We fuel healing and compassion for a better world. Through grantmaking, partnerships, financial and philanthropic services we are the North Valley's hub for social change. We help individuals, families, businesses and nonprofits maximize their impact on the local and global community.
North Valley Community Foundation’s recent giving is shaped by recovery work in the Camp Fire footprint, with large grants flowing to organizations still addressing long-term needs in Paradise, Chico, and nearby communities. In 2024, that included $639,950 to Plumas Strong for disaster relief and $621,625 to Camp Fire Collaborative for disaster relief, alongside support for local housing, education, and community organizations. The pattern points to a funder that blends immediate response with longer rebuilding efforts, using both general support and purpose-specific awards. The foundation also backs local institutions that anchor day-to-day services. Jesus Center received $1,414,096 in 2023 for general support and $245,466 in 2024 for housing, while Habitat for Humanity of Butte County received $918,120 in 2023 for general support. Other large awards went to Community Housing Improvement Program, Butte County Office of Education, and Youth for Change, showing attention to housing stability, education, and crisis response. Its program list reinforces that mix: children’s services, senior support, arts, youth sports, music therapy, and fire recovery all appear alongside disaster-related work. Grants are aimed at organizations rather than individuals, and the foundation operates through community-based funding relationships rather than program-related investments.
Disaster recovery is a major thread in North Valley Community Foundation’s grantmaking. It gave $619,650 to Hope Crisis Response Network Inc for disaster relief in Paradise, $600,335 to Rebuild Paradise Foundation for disaster relief, and $478,075 to Plumas Rural Services for disaster relief in Quincy. The Camp Fire footprint remains central, and the same pattern shows up in its active Camp Fire Fund Grant Program and Dixie Fire Grant Program. Housing and basic needs also appear prominently. Jesus Center received $245,466 in 2024 for housing, after a much larger general-support grant in 2023, and Community Housing Improvement Program received $651,039 in 2023 for general support. Those awards sit alongside grants to Habitat for Humanity of Butte County and other local service providers. Children and youth are another clear focus. The foundation gave $539,200 to Youth for Change for disaster relief and $433,000 to Paradise Unified School District for disaster relief, while its active programs include Chico Children’s Endowment Fund and Bridges to Belonging Homeless and Foster Fund.
$5.6M
$43.9M
$8.9M
$10.7M
Most grants fall between $10K and $50K, with a median of $20K.
25th Percentile
$10K
Median
$20K
75th Percentile
$50K
ALEXA BENSON-VALAVANIS
Sign up for a free Kindora account to access AI-generated insights into this funder's giving patterns, decision-makers, and fit signals.
Get Started FreeFree Kindora accounts unlock side-by-side comparisons with foundations that share this funder's focus areas and giving profile.
Get Started FreeSign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits this funder, get an AI-generated pitch, and unlock similar foundations.
North Valley Community Foundation’s typical grant size sits at $10,000 at the 25th percentile, $20,000 at the median, and $50,000 at the 75th percentile. The recent-grants list also shows a wide upper range, with several awards in the hundreds of thousands and some in the low millions, reflecting a structure that mixes routine operating support with larger recovery awards. The data show recurring relationships: Camp Fire Collaborative, Rebuild Paradise Foundation, and Jesus Center each appear more than once across 2023 and 2024. The foundation gives to community-based nonprofits, schools, and public agencies, and its active programs accept unsolicited applications. It does not make program-related investments and does not fund individuals.
Grantmaking is heavily concentrated in California, where 89% of grants go to recipients in the HQ state. Chico, Paradise, Oroville, Quincy, Greenville, Chester, Redding, and Yankee Hill all appear among recent recipients, with Chico and Paradise especially prominent. Outside California, a smaller number of grants went to recipients in Covington, Kentucky; Mattapoisett, Massachusetts; and St. Louis, Missouri. All listed grants in the recipient-country data are in the United States.
It gives to community-based nonprofits, schools, and government agencies. Recent grants include general support for Jesus Center, Habitat for Humanity of Butte County, and Butte County Office of Education, as well as disaster-relief support for groups working in Paradise, Chico, Quincy, and Greenville.
Yes. Several active programs are marked as accepting unsolicited applications, including the Chico Children’s Endowment Fund Grant Program, Bridges to Belonging Homeless and Foster Fund, Camp Fire Fund Grant Program, Stiefvater Senior Endowment Grant Program, Aaron Rodgers NorCal Fire Recovery Grant Program, Music Therapy Impact Fund Grant, City of Chico City Arts Grant, Erin Jergentz Junior Golf Memorial Fund Grant Program, and Dixie Fire Grant Program.
