• Requests for large monetary donations (over $1,000) are granted quarterly. All requests must be submitted formally for review by our Social Responsibility Committee (SRC) according to the guidelines and schedule set forth below.
• Requests for $1000 or less should be made in writing and directed to Maya Hartford at the Holly St. main office.

We will not consider requests for individuals; for sectarian or religious purposes; for propagandizing, influencing elections or legislation; for foundations seeking capital; or for organizations that have already received funding during the current calendar year.

Donation Guidelines

1.  All organizations requesting a donation of more than $1,000 must complete the Donation Request Form with the following information:
     a. Purpose of requested funds
     b. Amount requested
     c. A total itemized project budget
     d. Other funding sources solicited for the project

2. WECU will only consider requests from tax exempt organizations recognized under IRS 501(c)(3) guidelines or by the Secretary of State (WA) as a non-profit organization, and:
     a. Local organizations using the funds in Whatcom County
     b. Requests that conform to our mission of addressing health, education and community concerns
     c. Projects that are identified as a strong need in our community

3. WECU will not consider requests for:
     a. Sectarian, individual or religious purposes
     b. Propagandizing, influencing elections or legislation
     c. Capital building for foundations
     d. Organizations that have already received funding during the current calendar year
     e. Organizations or events which could create controversy or friction among WECU members
     f.  Scholarship funds (other than the Western Washington University, Whatcom Community College, Bellingham Technical College and Northwest Indian College scholarships which are currently in place) 
     g. Pledges to an individual for an event

The schedule for 2010 donation requests is as follows:

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