RAISE FUNDS AWARD GRANTS ADVANCE LOCAL CONSERVATION & EDUCATION
The YWSF is a local tax exempt 501(c) 3 public charity with the mission of promoting knowledge and appreciation of healthy lands, waters, and wildlife in the Yamhill region. To accomplish this mission, we raise and disperse monies locally throughout the entire Yamhill region to individuals, groups, and organizations whose efforts fulfill our mission statement. Since our incorporation, our group of volunteers has provided several local community grants for a variety of activities and projects.
Yamhill Watershed Stewardship Fund envisions all people living as stewards, demonstrating understanding and appreciation of healthy lands, waters, and wildlife.
Recent Activities & Accomplishments
Successful Projects YWSF has funded through community grants in the Yamhill Region:
Reprinted “Educator’s Guide to Teaching Nature and Ecology” for local teachers and libraries
Upgraded GIS software and computer for the Greater Yamhill Watershed Council
“Critters in the Creek” summer environmental camp in Yamhill and Carlton
Rainwater capture/garden demonstration at a local preschool
The “Kaleidoscope Project,” a book of natural and cultural history and outdoor explorations in Yamhill County
Provided Kids On The Block after-school environmental education grants; YWSF has provided funding for teaching, equipment, and supplies such as field vests, hand lenses, microscope and compasses to engage elementary school children in exploration of nature and the outdoors
