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Reinvesting in SWWA

Learn about the Community Foundation's involvement with the Community Reinvestment Project.
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Three women standing next to each other smiling at the camera during the United for Reinvestment event.

United for Reinvestment

presented by Workforce Southwest Washington and the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington

At United for Reinvestment, nonprofit leaders illustrated how the CRP builds economic opportunity, nonprofit capacity and long-term community stability. From workforce training to small business grants and housing initiatives, state funding is proving to be a catalyst for community development and self-determination. As Washington faces tough budget decisions, the event underscored the urgent need to sustain CRP funding and build on the early momentum in communities.

Event Highlights

  • Nonprofit Impact Stories – Several nonprofit leaders shared stories about how CRP funding has allowed them to expand programs, hire staff and serve communities that have been left out of traditional funding streams.
  • Return on Reinvestment –Speakers highlighted how CRP funding doesn’t just support social programs—it creates jobs, builds nonprofit infrastructure, and stimulates local economies.
  • Reversing Systemic Barriers – Remarks identifiedthe long history of disinvestment in communities of color and commended the CRP as one of the first significant steps toward rectifying past harms. 
  • A Unifying Message – A theme of collective action and shared responsibility defined the evening. Whether from elected officials, nonprofit leaders or community advocates, the message was clear: reinvesting in our communities benefits everyone.

Watch the Event Recording

Community Foundation for Southwest Washington and Workforce Southwest Washington present United for Reinvestment. Pictured are four women from the Vancouver Farmer's Market.

Grantees

The Community Foundation was entrusted with Community Reinvestment funds to distribute to local nonprofits in alignment with the CRP. These are the organizations that received those funds.

The Foundation

Promotes holistic community reintegration and youth development while fostering trust through strong partnerships.

Clark County Community Health Workers

in partnership with Youth & Family LINK


Empowers culturally diverse communities with resources and programs that promote health and connection.

Multilingual Community Association

Empowers multilingual students and families by providing educational resources, fostering connections with schools, and amplifying the voices of the multilingual community.

In the News

We're proud that our work to further the Community Reinvestment Project has been reported on by local news sources.
CRP funding is working, but generations of disinvestment will take more than a year of repair. Our state representatives can ensure this restorative funding continues, and together, we can provide more Clark County residents with the resources and opportunities needed to build thriving, resilient communities.