Invest in Creativity, Community, and Connection in the lower grand coulee
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Your Donation Powers Creativity, Community, and Connection in Soap Lake and the Lower Grand Coulee
When you give to Friends of the Lower Grand Coulee, you’re not supporting just one event or project—you’re investing in a network of initiatives that strengthen Soap Lake’s cultural life, support local students and teachers, and bring people together in meaningful ways. Guided by dedicated volunteers and strong community partnerships, your donation helps turn ideas into action. Beauty of Bronze – 5th Grade Arts Education Through this hands-on program, 5th grade students learn how bronze sculptures are made, guided by artist-in-residence Kevin Pettelle. Students gain insight into creative careers, artistic process, and the value of public art in their community. Soap Lake Creative District An active volunteer committee leads projects and partnerships that enhance Soap Lake’s creative identity. Our 2026 strategic priority is replacing outdated wayfinding signs with a new system that helps residents and visitors better navigate and experience our community. This work lays the groundwork for long-term cultural and economic vitality. Soap Lake Food & Folk Festival Entering its third year in 2026, this free, community-centered festival celebrates music, food, and place. This year’s partnership with Cloudview Farm expands what we can offer—creating a welcoming gathering that brings people together and highlights the region’s creative spirit. Teacher Classroom Grants Each year, we award $3,000 in classroom grants to local teachers in partnership with the NCEF—putting flexible funding directly into classrooms where it has immediate impact. With additional support, we can reach more teachers and more students. Soap Lake Community Calendar We cover the cost of a unified, easy-to-use community events calendar so everyone—from nonprofits to individuals—can share what’s happening in Soap Lake. This free service supports collaboration, visibility, and connection, and is a core commitment of our Creative District work. James Building Transformation This long-term project aims to reimagine a historic Soap Lake landmark as a space for future community and creative use. Progress depends on a mix of donations, grants, in-kind services, and matching funds—and every contribution helps move the vision forward. Donation Refund Policy
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Mailing address: P.O. Box 483, Soap Lake, WA 98851 Friends of the Lower Grand Coulee is an exempt organization as described in Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code; EIN 46-4201429 Home
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