About Us
Theory of Action
Strong relationships lead to a stronger community.
Greater Tacoma Community Foundation connects people, knowledge, and funding to build a thriving Pierce County, now and into the future.
Through financial stewardship of more than 500 funds, with more than $150 million in assets, as well as strategic funding and partnerships with the community, GTCF provides philanthropic support to meet the community’s needs and achieve its opportunities.
As a nationally accredited nonprofit community foundation, GTCF has inspired generosity across generations within Pierce County since 1981.
Mission
Strengthening our community by fostering generosity and connecting people who care with causes that matter.
Vision
Pierce County is a thriving, engaged, and caring community.
Values
- Integrity: Greater Tacoma Community Foundation maintains a reputation of trust and stewardship through an honest, accountable, and transparent approach in all of our relationships.
- Leadership: Greater Tacoma Community Foundation values the diverse experience of all community members and takes time to listen and learn from others to inform and guide our work.
- Innovation: Greater Tacoma Community Foundation commits to creative thinking, excellence, and the development of new philanthropic approaches to create positive change.
- Collaboration: Greater Tacoma Community Foundation believes that building effective relationships and working with others for positive impact leads to more powerful and lasting solutions.