The Community Foundation for the National Capital Region is the largest funder of nonprofit organizations in the Washington metropolitan area. Since 1973, The Foundation has managed the philanthropic dollars of area families, individuals, corporations, and institutions. Today, The Community Foundation stewards more than 600 funds, each as unique as the donor who created it.

Our Mission

The mission of The Community Foundation for the National Capital Region is to facilitate individual, family and organizational giving at all levels to improve the quality of life in the Washington metropolitan area.

We accomplish this by:
Providing expertise and services to donor on how to realize their goals in philanthropy;
Connecting our donors to organizations providing effective programs;
Serving as a convener and catalyst on emerging issues; and
Providing sound financial management of assets.

Beacon House
www.beaconhousedc.org

Horton's Kids
www.hortonskids.org

Sitar Arts Center
www.sitarartscenter.org