Sunriver Women's Club Awards $92,250 to Local Nonprofits

The grants will support hunger prevention, child abuse prevention, youth education, health services, and safe housing in south Deschutes County.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 7:07pm

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A soft, impressionistic photograph in warm, hazy tones depicting a community gathering, with blurred figures and shapes representing the diverse array of local nonprofits and the people they serve.The Sunriver Women's Club's grant program supports a wide range of local nonprofits working to address critical community needs in south Deschutes County.La Pine Today

The Sunriver Women's Club awarded a total of $92,250 to 14 local nonprofit organizations in south Deschutes County, Oregon. The grants were focused on the club's key philanthropy priorities, including hunger prevention, child abuse and neglect prevention, education and youth development, physical and mental health services, and safe housing.

Why it matters

The Sunriver Women's Club's grant program provides critical funding to support essential community services and programs that address pressing social issues in the region. By investing in local nonprofits, the club is helping to ensure south Deschutes County residents have access to resources that improve their quality of life and create a stronger, more resilient community.

The details

The Sunriver Women's Club awarded grants to 14 local nonprofits, with each recipient closely aligned with one or more of the club's philanthropy priorities. For hunger prevention, grants went to organizations like Council on Aging Central Oregon, Giving Plate, La Pine Community Kitchen, and St. Vincent de Paul of La Pine. For child abuse and neglect prevention, CASA of Central Oregon received funding. Education and youth development grants supported Big Brothers Big Sisters, Camp Fire Central Oregon, Friends of the Children Central Oregon, Heart of Oregon Corps, and SMART Reading. Physical and mental health services were boosted through a grant to Girls on the Run, while Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver and Thrive Central Oregon received funds for safe housing initiatives.

  • The Sunriver Women's Club awards grants twice annually, with the next application opportunity in the fall.
  • The club's end-of-year Power of Giving campaign focused on hunger prevention.

The players

Sunriver Women's Club

A local philanthropic organization in south Deschutes County, Oregon that is committed to serving residents in need through grant funding and community initiatives.

Council on Aging Central Oregon

A nonprofit that provides Meals on Wheels and other services to support older adults in the region.

Giving Plate

A nonprofit that runs a food pantry and weekend snack pack program for children in need.

La Pine Community Kitchen

A nonprofit food pantry and meal service provider in La Pine, Oregon.

St. Vincent de Paul of La Pine

A nonprofit organization that provides food access and self-sufficiency support programs in the rural La Pine area.

CASA of Central Oregon

A nonprofit that recruits and trains Court Appointed Special Advocates to serve children in the foster care system.

Big Brothers Big Sisters

A nonprofit that provides mentoring and support services to help at-risk youth succeed in school.

Camp Fire Central Oregon

A nonprofit that offers after-school and no-school programs for kids in the region.

Friends of the Children Central Oregon

A nonprofit that provides long-term, professional mentoring to youth facing the highest levels of risk.

Heart of Oregon Corps

A nonprofit that runs a summer job program for local youth through a partnership with the U.S. Forest Service.

SMART Reading

A nonprofit that provides books and reading support to elementary school students.

Girls on the Run

A nonprofit that offers after-school programs to help girls build social-emotional skills and physical fitness.

Habitat for Humanity of La Pine Sunriver

A nonprofit that provides home repair assistance to low-income households, primarily seniors and veterans.

Thrive Central Oregon

A nonprofit that supports safe housing for families and individuals by providing assistance with housing application fees.

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What’s next

The Sunriver Women's Club will open the next grant application cycle in the fall of 2026.

The takeaway

The Sunriver Women's Club's commitment to addressing critical community needs through strategic grant funding demonstrates the power of local philanthropy to drive positive change and improve quality of life for south Deschutes County residents.