CFDA#
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Funder Type
Corporate Foundation
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IT Classification
B - Readily funds technology as part of an award
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Authority
Umpqua Bank
Summary
Umpqua Bank, through the Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation, believes in the power of partnership by leading with a Social Impact Strategy and Community Grants program that reflects a deep commitment to improving the quality of life and economic prosperity for under-resourced individuals, families, and small businesses. Through grantmaking, we invest in nonprofit organizations to support programming that builds healthy, prosperous, sustainable, and inclusive communities throughout our footprint.
History of Funding
In the past five years, they've funded 952 grants to 608 organizations totaling $4,572,853.
Additional Information
Priority focus areas include:
Economically Vibrant Communities – We drive prosperity in our communities through workforce development, education, economic development, and economic security. Programming eligible in this focus area:
• Affordable housing
• Digital inclusion
• Economic development
• Financial literacy/ resiliency
• Home ownership/asset building
• Migrant/farm worker
• Small business (entrepreneurship support and technical assistance)
• Workforce mobility/mentorship
Healthy Communities – We build healthy communities by promoting physical and mental wellness. Programming eligible in this focus area:
• Access to sports and recreation
• Arts and culture
• Education (early learning, K-12 education, post-secondary education)
• Fundamental needs (Community health, food, shelter)
• Mental and physical healthcare
• Pet welfare
• Public services support (nonprofits supporting libraries, parks, community centers, etc.)
Inclusive Communities – We foster a sense of belonging by supporting equity and inclusion for all. Programming eligible in this focus area:
• Culturally specific programs and services
• Intergenerational programs (youth/senior connections)
• Reentry support for formerly incarcerated individuals/recidivism reduction
• Support for BIPOC Community
• Support for LGBTQIA+ Community
• Support for Military & Veterans
• Support for older adults
• Support for People with Disabilities
• Support for Women & Girls
Sustainable Communities – We strive to support the natural environment by limiting our operational impact and investing to help build a sustainable future.
Programming eligible in this focus area:
• Air quality management
• Biodiversity (pollinators, native plants, etc.)
• Climate resiliency
• Disaster preparedness (floods, droughts, wildfires, etc.)
• Energy management
• Environmental justice and equity
• Environmental sustainability and preservation
• Waste management
• Water management
• Wildlife conservation