Mission

To ensure all marginalized communities are able to gain the connections, knowledge, and empowerment to build a more just, equitable, and healthy society. We support the idea that commUNITY knows what the commUNITY needs and has the ability, tools, and power to build collaboratively and collectively.

Vision

We envision a commUNITY where all people are inspired to live, work, and play through their natural leadership abilities by recognizing strengths and power.

Values

Honor all cultures, lifestyles, and beliefs. Ensure our work encourages safety and respect towards all communities.
Address all vulnerable and traumatized community members without judgment.
Respect diverse thoughts, abilities, perspectives, environments.
Ensure our programs are delivered with integrity and excellence.

History

The Noble Foundation was founded in 2011. Over the last decade, we've built connections among community in Clark County and Cowlitz County, Washington, leading and participating in a number of initiatives to advance racial justice.

Here's just some of what we've accomplished over the years:

Training and supporting Community Health Workers to work with communities of color in SW Washington.
Hosting listening sessions and conversations to capture authentic community voice.
Developing a cross-cultural narrative.
Attending and speaking up at city council and other meetings.
Responding to racism at Kelso High School.
Empowering youth to advocate, organize, and lead.
Hosting a women's peer support group.
Distributing food, household items, and rent assistance.
Providing fiscal sponsorship to other community organizations.

In 2021, our focus has shifted to providing nonprofit infrastructure for our SW Washington partner organizations. Our Place Nuestra Casa Multicultural Center has taken over direct services and contributes a physical space for commUNITY building and organizing. Southwest Washington Communities United for Change (SWCUC) engages in political work, from registering voters to supporting issues and candidates. And Black-led Vancouver leads protests and other direct actions. The Noble Foundation is happy to take a step back from the spotlight to handle day-to-day logistics.