The Community Foundation of Mendocino County

09/12/2026

When Suzanne Pletcher first arrived in the Ukiah Valley, she fell in love with the landscapes that make this region so special.

But she also saw an opportunity: more trails, more access, and more ways for people to connect with the places they cherish.

That vision became the foundation of a lasting philanthropic and family legacy focused on protecting open space and expanding public access throughout Mendocino County.🧡🩵

👉 Read more: https://communityfound.org/giving-back/a-trail-toward-the-future-suzanne-pletchers-vision-for-trails-access-and-conservation/

09/07/2026

💙 Happy Labor Day from the Community Foundation of Mendocino County!

Today, we recognize the people who show up every day to strengthen our communities, support their neighbors, and make Mendocino County a better place to live.

Thank you for all you do. Wishing you a well-deserved day of rest and celebration.

Our office will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day and will reopen on Tuesday.

08/31/2026

📧 Please note that the Community Foundation is currently experiencing delays in receiving and sending emails.

If you need immediate assistance, please call our office at (707) 468-9882, or stop by in person at 204 South Oak Street in Ukiah. Thank you for your patience and understanding 🧡💙

08/29/2026

Ruby Mortier has embraced every opportunity that college has to offer, from studying in Argentina to helping advance California fisheries research. Discover how donor generosity helped make her journey possible.

➡️Read more: https://communityfound.org/scholarships/scholarship-spotlight-ruby-mortier/

08/26/2026

⏰ One Week Left to Apply!

The deadline for the 2026 Field-of-Interest Grant Program is fast approaching. Local nonprofits have until September 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM to submit applications.

Funding is available for projects that support: 🎨 Arts & Culture
👧 Children & Youth
🌱 Environment
🏘️ Healthy & Inclusive Communities
📈 Economic Development
🛠️ Disaster Relief, Recovery & Resilience

If you have a project that could make a lasting impact in our community, don't miss this opportunity!

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://communityfound.org/grant/field-of-interest-grant-program/

08/25/2026

The American Youth Services Fund is preparing to open its Fall 2026 grant cycle!

Since 2022, the Fund has supported programs that encourage personal growth, exploration, and meaningful experiences for disadvantaged youth and young adults.

📅 Applications will be open September 1 through October 1, 2026.

📣Stay tuned for additional details and application information. We look forward to supporting projects that help young people discover, grow, and connect with the world around them.

08/20/2026

📣 Mendocino County changemakers, we need you!

Do you have experience or expertise in:
🎨 Arts & Culture
🌱 Children & Youth
🔥 Disaster Relief, Recovery & Resilience
❤️ Healthy & Inclusive Communities

The Community Foundation of Mendocino County is seeking volunteer reviewers for our 2026 Field-of-Interest Grant Program.

As a reviewer, you'll...
✨ Discover inspiring local initiatives
✨ Share your expertise
✨ Connect with fellow community leaders
✨ Help turn great ideas into real change

👉 Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help shape a stronger future for Mendocino County.

🔗 https://communityfound.org/community/ways-to-get-involved/

Volunteers from across the county assist the Community Foundation in delivering regionally focused, inclusive, and impactful grants, scholarships, and leadership initiatives. The role of a volunteer The Community Foundation is a countywide organization that connects donors to the causes that matter....

08/20/2026

https://communityfound.org/community/ways-to-get-involved/

08/15/2026

"Thank you. I wouldn't be able to work here if my child wasn't at the Boys & Girls Club."

That's what a Ukiah bank teller told Dr. Marvin Trotter when she learned he was involved with the Alex Rorabaugh Recreation Center - ARRC.

It's a simple moment that says everything about the ARRC's impact.

For nearly 30 years, the ARRC has been a place where kids learn, families connect, adults find community, and neighbors come together. Now, a new partnership with the Community Foundation of Mendocino County is helping ensure that impact continues for generations to come.

Read how one community space is investing in the future of Ukiah Valley. ❤️

👉 https://communityfound.org/community-stories/arrc-agency-fund/

08/08/2026

There are people whose impact is measured not by how loudly they speak, but by how consistently they show up for others.

John Iversen was one of those people.

Known for his integrity, humor, and dedication to family and community, John's legacy now lives on through a vocational scholarship supporting Fort Bragg students who demonstrate character, resilience, and a commitment to others.

Discover the story behind the John Iversen Memorial Scholarship Fund and how you can help ensure it supports students for generations.

📖 Read more: https://communityfound.org/giving-back/honoring-the-legacy-of-john-iversen/

Fort Bragg High School
Mary Durigan Iversen