FORKS, Wash. — The Olympic View Community Foundation (OVCF) is inviting nonprofit organizations from Forks and the West End to attend a special grantmaking presentation designed to connect organizations with funding opportunities and support for the application process.

“Grantmaking for the West End” will take place Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Peninsula College’s Forks Campus, located at 481 S. Forks Ave.

The free event will introduce nonprofits to two important funding opportunities available in the region: the Peninsula Home Fund grant and the Benjamin N. Phillips Memorial Fund grant. OVCF staff will walk attendees through eligibility requirements, application processes, and tips for preparing strong proposals. Light refreshments will be provided.

Following the grant presentation, attendees will hear from Minnie Whalen, Director of Clallam Resilience Project and Hope Ambassador, who will present on the Science of Hope and its connection to individual, organizational, and community well-being.

“We want to make sure West End nonprofits know these opportunities are available to them and feel supported throughout the application process,” said Jessica Elliott of Olympic View Community Foundation. “Organizations in Forks and the surrounding communities are doing incredibly important work, and this event is about helping connect them with resources that can strengthen their impact.”

OVCF encourages nonprofit leaders, staff, and board members serving the West End to attend.

Organizations are asked to RSVP by Tuesday, June 2nd by emailing grants@ov-cf.org with the number attending.