Philanthropy
Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation
Over $24 Million in donations provided to Southern Oregon Non-Profits
Since its founding in 1997, the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation (CCUIF) has awarded $24,071,273 in grants to non-profit organizations in Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Coos, Deschutes, Klamath and Lane counties.
Fall 2023 grantees received $817,330.
The mission of the CCUIF is to offer assistance in programs that strengthen the quality of life for people in southwestern Oregon, including agencies that tackle problems such as abuse prevention and intervention, community support, health and wellness, basic needs and education. Each year, the CCUIF makes grants to eligible non-profit organizations in communities in Coos, Deschutes, Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, and Lane counties. The Foundation continues to put increasing emphasis upon basic needs so more hungry people get fed. Awards are made semi-annually, in January and June.
2023 Fall Grant Cycle
CCUIF awarded $817,330 to 83 non-profit organizations, including:
- Coos County: 5 grantees received a total of $52,000
- Deschutes County: 8 grantees received $89,725
- Douglas County: 10 grantees received $99,700
- Jackson County: 9 grantees received $94,575
- Josephine County: 7 grantees received $61,160
- Klamath County: 1 grantee received $7,500
- Lane County: 24 grantees received $224,550
- Thirteen (19) grantees that serve multiple counties received $188,120
Some of the grantees that serve multiple counties include:
- Jackson County SART (Sexual Assault Response Team): $12,000
- Rogue Action Center: $10,000
- Candlelighters for Children with Cancer: $11,980
- Parker House Project: $12,000
The Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation is a private, independent foundation, representing the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians, and not to be confused with one of the Tribe’s many economic development endeavors, Seven Feathers Casino Resort.
Tribal Giving
Michael J. Rondeau, the CEO for the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians, often says: “A high tide floats all ships.” Aside from the Cow Creek Foundation, the Tribe makes many donations to willing causes in the community. Tribal Giving supports many smaller causes, such as projects that fund sports for students, improve schools, provide for veterans or those experiencing food insecurity, and many more. Generally, Tribal Giving donations do not exceed $1,000, and are all subject to the discretion of the Cow Creek Tribal Board of Directors.
CEDAR (Community Economic Development and Recovery)
Another arm of the Cow Creek Tribe’s support for the community, is the CEDAR program. CEDAR partners with local governments and organizations on projects and programs that benefit and strengthen the community. The CEDAR awards help schools, fire departments, improvement programs, youth organizations, local colleges and universities, service centers, and more. Each request for CEDAR funds is subject to the discretion of the Cow Creek Tribal Board of Directors.
