What We Do
Since 2007, WFED has granted over $1.4 million dollars to nonprofits
on the Western Slope of El Dorado County.
With trusted stewardship of our members' donations, our fund has grown, and so has our giving.
We grant a minimum of $100,000 annually and continue to grow in dollars, grants and members.
We have granted to over 66 nonprofits, who have implemented over 115 projects in our community.
WFED is a vibrant community of like-minded individuals who come together
to improve the lives of our friends, families, neighbors, and ourselves
by giving TOGETHER.
OUR MISSION is to improve the quality of life for residents of the western slope of El Dorado County
through accessible, and inclusive philanthropy.
WHAT WE'VE ACHIEVED
LIGHTHOUSE FUND
Since its creation in 2013, the LightHouse Fund has awarded more than $144,250 to 367 individuals in our community.
GROWING OUR GIVING
Over $1.4 million dollars has been awarded to:
- Local nonprofits
- Funding programs for basic human needs
- Poverty
- Women and children
- Arts and culture
WICKLINE
WFED manages the Wickline Fund, awarding scholarships to women age 22+ to advance their education.
Since 2012, WFED has awarded over $115,000 Wickline Scholarship dollars, making a difference in the lives of 58 women.