The distribution centers on $10,000 at the 25th percentile, $20,000 at the median, and $50,000 at the 75th percentile. Recent awards also include much larger grants, including seven-figure support to Jesus Center and Camp Fire Collaborative.
Its giving is local and concentrated in California: 89% of grants go to recipients in CA. Recent recipient cities include Chico, Paradise, Oroville, Quincy, Greenville, Chester, Redding, and Yankee Hill.
Yes. Camp Fire Collaborative appears in both 2023 and 2024, Rebuild Paradise Foundation appears in both years, and Jesus Center appears in both years as well. That suggests continuing relationships rather than one-time awards only.
2026
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, fiscal year 2026.
Current and upcoming funding from North Valley Community Foundation that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Varies by subprogram; examples include underserved youth in Butte and Plumas counties, local food banks and food distribution organizations, older-adult support, and youth barriers to outdoor activities.
Deadline: Open all year for listed programs.
Who can apply: Local schools and Friday Night Live chapters.
Deadline: No deadline stated.
Who can apply: Organizations who assist families with children through existing programmatic offerings in Chico and surrounding areas.
Deadline: Annual strategic grant cycle; applicants directed to program guidelines and application link.
Who can apply: Organizations and agencies providing immediate relief and resources to populations affected by sudden emergency situations.
Who can apply: Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) public charity, fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3), or a unit of local government including public schools. Churches serving congregations of at least 100 people may qualify if projects are non-denominational. Other organizations may need to partner with a 501(c)(3).
Deadline: No specific deadline stated; the grant portal describes the program as open all year.
Who can apply: Chico arts organizations and artists producing work accessible to the Chico community.
Who can apply: The program focuses on efforts addressing physical and emotional health and wellness for youth in Butte County, especially the Camp Fire footprint. Detailed eligibility is provided in the grant guidelines.
Deadline: Applications accepted annually in February; grants are awarded in April. The grant portal also describes the annual cycle as one month per year.
Who can apply: Proposals must serve seniors as the primary audience, strongly prioritize basic needs, and leverage existing funds or income streams to complete or enhance existing projects. One grant per organization per fiscal year.
Deadline: One grant per organization per fiscal year; fiscal year is September 1 through August 31. No specific submission deadline stated.
Track these deadlines, get reminders, and see how well your nonprofit fits — free with a Kindora account.
Create a free accountDeadlines and eligibility are summarized from public sources and may change — always confirm the details on the funder's official application page before applying.
Most recent grants reported to the IRS.
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIRST 5 BUTTE COUNTY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES COMMISSION | OROVILLE, CA | $493,500 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| TRUE NORTH HOUSING ALLIANCE | CHICO, CA | $389,500 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| CAMP FIRE COLLABORATIVE | PARADISE, CA | $345,886 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| THE GROWING PLACE | CHICO, CA | $232,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| CONNECTING POINT | GRASS VALLEY, CA | $200,070 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| YOUTH FOR CHANGE | CHICO, CA | $196,940 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF THE NORTH VALLEY | CHICO, CA | $186,588 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| FIDELITY CHARITABLE | CINCINNATI, OH | $164,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| DIXIE FIRE CANOPY PROJECT | MEADOW VALLEY, CA | $150,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| PLUMAS STRONG | GREENVILLE, CA | $144,962 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| BUTTE COUNTY LIBRARY | OROVILLE, CA | $132,200 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| CHICO HOUSING ACTION TEAM | CHICO, CA | $128,010 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| FEATHER RIVER HEALTH FOUNDATION | PARADISE CA, CA | $127,210 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| NORTHERN VALLEY CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICE | CHICO, CA | $123,750 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| THE PEG TAYLOR CENTER FOR ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE | CHICO, CA | $100,050 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| VENTURA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | CAMARILLO, CA | $100,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| PLUMAS RURAL SERVICES | QUINCY, CA | $99,338 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| THE DAWN INSTITUTE | CRESCENT MILLS, CA | $99,159 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CONFERENCE OF SDA | ROSEVILLE, CA | $87,855 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| OROVILLE SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION | OROVILLE, CA | $75,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| ENLOE FOUNDATION | CHICO, CA | $71,154 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| THE