Annual Report
2020
A Message From The Board Chairman
David Shriner
2020 Grants
Transitional Living
$721,430
Our transitional living grants provide support, resources, and a safe place to call home for disadvantaged kids
Foster Care & Adoption
$70,000
Our foster care and adoption grants help protect, stabilize, and nurture the most disadvantaged children in our community
Enrichment
$70,000
Our enrichment grants nurture curiosity, wonder, and creativity in kids through play, the arts, and outdoor immersion
Wraparound Services
$45,500
Our wraparound services grants use teamwork and coordinated resources to provide healing for disadvantaged kids
Education
$42,130
Our educational grants engage, empower, and inspire struggling kids to believe in their future
Grant Awards - $149,000
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Dishman Hills Conservancy
$10,000
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Morning Star Boys' Ranch HOPE Project
$625,000
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Morning Star Boys' Ranch
$215,000
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University of Washington
$5,700
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Southside Christian School
$5,000
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Spokane Public Schools Foundation
$5,000
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Southside Christian School
$1,430
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Odyssey Youth Movement
$500
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Embrace Washington
$30,000
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Transitions
$11,430
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NCHS Institute of Science and Technology
$10,000
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Playworks
$10,000
Five Pillars of Caring
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![Illustration of the Pillar of Love and Belonging.](https://believeinme.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Believe-in-Me-Pillar-Love-Belonging.webp)
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![Illustration of the Pillar of Community Support.](https://believeinme.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Believe-in-Me-Pillar-Community-Support.webp)
![Illustration of the Pillar of Community Support.](https://believeinme.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Believe-in-Me-Pillar-Community-Support.webp)
![Illustration of the Pillar of Education.](https://believeinme.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Believe-in-Me-Pillar-Education.webp)
![Illustration of the Pillar of Education.](https://believeinme.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Believe-in-Me-Pillar-Education.webp)
![Illustration of the Pillar of Enrichment.](https://believeinme.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Believe-in-Me-Pillar-Enrichment.webp)
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Scholarship Recipients
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Bryan Chel Lara
Meet Bryan Lara, a shining example of academic excellence and community leadership. Discover his inspiring journey as a recipient of the prestigious $10,000 Believe in Me Scholarship.
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Brianna Lee Horner
Discover the inspiring journey of Brianna Horner through the Believe in Me scholarship program. From White River High School to Gonzaga University, her resilience and determination shine. Brianna aspires to become a social worker, making a meaningful impact on her community.
![Heaven McIntyre headshot.](https://believeinme.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Heaven-McIntyre_scholarship.webp)
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Heaven McIntyre
Welcome to the inspirational story of Heaven McIntyre, a beacon of empowerment through the Believe in Me scholarship program. Her journey embodies resilience, dreams, and the power of education. Explore how Heaven’s determination is shaping her path to success.
![Makayla J Lopin-Hersh headshot.](https://believeinme.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Makayla-Lopin-Hersh_scholarship.webp)
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Makayla J Lopin-Hersh
In a world where adversity can often overshadow potential, Makayla Lopin-Hersh’s inspiring journey with Believe in Me is a beacon of hope. Join us as we delve into the remarkable resilience of a young woman determined to overcome obstacles and achieve her dreams.
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Suzanne Kay Nichols
In a world where dreams are the catalyst for change, Suzanne Nichols emerges as a beacon of empowerment through her remarkable journey with Believe in Me. Join us as we delve into her inspiring story.
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Sofia Lopez
Embark on a journey of empowerment and resilience with Sofia Lopez, a shining example of Believe in Me’s mission. Discover how her unwavering determination is transforming her life and community.
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Reagan Eleanor Cox
In the pursuit of empowerment and overcoming adversity, Regan Cox’s inspiring journey with Believe in Me shines as a beacon of resilience. Join us as we delve into her story of triumph.
![Nelly Ahadi headshot.](https://believeinme.news/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Nelly-Ahadi_scholarship.webp)
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Nelly Ahadi
Join us as we embark on a remarkable journey, where determination meets empowerment. In this blog, we delve into Nelly Ahadi’s story, a shining example of how Believe in Me transforms dreams into reality.
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Maximus Egypt Allen
In a world where dreams often face adversity, join us as we delve into the inspirational journey of Maximus Allen with Believe in Me, a tale of educational empowerment and unwavering determination.
Stories Of Impact
Racism and Its Impact on Kids: Learn the Facts Now
Non-Cash Donations: How They Help Kids
Emotional Intelligence Growth Using Art, Play, and Nature
Thank You!
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Donations Make A Difference
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building a more just and equitable organization and community where all individual can achieve their full potential. It is the policy of the Foundation to provide and promote equal opportunity for all people without regard for race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, familial status, veteran status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.
Financial Summary
The Foundation is fortunate to have incredible capital market managers that partner with us to consistently exceed market expectations. To maximize the long-term impact of your generous donations, we recently adopted a new asset allocation model incorporating modern portfolio theory that is benchmarked to the Yale Foundation model.
Our Investments and Property Management Committee oversees the stewardship of these activities, meeting monthly to review potential investments and report changes to the Board. They also review the long-term investment policy and asset allocation on an annual basis to ensure we are able to continue with our mission.
Public Equity
Cash
Bonds
Real Estate
Alternative Investments
Vision
Our vision is to help every kid to develop the self-coincidence they need to succeed.
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Mission
Our mission is to fund children’s charities that provide disadvantaged kids with a safe place to call home, a family that loves them, a feeling of community, and opportunities to learn, build self-esteem, and have fun.