling, fitness, and wellness programs.
Human Needs -
projects that give aid, comfort, support or assistance to children and youth, senior citizens, or the indigent.
Religion & Faith -
projects that promote interdenominational sharing and understanding and that emphasize the importance of spiritual growth and development.