Olympic View Community Foundation

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Peninsula Home Fund Grantmaking

INTENDED PURPOSE OF THE PENINSULA HOME FUND

The Peninsula Home Fund, established in 1989 by the Peninsula Daily News, serves as a “hand up, not a handout” for residents of Clallam and Jefferson counties in Washington. Its primary purpose is to provide emergency assistance to individuals and families facing unexpected hardships, helping them regain self-sufficiency. Through the generosity of local residents, the Peninsula Home Fund continues to be a vital resource, offering timely assistance to community members during their most challenging times. Over the years, the fund has raised more than $4.93 million to support those in need. 

Olympic View Community Foundation (OVCF) administers the Home Fund, awarding grants to nonprofits located in and serving Clallam and Jefferson Counties. 

In the past, donations to the Home Fund have been dispersed directly to individuals/families. This year it’s being done differently. To maximize the benefit to the individuals/families in need, we’re partnering with local nonprofit organizations that have existing programs and vetting systems in place and can use their established expertise to effectively and efficiently allocate funds to where they’re most needed. 

IS YOUR NONPROFIT ELIGIBLE?

Funds will be awarded to nonprofits who have programs in place to addresses a wide range of needs such as:

  • Transportation Costs: Covering travel expenses for medical appointments or job interviews. 
  • Work-Related Expenses: Providing necessary work clothing or tools to secure employment.
  • Housing Assistance: Offering rental assistance or temporary housing solutions to prevent homelessness.
  • Basic Necessities: Supplying additional help with food, utilities, and other essential needs during crises. 
  • Healthcare: Providing assistance with urgent medical, dental, or eye care needs. 

If you think your organization would be a good fit, considering the above guidelines, please fill out the Request for Proposals linked below, and email responses to grants@ov-cf.org no later than midnight on May 31st. 

Download Request For Proposals

PENINSULA HOME FUND RFP TIMELINE:

April 15: OVCF starts accepting RFP responses.
May 31: RFP responses are due. (midnight)
June: Peninsula Home Fund Committee reviews and scores responses.
July 3: Committee awards funds to selected organizations.
October: Reminder of grant report deadline sent to grant awardees.
October 31: Grant reports due on work completed.