ARC OF BUTTE COUNTY INC | CHICO, CA | $62,500 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| TEAM TOGETHER FOUNDATION | SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA | $62,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| UNITED WAY OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA | CHICO, CA | $60,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| JESUS CENTER - JESUS PROVIDES OUR DAILY BREAD | CHICO, CA | $58,300 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| THE ALMANOR FOUNDATION | CHESTER, CA | $54,400 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| CATALYST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES | CHICO, CA | $51,031 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN | WASHINGTON DC, DC | $50,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| CHICO MEALS ON WHEELS | CHICO, CA | $50,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| PARADISE RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT | PARADISE, CA | $50,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| WORK TRAINING CENTER | CHICO, CA | $50,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| CATHOLIC LADIES RELIEF SOCIETY | CHICO, CA | $50,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| LIONS HEALTH FOUNDATION | REDDING, CA | $49,333 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| THE SALVATION ARMY CHICO | CHICO, CA | $42,300 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| REBUILD PARADISE FOUNDATION | PARADISE, CA | $42,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| ALLIANCE FOR RESILIENCE AND COMMUNITY HEALTH | PARADISE, CA | $40,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| PARADISE STRONGER INC | PARADISE, CA | $38,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| THE INDIAN VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | GREENVILLE, CA | $36,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| NATIONAL CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION | KNOXVILLE, TN | $35,500 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| TINY PINE FOUNDATION | OROVILLE, CA | $32,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF BUTTE COUNTY INC | CHICO, CA | $31,200 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| BUTTE COUNTY LOCAL FOOD NETWORK | CHICO, CA | $30,728 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| READING PALS | CHICO, CA | $27,281 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| BUTTE COUNTY YOUTH SPORTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION | CHICO, CA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| PLUMAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION | QUINCY, CA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| GOLDEN FEATHER UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT | OROVILLE, CA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| PARADISE LITTLE LEAGUE | PARADISE, CA | $25,000 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| GOLDEN STATE LINEN | CHICO, CA | $23,733 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| COMMUNITY HOUSING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM | CHICO, CA | $23,303 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
| BUTTE COUNTY SHERIFFS SEARCH AND RESCUE INC | CHICO, CA | $22,604 | 2026 | GENERAL SUPPORT |
FIRST 5 BUTTE COUNTY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES COMMISSION
$493,500GENERAL SUPPORT
CAMP FIRE COLLABORATIVE
$345,886GENERAL SUPPORT
THE GROWING PLACE
$232,000GENERAL SUPPORT
CONNECTING POINT
$200,070GENERAL SUPPORT
GENERAL SUPPORT
DIXIE FIRE CANOPY PROJECT
$150,000GENERAL SUPPORT
PLUMAS STRONG
$144,962GENERAL SUPPORT
BUTTE COUNTY LIBRARY
$132,200GENERAL SUPPORT
FEATHER RIVER HEALTH FOUNDATION
$127,210GENERAL SUPPORT
THE PEG TAYLOR CENTER FOR ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE
$100,050GENERAL SUPPORT
PLUMAS RURAL SERVICES
$99,338GENERAL SUPPORT
THE DAWN INSTITUTE
$99,159GENERAL SUPPORT
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CONFERENCE OF SDA
$87,855GENERAL SUPPORT
OROVILLE SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
$75,000GENERAL SUPPORT
THE ARC OF BUTTE COUNTY INC
$62,500GENERAL SUPPORT
TEAM TOGETHER FOUNDATION
$62,000GENERAL SUPPORT
THE ALMANOR FOUNDATION
$54,400GENERAL SUPPORT
CATALYST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES
$51,031GENERAL SUPPORT
CHICO MEALS ON WHEELS
$50,000GENERAL SUPPORT
PARADISE RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
$50,000GENERAL SUPPORT
WORK TRAINING CENTER
$50,000GENERAL SUPPORT
CATHOLIC LADIES RELIEF SOCIETY
$50,000GENERAL SUPPORT
LIONS HEALTH FOUNDATION
$49,333GENERAL SUPPORT
THE SALVATION ARMY CHICO
$42,300GENERAL SUPPORT
REBUILD PARADISE FOUNDATION
$42,000GENERAL SUPPORT
ALLIANCE FOR RESILIENCE AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
$40,000GENERAL SUPPORT
PARADISE STRONGER INC
$38,000GENERAL SUPPORT
THE INDIAN VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
$36,000GENERAL SUPPORT
BUTTE COUNTY LOCAL FOOD NETWORK
$30,728GENERAL SUPPORT
READING PALS
$27,281GENERAL SUPPORT
BUTTE COUNTY YOUTH SPORTS AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION
$25,000GENERAL SUPPORT
PLUMAS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
$25,000GENERAL SUPPORT
GOLDEN FEATHER UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
$25,000GENERAL SUPPORT
PARADISE LITTLE LEAGUE
$25,000GENERAL SUPPORT
GOLDEN STATE LINEN
$23,733GENERAL SUPPORT
COMMUNITY HOUSING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
$23,303GENERAL SUPPORT
BUTTE COUNTY SHERIFFS SEARCH AND RESCUE INC
$22,604GENERAL SUPPORT
