About Camas Foundation
The Camas Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity established by the Kalispel Tribe of Indians, is devoted to advancing wellness, sustainability, and opportunity for the Kalispel Tribe and neighboring communities. The Foundation promotes the physical, mental, spiritual, social, and environmental health of the Tribe, surrounding communities, and future generations through culturally rooted programs and partnerships.
Focus Areas
Native language revitalization / immersionCulture preservationEarly childhood and K-5 educationBehavioral health and professional development (conferences, CEUs)Environmental conservation and climate actionCommunity wellness and social services
Who They Fund
Native/Salish youth and communitiesneighboring rural/tribal communitiesgeneral community members participating in gatherings and wellness programs
About Camas Foundation
A $141,220 grant to the Kalispel Tribe of Indians for the Celebrating Salish conference and language-immersion curriculum development shows how Camas Foundation centers Native language and culture in its giving. The foundation was established by the Kalispel Tribe of Indians and directs support toward wellness, sustainability, and opportunity for the tribe and neighboring communities. Its recent grants also include funding for Native youth mentorship, community wellness facilities, and local gatherings, indicating a mix of cultural, health, and community-based support. The foundation’s work is tied to the Kalispel tribal service area and nearby communities, with grantmaking that reaches both tribal and non-tribal organizations. A second sizable award, $92,064 to Rise Above Inc in Dixon, Illinois, points to support for education and mentorship for Native youth through sports and wellness programs. Smaller grants of $15,000 and $10,000 show continued backing for neighborhood institutions and youth-oriented programs in Washington communities such as Newport, Cusick, and Spokane.
What Camas Foundation Funds
Native language and cultural preservation sit at the center of the foundation’s portfolio. That includes the $141,220 grant to the Kalispel Tribe of Indians for the Celebrating Salish conference and development of the language-immersion school curriculum. Education and youth development also appear in the $92,064 grant to Rise Above Inc for education and mentorship to Native youth through sports and wellness programs. Community wellness is another recurring theme: Newport Hospital & Health Services Foundation received $15,000 to support healthcare and wellness facilities for neighboring communities, while Young Men's Christian Association of the Inland Northwest received $10,000 for programs promoting youth athletic activities. The foundation also supports community identity events, including $15,000 to Pend Oreille County Fair and Rodeo Association for community gatherings and county pride.
How Camas Foundation Gives
Typical awards cluster at $15,000, with both the 25th percentile and median at $15,000 and the 75th percentile at $72,798. One grant stands far above that range, which suggests a pattern of many smaller project awards alongside occasional larger commitments. The foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) public charity established by the Kalispel Tribe of Indians and funds programs rather than individuals. Its recent grants show both tribal and community recipients, but the file does not show unsolicited applications, and the active grant program descriptions indicate grantmaking is handled through named programs tied to the Kalispel charitable fund.
Financial Snapshot
Annual Giving
$378K
Total Assets
$226K
Total Revenue
$204K
Total Expenses
$201K
Typical Grant Size
Most grants fall between $15K and $73K, with a median of $15K.
25th Percentile
$15K
Median
$15K
75th Percentile
$73K
Geographic Reach
Local2 states funded
Funding intensity
LowHigh
Headquarters
Leadership
SKY PAGALING
Accepts unsolicited proposals
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