Ripple Impact NW

Celebrates These Organizations

We are honored to have connected with and learned more about these nonprofits.

Each of these groups received support from one of our programs.

2025 Giving Pop-Ups and Volunteer Match-Ups

Artstra

Visit Artstra

Artstra supports all forms of art—music, theater, dance, literary, visual, and
media art—and works to ensure that arts experiences are inclusive of individuals of all
ages and backgrounds.

boys & girls club of southwest washington

Visit Boys & Girls Club of SW WA

Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Washington’s mission is To empower all youth, especially those that need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible community members.

ekklesia theatre

Visit Ekklesia Theatre

Ekklesia is “Vancouver’s Theatre on a Mission,” a faith‐based nonprofit dedicated to producing artistically excellent theatre that reflects deep spiritual truths and serves our community through radical generosity.

fort vancouver regional library foundation

Visit FVRLF

FVRLF’s mission is to strengthen and enhance Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries’ capacity to dynamically serve its communities. They engage with these communities to promote literacy, communicate the value of the Library, and inspire civic support.

martha’s pantry

Visit Martha’s Pantry

The mission of Martha’s Pantry is improving the quality of life for people living with HIV/AIDS in SW Washington

Mount st. helens institute

Visit Mount St. Helens Institute

Their mission is to advance understanding and stewardship of the Earth through science, education, and exploration of volcanic landscapes.

nwcave – National Womens Coalition against violence & exploitation

Visit NWCAVE

NWCAVE works to inform, educate, and prevent violence while advocating for justice and accountability. They provide vital services to victims and survivors (women, children, and men).

Pink lemonade project

Visit Pink Lemonade Project

Provides education, empowerment, and support to people affected by breast cancer across 36 counties in Oregon and 6 in SW Washington.

teach one to lead one

Visit Teach One to Lead One

Teach One to Lead One is a community mentoring organization that teaches universal principles to lead students into a life of purpose and potential.

the arts centered

Visit The Arts Centered

theARTScentered is an organization in Vancouver, WA, working to provide resources, space, professional expertise, and collaborative opportunities to local artists & arts/culture groups and organizations since 2021.

the sober place

Visit The Sober Place

Restoring connection by building a community of recovery in downtown Vancouver as we challenge each other to grow through life’s hardships.

two rivers heritage museum

Visit Two Rivers Heritage Museum

The purpose of the Museum is to collect, research and preserve the history that tells the story of development of the Camas‐Washougal area.

villages clark county

Visit Villages Clark County

The mission of Villages Clark County is to help elders to stay in their preferred housing and to create community including social and educational activities.

ymca of columbia willamette

Visit Clark County Family YMCA

The mission of Clark County Family YMCA is to put Christian Principles into practice through programs that build a healthy mind, body and spirit for all through love, respect, honesty, responsibility, and service.

2024 Giving Pop-Ups

Columbia Insight

Visit Columbia Insight

Columbia Insight’s mission is to inform and inspire readers with original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Columbia River Basin. Their stories highlight the connection between the environment and all the people who call this place home.

columbia springs environmental education center

Visit Columbia Springs

Columbia Springs offers a unique setting and educational experiences that foster greater awareness of the
natural world and inspire stewardship.

janus youth programs

Visit Janus Youth

Janus Youth Programs creates paths to success by partnering with youth, families and the community.

lelooska foundation

Visit Lelooska Foundation

Lelooska Foundation’s mission is to preserve the cultural heritage of the North Pacific Coast and other American Indians in an understanding and appreciation of American Indian art forms and related cultural patterns, and of contemporary manifestations thereof.

partners in careers

Visit Partners in Careers

Partners In Careers strives to create self–sufficiency through specialized job training and employment services.

SELF – support for early learning & families

Visit SELF

Support for Early Learning & Families serves the children and families of Southwest Washington through advocacy and partnerships to provide quality child care and early learning opportunities for all.

Girl-On-The-Field-Painting-At-Easel-The-View-Of-The-Mountain—Close-Up-842780690_6000x4000

Celebrating the Arts | 2024

Creations for Cures

Visit Creations for Cures

Creations for Cures brings the joy and healing power of art to children battling cancer and other serious illnesses.

Creative Arts Community

Visit Creative Arts Community

Creative Arts Community’s mission is to foster a welcoming environment where all are inspired through art immersion workshops that renew artistic vision and enhance life.

Family Rhythms

Visit Family Rhythms

Family Rhythms is building a vibrant community by empowering families to create strong bonds, fostering joy-filled creativity, and cultivating meaningful connections with others.

Family Solutions

Visit Family Solutions

Family Solutions provides a comprehensive range of mental health services for children, youth and their families living in Southwest Washington.

HOPE Dementia Support

Visit HOPE Dementia Support

HOPE Dementia Support’s mission is to provide Support, Education, and Advocacy for the care partner and the individual living with dementia.

Group of children hiking on trail in the forest

Our Natural World | 2023

Bike Clark County

Visit Bike Clark County

Through community partnerships and the effort of volunteers, Bike Clark County promote bicycle access, education, safety and the enjoyment of cycling to the children and adults of SW Washington. In simple terms, that translates to getting more people out riding bikes.

Columbia Insight

Visit Columbia Insight

Columbia Insight’s mission is to inform and inspire readers with original, balanced journalism about environmental issues affecting the Columbia River Basin. Their stories highlight the connection between the environment and all the people who call this place home.

Watershed Alliance

Visit Watershed Alliance

The mission of Watershed Alliance is to empower community members to protect and restore southwest Washington’s waterways and natural areas for the benefit of current and future generations.

young woman delivering groceries to elderly woman's house

Older Adults | 2023

Battle Ground Healthcare

Visit Battle Ground Healthcare

Battle Ground HealthCare is a non-profit faith-based organization dedicated to caring for our community. Their goal is to improve the medical and health of our community, and improve the overall quality of life for those around us.

A Caring Closet

Visit A Caring Closet

A Caring Closet is a nonprofit organization committed to transparency and integrity. We are dedicated to continuing to live out our mission of providing gently used Durable Medical Equipment at no cost to those in need in Clark County.

CDM Caregiving Services

Visit CDM Caregiving Services

CDM Caregiving Services provides in-home care, adult day services, and other programs designed to keep the elderly and disabled in their own home as long as possible.

Council for the Homeless

Visit Council for the Homeless

Council for the Homeless is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide community leadership, compelling advocacy, and practical solutions to prevent and end homelessness in Clark County, Washington.

Two young children playing with toys

Early Childhood Development | 2023

Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program

Visit CCVLP

Providing and facilitating access to justice in Clark County for low-income individuals and marginalized communities through advocacy and civil legal services.

Columbia Play Project

Visit Columbia Play Project

Exploratory play grows healthy children and vibrant communities. The Columbia Play Project exists to be a hub where all families can safely engage, connect, explore, and ignite their imagination.

YWCA Y’s Care Children’s Program

Visit Y’s Care Children’s Program

Clark County YWCA Y’s Care Children’s Program provides high-quality preschool education to children and familites from homeless, transitioning, or low-income circumstances.

Volunteer organizing plastic bottles for recycling in community center

Grant Recipients | 2022

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