ABOUT VCRF
At the Visalia Rotary Community Foundation, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and the community as a whole. Through strategic grantmaking, impactful scholarships, and support for major projects, we strive to create a better future for Visalia. We seek to improve the quality of life in Visalia though Grants, Scholarships, Major Projects, and Emergency Fund Grants.
What VRCF IS ALL ABOUT
We seek to improve the quality of life in Visalia though Grants, Scholarships, Major Projects, and Emergency Fund Grants.
Grants
Grants from the general fund are based on needs for brick-and-mortar projects within the City of Visalia or that affect the City of Visalia. These projects must meet the charitable and philanthropic needs of this community.
Major Projects
VRCF attempts to identify specific needs within the city that
can be defined as a special or major project. Projects are determined by the Board of Directors after submission from the public at large as to ideas to improve the community, or from the members or the boards of each of the Rotary clubs.
Scholarships
Visalia Rotary Community Foundation handles several scholarships, including administering the scholarships of the Visalia Rotary Club. See Scholarships for more information.
Emergency Fund Grants
The Emergency Fund exists to respond to urgent needs in our community - such as freeze relief efforts. Emergency Fund Grants are considered by the board.
VISALIA ROTARY CLUBS
The purpose of the Visalia Rotary Community Foundation is for the enhancement of Visalia and the surrounding community. The foundation was founded in 1992 by the Visalia Rotary Club.
Visalia County Center Rotary Club joined in contributions and administration of the Rotary Community Foundation in 1997.
Visalia Breakfast Rotary Club joined in contributions and administration of the Rotary Community Foundation in 2001.
Visalia Sunset Rotary Club joined in contributions and administration of the Rotary Community Foundation in 2007.
Visalia Latino Rotary Club joined in contributions and administration of the Rotary Community Foundation in 2014.