Community Foundation of the North State

**What We Do** The Community Foundation builds trust through relationship, integrity, and by providing safe places for donors to give their resources. We are a nonprofit, public charity serving the people of Shasta, Siskiyou and Tehama counties, with a mission to impact the region through the power of giving. Since 2000, the Community Foundation has awarded over $47 million in grants, made possible by the generosity of their fund holders and professional fund management practices. **Our Mission** To connect philanthropic people with causes that matter. **Our Vision** To foster thriving, resilient, and sustainable communities in the North State. **Our Values** **Leadership** – We take initiative and support programs that help the greater good. We leverage investments and relationships to make a larger collective impact in our region. **Local** – We focus on our north state region (Shasta, Siskiyou, and Tehama counties) and are knowledgeable about and support local communities with our business, investments, donors and non-profit relationships. **Stewardship** – We are future-focused fiduciaries of the assets under our care and intend to leave a lasting legacy for future generations through responsible and thoughtful management. **Ethical** – We are committed to transparency, honesty, and integrity and in accordance with best practices and national standards. **Service** – We are here to serve and help the well-being of others and are particularly focused on equitable opportunities for the vulnerable and under-resourced communities. **Learning** – We both take advantage of opportunities for learning as well as supporting educational opportunities for our communities.