The Community Foundation of Mendocino County

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The Community Foundation of Mendocino County Our mission is to inspire and steward generosity to foster vibrant, inclusive, and healthy communities throughout Mendocino County.

See more at: http://www.communityfound.org We assist donors fulfill their visions of contributing to their communities by facilitating options to match their charitable interests, their financial circumstances, and their desire to create a legacy.

💙 The power of community philanthropy was on full display this fall!🍂Through 100+ Women Strong Inland Mendo and 100 Wome...
10/31/2026

💙 The power of community philanthropy was on full display this fall!🍂

Through 100+ Women Strong Inland Mendo and 100 Women Strong Mendocino Coast, hundreds of community members came together to learn about local needs, support local nonprofits, and invest in meaningful solutions.

Together, participants raised more than $30,000 for Mendocino County organizations.👏👏👏

This year also marked an exciting milestone with the introduction of a youth philanthropy component, giving local teens the opportunity to learn about community needs and cast their votes alongside other participants. We were inspired by their thoughtfulness, enthusiasm, and commitment to making a difference.

Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and helped make these events possible. We can't wait to see you next spring! 🌸

Photos by Vince Martinez and Robert Dominy.

We believe the best ideas are worth bringing home. 💙 Our team recently attended the League of California Community Found...
10/26/2026

We believe the best ideas are worth bringing home. 💙 Our team recently attended the League of California Community Foundations Conference, where 42 foundations from across the state came together to learn, collaborate, and imagine what's next.

We’re excited to put that learning into action alongside our donors and partners as we continue building a stronger, more vibrant future for Mendocino County. 🤩

10/24/2026

🎉🎉We have so many people to thank for the Fall 2026 100 Women Strong Mendocino Coast event, but we wouldn't have done it without the gracious support of our local partners. 🌈🌈 The Community Foundation of Mendocino County Bonterra Drop In Donut Foursight WinesGoodlife Cafe and BakeryHandley CellarsNorthcoast Brewery The Coast KOZT

💙 This is philanthropy in action.More than 130 nonprofit organizations recently applied for funding through our annual F...
10/17/2026

💙 This is philanthropy in action.

More than 130 nonprofit organizations recently applied for funding through our annual Field-of-Interest grant cycle, sharing projects and programs designed to strengthen Mendocino County. From arts education and environmental stewardship to youth development, health, and family support, the applications reflect the incredible work happening throughout our region.

After weeks of thoughtful review by more than 30 volunteer and expert reviewers, we have entered one of the most exciting stages of the process: connecting community needs with donor generosity. Our team is now matching highly rated proposals with the charitable funds that donors have created to support the causes they care about most, while also identifying opportunities to fund as many worthy projects as possible.

Every proposal represents a vision for a stronger community. Every grant represents a donor's commitment to making that vision a reality.
We look forward to announcing this year's grant recipients in early November and sharing the impact that your generosity helps make possible.

🎓 Taylor Denham and Amy Cline spent the afternoon at the Ukiah High School College & Career Fair, helping students explo...
10/07/2026

🎓 Taylor Denham and Amy Cline spent the afternoon at the Ukiah High School College & Career Fair, helping students explore scholarship opportunities and dream about the future.

Thanks to local donors who have established scholarship funds, students across Mendocino County have access to resources that help turn educational goals into reality.

And there's more good news: the Community Foundation's scholarship application cycle opens December 1!

We can't wait to see where this year's scholarship applicants will go next. 💙

10/07/2026

The Fort Bragg - Mendocino County Library will host the Day of the Dead Altar Hall, a welcoming gathering place to remember, honor, and celebrate the lives of those who have touched our hearts and are no longer with us. 🕯️

This space will feature a collection of personal altars created by members of our community. Each altar offers a personal and meaningful way to remember loved ones, share their stories, and keep their memories close. Everyone is invited to stop by, spend some time, and experience these beautiful tributes created with love and remembrance.

This project is funded in part by the Community Support Grant Program of the The Community Foundation of Mendocino County and Friends of Health on the Northern Mendocino Coast

October 30th – November 2nd, 2026
12:00pm-5:00pm, Oct. 30th
10:00am–5:00pm, Oct. 31st - Nov. 2nd

🌟 Applications are now open for the Leadership Mendocino 2027 Cohort!Ready to deepen your connection to Mendocino County...
10/06/2026

🌟 Applications are now open for the Leadership Mendocino 2027 Cohort!

Ready to deepen your connection to Mendocino County, grow your leadership skills, and build relationships with people who are making a difference in our communities?

Over ten months of immersive experiences throughout the county, Leadership Mendocino participants gain a behind-the-scenes understanding of local issues, institutions, and opportunities while connecting with fellow leaders from the nonprofit, business, public, and community sectors.

Join a network of more than 800 alumni who continue to strengthen Mendocino County through service, innovation, and civic engagement.

🗓️Apply today: https://communityfound.org/community/community-initiatives/leadership-mendocino/

What inspires someone to spend decades investing in their community?For Monte and Kay Hill, the answer has always been s...
10/03/2026

What inspires someone to spend decades investing in their community?

For Monte and Kay Hill, the answer has always been simple: support the people, places, and organizations that make Mendocino County special.

Through decades of volunteer leadership, philanthropy, and civic engagement, the Hills have helped strengthen countless community institutions. Their generosity continues through the Monte and Kay Hill Family Fund, supporting nonprofits and causes that make our communities stronger.

As we celebrate Monte's recognition as the Community Foundation's newest Board Emeritus member, we're also honoring a family whose commitment to giving has helped shape Mendocino County for more than sixty years.
Read their story and discover the lasting impact of a lifetime of generosity. ❤️

🔗https://communityfound.org/giving-back/monte-hill-next-chapter/

🫶100 Women Strong is back with two opportunities to make a difference, bringing together philanthropy, local nonprofits,...
09/25/2026

🫶100 Women Strong is back with two opportunities to make a difference, bringing together philanthropy, local nonprofits, and community members on both the Mendocino Coast and Inland Mendocino.

This year, young philanthropists will also take a seat at the table, learning firsthand how charitable giving can strengthen our communities.

See how this grassroots movement has grown, why participants have directed nearly $400,000 to local causes, and how you can join the conversation at this fall's coastal and inland events.

👉 Read the full article: https://communityfound.org/events/100-women-strong/a-culture-of-giving-across-generations/
100+ Women Strong Inland Mendo 100 Women Strong Mendocino Coast

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204 S Oak Street
Ukiah, CA
95482

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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