Western Lane Community Foundation

07/01/2026

Western Lane Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Continuing Education Scholarship. The deadline is July 22nd. You can find the information and application by following the link below.

https://www.wlcfonline.org/Scholarships.html

Applications for Continuing Education Scholarships are now open. Submit your application by July 22nd.

Apply online at https://www.wlcfonline.org/Scholarships.html

06/09/2026

Applications for Continuing Education Scholarships are now open. Submit your application by July 22nd.

Apply online at https://www.wlcfonline.org/Scholarships.html

06/09/2026

The Western Lane Community Foundation is proud to award more than $180,000 in grants to 34 nonprofit organizations serving Western Lane County!

Many of this year's recipients gathered for a special grant award ceremony hosted by the Rotary Club of Florence, which helped establish WLCF in 1974. It was an inspiring opportunity to celebrate the organizations, volunteers, donors, and community partners who work every day to make our region stronger.

These grants will support programs focused on education, food security, youth services, arts and culture, health and wellness, environmental stewardship, and so much more.

Thank you to our donors, nonprofit partners, and community members whose generosity continues to make a lasting impact throughout Western Lane County. Together, we are building a stronger future for our communities.

01/21/2026

The Western Lane Community Foundation 2026 Grant Cycle opens February 1, 2026.

Founded in 1974 by leaders of the Florence Rotary Club, Western Lane Community Foundation is a community trust and private nonprofit dedicated to strengthening Western Lane County. The Foundation attracts, administers, and distributes charitable resources to support the long-term well-being of our community. Grants are awarded annually from income generated by invested assets, ensuring sustainable support for future generations.
Today, WLCF manages more than $17 million in assets across 104 managed funds, operating under the auspices of the Oregon Community Foundation.

Local nonprofits, schools, and community organizations serving Western Lane County are encouraged to apply for funding that supports meaningful and impactful programs. During the 2025–2026 grant cycle, WLCF awarded over $186,000 to 33 nonprofit organizations, helping advance vital work across the region.

From education and health to arts, housing, and basic needs, Western Lane Community Foundation is proud to invest in projects that improve lives and strengthen our community.

To learn more about eligibility, deadlines, and how to apply, visit wlcfonline.org.

Together, we’re building a stronger Western Lane County—one grant at a time.